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Shamrock

Shamrock

$480,807 Average Value
$348 Average Price per Sq Ft
23 Homes For Sale

Shamrock blends suburban living near Uptown and NoDa

The Shamrock neighborhood is a suburban enclave offering buyers a broad selection of single-family homes near Uptown Charlotte. It also borders the dining and entertainment areas of North Charlotte, known locally as NoDa, which is for North Davidson Street. The tree-lined streets are filled with older homes as well as renovated properties and new builds. The community is also home to Garinger High School and several shopping centers for everyday essentials.

Shamrock in Charlotte has tree shaded streets.
Shamrock in Charlotte has tree shaded streets.
Trendy murals can be found all around the neighborhood of Shamrock.
Trendy murals can be found all around the neighborhood of Shamrock.
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Upgraded single-family homes at a lower cost than surrounding areas

Single-family home styles include cottages, ranches, bungalows, split-levels and New Traditionals. Townhomes and condos are also present. “[Shamrock] has been through a lot of positive changes over the last five years with the help of developers and investors that have spent many millions of dollars improving the area and lifting the value of real estate in the neighborhood,” says Robin Woods, a Realtor and broker with Helen Adams Realty, who has been selling in Charlotte since 2012.

“The thing that’s good about Shamrock [is] you kind of get that Plaza Midwood, NoDa and Villa Heights [feel] without the price tag that comes along with those neighborhoods,” says Andy Griesinger, a Realtor with eXp Realty LLC Ballantyne, who sells in the locale. Griesinger says that Shamrock has a mix of older homes that have been updated, while developers have been constructing new properties that have been pushing prices upward. Costs generally range from below $250,000 to $650,000. However, newer builds and some renovated properties can range between $700,000 and $1.1 million.

Griesinger says that the community does not have any homeowners’ associations. Homes are typically on winding streets with smaller-than-average lots and large oak trees accenting lawns. Sidewalks are also common.

The Shamrock neighborhood has seen tremendous growth and has brought new homes to the area.
The Shamrock neighborhood has seen tremendous growth and has brought new homes to the area.
Shamrock has seen the older brick ranch homes being updated in fantastic style in the area.
Shamrock has seen the older brick ranch homes being updated in fantastic style in the area.
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Students are close to two public schools

Public school students can attend the highly rated Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The district does allow for school choice via a lottery system. The highly rated Shamrock Gardens Elementary is adjacent to the neighborhood, while Garinger High is within its boundaries on Eastway Drive.

Shamrock Gardens Elementary welcomes young learners of the Shamrock neighborhood.
Shamrock Gardens Elementary welcomes young learners of the Shamrock neighborhood.
Garinger High School ranks among the best schools around for Shamrock students.
Garinger High School ranks among the best schools around for Shamrock students.
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Shamrock locals can stop by the always popular and delicious Lang Van for lunch or dinner.
Shamrock locals can stop by the always popular and delicious Lang Van for lunch or dinner.

Dining and shopping venues are on The Plaza or Eastway Drive

Multiple locally owned restaurants are along Eastway Drive and The Plaza. Options include:

  • Rinconcito Chilago Taqueria for Mexican dishes.
  • Enat Ethiopian Restaurant has East African fare
  • Chin Garden serves Chinese dishes
  • Lang Van offers authentic Vietnamese food
More options are in NoDa along Davidson Street and 36th Street.

Food Lion has a location at the intersection of The Plaza and Matheson Avenue. Giant Penny Grocery is located on The Plaza. Asian Market is on the corner of The Plaza and Eastway Drive.

Parks and entertainment are outside of the community

The nearby Eastway Regional Recreation Center has a fitness center, basketball court and a pool. The Bojangles Coliseum is 4 miles away and hosts a variety of concerts and other events. Nearby recreational spots include:

  • Shamrock Park’s tennis courts and native plant garden
  • Midwood Park’s baseball diamonds and playground
  • Eastway Park’s disc golf course and soccer field

Shamrock has wide tree shaded streets that are safe and popular with bikers and pedestrians.
Shamrock has wide tree shaded streets that are safe and popular with bikers and pedestrians.
The furry residents of Shamrock enjoy the quiet neighborhood with their parents.
The furry residents of Shamrock enjoy the quiet neighborhood with their parents.
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Multiple bus routes stop here, while Uptown and health care are close

Multiple Charlotte Area Transit System bus lines serve Shamrock. Lynx light rail stations are nearby on 36th Street and Sugar Creek Road. The Plaza turns into Parkwood Avenue and connects to Interstate 277. Uptown Charlotte is around 5 miles away. That is the thing that people like about it, it’s very easy to get around the city from here,” says Griesinger.

An urgent care clinic is located on Eastway Drive, while Atrium Health Mercy is about 5 miles south.

Shamrock locals enjoy quick and easy travel to Uptown Charlotte only a few miles away.
Shamrock locals enjoy quick and easy travel to Uptown Charlotte only a few miles away.
Residents of Shamrock enjoy the quiet and safe streets and sidewalks.
Residents of Shamrock enjoy the quiet and safe streets and sidewalks.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

24 min drive

Bus

Shamrock Dr & Springway Dr

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Anderson St & Eastwood Dr

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The Plaza & Sugar Creek Rd

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Shamrock Dr & Palm Ave

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Eastway Dr & Sugar Creek Rd

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Anderson St & Tappan Pl

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Shamrock Dr & Elkwood Cir

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Shamrock US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,101
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
4.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,371
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,147
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
878
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
512
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
20
Median Rent
$1,799
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,625
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,300
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,195
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,673
Median Condo Rent
$1,698
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,495

Demographics

Total Population
3,317
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,126
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$88,116

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.8%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
37.4%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Shamrock
Nitin Aggarwal
Nitro Realty Group LLC
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