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Why first-time homebuyers and families settle down in Brown Road
Brown Road is a suburban neighborhood of sidewalk-lined subdivisions in the heart of booming Southwest Charlotte, putting residents close to shopping, dining, parks and entertainment. It offers a range of housing options at more accessible prices than nearby areas, making it especially appealing to first-time buyers. Families appreciate being within a highly rated school district with nearby schools offering specialized programs. Having major roads nearby adds convenience for Uptown commuters.
The homes in the Brown Road neighborhood have spacious yards.
Brick New Traditional homes are common in the Brown Road neighborhood.
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Updated Colonial Revival and New Traditional homes
Brown Road’s single-family homes, primarily built between the 1990s and the 2010s, sit close together along cul-de-sac-capped streets. These well-maintained properties are mostly New Traditional and Colonial Revival in style, and feature updated interiors, two-car garages and spacious backyards. There are also ranch-style homes, as well as townhouses. Living space ranges from around 1,200 square feet to 3,400 square feet. This neighborhood is ideal for those seeking quiet streets and curb appeal. “My clients all comment on how green and well-kept the landscaping is throughout the area, making it a beautiful place to drive through on your commute or if you are running errands,” says Lindsay Patton, a Realtor with The Redbud Group.
Most of the homes in Brown Road were built between the 1990s and the 2010s.
Moss Road runs through the middle of the Brown Road neighborhood of Charlotte.
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Brown Road homes typically cost less than surrounding neighborhoods
Home prices in Brown Road start in the mid-$200,000s and can reach the upper $500,000s. Townhouses range from the lower $200,000s to the mid-$300,000s. The median sale price in the neighborhood is around $320,000, well below that of the surrounding neighborhoods of The Palisades, Steele Creek and Yorkshire. According to Vann Boger, a Realtor with the John Bolos Group at Keller Williams SouthPark, this makes Brown Road an attractive option for first-time homebuyers. “Once you get outside [the] 485 [loop], there’s so much opportunity,” Boger says. “It’s just more affordable for people, and that’s really nice to see.” Most subdivisions have monthly HOA fees ranging from under $20 to more than $200.
Highly rated schools with STEM and middle college programs
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is a highly rated school district with magnet schools and specialty programs. Families can opt for their assigned schools or apply to a school of their choice through the district’s annual lottery. Several schools near Brown Road have high ratings, including:
Lake Wylie Elementary School, located in the neighborhood
Winget Park Elementary School, a partial STEM magnet school
Kennedy Middle School, also a STEM magnet school
Harper Middle College High School, offering college-level courses
The entrance to the Lake Wylie Elementary School campus in the Brown Road neighborhood of Charlotte.
The Lake Wylie Elementary School campus in the Brown Road neighborhood of Charlotte.
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Things to do and places to eat in Southwest Charlotte
“One of my favorite things about buying in Outer South Charlotte is that pretty much no matter where you buy, you are going to be conveniently located next to a variety of shops, restaurants and grocery stores,” Patton says. RiverGate, a large shopping mall featuring Target, The Home Depot, Marshalls and other familiar stores, is next to the neighborhood. Chain restaurants join regional favorites, such as Jim ‘N Nicks Community Bar-B-Q and Showmars, a Greek-American fast-food joint. The locally owned A Piece of Havana is known for its flavorful Cuban dishes and live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Area parks include the sprawling McDowell Nature Preserve, offering hiking, camping, and access to Lake Wylie, as well as Thomas McAlister Winget Park, featuring a playground and fields for soccer and baseball. Carowinds, an amusement park, is less than 5 miles away.
Enjoy views of Lake Wylie at the McDowell Nature Preserve.
You can take a scenic hike on the many trails at McDowell Nature Preserve.
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Brown Road is a car-dependent neighborhood with limited public transit
You’ll likely want to have a car if you move to Brown Road, though the neighborhood does have access to CATS bus stops and bike-friendly streets.
State Route 49 (South Tryon Street) and Interstates 77 and 485 are close by
The 13-mile commute to Uptown can take over an hour during peak traffic
CATS buses stop along South Tryon Street
A bus ride to Uptown can also take over an hour during peak traffic
Erwin Road is bike-friendly, and the Walker Branch Greenway is nearby
South Tryon Street runs right through the Brown Road neighborhood.
The Brown Road neighborhood is just under 15 miles southwest of Uptown Charlotte.
GreatSchools:
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Brown Road
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brown Road Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brown Road, Charlotte sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Brown Road, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $340,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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