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Olde Providence, established suburb with style
Once southern Charlotte farmland, Olde Providence is now a well-established suburb with style. A decade of continuous growth in the Queen City has strengthened its connectivity to its outer regions, stretching into neighborhoods previously considered off the radar. Olde Providence is one such locale, as it’s hung onto its spacious yards and tree canopies while gradually gaining access to amenity-rich destinations.
Some of the most impressive homes and neighborhoods in Charlotte are located in Olde Providence.
Many homes in the Olde Providence neighborhood have large front yards.
Olde Providence is a lush neighborhood just South of Uptown Charlotte.
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Home variety and a hot market
A variety of architectural styles live among Olde Providence’s sophisticated streetscapes. Sleek ranch homes meet stately Colonials and Dutch cottages on the neighborhood’s rolling hills. Recent developments have introduced elaborate new French Provincial-inspired homes and millennium mansions to the area. Olde Providence is becoming more desirable and continuously growing in population and price point. Local Realtor Jessica Smith with Keller Williams South Park says, “The neighborhood is skyrocketing because people are making homes more functional for growing households.” Residents are reinvigorating these solidly built midcentury structures with modernized floor plans and updated finishes. Home values can range from $460,000 and $800,000, although larger and newer properties can list for over $2 million. Also, when homes get listed, they rarely stay on the market for long.
Large modern traditional-style homes are easy to find in the Olde Providence neighborhood.
Large luxury homes can be found in the exclusive neighborhoods of Olde Providence.
The homes of Olde Providence are surrounded by natural beauty and old growth trees.
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Saturday morning little league and summer pool days
Carmel Road Park is the closest green space to Olde Providence at 3 1/2 miles away. This small community park offers a rentable pavilion, sports courts and a baseball field. It also features a well-kept playground shaded through mid-morning by a nearby wooded area. Dogs are welcome at the park as long as they remain outside of the playground area. Olde Providence Park is 4 miles away and offers similar but expanded amenities. Adjacent to Olde Providence Elementary, the park features various sports fields, from football to baseball, and three playgrounds. One playground is handicap accessible, while the other two have been remodeled in the past two years. Typically, there is plenty of parking at the park, except for on days when school events or Saturday morning little league practices and games occur. The park also has shady wooded trails for people to walk and jog. Residents also like to partake in nearby swimming and tennis recreation. Windyrush Country Club, just 3 miles away, is a local mainstay especially popular during Charlotte’s mild summer season. Members can access the club’s large Z-shaped pool and high-quality tennis facilities for casual fun or join one of its many swim and tennis teams. Five miles south, the private Cedarwood Country Club offers similar amenities alongside an almost 7,000-yard traditional golf course.
Olde Providence locals can enjoy time outside at the many parks and green spaces.
Carmel Road Park has beautiful natural surroundings and great amenities in Olde Providence.
James Boyce Park nearby is popular with families of Olde Providence.
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Parents choose top schools, both public and private
Young students can attend Lansdowne Elementary School, which has a B-minus on Niche and is in the adjacent neighborhood. Older students can move on to Carmel Middle School, which has a B-plus on Niche and was recertified as a national “School to Watch” in 2022. High schoolers can attend Providence High School, which scores an A rating on Niche and is ranked the fifth-best public high school in Mecklenburg County. Private schooling is also popular within Olde Providence, with Charlotte Country Day School Day School being a top choice. This private school instructs kindergarten through 12th grade students and earns an A-plus from Niche.
Charlotte Christian School has an impressive 11:1 student to teacher ratio in Olde Providence.
Olde Providence's Carmel Middle School receives a "B+" from niche.com.
Providence High School receives an "A" rating from niche.com and serves over 2,000 students.
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Getting around Olde Providence
North Carolina State Route 16, or Providence Road, borders Olde Providence to the east and is the area’s main thoroughfare. Many Charlotte Area Transit System bus stops line 16, making public transportation accessible to commuters. Taking 16 by car or bus leads locals directly to Uptown Charlotte, about 10 miles northwest. For more extensive travel, Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 13 miles away.
Olde Providence is only a short drive from Downtown Charlotte.
Locals of Olde Providence have easy access to public transit and other travel options.
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Retail therapy and fusion food at SouthPark mall
Strawberry Hill houses Olde Providence’s closest shopping center 2 1/2 miles away. Residents can pick up groceries at The Fresh Market or stop in for a bite to eat at one of the center’s many restaurants. However, most locals take a 3-mile drive east to the booming SouthPark shopping mall, the largest shopping center in southern Charlotte. Visitors can shop at the mall’s 150 stores and then restore their energy at one of the mall’s nearby restaurants. The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar is a highly rated, modern-looking restaurant serving gourmet burgers alongside fusion sushi roll combos. For a more upscale dining experience, locals head to Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen, which offers a tailored menu of Southern food with international influences made from local ingredients. Across the street, Legion Brewing South Park transports its customers; its curved interior made from local reclaimed wood feels reminiscent of an actual beer barrel. Friends can choose to enjoy a beer inside the belly of the barrel or relax on the outdoor patio.
Olde Providence is only a short drive from SouthPark Mall.
Olde Providence residence can stop into the stunning Legion Brewing for great entertainment.
The SouthPark Mall has a small specialty shop and dining area hidden just across the street.
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Crime and Safety
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Olde Providence
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Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Olde Providence Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Olde Providence, Charlotte sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Olde Providence, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $960,000, up 24% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,737
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,743
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$163,591
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
68.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
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®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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