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Eagle Lake

Eagle Lake

4.2
$390,380 Average Value
$222 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale

How aviation and industry shape the landscape in Eagle Lake

Eagle Lake offers a slightly tucked-away feel with easy access to the rest of Charlotte. Just south of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, it’s not your typical neighborhood. The hotel-dotted landscape here is largely industrial and office space, with dense swaths of trees hugging residential pockets. You can choose from older homes on roomy lots and gated lakefront properties to townhouses in mixed-use developments. There are a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options within a short drive, and highway access adds appeal for commuters.

City Park is a new mixed-use community in the Eagle Lake neighborhood.
City Park is a new mixed-use community in the Eagle Lake neighborhood.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport connects travelers to hundreds of international destinations.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport connects travelers to hundreds of international destinations.
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A mix of detached homes and townhouses, plus some waterfront options

Whether you want to feel removed from the city or be close to the action, Eagle Lake offers both. Space and midcentury charm are the main draws for its original subdivisions, which feature ranch-style homes and split-levels resting on spacious lots of over a third of an acre. Notably, the gated and private Eagle Lake Fishing Club offers waterfront properties. Sidewalks line newer subdivisions, where early 2000s New Traditionals and 2010s Craftsman-inspired transitionals sit closer together on small lots of around a tenth of an acre. There are also two- and three-story townhouses, built between the early 2000s and today, with open floor plans and attached garages or small patios. Some communities, like City Park, offer walkability to parks and shopping centers.

You can find a variety of apartments to rent in the Eagle Lake neighborhood.
You can find a variety of apartments to rent in the Eagle Lake neighborhood.
Many of the new homes in Eagle Lake are more Craftsman in style.
Many of the new homes in Eagle Lake are more Craftsman in style.
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How much detached homes and townhouses cost in Eagle Lake

The median sale price here is around $370,000, well below Charlotte’s median. Neighboring Olde Whitehall, Ponderosa-Wingate, Clanton Park-Roseland and Yorkmount have lower medians. Detached homes range from the upper $200,000s to the lower $500,000s. Townhouses start in the lower $200,000s and can reach the upper $400,000s. Some properties have monthly HOA fees ranging from about $150 to a little over $200.

Families can choose from neighborhood schools and magnet options

A handful of public schools serve Eagle Lake, including Steel Creek Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School (a STEM-focused magnet school) and Olympic High School. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools also lets students apply to magnet or themed schools of their choice through an annual application lottery. Additionally, the neighborhood is home to Steele Creek Preparatory Academy, a public charter offering kindergarten through eighth grade.

Olympic High School gets Eagle Lake teens ready to chase their dreams after they graduate.
Olympic High School gets Eagle Lake teens ready to chase their dreams after they graduate.
Kennedy Middle serves students living in Eagle Lake.
Kennedy Middle serves students living in Eagle Lake.
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Five major job centers within 20 miles

Interstates 485, 85 and 77 are nearby to reach major employment centers around the Queen City. But be prepared for rush-hour traffic on your daily drive to and from work. Commuters are often heading to:

  • South End, a booming district for tech and startups about 5 miles or 10 minutes away
  • Uptown, the city’s central business district about 7 miles or 16 minutes away
  • Midtown, a health care hotspot anchored by Atrium Health about 8 miles or 17 minutes away
  • Ballantyne, a major corporate hub about 14 miles or 20 minutes away
  • University Research Park, a center for energy, research and finance jobs about 18 miles or 23 minutes away
The neighborhood is also minutes from distribution and manufacturing companies, as well as Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Uptown Charlotte is about 7 miles away.
Uptown Charlotte is about 7 miles away.
Eagle Lake residents only have a 20-minute drive into Uptown Charlotte.
Eagle Lake residents only have a 20-minute drive into Uptown Charlotte.
The Bank of America Stadium is only 7 miles from Eagle Lake.
The Bank of America Stadium is only 7 miles from Eagle Lake.
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An outlet mall, farmers market and large park are just minutes away

This part of Charlotte offers plenty of things to do, from shopping and dining to enjoying time outside. Popular amenities include:

  • Charlotte Regional Farmers Market, which is open Wednesday through Sunday
  • Charlotte Premium Outlets, which has over 100 name-brand outlet stores
  • Berewick Town Center, which features a mix of local restaurants and familiar chains
  • Renaissance Park, which is a favorite for disc golf, tennis and volleyball
  • Harry L. Jones, Sr. Golf Course, which has an 18-hole course and a driving range
There’s also the Lower South End (LoSo), a buzzing district for brewery-hopping and live music, about 4 miles away.

Eagle Lake residents can buy fresh produce from the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.
Eagle Lake residents can buy fresh produce from the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market.
Berewick Town Center gives Eagle Lake residents access to top grocery brands like Harris Teeter.
Berewick Town Center gives Eagle Lake residents access to top grocery brands like Harris Teeter.
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Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

9 min drive

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Tryon St & Queen Anne Rd

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Tyvola Rd & Yorkmont Rd

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Tyvola Rd & North Falls Dr

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Tyvola Rd & South Stream Blvd

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Tryon St & Southampton Rd

Reviews

Niche Reviews
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5.0 Niche User
3/30/2015 Niche Review
Columbus is one of the fastest growing cities in America. The HQ for many large companies is in Columbus, drawn here by the large population at Ohio State.
4.0 Niche User
3/30/2015 Niche Review
Coming from Columbus, OH, it is warm, sunny and slightly humid.Great place to live!
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
825
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
6.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,821
Below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,789
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 21
    11am - 2pm

    2410 Arbor Loop Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217

    $460,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,135 Sq Ft
    • 2410 Arbor Loop Dr
    • New 15 days ago

    This elegant three story end-unit townhome located at City Park. Sought-after floorplan includes main level guest suite and gracious living spaces filled with natural light. Open kitchen features oversized island, granite countertops, gas range, large pantry, and stainless steel appliances. Incredible storage throughout the home and attached two car garage on main level. Brand new carpets and LVP

    Brenda Shi Keller Williams Ballantyne Area

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,593
Median Age
33
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,903
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$100,069

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
57%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.9%
% Population in Labor Force
86.9%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®

30 / 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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