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Starmount

Starmount

$514,053 Average Value
$267 Average Price per Sq Ft
37 Homes For Sale
Home lots in Starmount can reach up to half an acre.
Home lots in Starmount can reach up to half an acre.

Starmount offers midcentury charm and South Charlotte perks

Starmount is a South Charlotte neighborhood known for its midcentury homes on spacious lots. It offers lower home prices than other communities in this area while still providing the same perks. Residents are just minutes from SouthPark and the Lower South End for shopping, dining and entertainment. Plus, you can have a car-free commute to Uptown with light rail access, bus stops and the Little Sugar Creek Greenway. Highly rated public schools and magnet options, as well as nearby parks and sports clubs, add to Starmount’s suburban yet close-in appeal.

Renovated midcentury styles on roomy lots and newer transitionals

Starmount’s single-family homes. primarily ranch-style and split-level homes from the 1950s and 1960s, line wide, gently curving streets with and without sidewalks. “A lot of people are coming in to live in and renovate them or flip them,” says Alexa Jordan, a Realtor with eXp Realty Mooresville. She adds that while these homes are often under 2,500 square feet, they sit on larger lots that can range in size to up to half an acre. There are also transitional designs from the 2010s that offer more living space but with smaller yards. If you’re looking for a townhouse or condo, there’s the gated Park South Station community, which features two-, three- and four-bedroom units, as well as a community pool, clubhouse, dog park and playground.

Midcentury ranch-style homes are common throughout Starmount.
Midcentury ranch-style homes are common throughout Starmount.
Transitional townhomes offer newer housing options in Starmount.
Transitional townhomes offer newer housing options in Starmount.
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Lower home prices than other SouthPark area neighborhoods

The neighborhood’s median sale price is around $470,000, slightly above Charlotte ’s median. “This is definitely a growing area. You’re just outside of the [Center] City. So, you have better square footage for the price,” says Jordan, who considers Starmount a hidden gem. “If you can find the right home and get it at a great price, you’ll have that opportunity for appreciation.” Here’s how home prices break down by type:

  • Detached homes start in the lower $300,000s and can reach the lower $700,000s.
  • Townhouses range from the mid-$300,000s to the upper $500,000s.
  • Condos rarely go on the market, with just one unit sold in recent years in the upper $300,000s.
Home prices tend to be much higher in neighborhoods closer to SouthPark Mall, such as Quail Hollow, Beverly Woods and Madison Park. Aside from the Park South Station subdivision, there’s no homeowners association in Starmount, which is a draw for many buyers, according to Jordan.

Students can attend highly rated neighborhood and magnet schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is highly rated and offers students the option to attend their neighborhood schools or apply to a magnet school of their choice during its annual Program Choice Lottery. Starmount Academy of Excellence, Carmel Middle School and South Mecklenburg High School, the latter two of which are highly rated, serve many of the families in Starmount. Collinswood Language Academy in neighboring Closeburn-Glenkirk is a nearby magnet option.

Starmount Academy of Excellence serves elementary students.
Starmount Academy of Excellence serves elementary students.
Carmel Middle School serves families in the Starmount area.
Carmel Middle School serves families in the Starmount area.
South Mecklenburg High School is a highly rated school near Starmount.
South Mecklenburg High School is a highly rated school near Starmount.
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How commuters get to Uptown and other job centers from Starmount

Uptown is about 8 miles away, and commuters have multiple ways to get there. Those who drive typically take Park Road or Interstate 77. The commute takes 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic. You can keep your car at home and opt for the LYNX Blue Line light rail. The Arrowood Station in Montclaire South is about a 20-minute walk from the neighborhood, and the train ride to Uptown takes less than 50 minutes. Riding a CATS bus is another option, though it can take well over an hour to reach Uptown. You can also bike there via the Little Sugar Creek Greenway. Other employment hubs include South End (about 6 miles away), Ballantyne (less than 10 miles away) and University City (about 18 miles away).

Little Sugar Creek Greenway links Starmount with destinations across Charlotte.
Little Sugar Creek Greenway links Starmount with destinations across Charlotte.
LYNX Blue Line service offers rail access near Starmount.
LYNX Blue Line service offers rail access near Starmount.
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There's so much to do between SouthPark and South Boulevard

SouthPark Mall is just minutes away. With over 150 stores, snack spots and both casual and fine dining restaurants, it’s a popular stop for name-brand and luxury shopping, happy hours or date nights. There’s also the Park Road shopping center in Freedom Park, featuring Harris Teeter, a movie theater and a variety of shops and restaurants for weekly errands or a nice evening out with friends and family. Closer to home, South Boulevard is known for its international offerings, such as La Preferida, a mainstay destination with a selection of salsas, sauces and marinades batched daily, and Sumaq Coffee, where you can enjoy a dulce de leche latte and empanadas. For thrifters and designers alike, Sleepy Poet Antique Mall is a go-to for vinyls, vintage clothing and antique furniture. Breweries and live music spots are about 4 miles away in the Lower South End.

La Preferida is a longtime South Boulevard dining destination.
La Preferida is a longtime South Boulevard dining destination.
Sleepy Poet Antique Mall is a go-to destination for antiques and vintage finds.
Sleepy Poet Antique Mall is a go-to destination for antiques and vintage finds.
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Parks, sports clubs and a greenway make it easy to stay active

If you love outdoor recreation, this part of South Charlotte has a lot to offer you. During your free time, you can visit:

  • Park Road Park, with sports facilities, a fishing pond and a large playground
  • Huntingtowne Farms Park, which features a community garden, picnic area and sports facilities
  • Little Sugar Creek Greenway, a favorite for biking, running or walking
  • James J. Harris YMCA, which offers group exercise classes, personal training and summer camps
  • Symphony Park, known for the Charlotte Symphony’s Summer Pops concert series
There are also a variety of sports clubs nearby, from Starclaire Recreation Club and Pickleball Charlotte to SouthPark Swim and Tennis Club.

Huntingtowne Farms Park includes courts and recreation facilities.
Huntingtowne Farms Park includes courts and recreation facilities.
Park Road Park features sports fields, a playground, and fishing pond.
Park Road Park features sports fields, a playground, and fishing pond.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

20 min drive

Bus

South Blvd

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South Blvd & Archdale Dr

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South Blvd & Edgewater Dr

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South Blvd & Larkfield Ln

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South Blvd & Wicker Dr

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South Blvd & Wisteria Dr

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Archdale Dr & Emerywood Dr

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,227
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
4.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,661
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,087
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,592
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

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 Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
8
Median Rent
$2,600
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,275
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,300
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,350
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,350
Median Condo Rent
$2,495
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,995

Demographics

Total Population
3,807
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$109,375
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$116,380

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.4%
College Graduates
53.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Above 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

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100

Minimal public transit

Transit®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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