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Convenience to Uptown draws in lifelong residents
Oaklawn, also known as Oaklawn Park, is a rapidly evolving suburb among the many transitioning neighborhoods off Beatties Ford Road, a central connecting corridor between Charlotte’s historically African American communities. “It’s a pretty popular area because of the proximity to Uptown. You’re also close to Camp North End, which is very, very cool. It’s definitely one of the hotspots,” says Briley Burris, a broker with Briley Burris Realty. She adds that this area is unique for its history — Oaklawn is considered one of the city’s best-preserved neighborhoods from the post-World War II era, known for its scenic cemetery and grand mausoleum. In 2020, residents petitioned the city to designate Oaklawn as a historic district to protect the area from gentrification, which threatened to push out lifelong residents with pricy new constructions. Although new homes are still popping up here and there, the rate of development in Oaklawn has slowed, ensuring that the neighborhood remains true to its roots.
Oaklawn is just a couple of miles from all Uptown Charlotte brings to the table.
Oaklawn, also known as Oaklawn Park, was recently designated as a historic district.
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Mid-20th-century homes with modern updates
Midcentury character defines Oaklawn’s residential streets. Ranch-style homes, bungalows and the occasional Tudor Revival cottage line the maple-shaded sidewalks. A handful of new and renovated properties put a modern spin on classic home styles such as Craftsman and American Foursquare. Although this area is almost entirely made up of single-family homes, about half of residents rent. The median sale price hovers around $270,000, though petite houses with less than 1,000 square feet can sell beneath the $200,000 mark. On the other end, a renovated four-bedroom home can list above $500,000 in this transitional area.
Large renovated homes are popular in the Oaklawn neighborhood.
Ranch style homes are among the most common in Oaklawn.
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A historic cemetery surrounds the neighborhood park
Many of Oaklawn's common areas are outdoors. "It's a family-friendly neighborhood where you're going to socialize with your neighbors," says Katrina Williams, Realtor at Coldwell Banker Realty. Groups gather for cookouts and playdates at Waddell Park, a large spread of greenspace and ball fields behind a picket fence. The park curves around Oaklawn Cemetery, a historic cemetery with a stately mausoleum dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. The burying ground is shaded by rows of old-growth trees, lending the surrounding neighborhood streets a quiet, reverent feel. Along Mulberry Avenue is a mural installed by local artist Nico Amortegui that depicts a West African Sankofa bird in front of the cemetery’s iconic mausoleum. Designed with residents' input, the symbols of nature and history in the mural reflect what locals love about their community.
You can explore the historical head stones at the Oaklawn Cemetery.
The Oaklawn Cemetery has large trees that give walkers a break from the Sun.
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Dining and attractions close to home
Longtime local restaurants line Beatties Ford Road. Original Chicken and Ribs has been famous for its Fat Boy burger since 1952, while Zizi’s Vegan Kitchen is the go-to for plant-based takes on familiar favorites such as Philly cheesesteak. To the south, Mama Gee’s is known for its hefty trays of authentic Ghanaian fare. About a mile north, locals swing by Archive CLT for a coffee to fuel up before checking off grocery list items at Food Lion. With Uptown just a stone’s throw away, there are also plenty of nearby attractions for late-night or weekend fun. AvidXchange Music Factory is right across the highway and encompasses venues for big-name artists in addition to a bustling nightclub, beer garden and comedy club. Camp North End, a former military depot turned hub for creative small businesses, is also just 1.5 miles away.
The Music Factory is a great place to see live events just minutes from Oaklawn.
Around the corner Oaklawn residents will never get bored with all Camp North End has to offer.
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A local school centers language learning
Bruns Avenue Elementary and Ranson Middle both score a C from Niche and are part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. West Charlotte High, locally called “DubC,” earns a C-minus. Some neighborhood families send their kids to Oaklawn Language Academy from kindergarten through the eighth grade. The school’s magnet language immersion program splits learning time between English and Spanish to ensure student literacy in both languages.
West Charlotte High School Entrance
Ranson Middle School serves the youth of Oaklawn with top scores.
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Well-connected to Uptown
Nestled into the curve where Interstates 77 and 277 meet, Oaklawn is a quick 2.5-mile drive from Uptown, with a direct route into Center City from Beatties Ford Road. "The proximity to major highways and Uptown is a major draw here," Williams adds. Charlotte Area Transit System buses run along Beatties Ford Road, and a planned extension of the LYNX Gold Line light rail is set to connect the corridor directly to Uptown. Currently, the nearest stop is a mile south at Johnson C. Smith University for car-free trips into the city.
The Oaklawn neighborhood sits in between Interstate 77 and 277.
Oaklawn residents have easy access to the CATS bus system along Beatties Ford Road.
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Crime
Oaklawn currently holds a CAP Index crime score of 8 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4.
Beatties Ford Road is a major thoroughfare in Oaklawn connecting locals to Uptown Charlotte.
The Music Factory is a magical music venue just outside of Charlotte and in Oaklawn's backyard.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oaklawn
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oaklawn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oaklawn, Charlotte sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Oaklawn, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $309,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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