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Why people are moving to the lakeside suburb of Steele Creek
Steele Creek in Southwest Charlotte is among the city’s most growth-oriented communities. Home to 17,000 people and counting, the neighborhood is known for its location on Lake Wylie and diverse housing options, ranging from cozy townhouses to luxurious waterfront mansions. The neighborhood is popular with families for its highly rated schools and convenient access to malls, restaurants and parks. Uptown commuters enjoy proximity to major highways.
The Steele Creek neighborhood sits on the banks of Lake Wylie.
Colonial Revival-style homes from the 2000s are common in Steele Creek.
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21st-century inland and lakefront homes ranging in size and style
Steele Creek’s single-family detached homes and townhouses fill winding subdivisions that branch off Shopton Road West. These subdivisions, with wide, sidewalk-lined streets and cul-de-sacs, feature an array of architectural styles, including Craftsman, Colonial Revival and New Traditional. There are also custom Tudor Revival and mountain-style lakefront mansions with private docks and boat slips. Homes were mostly built from the 2000s onward, but there are some properties dating back to the 1950s. New construction is also available. Living space can be as small as 1,200 square feet or as large as 15,000 square feet. The same goes for lots, which range from under a quarter of an acre to several acres. Some of the largest parcels of land are shaded by mature trees on the neighborhood’s wooded west side.
You can also find new townhomes in the Steele Creek neighborhood.
Large, custom lakeside homes in Steele Creek offer scenic views.
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Home prices and HOA fees in Steele Creek vary widely
The median sale price for a Steele Creek home is around $465,000, well above that of the adjacent neighborhoods of Brown Road, Ayrsley and Griers Fork, but below the master-planned community of The Palisades, which also offers lakefront homes. Most homes in Steele Creek fall between the lower $300,000s and the upper $800,000s. However, custom luxury homes near Lake Wylie start around $1 million and climb to more than $5 million. Townhouses range from the mid-$200,000s to the upper $400,000s, with the most expensive units offering views of Lake Wylie. HOA-controlled subdivisions are common, with monthly fees ranging from under $100 to over $500.
Nearby public and private schools are highly rated
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, a highly rated school district with magnet schools and specialty programs, serves Steele Creek. The district’s annual lottery gives families the opportunity to apply to their preferred school. Several highly rated public and schools are within an 8-mile radius of the neighborhood, including: * Winget Park Elementary School, offers a STEM magnet program* Kennedy Middle School, continues the STEM program* Palisades Episcopal School, integrates STEAM into its curriculum* Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy, top K-8 charter school in Charlotte
Palisades Park Elementary School accommodates some of Steele Creek's K-5 students.
Steele Creek's Southwest Middle School serves students in grades six through eight.
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Steele Creek is located 14.5 miles southwest of Uptown Charlotte.
Pack your patience for congested commutes to Uptown
Steele Creek is about 14 miles from Uptown Charlotte, divided into the First Ward, Second Ward, Third Ward and Fourth Ward neighborhoods. While residents can catch a CATS bus along South Tryon Street, most people opt to drive with Interstates 77 and 485 nearby. “If it’s not peak traffic, it’s great. It’s 20 minutes [to Uptown],” says Sarah Rutkowski, a Realtor with Re/Max Executive Carolinas. “If you’re in peak traffic, it can be 45 minutes to an hour.”
Community perks include pools, playgrounds and a nature preserve
Steele Creek’s various subdivisions offer community amenities, including pools, playgrounds, tennis courts and clubhouses. The upscale River Pointe community has its own marina and beach. The neighborhood is also home to the sprawling McDowell Nature Preserve, which offers camping, hiking and fishing along Lake Wylie. Copperhead Island is a popular destination within the park. “It’s a hot spot. People tie up their boats and hang out,” Rutkowski says. Boaters without a dock of their own can join Freedom Boat Club or pay for storage at Terry’s Marina. Thomas McAlister Winget Park is a favorite for sports and private events. “That [park] has a playground, basketball courts, open space, a pavilion and trails,” Rutkowski says. “So, you can rent out spots to do birthday parties, and they have disc golf.”
Enjoy a long hike in the many trails at McDowell Nature Preserve in Steele Creek.
Winget Park includes an 18-hole disc golf course on its property.
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National chains and outlet stores mix with local restaurants
Residents don’t have to travel far to pick up groceries or dine out. “Steele Creek has all the shopping and dining needs—That’s a big thing for people. A lot of people don’t like to leave their zip code,” Rutkowski says. Shopping centers such as RiverGate, Steele Creek Crossing and Berewick Town Center feature national retailers and supermarkets. Target, Kohl’s, The Home Depot and Publix are just a few of the familiar brands close to home. Locally owned eateries include Hickory Tavern, where residents enjoy wings while watching sports on dozens of screens, and Enrico's, an Italian pizzeria and bar. Charlotte Premium Outlets, featuring around 100 name-brand outlet stores, is a few miles away in Dixie-Berryhill.
Steele Creek residents have easy access to Publix for all their weekly shopping.
You can head to Target in Rivergate for all your home good needs.
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Steele Creek community events keep neighbors connected
The Steele Creek Community Place nonprofit and local churches organize community events throughout the year, including:* Steele Creek Block Party, a day of music, art and community in June* The Festival of Nations, celebrating culture and cuisine each October* Fall Festival, features family-friendly fall activities
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It's not better than my hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina. However, it is a very comfortable environment.
5.0Current Resident
10/11/2017Niche Review
I like the places and shopping areas in this neighborhood, but it really needs some more restaurants and food places for the growing community to eat at.
4.0Current Resident
10/8/2024Niche Review
It's overall really safe and quiet. There have been a few super loud parties, revving cars who run stop signs. The commute to many places is really short. Target is close by, so are a few grocery stores. there are parks and pools. its pretty cool.
5.0Current Resident
3/19/2018Niche Review
I've lived in Steele Creek for almost 7 years. The real estate market is booming here and the value of my home has surged since I bought it a few years ago. Love that the neighborhood is family friendly and the access to shopping, grocery stores and restaurants.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Steele Creek
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Steele Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Steele Creek, Charlotte sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Steele Creek, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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