$357,932Average Value$193Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
City accessibility with suburban charm
Homebuyers move to Idlewild Farms for its secluded, pastoral landscapes and stay for its growing city accessibility. Many lots span over a quarter of an acre and are shaded by mature, leafy trees. But thanks to Albemarle Road, residents are a short drive away from stores and restaurants. And the home prices here, below Charlotte’s average, are continuing to draw new neighbors in. “It’s tough to get inside of the Interstate 485 belt loop at a good price nowadays with so much appreciation,” says Landon House, Realtor with Keller Williams who has been selling homes in The Queen City for 5 years. “Sellers here get a lot of equity, and buyers can build equity quickly.”
Idlewild Farms is a secluded neighborhood known for it's large trees and large lots.
Many of the streets in Idlewild Farms do not have side walks.
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Midcentury homes priced below Charlotte’s average
Split-levels, Colonial Revivals and brick ranch-style homes sit back on Idlewild Farms’ spacious lawns, shaded by lofty maple trees. Several apartment complexes can be found between Albemarle Road and Idlewild Farms’ subdivisions. Usually, there are sidewalks on one side of the road for the neighborhood’s many dog walkers, runners and other pedestrians. Streets are plenty wide for cars to park on either side. Most construction dates back to the 1960s and ‘70s. Some homes have seen recent renovations while others are ready for a handy buyer with a vision. “I was able to buy a home that, with a little bit of work, would be worth a lot more,” says Erika Pitman, Realtor with Keller Williams and four-year resident of Idlewild Farms. “Home values have been increasing. For the most part, they’re priced a little below Charlotte’s average.” Prices almost always fall between $300,000 and $450,000. Most properties are bought within a month.
Updated brick ranch homes are popular in Idlewild Farms.
A split level style home in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood of Charlotte.
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It's fun to play at the YMCA, and other parks too
Albemarle Road Park has a small open field and a short, wooded trail for getting some fresh air. A recreation center is right across the street, offering a playground and regular activities from a senior walking club to line dancing classes. There’s also Simmons YMCA for more recreational programs, as well as an indoor pool. Campbell Creek Greenway is to the south of Idlewild Farms, snaking through forests and subdivisions for about 2 miles before linking up with McAlpine Creek Greenway.
The Simmons YMCA in Charlotte offers everything from indoor pool to daycare.
The Idlewild Road Park has a full 18 hole disc golf course.
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Schools within walking distance
Albemarle Road Elementary and Albemarle Road Middle are centrally located, within a 15-minute walk of most homes. Albemarle Road Elementary receives a C from Niche, while Albemarle Road Middle receives a C-plus. At Independence High, all students receive Chromebooks that they may use outside of the classroom for schoolwork. Independence High receives an overall B-plus from Niche, with an A-plus in diversity.
Albemarle Elementary School drop off in Charlotte, NC.
The Independence High School entrance in Charlotte, NC.
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Events that bring the whole neighborhood out
A few community groups keep residents busy with fun events and activities. “There’s MoRA, which stands for Monroe Road Advocates,” Pitman says. “They’re just starting to get back and active again, but they used to organize big community events, mainly in the summer, like weekly get togethers at the park with music.” This concert series takes place every third Friday at the Embrace sculpture by Monroe Road. MoRA also organizes a 2- and 4-mile community run each Wednesday.
Idlewild Farms residents can take part in the MoRA Community Run on Wednesday nights.
You can run a 2 or 4 mile loop at the MoRA Community Run.
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Near Albemarle Road and future metro stations
Albemarle Road is the neighborhood’s primary east-west thoroughfare. Uptown Charlotte is about 8 miles west. A few Charlotte Area Transit System bus lines pass through the neighborhood, such as the No. 9, which heads toward Uptown, but none enter Idlewild Farms’ interior. The Lynx Silver Line is a light rail line that’s still in the planning stages, but when it's complete, residents can expect to be around 2 miles away from metro stations on East Independence Boulevard. The Hindu Center of Charlotte is just south of Idlewild Farms.
Idlewild Farms residents can access the CATS bus system on Albemarle Road.
The northern section of Idlewild Farms is mostly commercial.
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International dining and sprawling shopping centers
An abundance of shopping and eating options can be found off Albemarle Road, from Aldi to fast food restaurants. A Food Lion and Walmart Neighborhood Market are also down East W. T. Harris Boulevard. Over a dozen car dealerships are found along East Independence Boulevard. Idlewild Farms offers several international eateries. Antojitos Catrachos serves up Honduran cuisine, while Ichiban Buffet Sushi & Hibachi is known for their Asian buffet. New York Diner is a long-time hot spot that serves American eats in comfortable, casual digs. SouthPark, an upscale shopping mall and one of the largest in the state, is 8 miles to the southwest.
Idlewild Farms residents go to Antojitos Catrachos, for authentic Honduran cuisine.
Head to Walmart Neighborhood Market in Idlewild Farms for all your grocery needs.
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Crime and Safety
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Idlewild Farms
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Idlewild Farms Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Idlewild Farms, Charlotte sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Idlewild Farms, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $360,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,905
Median Age
33
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,234
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,537
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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