Driving down the residential streets of Lakeview, it’s hard to believe that this historic borough was once considered the Coney Island of the Queen City. Train tracks trace the path of a streetcar line that once carried trolleys full of visitors to Lakewood Park, a vibrant amusement park that lodged the largest carousel in the country. After a tornado struck the park in the 1930s, Lakeview took on a different appearance. This West Charlotte enclave became a refuge for many African American Charlotteans displaced by the urban renewal of the 1960s, and they called the area Lakeview. While the neighborhood has had its fair share of hard times, longtime locals take pride in their community’s resilience and rich history. In a 2019 neighborhood vote, residents chose to replace the official name Lakewood with Lakeview as a nod to the past. With other nearby neighborhoods in transition and new construction starting to move into the area, things are looking up for Lakeview.
Lakewood is an easy commute to downtown Charlotte.
Lakewood is just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
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New constructions mingle with 1920s homes
Towering oaks and century-old structures instill charm into Lakeview's quiet streets. Quaint 1920s bungalows sit alongside 1960s ranch-style homes painted in pastel shades. The wide, flat streets provide room for street parking, as many older houses don’t come with garages. Realtor Katie Hocker with Lake Norman Realty affirms that, although the neighborhood is still mostly established homes, more and more new builds and remodeled properties have been arriving on the market. “The road my listing is on has a lot of new construction, so it’s definitely an up-and-coming area,” she says. “It’s not quite there yet, but it’s coming.” While renovation-ready homes can sell for as low as $165,000, a newly built four-bedroom home can be priced at $400,000.
Many of Lakewood's streets are lined with well maintained bungalow style homes.
There are a variety of architectural styles in the popular Lakewood neighborhood.
Many newer homes in the area help to welcome new Lakewood residents to the neighborhood.
There are many brick ranch homes in the well established Lakewood neighborhood.
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DubC High is the pride of West Charlotte
Thomasboro Academy houses neighborhood students in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district from kindergarten through the eighth grade. The school earns a C from Niche and sends students on to West Charlotte High, which receives a C-minus. Locally known as “DubC,” the high school has a long history tracing back to its establishment in the late 1930s. This historic institution persevered through segregation, and its success is a point of pride in the surrounding communities.
Wilson STEM Academy prepares 6-8 grade Lakewood students for high school.
The Thomasboro Academy serves students K-6th grade.
West Charlotte High School is one of several local high schools near Lakewood.
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A community coming together for change
Lakeview holds a CAP Index Crime Score of 8 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. However, community leaders have stepped up to address poverty and crime in the neighborhood by forming the Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance. While primarily concerned with giving the residents the tools they need to survive, this organization is also dedicated to helping their neighbors thrive. Homeowners gather for lively annual events like spring and fall festivals featuring food vendors and music. A flourishing community is important to these locals, and their efforts have been getting noticed. United Way of Greater Charlotte, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting economic mobility in disinvested communities, is contributing to Lakeview's efforts to improve the overall quality of life. The Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance also has strong ties to the Faith Memorial Baptist Church, a neighborhood church that also participates in outreach through educational summits and workshops.
Lakewood has beautiful skyline steeples in Charlotte.
Lakewood in Charlotte has book and food boxes for residents.
Art can seen throughout Lakewood in Charlotte.
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Parks and greenways within reach
Lakeview residents can get fresh air at Lakewood Park, a small stretch of fenced-in green space with a newly refreshed basketball court. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and the adjoining Stewart Creek Greenway are also a short walk down the road for a long afternoon outdoors. The scenic pathway forms a section of The Carolina Thread Trail, a regional project linking communities with an extensive network of greenways.
Stewarts Creek Greenway is a great trail system that connects residents of Lakewood to Uptown.
Lakewood kids love the splash pad at Five Points Plaza in Charlotte.
Kids from Lakewood neighborhood play basketball at Eva B. Barber Neighborhood Park nearby.
Lakewood residents love the outdoor activities at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Charlotte.
Lakewood locals can enjoy a game of pickleball with friends at Martin Luther King Jr. Park.
Many Lakewood locals frequent the Stewart Creek Greenway trail nearby.
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Bus service and Interstate access
Rozzelles Ferry Road is a central Lakeview corridor funneling directly into Uptown, giving residents an express ticket to Center City in roughly three and a half miles. For trips across the metro area and beyond, Interstate 85 has an entrance right on the cusp of the neighborhood. Charlotte Area Transit buses run along Rozzelles Ferry Road, offering car-free trips to Uptown or John C. Smith University, where residents can hop on the Lynx Gold Line light rail.
The light rail station is one of many ways to travel in Lakewood.
Lakewood residents love to grocery shop at the nearby Harris Teeter in Charlotte.
Lakewood residents love the Lynx Blue Line for a quick commute in Charlotte.
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Quirky locales are popping up close by
Homegrown restaurants are sprouting up nearby in similarly up-and-coming neighborhoods like Enderly Park and Wesley Heights. “There’s a cute shopping plaza less than a mile away with bakeries, coffee shops, all kinds of stuff like that,” Hocker says. “The Batch House is a super cute bakery right off Tuckaseegee Road. There’s some breweries close to there, too, like Lucky Dog Bark and Brew.” The two-in-one dog park and bar is popular with locals and their fur babies and even serves pup-themed cocktails in signature “doggy bags.” Other nearby staples include Enderly Coffee Company, a community-minded café occupying a bright and airy hangout. For weekly grocery runs, residents are two miles from Aldi and Compare Foods Supermarket on Freedom Drive.
Toucan Louie's Cafe and Roastery is an easy commute in Lakewood.
Enderly Coffee Co. is a great stop on the way to Uptown for many Lakewood residents
The Station West in Lakewood is a great new amenity and destination in the area.
Lakewood locals frequent the popular Noble Smoke restaurant and bar at the Station West.
Lucky Dog Bark and Brew is a popular spot for Lakewood pet parent outtings.
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Parks in this Area
Enderly Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Lakewood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Solomons Park
Eva B. Barber Neighborhood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Martin Luther King Neighborhood Park
Transit
Airport
Charlotte/Douglas International
17 min drive
Bus
Rozzelles Ferry Rd & Dupree St
Bus
Rozzelles Ferry Rd & Oregon St
Bus
Rozzelles Ferry Rd & Halsey St
Bus
Rozzelles Ferry Rd & Norwood Dr
Bus
Rozzelles Ferry Rd & Lakewood Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakeview
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lakeview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeview, Charlotte sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeview, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $262,875, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$286,000
Median Sale Price
$262,875
Median Single Family Sale Price
$262,875
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
234
Median Year Built
1959
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,090
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,623
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
872
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,636
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,664
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
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®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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