$335,680Average Value$225Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Quiet suburb in high-demand outer south Charlotte
Although Griers Fork has been going strong for more than half a century now, the area surrounding this established suburb would be nearly unrecognizable just 10 years ago. In 2015, a stretch of Interstate 485 passing right by Griers Fork was completed to connect Interstates 85 and 77, and the region has been booming ever since. Although the neighborhood itself is quiet and full of longtime residents, nearby shopping centers and thoroughfares hum with activity. Homeowners here are within arm’s reach of plenty of outer south Charlotte attractions and amenities, from Lake Wylie and the airport to the Charlotte Premium Outlets and Carowinds amusement park. While homes in this neighborhood continue to sell at a median price of $365,000 — considered a standard entry point for this part of the metro — they don’t tend to stay on the market long.
The homes in Griers Fork have large front and back yards.
Griers Fork is a well known Charlotte area.
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Suburban streets and late 20th-century homes
Gently curving, sidewalk-lined streets make up Griers Fork. Some homes sit on wooded, one-third-acre lots, while others have narrower, grassy lawns dotted by hedges. Most have attached two-car garages and fenced-in backyards, where mature pines tower over the roofs. Houses range from 1970s ranch-style and split-level homes to two-story new traditional homes built between the ‘80s and ‘90s. While a two-bedroom house can sell for $280,000, a five-bedroom with a renovated interior can list for nearly $500,000. Median home values in Griers Fork land at around $365,000, a more accessible price point than many other outer Charlotte locations. “From both personal and client experience, I can tell you that the values of homes in outer south Charlotte have continued to rise, and homes in the area are often sold quickly,” says local Realtor Lindsay Patton with the Redbud Group.
a lovely split-level home in Griers Fork.
Split-level homes are popular in Griers Fork.
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Olympic High students gear up with career academies
Students in Griers Fork are served by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, which is nationally recognized for its high academic performance standards. Kids can attend Lake Wylie Elementary and Kennedy Middle, both of which score a B-minus from Niche. Olympic High earns a B and is home to multiple career academies, ranging from engineering and advanced manufacturing to hospitality and tourism.
Kennedy Middle School provides a safe and orderly learning environment.
The entrance to the Lake Wylie Elementary School.
Olympic High School main entrance.
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Shopping centers line busy thoroughfares
A small office park just outside of the neighborhood is known for housing the Metalmorphosis sculpture, a modern art piece of a large metal head in a fountain. Right off Arrowood Road, it’s on the way to Ayrsley, where residents are five minutes away from the Walmart Supercenter and Publix Super Market at Whitehall Commons. The area is also home to the Ayrsley Grand Cinema and a handful of local eateries, including Piedmont Social House. More than just your usual stop-in for Southern-inspired fare, this restaurant invites folks to come and stay a while with lawn games and bowling. Also nearby is Mac’s Speed Shop, a small North Carolina chain known for its barbeque, beer and bikes. The neighborhood hotspot hosts live music from its dog-friendly patio area, where locals can kick back with comfort food favorites like brisket chili. With the busy Interstate 485 corridor close by, no retail or dining is out of reach, with shopping centers and chain restaurants aplenty.
Stop by York Crossing restaurant in Griers Fork.
Family Dollar has a lot of the necessities residents of Griers Fork needs.
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Close to retail meccas and thrill-seekers’ paradise
Griers Fork is perfectly positioned to enjoy some of the city’s best attractions, with the Charlotte Premium Outlets just up Steele Creek Road. This outdoor shopping complex is home to upscale brands at discount prices, from Coach to Polo Ralph Lauren, giving fashion-forward residents easy access to all the latest styles. Those who prefer death-defying thrills and family-friendly fun can head to Carowinds, the region’s premier amusement destination. Adrenaline junkies might consider getting a season pass to the park, as it’s located just five miles south of the neighborhood.
Fury 325, at Carowinds in Griers Fork is the largest giga coaster in North America.
Charlotte Premium Outlet Mall is a few minutes north of Griers Fork.
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From everyday recreation to lakefront fun
Locals here are also less than 10 miles from Lake Wylie’s scenic shores and waterside adventures, where campgrounds, marinas and piers line the coast. “There are plenty of parks, golf courses and trails from the Charlotte Greenway sprinkled throughout this area,” notes Patton. Riverfront greenways with walking trails spanning miles into Uptown Charlotte and high-end country clubs with rolling greens are within a 20-minute radius of home, though the closest park for residents at just 10 minutes away is Thomas McAlister Winget Park. Popular for its sporting facilities, kids can let loose on the playground, or families can compete on the disc golf course.
Children play soccer at Ramblewood Park in Charlotte, NC.
Lake Wylie is just west of Griers Fork.
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Interstate 485 puts Uptown Charlotte within commuting distance
Residents have no trouble getting around the metro area with Interstate 485 right outside of their neighborhood. Uptown Charlotte is 10 miles away, or roughly 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. In true suburban fashion, Griers Fork is car-dependent, but airborne travel isn’t out of the question — Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 20 minutes to the north.
Interstate 485 near the Griers Fork area.
Griers Fork is only 20 minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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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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Griers Fork Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Griers Fork, Charlotte sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Griers Fork, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $345,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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We are currently making final preparations for this home to be available. We make Pre-Leasing easy! Apply now and, once you’re approved, take this home off the market by paying a Pre-Lease Hold Fee; ask your Leasing Professional for more information. Once the home is made ready, we'll notify you that it's available for touring and for you to accept or decline. If you decline the home, we'll be
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