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Whiteoak

Whiteoak

$676,496 Average Value
$268 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Why Whiteoak is a South Charlotte neighborhood with wide appeal

In Whiteoak, you can be close to Ballantyne’s array of amenities without being in the middle of all the action. The South Charlotte neighborhood is known for its quieter suburban setting, with a mix of single-family homes and apartments close to shopping centers and highly rated schools. It sits along the Interstate 485 Loop, making commutes to Uptown and other parts of the city easier. And Ballantyne’s shops, restaurants and events are minutes away.

The Panorama Tower is just south of Whiteoak.
The Panorama Tower is just south of Whiteoak.
The Ballantyne Business Park is minutes away.
The Ballantyne Business Park is minutes away.
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New Traditionals, ranch-style homes and Craftsmans on roomy lots

Whiteoak’s tree-shaded subdivisions branch off Endhaven Lane. You’ll mostly find various New Traditionals from the 1980s through the early 2000s with design elements inspired by Colonial Revival, Greek Revival and Federal-style architecture, such as arched Palladian windows and column-framed entryways. There are also ranch-style homes, newer Craftsman builds and townhouses. Most properties have attached garages and rest on spacious lots that can exceed a third of an acre, offering plenty of room for an in-ground pool or a backyard entertainment space. If privacy is a concern, the Ivy Hall community is gated, and Greenway Village has private roads. While single-family homes are mostly on the eastern side of the neighborhood, apartment complexes fill much of its western half. In fact, there are far more renters living in Whiteoak than homeowners.

New Traditional homes are very common in Whiteoak.
New Traditional homes are very common in Whiteoak.
A brick New Traditional in Whiteoak with a spacious front yard.
A brick New Traditional in Whiteoak with a spacious front yard.
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How much detached homes and townhouses cost in Whiteoak

Like other South Charlotte neighborhoods, home prices in Whiteoak are often well above the city’s median sale price of around $430,000. Detached homes range from the mid-$300,000s to the lower $800,000s. Townhouses start in the upper $600,000s and can reach $1 million. “It’s one of those neighborhoods that keeps you close to Ballantyne’s shopping centers, like StoneCrest and Toringdon, but at a lower cost than what can be found farther south,” says Beth Belcher, a Realtor with Re/Max Executive Carolinas. For comparison, home prices in Ballantyne can top $3 million, and the median sale price in nearby Weddington sits around $2.4 million.

Highly rated public and private school options close to home

Whiteoak is within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system. Students here don’t have to travel far with Endhaven Elementary School and Ballantyne Ridge High School in the heart of the neighborhood. The elementary school integrates STEM into its curriculum and receives a B-plus rating from Niche. Students can move on to the A-minus-rated South Charlotte Middle School in Piper Glen Estates. Ballantyne Ridge High opened in 2024 and has an International Baccalaureate program. Alternatively, there are two private options within Whiteoak: British International School of Charlotte, which receives an A rating, and Fusion Academy Charlotte, which receives a B-plus rating.

The main entrance to South Charlotte Middle School.
The main entrance to South Charlotte Middle School.
Endhaven Elementary School is highly rated.
Endhaven Elementary School is highly rated.
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The Whiteoak neighborhood is only 17 miles south of Uptown Charlotte.
The Whiteoak neighborhood is only 17 miles south of Uptown Charlotte.

Interstate access and quick commutes to Ballantyne and SouthPark

Commuters can quickly hop onto Interstate 485 and Johnston Road to reach job hubs around Charlotte. Common destinations include:

  • Ballantyne, which is a little over 2 miles away (or 6 to 12 minutes)
  • SouthPark, which is less than 8 miles away (or 12 to 24 minutes)
  • South End, which is about 15 miles away (or 18 to 40 minutes)
  • Uptown, which is around 17 miles away (or 20 to 45 minutes)
While there are a few Charlotte Area Transit System bus stops dotting the neighborhood, most residents drive to get around. Biking is an option for getting to Ballantyne, with bike lanes lining North Community House Road.

Where Whiteoak residents can shop, dine and unwind

Whether you want to stay in the neighborhood or drive into Ballantyne, McAlpine or Pineville, there’s plenty to do in this area. During your free time, you can:

  • Shop at Toringdon Market, Toringdon Circle, Carolina Place or Carmel Commons
  • Dine at Ruby Sunshine, Midwood Smokehouse or Viva Chicken
  • Grab drinks at Carolina Steel Sports Bar, Postino or On The Roxx
  • Enjoy a concert or attend a festival at TD Amp Ballantyne
  • Watch a movie at Regal Stonecrest at Piper Glen

You can shop at Target nearby in StoneCrest.
You can shop at Target nearby in StoneCrest.
You can grab a drink with friends at The Office Craft Bar & Kitchen.
You can grab a drink with friends at The Office Craft Bar & Kitchen.
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Outdoor activities range from bike rides and fishing to golfing

Whiteoak may not have its own park, but it does have direct access to the scenic Lower McAlpine Creek Greenway. “My office is right by the trail, and I always see people using it to walk or bike,” Belcher says. In Ballantyne, there's Ballantyne's Backyard, a former golf course spanning more than 100 acres, featuring a disc golf course, walking trails and catch-and-release fishing ponds. “They even have daily food trucks parked in the area for walkers and business professionals,” says Lindsay Patton, a Realtor with The Redbud Group at Keller Williams SouthPark. Nearby, you can hike and climb boulders at Big Rock Nature Preserve or take your kids to the playground at William R. Davie Park, which has a basketball court, beach volleyball court and soccer fields, as well as a dog park. And if you’re a golfer, South Charlotte has many country clubs with private courses, including the 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed layout at TPC Piper Glen.

Spend the day on the fairways at Carmel Country Club, just 2 miles north of Whiteoak.
Spend the day on the fairways at Carmel Country Club, just 2 miles north of Whiteoak.
Get some exercise with your four-legged friend on the Four Mile Creek Greenway.
Get some exercise with your four-legged friend on the Four Mile Creek Greenway.
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Head to Ballantyne for food festivals and holiday fun

Ballantyne isn’t just a destination for shopping, dining and recreation. You can head there for events too. Popular ones include:

  • Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival, a long-running celebration of barbecue in May
  • Wine & Food Festival at Ballantyne, a favorite for foodies each September
  • Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular, an immersive holiday season extravaganza

Enjoy the Charlotte International Arts Festival at Ballantyne's Backyard.
Enjoy the Charlotte International Arts Festival at Ballantyne's Backyard.
A fun interactive project at Charlotte International Arts Festival at Ballantyne's Backyard.
A fun interactive project at Charlotte International Arts Festival at Ballantyne's Backyard.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

23 min drive

Bus

North Community House Rd & Johnston Rd

Bus

North Community House Rd & Endhaven Ln

Bus

Johnston Rd & North Community House Rd

Bus

Johnston Rd & Toringdon Way

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Whiteoak 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

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
590
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1993
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,611
Significantly above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,989
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

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 Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
10
Median Rent
$8,047
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,799
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,730
Median Condo Rent
$8,047

Demographics

Total Population
3,164
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
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
$117,811
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$130,057

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
63.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.6%
% Population in Labor Force
82.8%
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

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 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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