$371,031Average Value$208Average Price per Sq Ft31Homes For Sale
Why Moores Chapel is attracting homebuyers and homebuilders
Moores Chapel is shifting from its rural roots into a growing suburban neighborhood. The community, bounded to the west by the Catawba River, feels tucked away, but its highway access makes it appealing to commuters seeking a quiet atmosphere. With some of the last undeveloped land along the Queen City’s outskirts, Moores Chapel is a hotspot for development. New subdivisions are rising alongside established homes. Everyday needs are easily met with a wide range of shops, restaurants and services just a short drive away, and families enjoy being close to public magnet schools and the U.S. National Whitewater Center.
The Catawba River provides an easy escape bordering Moores Chapel.
Stop by with friends or family to enjoy a magical night at the Mount Holly Lantern Parade.
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A growing neighborhood mixing midcentury homes and new construction
While much of the Charlotte area is developed, Moores Chapel still has swaths of untouched land, giving it a more rural, secluded feel. Along two-lane country roads, buyers will find midcentury ranch-style homes on sprawling lots that back up to woods, as well as manufactured homes. There are also traditional subdivisions of townhouses, 21st-century transitional homes and Craftsman-inspired new construction. “This is an emerging area,” says Trevor Hall, a Realtor with Helen Adams Realty. “You have a lot of great neighborhoods here where you’re going to see a lot of value… The area will continue growing because Charlotte is running out of room.”
New construction homes make the Moores Chapel neighborhood desirable for prospective buyers.
Waterfront homes on Catawba River are in high demand within Moores Chapel.
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Moores Chapel home prices and how they compare to nearby neighborhoods
The median sale price in Moores Chapel is around $375,000, which is on par with that of the adjacent neighborhoods of Harbor House and Harwood Lane but below Charlotte ’s median. Detached single-family homes range from the mid-$200,000s to the lower $500,000s. Townhouses start in the upper $200,000s and can reach the lower $300,000s. Manufactured homes rarely hit the market.
Neighborhood schools receive mixed ratings
Public schools serving Moores Chapel include Whitewater Academy, Whitewater Middle School and West Mecklenburg High School, which range from average to highly rated. The middle school features an Environmental Sustainability magnet program. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools offers school choice through an annual application lottery. The highly rated Paw Creek Elementary School, which has a Computer Science program, and West Charlotte High School, which has an International Baccalaureate program, are two magnet schools within the neighborhood’s transportation zone.
Whitewater Academy serves younger students in Moores Chapel.
Whitewater Middle School has an Environmental Sustainability program.
West Mecklenburg High School is a fantastic school for older Moores Chapel students.
Paw Creek Elementary in nearby Coulwood Hills is known for its academic excellence.
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Highway access makes for easy commutes to Uptown
The neighborhood is about 13 miles from Uptown and has direct access to Interstates 85 and 485. “Moores Chapel is a great commuter location, right at the edge of Charlotte,” Hall says. The commute to Uptown can take between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is less than 6 miles away, a drive that typically takes about 10 minutes away. While driving is the preferred way to get around, CATS buses stop along Mount Holly Road.
Access to highways and various interstates make life easy and travel convenient in Moores Chapel.
The Charlotte Douglas Airport is around 15 minutes from the Moores Chapel area.
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A variety of retail and restaurant options within a 6-mile drive
There are plenty of shopping and dining options within 6 miles of Moores Chapel, including:
Grocery stores, such as Food Lion and Harris Teeter
Pharmacies, including CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens
National retailers, like Walmart Supercenter and Lowe’s Home Improvement
Local restaurants, such as Nana Morrison’s Soul Food and Rai Lay Asian Bistro
Additionally, the Charlotte Premium Outlets, featuring about 100 name-brand outlet stores, is less than 10 miles away.
Moores Chapel locals can enjoy great meals in local restaurants all around the area.
Firehawk Brewpub and other small businesses offer great gathering spots in the neighborhood.
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Outdoor adventures at the U.S. National Whitewater Center and beyond
Moores Chapel is home to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, a nonprofit that has been getting the community outdoors for over 20 years. Crowds pour in during the summer months to explore the 1,300-acre nature center’s array of outdoor adventures, including rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking and rafting. There are also concerts and festivals held there throughout the year. Other recreational activities nearby include boating and fishing along the Catawba River, hiking in the Iswa Nature Preserve and romping around the playground at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park. There’s also the private Pine Island Country Club, which features an 18-hole golf course.
Kayaking is a popular recreation option on the Catawba River in Moores Chapel.
Pine Island Country Club has a gorgeous golf course that draws many players to Moores Chapel.
Spectators cheer and laugh as they watch the chaos unfold on the water at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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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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Moores Chapel Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Moores Chapel, Charlotte sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Moores Chapel, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $365,950, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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