Second Ward
Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina
Mecklenburg County 28202, 28204
High-rise units can cost in the millions
Housing in Charlotte's Second Ward is almost entirely made up of condos and apartments, with nearly 80% of the residents renting their homes. Condo units may start in the mid-$300,000s for a 1-bedroom, while larger luxury units in high rises with updated furnishings can range up to $3 million. "As far as jobs, the area is more professional. You have some high-rise condos, but you'd have to drive outside the main city area for houses," Accor says.Marshall Park, The Green and the Charlotte Rail Trail
Marshall Park offers an escape during the workday, with paths, a duck pond and skyline views. "People like to go and walk around Marshall Park across from the aquatic center. There's a lot of corporate jobs around here, so people will meet at the park to eat on their lunch break," Accor says. Locals also take their midday strolls at The Green, a book-themed park with literary-themed references on its sculptures, benches and signs. From Second Ward, residents can also enter the Charlotte Rail Trail, part of an 11-mile paved multi-use pedestrian trail through the city. The rail trail has artwork, shops and restaurants where visitors can stop along the way. For more recreation, the Mecklenburg Aquatic Center has an Olympic-size lap pool, heated pool, outdoor pools and more open to the public.Students attend Charlotte-Mecklenburg public schools
Students living in Second Ward may attend First Ward Creative Arts Academy, a magnet school that earned a C-plus grade from Niche. The school teaches an arts-focused curriculum that incorporates learning through visual arts, theater, music and dance across subjects. Students may progress to B-minus-rated Sedgefield Middle School and A-rated Myers Park High School.Major sports stadiums and event venues
Second Ward gathers to tailgate during Carolina Panthers games at the Bank of America Stadium and come in droves to celebrate events during Black History Month in February and Pride Month in June. "People gather, share food and celebrate together," says Alicia Accor, employee at Mecklenburg Aquatic Center in the neighborhood. "When there's a party, somehow, someway, everyone knows about it." Residents also enjoy shows and NBA games at the Spectrum Center, events at the Charlotte Convention Center, and exhibitions at the Nascar Hall of Fame. The neighborhood has several more museums as well, including the Museum of Illusions and the Mint Art Museum.Getting around Second Ward on foot and train
Some of Charlotte's largest employers, including Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Duke Energy, are within or just outside Second Ward, offering walkability for professionals living in the neighborhood. Second Ward also has access to Charlotte's light rail system, which transports residents and visitors throughout uptown and downtown Charlotte. Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center is just over 1 mile from the neighborhood, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 7 miles west.Dining in Second Ward and South End
Second Ward also has dining and shopping within walking distance, with Latta Arcade and Brevard Court serving a variety of options in its historic art-deco building. The city center has more nightlife options, with bars like Rí Rá Irish Pub and Tilt on Trade serving drinks in their casual venues. Locals also enjoy eateries and breweries on Charlotte's South End, with options ranging from casual bowls at Silverlake Ramen to upscale dining at Barcelona Wine Bar. For groceries, locals can hit Whole Foods on Brooklyn Village Avenue or visit the Uptown Farmers Market on Saturday mornings for locally-grown produce.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Liz Young
RE/MAX Executive
(980) 217-4377
184 Total Sales
1 in Second Ward
$910,000 Price
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Scott Russo
The McDevitt Agency
(844) 834-8863
83 Total Sales
5 in Second Ward
$590K - $1.1M Price Range
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Steve Mueller
EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
(980) 580-8208
159 Total Sales
1 in Second Ward
$590,000 Price
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Gabi Culpepper
Responds QuicklyDickens Mitchener & Associates Inc
(980) 326-2545
93 Total Sales
1 in Second Ward
$910,000 Price
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Jake Meinberg
Costello Real Estate and Investments LLC
(980) 385-4790
200 Total Sales
1 in Second Ward
$510,000 Price
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Heather Gibbs
Responds QuicklyCorcoran HM Properties
(980) 890-4452
186 Total Sales
1 in Second Ward
$950,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Second Ward | US |
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Homicide | 4 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 6 | 4 |
Burglary | 7 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
Larceny | 8 | 4 |
Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Second Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Second Ward, Charlotte sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Second Ward, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $682,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This Neighborhood Has More Renters
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Very Walkable
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Excellent Transit
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