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What makes Collingwood appealing to families and commuters
Collingwood gives homebuyers a comfortable, residential feel with easy access to some of South Charlotte’s top dining and shopping destinations. The neighborhood is known for its classic postwar homes on roomy lots, minutes from LoSo’s breweries and Park Road’s shops and restaurants. Families are drawn here for the school zoning, which includes the highly rated Myers Park High School, and commuters like the short drive to Uptown and close access to the LYNX Blue Line. There’s a park in the neighborhood, and the sprawling Freedom Park is a short drive away.
Some ranch-style homes sit on sloping yards.
Newly built homes are popping up across the Collingwood neighborhood in Charlotte.
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Older and newer single-family homes on tree-shaded streets
Midcentury charm blends with modern-day design in Collingwood, where you’ll find many ranch-style homes alongside brick New Traditionals, Craftsmans and custom new construction. If you’re looking for a lower-maintenance option, there are townhouses. “This was one of the first neighborhoods to get built after WWII in the 1950s, so the homes are very foundationally solid,” says Michael Murphy, a Realtor with Dickens Mitchener Residential Real Estate. “The downside is you have smaller houses, usually three bedrooms with one bathroom. But the lot sizes are bigger, so you can always expand going forward.” Although sidewalks are rare, the wide residential streets lined with tall oak and maple trees offer plenty of room for a stroll. “First thing in the morning, you’ll see people walking their dogs and their kids in strollers. Bike riders come through in the afternoon, and Saturday and Sunday, everyone’s outdoors,” Murphy says.
A lovely brick ranch home in the Collingwood neighborhood of Charlotte.
A modern traditional home in Collingwood.
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Homebuyers here typically pay more than the Charlotte median
The neighborhood’s median sale price is around $610,000, significantly above Charlotte ’s, which sits around $430,000s. Detached homes start in the mid-$300,000s and quickly rise to more than $1.5 million. Townhouses rarely hit the market, with only one recent sale in the mid-$400,000s. "As the city expands south, it's an investment to buy here while it's up-and-coming," says Ryan Palmer, a Realtor with The Agency. "The single-family home price is steadily going up due to the increasing teardowns and commercial developments in the area." You’ll find similar prices in Colonial Village, slightly higher prices in Madison Park and much higher prices in Ashbrook-Clawson Village.
Schools serving Collingwood have IB and language magnet programs
Collingwood is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district. Students typically attend Pinewood Elementary School and Alexander Graham Middle School, which has a B rating from Niche. Students can then advance to the A-rated Myers Park High School, the first public school in North Carolina to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Alternatively, families can apply to nearby magnet options, such as Collinswood Language Academy, a B-rated K-8 school offering a Spanish and English dual-language program. Private options include St. Ann Catholic School.
Myers Park High School earns an A rating from Niche.
Alexander Graham Middle School was ranked 178th in North Carolina.
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Easy commute to work and entertainment
Commuters can use Interstate 77, South Boulevard and Park Road to reach job hubs around Charlotte. Common destinations include:
South End, which is around 3 miles away (or 7 to 15 minutes)
SouthPark, which is about 4 miles away (or 10 to 20 minutes)
Uptown, which is roughly 6 miles away (or 10 to 25 minutes)
Ballantyne, which is around 13 miles away (or 15 to 25 minutes)
For a car-free commute, the Scaleybark LYNX Blue Line light rail station is about a mile away in York Road, and CATS buses stop along Scaleybark Road and South Boulevard. Biking is also an option, with the Charlotte Rail Trail close by. “There are bike lanes on the street to get you to Uptown, SouthPark or the Pineville area,” Murphy says.
The Kung Fu Tea Restaurant on South Boulevard in Collingwood.
The CATS Bus Line is a great way to get around in the Collingwood neighborhood.
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LoSo’s breweries and Park Road’s shops are close at hand
Some residents are within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and hangout spots along South Boulevard. You can start your day with a latte from Burr & Berry Coffee, browse Hidden Treasures, a beloved thrift and consignment shop, and dine on Mexican fare at Tacos El Nevado. Even more options are nearby in the buzzy Lower South End, or LoSo, known for its burgeoning brewery scene, anchored by favorites such as The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten and Protagonist Beer. Park Road Shopping Center, with a mix of national retailers, local and chain restaurants, Harris Teeter and an AMC movie theater, is close by in Freedom Park. Pasta & Provisions is one of Murphy’s favorites: “They do homemade pasta every single day, and they also make frozen to-go ravioli and big pans of lasagna to feed a whole family.” And when you’re in the mood for name-brand and luxury shopping, SouthPark Mall is a short drive away.
Collingwood’s Beef ‘N Bottle serves great steaks.
Burr and Berry Coffee serves great coffee.
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Where Collingwood residents go for sports, play and outdoor fun
From a central neighborhood park to Charlotte’s Central Park, Collingswood residents have several places to enjoy the outdoors and exercise. During your free time, you can:
Play soccer or flag football at Collins Park
Take your kids to the playground or attend a festival at Freedom Park
Swim year-round at Marion Diehl Recreation Center
Bike or walk your dogs along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway
The bridge at Freedom Park is a favorite spot to stop and soak in the view.
Families love stopping by the lending library at Collins Park.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Collingwood
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Collingwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Collingwood, Charlotte sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Collingwood, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $620,300, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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