Just 9 miles from Uptown Charlotte, Montclaire South is a tranquil and established community with many accessible conveniences. The neighborhood parallels South Boulevard in the east and merges with Interstate 77 in the west. A healthy mixture of commercial and residential areas tells a story of transition and growth in Montclaire South. "In the past, this area, specifically along South Blvd, was mostly light industrial, warehouses, etc., but over the last 10 to 20 years, there has been an explosion of housing developments," says librarian Robert Stoker, from the Carolina Room of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, who has lived in the area for 25 years. Stoker attributes the construction of I-77 and the introduction of the Blue Line light rail to the growth of this boomtown. Summers can get hot and humid, with temperatures rising to the low 90s.
A mix of split-level and two-story homes make up the residential streets of Montclaire South.
Welcome to the Montclaire South neighborhood, a quiet town in Charlotte, NC.
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Neighborhood has many commuting options
Montclaire South is located within 5 miles of SouthPark and 7 miles to the booming South End. Residents have an array of transit options, including the light rail at the Archdale and Tyvola stations or the Charlotte Area Transit system (CATS) bus routes that run along all the neighborhood's main thoroughfares. Interstate 77 borders the west side of the neighborhood. Charlotte Douglas International is an 8-mile drive via Billy Graham Parkway. Downtown Charlotte is a 9-mile drive taking South Boulevard. The nearest hospital is Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, a 7-mile drive on local streets.
CATs Bus offers to take residents throughout the Montclaire South neighborhood.
The Lynx Blue Line in Montclaire South is the quickest way for residents to travel to Uptown.
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International cuisine
Stores, restaurants, businesses and apartment buildings line South Boulevard, a retail hotspot for locals. For groceries, Food Lion is a 3-mile drive on local streets. Sleepy Poet Antique Mall, a 48,000-square-foot warehouse, has served the community for over 20 years and is stocked with home decor, vintage clothing and furniture. Dining options include Morazan Restaurant, which serves authentic Salvadoran, Honduran and Mexican fare and The Mad Greek for traditional Greek fare. Sumac Coffee is also popular on the boulevard.
The Morazán Restaurant in Montclaire South is where you can get authentic Mexican cuisine.
The Mad Greek lends to locals in the Montclaire South neighborhood.
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Park has 11 soccer fields
Ramblewood District Park covers an area of 102.2 acres and is suitable for walking and family activities, This expansive, heavily wooded green space features playgrounds, 11 soccer fields, a basketball court and a baseball court. Located on a wooded 17.5 acres, Archdale Park is a 2-mile drive on local roads and features a basketball court and play area. Dogs are permitted. Little Sugar Creek Greenway extends nearly 4 miles from Brandywine Road to 7th Street in Charlotte, connecting numerous attractions such as Freedom Park, Charlotte Nature Museum, Metropolitan shopping area and Central Piedmont Community College. The many segments of the greenway create a corridor for walking, biking and running. The Charlotte Symphony entertains thousands of locals every summer at the Summer Pop concert series at Symphony Park. Patrons can buy tickets in advance or at the gate.
Welcome to the Archdale Park in the Montclaire South neighborhood of Charlotte.
Children play soccer at Ramblewood Park in Charlotte, NC.
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Residential areas continue to grow
“Many of the homes date back to the '60s and '70s," Stoker says. Architecturally, the neighborhood comprises split levels and modest brick ranch-style homes, which range in price from $151,000 to $516,000. Average yard sizes are around 1/4 acre, large enough for a small garden. Most houses do not have garages and require driveway or street parking. Winding streets, densely lined with mature oak trees and vegetation, lack sidewalks. Newer townhomes, built between 2023 and 2024, have sprung up throughout the area and range in price from $400,000 to around $500,000.
Tudor style split-level homes are an additional home style in Montclaire South in Charlotte, NC.
Split-Level Homes with Large Manicured Yards in the Montclaire South Neighborhood of Charlotte.
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High school offers program from Cambridge
Montclaire South is zoned for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School district, and students can begin their education at Montclaire Elementary School, which received a C score from Niche. Alexander Graham Middle has a B-plus from Niche. South Mecklenburg High School, with an A-minus from Niche, offers the Cambridge Assessment International Education, the world's largest provider of international education programs. The syllabi are global in outlook, enabling students to be exposed to and interact with a variety of issues and perspectives.
The South Mecklenburg High School building in Charlotte, NC.
The Starmount Academy of Excellence serves students in grades PK and K-5.
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Join Crime Stoppers
Montclaire South received a 9 out of 10 on the CAP Index for overall crime, indicating a high chance of incidents. The Charlotte Crime Stoppers Program encourages community members to assist law enforcement in fighting crime, aiming to overcome fear and apathy - the two main obstacles to community involvement.
ThExchange Business Park in Montclaire South is a quick drive away from uptown Charlotte.
The large Archdale Marketplace Shopping Center is where many Montclaire South locals frequent.
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Parks in this Area
Collins Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Springfield Park
Archdale Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Madison Central Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Yorkmont Park
Ramblewood Park
Transit
Airport
Charlotte/Douglas International
16 min drive
Subway
Woodlawn
Subway
Tyvola
Subway
Archdale
Bus
Farmhurst Dr & The Landings Apts
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Woodlawn Rd & Chastain Ave
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Nations Ford Rd & Hilary Cir
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Tyvola Rd & 77 Center Dr
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Forest Point Blvd & Empl. Sec. Comm.
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Nations Ford Rd & Farmhurst Dr
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Archdale Dr & Lexington Green Apts
Montclaire South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Montclaire South, Charlotte sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Montclaire South, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $65,000, down 96% 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
10,963
Median Age
32
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,372
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,252
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.4%
Advanced Degrees
5%
% Population in Labor Force
79.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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