$261,051Average Value$240Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Up-and-coming Charlotte neighborhood minutes from Uptown
Lakeview, formerly known as Lakewood, is a small neighborhood a few miles northwest of Uptown that’s in transition. Buyers looking here are often eyeing new construction or recently renovated homes from the early 20th century. Comparatively lower home prices add to the appeal. With highways close by and the Center City just minutes away, the neighborhood is a convenient spot for commuters and Uptown professionals. Local restaurants and familiar retailers are a short drive away, and a variety of public magnet schools are nearby.
A view of the Uptown skyline from Lakeview.
Lakeview is just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
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Lakeview, formerly known as Lakewood, is a small neighborhood a few mi
Along the wide streets in Lakeview, you’ll mostly find a mix of 1920s bungalows and 1960s ranch-style homes painted in pastel shades, with a few cottages, Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals peppered in. Properties hitting the market are often recently renovated. There’s also a growing number of brand-new builds. “A lot of new development is going on in the area,” says Leslie Dale, a Realtor with Keller Williams Connected, who describes the community as up-and-coming. “We built four houses there. They were sold as investment properties…They were nice: three- and four-bedroom, wonderful kitchens with custom cabinets. The islands are 10 to 12 feet long.”
Many of Lakeview's streets are lined with well maintained bungalows.
There are a variety of architectural styles on each block.
You'll find a few Colonial Revivals sprinkled around the neighborhood.
There are many brick ranch-style homes here.
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Single-family homes priced below Charlotte’s median
The median sale price here is around $260,000, significantly below Charlotte ’s median. Home prices start at the lower $200,000s and can reach the upper $300,000s. You’ll find similar home prices nearby in Westerly Hills, lower prices in Thomasboro-Hoskins and higher prices in neighboring Enderly Park.
Here, you’re close to Uptown, major interstates and the airport
Whether you’re looking to drive, bike or ride a CATS bus into Uptown, you’ll end up on Rozzelles Ferry Road, a corridor that funnels commuters directly into the Center City, less than 4 miles away. The drive can take under 10 minutes, but you’ll have to contend with rush hour traffic in the morning and evenings. Interstates 85, 77 and 277 are just minutes away to reach destinations around the city, such as Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is around 6 miles away. The airport is conveniently close for catching flights, but according to the National Transportation Noise Map, you may hear plane noise from the neighborhood.
The closest light rail station is a few miles away.
Harris Teeter is a few miles away in Uptown.
The LYNX Gold Line stops a few miles away at Johnson C. Smith University.
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Neighborhood and choice schools offer interest-based magnet programs
Neighborhood public schools include Thomasboro Academy in Thomasboro-Hoskins, which serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, and West Charlotte High School in University Park, which offers an International Baccalaureate program. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students can also apply to a magnet program of their choice through the district’s annual application lottery. There are many options within 2 miles of the neighborhood, including:
University Park Creative Arts Elementary School, which offers in-depth courses in the arts
Bruns Avenue Elementary School, which features an Environmental Sustainability program
Oaklawn Language Academy, which offers Spanish and English dual language immersion
Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, which offers STEM-focused pathways
Wilson STEM Academy prepares 6-8 grade Lakeview students for high school.
The Thomasboro Academy serves students K-8th grade.
West Charlotte High School is one of several local high schools near Lakeview.
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Local restaurants, grocery stores and green spaces close to home
Lakeview is mostly industry and housing, but you’ll find restaurants and shops in nearby neighborhoods such as Seversville, Wesley Heights and Ashley Park. “There’s a cute shopping plaza less than a mile away with bakeries, coffee shops, all kinds of stuff like that,” says Katie Hocker, a Realtor with Lake Norman Realty. “The Batch House is a super cute bakery right off Tuckaseegee Road. There are some breweries close to there, too, like Lucky Dog Bark and Brew.” Other local staples include:
Enderly Coffee Company, which is a community-minded café
Noble Smoke, which is a popular barbecue joint.
Azul Tacos and Beer, which is a favorite for street-style Mexican fare
Aldi and Compare Foods Supermarket are about 2 miles away to stock up on groceries. When you’re looking to spend time outside, you can shoot hoops and play baseball at Lakewood Park and bike along the Stewart Creek Greenway.
Toucan Louie's Cafe and Roastery is a nearby favorite.
Enderly Coffee Co. is a great stop on the way to Uptown.
The Station West is a newer destination for shopping and dining.
Lakeview locals frequent the popular Noble Smoke restaurant and bar at Station West.
Lucky Dog Bark and Brew is a popular spot for pet parent outtings.
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An engaged community with an active neighborhood group
In Lakeview, you’ll find a passionate community supported by the Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance. The organization, dedicated to helping residents thrive, provides resources and education through a variety of programming, including group fitness classes and college- and career-readiness programs, as well as seasonal events such as the annual Lakeview Reunion/Community Day. The LNA also has strong ties to Faith Memorial Baptist Church, a neighborhood church that also participates in outreach through educational summits and workshops.
The local faith community is deeply intertwined with Lakeview.
Residents support their neighbors through resources like little free libraries and food pantries.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakeview
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lakeview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeview, Charlotte sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeview, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $262,875, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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