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Chantilly

Chantilly

4.5
$1,016,198 Average Value
$483 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Why homebuyers want the Chantilly lifestyle

Chantilly, a neighborhood minutes from Charlotte ’s Center City, is known for its family-friendly feel and walkability to popular dining and nightlife spots. Homes here span the eras, from bungalows and cottages with historic charm to eye-catching modern builds with luxury-level price tags. Commutes to Uptown are short, and the city’s streetcar line is within reach. Another draw is the Chantilly Neighborhood Association, which fosters togetherness, making it a place where neighbors know each other by name and people rarely move away.

Interstate 74 runs alonge Chantilly's eastern boarder.
Interstate 74 runs alonge Chantilly's eastern boarder.
The Chantilly neighborhood is minutes away from Uptown Charlotte.
The Chantilly neighborhood is minutes away from Uptown Charlotte.
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Historic homes and newer builds on tree-lined streets

Small lending libraries and towering trees line the streets in Chantilly, where you’ll find early 20th-century Craftsman bungalows with front porch swings next to all-brick cottages and much larger American Foursquares. These historic styles mix with two-story Craftsman builds from the 2010s and modern designs from the 2020s. Neighbors live relatively close to one another, with lot sizes generally around a quarter of an acre, enough room for a backyard patio, shed and in-ground pool. If you’re looking for less maintenance, there are newly built townhouses along Shenandoah Avenue. “Chantilly is very popular for families,” says Anthony Swain, a Realtor with Monarch Group Realty. “You have sidewalks. The roads aren’t too busy. You have access to restaurants with great outdoor patios. It’s one of those neighborhoods where when you get off work, people take a walk in the neighborhood and settle in for the evening.”

Many of the older homes in Chantilly are smaller cottages.
Many of the older homes in Chantilly are smaller cottages.
Newer, larger homes are often modern or Craftsman-style.
Newer, larger homes are often modern or Craftsman-style.
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Homebuyers often pay well above the Charlotte median here

The median home price here is around $930,000, more than double that of Charlotte and much higher than in neighboring Elizabeth and Commonwealth. Detached homes start in the lower $500,000s and quickly rise to more than $2 million. Townhouses don’t hit the market often. Only two units were sold in recent years, ranging from the lower $500,000s for about 1,800 square feet to the lower $600,000s for around 2,000 square feet.

Getting to Uptown is easy by car, bus, streetcar or bike

Uptown Charlotte, comprised of the First Ward, Second Ward, Third Ward and Fourth Ward, is less than 3 miles away, and you don’t need to take the highway to get there. The drive is less than 10 minutes when traffic is light. Alternatively, you can leave your car at home and take a CATS bus or a LYNX Gold Line streetcar instead. Biking is an option with multiple bike-friendly routes.

Assigned schools and magnet options for Chantilly families

Oakhurst STEAM Academy, Eastway Middle School and Garinger High School are the assigned schools for the neighborhood, but Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools lets families apply to magnet schools through an annual Program Choice Lottery. There are highly rated options nearby, such as:

  • Chantilly Montessori School, which serves students from prekindergarten through sixth grade
  • Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School, which has a leadership program
  • Shamrock Gardens Elementary School, which has Talent Development for gifted students
  • Piedmont Middle School, which has an International Baccalaureate program
  • East Mecklenburg High School, which also has an International Baccalaureate program

Chantilly Montessori School campus main's entrance.
Chantilly Montessori School campus main's entrance.
The Elizabeth Traditional Elementary was one of Charlotte's first schools.
The Elizabeth Traditional Elementary was one of Charlotte's first schools.
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East 7th Street and Caswell Road offer plenty to do

Popular restaurants and hangout spots are steps from home along East 7th Street and North Caswell Road. Rosemont is a favorite for weekend brunch, and Puerta is known for its Mexican cuisine and lively atmosphere. You’ll want a reservation to dine at The Crunkleton, often considered Charlotte's best cocktail lounge. “They have this beautiful bar with huge, comfortable seats. They do a Tomahawk steak that they’re known for,” Swain says. A more relaxed vibe draws diners to Caswell Station for American fare, and Cajun Queen brings the flavors of New Orleans to the Queen City. Bars, breweries and live music venues are close by in Plaza Midwood, and you can enjoy a variety of shows and events at Bojangles Coliseum in neighboring Coliseum Drive.

Catalina Kitchen and Bar is a favorite for fish tacos and tagliatelle with scallops.
Catalina Kitchen and Bar is a favorite for fish tacos and tagliatelle with scallops.
Chantilly residents head to Common Market for a delicious custom sandwich.
Chantilly residents head to Common Market for a delicious custom sandwich.
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Chantilly Park and nearby green spaces offer outdoor fun

The community’s namesake, Chantilly Park, borders Briar Creek in the southernmost part of the neighborhood. There you can:

  • Take your dogs for a walk along a creek-side trail
  • Play soccer, volleyball and disc golf
  • Run around the playground with your kids
  • Enjoy a picnic under the shade of trees
Just outside the neighborhood is Veterans Park, where you can work out using the outdoor gym or cool off during the summer at the splash pad. There’s also the 24-acre Independence Park nearby. It has views of the Charlotte skyline, a 300-seat stadium and athletic fields.

You can take your four legged friends on the nature trail at Chantilly Park.
You can take your four legged friends on the nature trail at Chantilly Park.
Veteran's Park, a popular green space nearby, features many amenities.
Veteran's Park, a popular green space nearby, features many amenities.
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A close-knit community where neighbors know each other

If you move here, you’ll find an inviting and welcoming community. “What always struck me as interesting here is that people tend to know each other by name. There’s always a familiar face,” says Thomas Larsen, a longtime resident and the president of My Townhome Realty. “It’s an extraordinarily close-knit community, even more so than other Charlotte neighborhoods.” The enclave is supported by the volunteer-run Chantilly Neighborhood Association, which organizes community events, including Halloween Parades, 5k races, food truck nights and yard sales. Eric Layne, the association's former president, says residents tend to stick around for years: “Residents call it the 'Chantilly Shuffle' because once you move in, you don’t move out; you just choose another house in the neighborhood that better suits your needs.”

Chantilly residents have easy access to events at Bojangles Coliseum.
Chantilly residents have easy access to events at Bojangles Coliseum.
You can choose to run or walk at the The MoRA Community Run.
You can choose to run or walk at the The MoRA Community Run.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

20 min drive

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 2 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
5/23/2022 Niche Review
Chantilly is a very beautiful neighborhood. Like the rest of Charlotte though, housing prices are very unaffordable.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Chantilly US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
644
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,920
On par with the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,007
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,500
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 30
    10am - 1pm

    2652 Chesterfield Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

    $1,350,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,050 Sq Ft
    • 2652 Chesterfield Ave

    Step into this stunning 2022 Craftsman-style home, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and modern living. The heart of the home is a spacious gourmet kitchen featuring an impressive 8-foot quartz island—perfect for entertaining—alongside an oversized walk-in pantry complete with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops.Rich hardwood floors flow seamlessly throughout, leading into a generous

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    David Proicou
    My Townhome
    (980) 600-3162
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  • Saturday, May 30
    12 - 3pm

    2541 Shenandoah Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

    $2,295,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,240 Sq Ft
    • 2541 Shenandoah Ave
    • New 13 days ago

    Experience elevated in-town living in this exceptional new construction home in sought-after Chantilly. Offering 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 4,240 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home blends luxury, comfort, and functionality at every turn. A highly desirable main-level primary suite provides the privacy and convenience today’s buyers are looking for, while soaring

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    Dulce Delgado
    Delgado Realty
    (980) 485-7403
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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$3,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,200
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,000
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,200
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,200
Median Condo Rent
$1,395
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,395

Demographics

Total Population
1,632
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$151,623
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$175,884

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
82.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
89.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walkability®

70 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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