$269,252Average Value$194Average Price per Sq Ft30Homes For Sale
Why homebuyers and academics consider College Downs
College Downs sits directly beside the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, offering a residential atmosphere at the edge of campus life. The area has a suburban feel while remaining close to the broader University City district. Nearby, the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens are free and open to the public, featuring outdoor gardens and a greenhouse with exotic plants. The Toby Creek Greenway, a paved multi-use trail that follows the creek through wooded areas, provides a scenic route for walking, running or cycling. This greenway is part of the larger Cross Charlotte Trail, an expanding network of paths connecting different parts of the city. While the neighborhood is primarily residential, its position within University City puts shopping centers and restaurants a short trip away.
Condos are a popular option for UNCC students living in College Downs.
Large brick Colonial Revivals are a common home style in College Downs.
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Established homes blend with townhouses, condos and apartments
Along the wide streets of College Downs, you’ll find a mix of single-family homes mostly built between the 1960s and the early 2000s. These ranch-style homes, split-levels, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and New Traditionals rest on spacious lots shaded by tall oak and leafy maple trees. If you’re looking for less maintenance, there are older and brand-new townhouses, as well as condos. With many more apartments than single-family homes, College Downs has far more renters than homeowners.
You can find condos and townhouses throughout College Downs.
Quiet streets with large, well-maintained homes and yards make College Downs desirable.
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You can pay less than the Charlotte median for a College Downs home
The neighborhood’s median sale price is around $355,000, below Charlotte ’s, which is about $430,000. Here’s how home prices break down by type:
Condos range from the lower $100,000s to the lower $200,000s.
Townhouses range from the upper $100,000s to the upper $400,000s.
Detached homes range from the upper $200,000s to the lower $600,000s.
What commutes look like from College Downs
Interstates 85 and 485 are close by, making it easier to reach job hubs around Charlotte. Common destinations include:
UNC Charlotte, which is less than a mile away (or less than 5 minutes)
University City Research Park, which is about 4 miles away (or 10 to 20 minutes)
Uptown, which is roughly 11 miles away (or 15 to 40 minutes)
SouthPark, which is around 13 miles away (or 25 to 65 minutes)
South End, which is about 14 miles away (or 20 to 40 minutes)
“Traffic can be bad, especially right on the Boulevard,” says Britney Anampa Vitor, a Realtor with Century 21 Echelon. “But that’s true of everywhere in Charlotte.” You’ll likely want a car if you live here, but CATS buses stop along University City Boulevard, and there are LYNX Blue Line light rail stations nearby on North Tryon Street and on the UNCC campus.
You can catch a ride on a CATS bus to reach destinations around University City.
College Downs has easy interstate access for travel around the Charlotte area.
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Education options include assigned, magnet and charter schools
College Downs is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Students can attend Newell Elementary School, which is in the neighborhood, before advancing to Martin Luther King Jr Middle School in Hidden Valley and then Julius L. Chambers High School in Mineral Springs. Alternatively, the neighborhood is home to Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology, a CMS magnet elementary school with a computer science immersion theme and a B-plus rating from Niche. Families can apply during the district's annual Program Choice Lottery.
Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology is highly rated.
Many children attend Newell Elementary School in College Downs.
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Shop, dine and unwind in University City
“There are a lot of things to do by the University,” Vitor says. “It’s close to Concord Mills, which is one of the biggest malls here in Charlotte. And there are shopping centers all around; everyone comes down here for Ikea.” Harris Teeter, Food Lion and Aldi are just a few of the grocery stores in this area. National retailers range from Walmart Supercenter and Target to World Market and Marshalls. The dining scene is diverse. Pupusa 503, known for its Salvadorian specialties, and Don Pedro Mexican Restaurant are close to home. University City North features The Shoppes at University Place, which has popular spots such as Boardwalk Billy’s Raw Bar and Ribs and Piada Italian Street Food. Topgolf, Armored Cow Brewing Company and Flying Saucer Draught Emporium are just a few of the hangout spots nearby. On the UNCC campus, you can attend football games at Jerry Richardson Stadium or walk around the botanical gardens.
Don Pedro Mexican is known for its authentic Mexican food.
The Harris Teeter at Town Center Plaza is one of the main grocery stores in the area.
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What outdoor recreation options are near College Downs
Biking, running and walking are popular activities on the Toby Creek Greenway. Several subdivisions in College Downs have direct access to this paved path that runs through the UNCC campus before connecting to the Mallard Creek Greenway. Also in the neighborhood is Newell Neighborhood Park, which has a playground and baseball and softball fields. The larger Reedy Creek Park and Nature Preserve is about 2 miles away. It has many sports facilities, from a disc golf course and cricket ground to beach volleyball and basketball courts. Hiking trails weave through the woods, there’s a fishing pier and multiple picnic shelters, as well as a dog park and a community garden.
The Toby Creek Greenway is a beloved feature of the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
College Downs
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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College Downs Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Downs, Charlotte sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in College Downs, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $363,500, up 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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