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Double Oaks

Double Oaks

Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28206

Neighborhood Reviews
3.3
$486,776 Average Value
$253 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

For stylish homes, natural scenery and a creative outlook, explore Brightwalk. This compact hideaway in Charlotte's north end has a fresh take on revitalization with a one-of-a-kind living environment. The city redeveloped the Double Oaks area in the early 2000s into a mixed-use, mixed-income community emphasizing accessibility and a new neighborhood name. Unique to this project is the careful planning that went into environmental restorations and strengthening connections to surrounding areas. Brightwalk's updates have stimulated significant economic growth and social well-being.

Brightwalk feels airy despite its Center City location, and many of its turnkey homes have views of Uptown's sparkling skyline. Architects took inspiration from Charlotte's historic Dilworth community with modernized Craftsman-style structures. Single-family homes with porches, rear garages and tailored landscaping sell for $600,000 to $700,000. Townhomes also have a presence here, with designs in keeping with the rest of the area, selling for $400,000. "Prices here are increasing significantly. There is some inventory, but it gets snatched up quickly," says Brightwalk resident and Realtor Drew Ludeke at Coldwell Banker Realty.

School-aged Brightwalk residents can attend Bruns Avenue Elementary on its crepe-myrtle-lined campus. Many rising students enroll at Ranson Middle for the International Baccalaureate program and wrap up their studies at West Charlotte High, a long-standing local landmark dating to the early 1930s. Charlotte locals also have a wide variety of charter, magnet and private education options to explore.

Reclaiming green space was a primary goal for Brightwalk developers, with an inspired concept that simultaneously celebrates art and nature. Art sculptures interact with the neighborhood's green spaces, playing a unique role in restoring the area's natural ecology. Some residents look out their windows to an illuminated installation that attracts beneficial nocturnal insects. The neighborhood's trail systems connect to the Carolina Thread Trail and its extensive network of greenways and blueways, stretching over 1,000 miles. You'll see cyclists and dog walkers making their way around the scenic pathways. Enjoy the public art as you take your evening stroll at Anita Shroud Park, and watch for upcoming neighborhood events.

Brightwalk locals head into the city for weekly grocery shops and errands. You won't need to travel far for dining and entertainment here. Camp North End has won the city over with its rotating events, public art, shops and food stalls. The World War II-era industrial depot turned creative hive has a little something for everyone. When dining in town, locals turn to Brewton's Café, a popular neighborhood eatery serving a seafood-heavy menu and delectable desserts. When you're in the mood for a night out, head around the corner to the AvidXchange Music Factory, showcasing live music in its dynamic multi-venue hub.

Cradled by the Interstate 277-77 interchange, Brightwalk commutes are straightforward. A 1-mile ride lands you directly in Uptown Charlotte, and you're a 3-mile trip from the city's thriving arts district. The Charlotte Area Transit System, CATS, serves the neighborhood with bus stops dotted on main roads, convenient for those who prefer a car-free commute. As a central Charlotte neighborhood with accessibility and a shiny disposition, Brightwalk certainly lives up to its name.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

20 min drive

Bus

Oaklawn Ave & Spring St

Bus

Statesville Ave & Samuel St

Bus

Oaklawn Ave & Ethel Guest Ln

Bus

Oaklawn Ave & Stroud Park Ct

Bus

Statesville Ave & Kohler Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 12 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
7/24/2014 Niche Review
People in my neighborhood do support local and state level sports People put up signs in their yards in support a particular politician during elections.
4.0 Niche User
7/24/2014 Niche Review
I feel very safe in my neighborhood. I don't have any concern in the areas mentioned above or it does not apply to my neighborhood.
4.0 Niche User
7/24/2014 Niche Review
Across from my residence is an older community and for the most part the homes are maintain well. On my side of the community there are band new home and town homes being built. My community will be a mixed income community. The cost of housing is very reasonable for the neighborhood. It is near my city's uptown area. As for utilities I only pay for electricity and the monthly rate is at or below the average cost for electricity for an apartment.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Double Oaks US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$413,392
Median Single Family Price
$494,000
Median Townhouse Price
$400,535
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Months of Supply
3.30
Median List Price
$425,995
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
352
Median Year Built
2014
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,764
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,678
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,443
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
450
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 4
    12 - 2pm

    2638 Double Oaks Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206

    $600,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,886 Sq Ft
    • 2638 Double Oaks Rd
    • New 22 hours ago

    Experience vibrant urban living in the sought-after Brightwalk community! Unbeatable LOCATION—just minutes to Uptown, Camp North End, AvidXChange Music Factory, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, LoSo & more! This stylish, move-in-ready home features luxury laminate floors on the main level, new carpet upstairs, and fresh paint throughout. The open floor plan centers around a spacious kitchen with abundant

    Melissa Brown Helen Adams Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,378
Median Age
34
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$58,878
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,789

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
42.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.9%
% Population in Labor Force
78.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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