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Wilson Heights

Wilson Heights

$278,728 Average Value
$207 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Wilson Heights offers a secluded setting with quick access to Uptown

Wilson Heights may be only 5 miles north of Uptown Charlotte, but the neighborhood’s mature trees and sense of privacy make you feel like you’re living in the country. Set along the historic Beatties Ford Road corridor, the community appeals to homebuyers looking for prices below the citywide median and quick access to major interstates. Residents can get to Center City in minutes and have a handful of local restaurants nearby, though larger shopping centers and big-box stores are farther away.

Wilson Heights homes seamlessly weave style and community essence into their very fabric.
Wilson Heights homes seamlessly weave style and community essence into their very fabric.
Relish the convenience of amenities surrounding homes tailored for families in Wilson Heights.
Relish the convenience of amenities surrounding homes tailored for families in Wilson Heights.
Wilson Heights is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Wilson Heights is located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Immerse yourself in the inclusive and familial atmosphere emanating from Wilson Heights.
Immerse yourself in the inclusive and familial atmosphere emanating from Wilson Heights.
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Older and newer single-family homes for less than the Charlotte median

Much of Wilson Heights is industrial, but the neighborhood has a few residential pockets. On its west side, you’ll mainly find older cottages, bungalows and ranch-style homes on spacious lots surrounded by trees. On the east side, 2010s transitionals and brand-new townhouses fill tract-style subdivisions with wide streets and sidewalks. Buyers typically pay under the Charlotte median, which hovers around $430,000. Detached homes range from the lower to upper $300,000s, and townhouses rarely hit the market, with no recent sales. “The investment opportunity is great, whether you’re buying an existing home or building a new one,” says Franchesca Wicker, a Realtor with Fathom Realty. “I sold some acreage there, and the developer is going to build more detached homes or townhouses.” You can find similar prices in Hamilton Circle to the north and much higher prices in Lincoln Heights to the south.

Newer construction homes are bringing new life to Wilson Heights.
Newer construction homes are bringing new life to Wilson Heights.
Discover the distinctive character and architectural tapestry showcased in Wilson Heights.
Discover the distinctive character and architectural tapestry showcased in Wilson Heights.
Wilson Heights homeowners are proud and respectful of their growing communities.
Wilson Heights homeowners are proud and respectful of their growing communities.
Homes in Wilson Heights are hidden among the area's dense old-growth trees and vegetation.
Homes in Wilson Heights are hidden among the area's dense old-growth trees and vegetation.
New Traditional-style homes offer affordable options in tight-knit Wilson Heights communities.
New Traditional-style homes offer affordable options in tight-knit Wilson Heights communities.
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An IB curriculum from elementary through high school

Wilson Heights is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Students are assigned to Statesville Road Elementary School, which has an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. They can advance to Ranson Middle School, which continues the IB curriculum, and then West Charlotte High School, where they can go into either the IB Diploma or Career-related Programmes. Nearby private options include Friendship Day School for the Sciences and the Arts, which has an A rating from Niche.

Statesville Road Elementary School serves students in Wilson Heights.
Statesville Road Elementary School serves students in Wilson Heights.
Ranson Middle School is dedicated to fostering academic excellence.
Ranson Middle School is dedicated to fostering academic excellence.
Welcome to West Charlotte High School near Wilson Heights.
Welcome to West Charlotte High School near Wilson Heights.
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Easy access to Uptown and major Charlotte interstates

Commuters here can quickly hop onto interstates 77 and 85 to reach destinations around the Queen City. “The best thing that this part of Charlotte offers is its closeness to Uptown, which is only maybe 10 to 12 minutes away,” Wicker says. Charlotte Area Transit System buses offer a car-free option, with stops on Beatties Ford Road. Plans are underway to extend the CityLYNX Gold Line streetcar into Center City from French Street in Biddleville to the Rosa Parks Place Community Transit Center in Firestone-Garden Park.

Wilson Heights locals enjoy quick interstate access and short travel times to Uptown Charlotte.
Wilson Heights locals enjoy quick interstate access and short travel times to Uptown Charlotte.
Uptown Charlotte is just 10 minutes away from Wilson Heights.
Uptown Charlotte is just 10 minutes away from Wilson Heights.
The Rosa Parks Transit Center provides easy, convenient car-free commuting options.
The Rosa Parks Transit Center provides easy, convenient car-free commuting options.
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Where you can shop and dine near Wilson Heights

Restaurants and shops are close by along Beatties Ford and Statesville roads. You can visit these popular spots:

  • Jerry’s Curb Market, an independent grocery store and meat market
  • Sunflower Family Restaurant, a casual diner for breakfast and brunch
  • Archive, a coffee shop celebrating Charlotte’s Black history and culture
  • Tacos El Thor, a food truck serving Mexican street tacos, burritos and fresh salsas
Camp North End, a repurposed industrial site with local boutiques, food stalls and art installations, is nearby in Druid Hills, and an array of national retailers and the Northlake Mall are about 8 miles away in Northlake. Food Lion in University Park is the closest grocery store.

Heist Brewery is a great place nearby Wilson Heights to gather with friends or make new ones.
Heist Brewery is a great place nearby Wilson Heights to gather with friends or make new ones.
Residents of Wilson Heights are just 2 miles from the popular Camp North End.
Residents of Wilson Heights are just 2 miles from the popular Camp North End.
Bubba's BBQ serves up some of the most sought after flavors in the Wilson Heights area.
Bubba's BBQ serves up some of the most sought after flavors in the Wilson Heights area.
Jerry's Market is a popular store in the Wilson Heights area.
Jerry's Market is a popular store in the Wilson Heights area.
Colorful markets are a staple in Wilson Heights.
Colorful markets are a staple in Wilson Heights.
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Outdoor activities range from sports to hikes to nature walks

Several parks and a YMCA branch are close to home in Wilson Heights. Common pastimes include:

  • Playing baseball at Friendship Sportsplex
  • Riding around the pump track at Fred Alexander Park
  • Cooling off in the splash pad at Nevin Community Park
  • Hiking around Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve
  • Lifting weights at the McCrorey YMCA
Wicker highlights the unique amenities at Hornet’s Nest Regional Park in Sunset Road, which include a BMX track and a disc golf course. “They have a little play complex that they set up with a Carolina Panthers theme. It’s got a mock football field and play structures for kids,” she says.

Practice runs before the race are a great way for the riders to warm up at Hornet's Nest Regional Park.
Practice runs before the race are a great way for the riders to warm up at Hornet's Nest Regional Park.
The CLT Airport and Overlook Park are within easy reach of Wilson Heights.
The CLT Airport and Overlook Park are within easy reach of Wilson Heights.
Hornet's Nest Regional Park has a Panthers-themed playground and exercise area.
Hornet's Nest Regional Park has a Panthers-themed playground and exercise area.
The splash pad at Nevin Community Park is a great draw for locals.
The splash pad at Nevin Community Park is a great draw for locals.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

18 min drive

Bus

Statesville Rd & Distribution Center Dr

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Statesville Rd & Nevin Rd

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Beatties Ford Rd & B Ave

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Beatties Ford Rd & Cindy Ln

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Beatties Ford Rd & Lynchester Pl

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Cindy Ln & Cindy Park Dr

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Cindy Ln & Murray St

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
78
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
9.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,402
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,857
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

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
3
Median Rent
$2,250
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,360
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,210
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,210

Demographics

Total Population
569
Median Age
38
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$60,160
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$65,292

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.4%
College Graduates
39.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

20 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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