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Historic homes near vibrant bars, restaurants and shops
If there are three words that describe Plaza Midwood, they’re historic, happening and homey. Plaza Midwood is where established American Craftsman homes, lauded local restaurants and artisanal boutiques mingle. It’s where residents spend evenings at their favorite dive bars listening to live music and catching up with friends or enjoying block parties closer to home. “It’s probably one of the most recognizable neighborhoods in Charlotte, whether by its name or the names of its streets, like Central Avenue or The Plaza,” says Andy Dameron, a Realtor with Keller Williams and 7 years of experience in the business. And even if buyers aren’t yet familiar with the community, according to 20-year Realtor with Savvy + Co and long-time resident Jeffrey King, Plaza Midwood will be quick to steal their hearts. King: “I’ve never helped anyone move into Plaza Midwood who, if they didn’t know it already, didn’t fall in love with it once they came.”
Residents love living in Modern Tudor style homes in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood.
Many of the homes in Plaza Midwood have large front porches.
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Shopping and dining options adorn Central Avenue
Supperland is one of King’s personal favorite restaurants, operating out of an old church building. “All the food is cooked over a wood fire down at the end of the kitchen that’s visible to everyone,” he says. Dameron similarly gushes about the establishment. “It’s one of the hottest places in town. They’ve won every award you can win in the city, and for forever, you couldn’t even get a reservation there,” he says. Thirsty Beaver is another neighborhood icon, a small dive bar surrounded by a horseshoe of apartment buildings. Locals can enjoy live music on select nights, and the bar has even attracted celebrity patrons like Mick Jagger. For St. Patrick’s Day, The Workman’s Friend is a great spot to share drinks with friends, ranked the 12th best Irish pub in the country by Yelp in 2023. For groceries, residents can stop by Harris Teeter or visit The Common Market, a hip convenience store with a deli, bar and craft beers. Plaza Midwood also offers a ton of local boutiques like Boris & Natasha, a clothing store with eclectic choices, and Cltch, an artisanal gift shop.
Workman's Friend is a great place to hang out for great food and drink in Plaza Midwood.
Come hang out on the patio at Moo & Brew for burgers and a beer while in Plaza Midwood.
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Houses, both historic and reimagined
“Plaza Midwood’s got one of our few historic districts in Charlotte,” Dameron says. “A lot of the homes are 100 years old. That’s unique for Charlotte, since we’re a much newer city. But if homes are in the historic district on the southwest corner of the neighborhood, they’re protected from ever being torn down.” Most historic homes are American Craftsman bungalows, though a few follow Victorian and American Small House designs. Outside of the historic district, homebuyers will find bungalows, Colonial Revival homes and brick Tudor Revival cottages. 21st century builds still take cues from the historic district, following New American Craftsman and New Traditional designs. Prices start around $650,000 and taper off after $1.1 million. Newly constructed townhouses are also on the market, with prices ranging from $550,000 to $1.5 million, depending on square footage. Condos under 1,000 square feet sell for around $300,000.
There are many Bungalow homes in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood of Charlotte.
Locals love the updated Ranch homes in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood of Charlotte.
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Green spaces
Veterans Park is just south of Central Avenue, featuring a playground and a splash pad for kids to stomp around during the dog days of summer. Kids aren’t the only ones getting exercise in thanks to the park’s fitness court, an open-air gym with push-up bars and other equipment designed to give residents full-body workouts. The expansive Charlotte Country Club is on the east side of the neighborhood, serving as a locale for special events, including weddings, or weekend activities, such as playing a round of golf. For athletes, the country club offers pickleball courts, tennis courts, a diving pool and more.
Residents enjoy growing their own veggies at the Plaza Midwood neighborhood garden.
Enjoy at nice walk at the Briar Creek Greenway Trail in Plaza Midwood.
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Community events
Midwood Maynia is the neighborhood’s spring celebration, with a parade leading to Midwood Park for live music, food trucks, drinks and fun. But King notes that subdivisions are always organizing events throughout the year or just doing their part to make the neighborhood safe and welcoming for all. “They’ll close off certain streets during Halloween so children can trick-or-treat,” he says. “There are so many kids out, it looks like something out of a movie.”
Locals love to spend the evening with great food and drink at Supperland in Plaza Midwood.
Neighbors play with the children at Midwood Park in Plaza Midwood.
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Students can start at Shamrock Gardens Elementary, which receives a B rating from Niche. Eastway Middle and Garinger High earn overall C ratings from Niche. Garinger High also receives an A from Niche in diversity and offers career pathways such as biomedicine, digital marketing, financial planning and software development.
The younger children of Plaza Midwood can go to Shamrock Gardens Elementary.
Garinger High School is a public school in Charlotte.
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Public transit in Plaza Midwood
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) bus routes 4, 9, 17 and 39 run by Plaza Midwood’s periphery. The Sunnyside Avenue station of the CityLynx Gold Line streetcar is to the southwest of the neighborhood, within 2 miles of most residences. Thanks to sidewalks, residents can easily walk down Central Avenue. For most residents, US Route 74, a major east-west highway, is a 5-minute drive south. However, the nearby stretch of this road, dubbed Independence Boulevard, is notoriously congested with frequent accidents. Interstate 277, the loop that encircles Charlotte's urban center, is also only a few minutes away by car. This road allows for convenient access to I-77, the major north-south highway in town.
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Parks in this Area
Progress Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Little People's Park
Playground
Cordelia Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Grills
Shamrock Park
Veterans Park
Midwood Park
Kilborne Park
Transit
Airport
Charlotte/Douglas International
21 min drive
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Central Ave & Clement Ave
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Central Ave & Masonic Dr
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The Plaza & Holt St
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Central Ave & Tippah Park Ct
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Central Ave & Club Rd
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Parkwood Ave & Barry St
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Central Ave & Nandina St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.76 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
5/30/2024Niche Review
Wonderful, family-friendly neighborhood with amazing food and shops. You can walk everywhere with no safety concerns.
4.0Current Resident
1/10/2017Niche Review
Having grown up in and around the Charlotte area, Plaza Midwood is the only neighborhood where I have felt the warmth of a community. In the midst of a large whirling city of chaos this small neighborhood wreaks of unity and passion. From working in a local dive bar to shopping at my local grocery store; the members of this community have endless passion for their neighbors and neighborhood itself. I have never felt more at home.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Plaza Midwood
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Plaza Midwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Plaza Midwood, Charlotte sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Plaza Midwood, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Modern interiors designed for everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. The expansive great room combines a chef’s kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a beverage center, flowing into a spacious dining area and inviting great room.The primary suite is conveniently located on the main level, while upstairs, you'll find a large media room, along with
Here’s your chance to live in highly sought-after Plaza Midwood. Located in the heart of the neighborhood, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath home with a 2-car garage offers incredible value under $800K! The bright, open interior and inviting vibe make it a seamless blend of style, comfort, and livability. Step outside into your private retreat for effortless outdoor living on this brand new deck addition.
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Plaza Midwood doesn’t pride itself on polish. No, you come here to thumb through vinyl and to drink a beer or three on a patio. You ponder tattoos over pizza and vintage furniture over cornhole. You don’t mind getting your shoes dirty hightailing it from Central to Pecan. And you especially like the convenience of Charlotte's newest hotspots, like Resident Culture Brewery, being steps from your
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,735
Median Age
37
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,563
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,038
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
College Graduates
74.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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