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Why families and Uptown professionals like to live in Elizabeth
Just across the highway from Uptown, Elizabeth is a historic streetcar neighborhood known for its walkable lifestyle. Here, a mix of century-old homes and brand-new builds sits steps from trendy restaurants and bars, parks and hospitals. You can take a long walk into the Center City or easily catch a ride on a city bus or light rail train, and if you need to take the highway to work, there are on-ramps close by. Families appreciate highly rated public and private schools, as well as a longtime neighborhood association that puts on annual events like the ever-popular Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall.
Bungalow homes in Elizabeth are often newer builds among historic residences.
Independence Park is a popular spot for residents walking dogs in Elizabeth.
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A blend of renovated historic homes and new construction
“Sometimes we say that neighborhoods and houses are charming because it’s a buzzword, but this is textbook charm,” says Andy Griesinger, a Realtor with eXp Realty Ballantyne. “All of the homes are a little bit older, and they have a really good feel to them.” Some homes here date back to the early 20th century, while others were built as recently as 2025. You’ll find classic Bungalows with low-pitched roofs sitting alongside symmetrical Colonial Revivals, towering Tudor Revivals and meticulous Craftsman homes. Many of them have fenced yards leading to wide streets lined with sidewalks that are shaded by mature magnolia, maple and oak trees. There are also townhouses and condo communities.
New construction homes in Elizabeth complement its historic housing mix.
Colonial Revival homes are commonly found throughout Elizabeth.
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Buyers see steeper prices than some neighborhoods nearby
With Uptown and some of the city’s trendiest districts close by, Elizabeth is comparably an expensive neighborhood to buy in. The median sale price is around $775,000, significantly above Charlotte ’s median.
Detached homes start in the lower $600,000s and quickly rise to nearly $3 million
Townhouses range from the lower $700,000s to more than $1.5 million
Condos typically cost between the mid-$100,000s and the mid-$500,000s
Higher-end condos range from the mid-$800,000s to more than $1.8 million
Home prices tend to be higher in sought-after Plaza Midwood and Myers Park, where the median sale prices are nearly $1 million and $1.6 million, respectively, and lower in Dilworth and NoDa ( North Charlotte), which have median sale prices under $600,000.
Elizabeth is one of Charlotte's most walkable neighborhoods
With a Walk Score of 89 out of 100, Elizabeth is where you can truly live car-free. Everything you may need, from medical care to groceries, is within walking distance. CATS bus stops are a few blocks from most homes, and there are five LYNX Gold Line stations in the neighborhood if you want to take a light rail train into Uptown. The heart of the Center City is about 2 miles away, which is a less than 10-minute drive, a 13-minute bike ride, a 20-minute train ride or a 45-minute walk. And if you need to take the highway, it’s easy to get on Interstate 277 and U.S. Route 74.
Elizabeth residents have access to LYNX Gold Line light rail stations.
Elizabeth’s sidewalk network supports its highly walkable neighborhood design.
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From ramen to vintage finds, there’s much to do and see in Elizabeth
You’ll find an array of restaurants, bars and shops along every major thoroughfare in Elizabeth. “You’re right down the street from The Crunkleton, one of the top cocktail lounge restaurants,” Griesinger says. “Puerta is another really good one. Then there’s Rosemont, a wine bar. There’s Caswell Station, which is like a sports bar. There’s so much stuff right there, it’s a big reason people like that area. It’s super close to all the hotspots.” Menya Daruma is among the neighborhood’s most popular restaurants, serving traditional Japanese ramen. You can pick up a comic at Heroes Aren't Hard To Find or browse the clothing racks at East 8th Vintage. Groceries, home goods and more are nearby in neighboring Cherry, where the Metropolitan mall is home to familiar retailers, such as Target, Trader Joe's, Petco and Burlington.
Menya Daruma in Elizabeth offers takeout ramen popular with locals.
Rosemont Market & Wine Bar in Elizabeth offers a curated wine selection.
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Highly rated public and private schools are close by
The neighborhood is zoned to highly rated public schools, including Eastover Elementary School and Myers Park High School. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students also have the option of applying to a magnet school of their choice during the district’s annual application lottery. Nearby options include Chantilly Montessori School and Piedmont Middle School, which has an International Baccalaureate program. Trinity Episcopal School, a highly rated private school, is less than 2 miles away.
Eastover Elementary School anchors local education near the Elizabeth neighborhood.
Myers Park High School in Charlotte serves students in the surrounding area.
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A friendly neighborhood known for long-standing community events
You’ll find a welcoming and friendly community here. “Everyone is out there walking their dogs and kids in their strollers. It’s the kind of neighborhood where you’re in the minority if you don’t know the neighbors,” Griesinger says. The neighborhood is well known for its Great Elizabeth Pumpkin Wall, a Halloween tradition in which residents fill a 60-foot shelving unit with over 100 carved and painted pumpkins. The voluntary Elizabeth Community Association organizes it, as well as many other annual events, like an 8K Road Race and an Easter Egg Hunt. "My favorite thing about Elizabeth is my neighbors, unquestionably," says Debbie Rubenstein, a 20-year resident and the association’s communications chair. "We love how neighborly it is and that people work really hard to make it a community."
Popular parks offer walking paths, sports fields and greenway access
One of Elizabeth's most popular amenities is the 24-acre Independence Park. "That park is the heart of the community," Rubenstein says. "It's probably the most used park by neighborhood residents, and it's where they host most of the community's events.” The green space features walking paths, a rose garden, sports fields, a playground and the Hawthorne Recreation Center. Another popular outdoor space is Elizabeth Park, where you can access the Little Sugar Creek Greenway for runs, walks and bike rides.
Elizabeth Park connects to Little Sugar Creek Greenway for walking and biking.
Residents often gather at the 24-acre Independence Park in Elizabeth.
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Elizabeth Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Elizabeth, Charlotte sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Elizabeth, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $794,500, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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