Charlotte NC Has Gone BANANAS Over Chiquita Relocation!

Chiquita moving headquarters to Charlotte NC

Charlotte NC Soon to be a Tropical Paradise with Chiquita Relocation! Whoever thought that Charlotte would be considered a ‘tropical paradise?’  Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and Governor Bev Perdue announced that Charlotte’s Top Banana status is now meant literally--not just figuratively as Chiquita has just made a commitment to move its headquarters to the Queen City! Chiquita’s CEO, Fernando Aguirre stated, "Charlotte provided the most compelling economic opportunity for Chiquita by far and the region is a very attractive region for our employees." Chiquita’s $14 million dollar investment … Continue reading...

Coming Soon! WOW House in Myers Park Community

Homes for Sale in Myers Park Community Charlotte NC

Looking for a WOW house in Myers Park? This lovingly maintained stucco home offering lots of upgrades and simply filled with sunshine, is coming on the market this week in popular Myers Park!  The interior features gorgeous gleaming hardwoods throughout the main level, kitchen with island, upgraded lighting, formals, office, sunroom and large backyard! The huge formals lead to the large kitchen and den (with fireplace) and sunroom, leading to the lovely backyard.  Side load, oversized garage beyond portico with side entrance also has plenty of storage.  The closets in this home are … Continue reading...

South Charlotte NC Real Estate| WILLOWMERE Neighborhood

Homes for Sale in Willowmere Charlotte NC Neighborhood

South Charlotte NC Real Estate| WILLOWMERE Neighborhood Located in South Charlotte at the intersection of McKee and Weddington Roads, Willowmere is one of South Charlotte’s most popular communities.  Willowmere offers residents a variety of nearby recreational options, dining and shopping conveniences as well as many community amenities. The Willowmere community in Charlotte NC is mere minutes away from fine dining and retailers such as the Promenade on Providence, the Arboretum and Stonecrest.  The Siskey YMCA, one of the largest and nicest in the nation, is … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | PROVIDENCE SPRINGS | NOV 2011

Providence Springs Charlotte NC Neighborhood

Providence Springs Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report, NOV 2011 Providence Springs Charlotte NC was once farmland, owned by the Springs family. Providence Springs is a quaint neighborhood of 127 gorgeous custom and semi-custom homes. Providence Springs Charlotte NC is nestled between the Arboretum and Rea Road (the city-side of Highway 51). Sold by the Springs to developers Gene Harrington & Ken Dowd (also developers of other upscale neighborhoods such as Berkley & Highgate), Providence Springs was then masterfully designed into a lovely, sanctuary-style neighborhood. Harrington … Continue reading...

Modern Home for Sale in South Charlotte | 241 Manor Ridge Drive

South Charlotte Home for Sale in Providence High School Zone

Location, location, location!  This Arboretum / South Charlotte home for sale, is not only located on the city-side of Hwy. 51 but, also features fantastic public school assignments and low Matthews taxes!   Tucked away in quiet, peaceful Coachman Ridge on a large corner lot, is 241 Manor Ridge Drive. This lovely home features everything you would want in a modern, contemporary home—soaring ceilings, plenty of large windows throughout, central vacuum, spacious rooms and open floorplan.  Lush, mature landscaping welcomes you into this pristine, South Charlotte home.  (The owners also just had … Continue reading...

Beware of Online Inaccuracies for Charlotte Real Estate

Errors in MLS listings

Beware of Online Inaccuracies for Charlotte Real Estate As the old adage goes, ‘time is money’ and that applies buyers and sellers in the computer age in which we live.  Everyone relies on the Internet for information and it’s unfortunate that some online Charlotte real estate information can be misleading.  For buyers, the vast amount of time one has to spend house hunting to find the home that you love, you don’t want or need to waste any of it on properties that aren’t what they seem. Beware of the following inaccuracies when Charlotte house hunting online: History hiccups – Check with an … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Market Report | Dilworth | October 2011

Charlotte NC Bungalows in Dilworth

Charlotte Real Estate Market Report for Historic Dilworth 10/31/2011 Historic Dilworth is one of Charlotte's favorite communities.  Wonderfully walkable, Dilworth offers quaint bungalows to fabulous estate-style craftsman homes and everything in between!  The community itself is full of wonderful front porches, leading to sidewalks that take you to through massive oak lined streets to your favorite restaurants, bars and shops.  Just minutes from Uptown, Dilworth remains one of the most popular areas for relocation clients as those who work in-town find such convenience in this … Continue reading...

What’s Not to Love About Myers Park?

Homes for Sale in Myers Park Charlotte NC

Charlotte NC's Myers Park is One of The City's Premier Communities There is no better introduction to Charlotte NC than a tour through historic Myers Park, via Queens Road.  Here, some of the city’s grandest homes are framed by a canopy of massive, old willow oaks. Myers Park Charlotte NC emerged from a large cotton farm in 1911, when landscape architect John Nolen was hired to create a “garden suburb.”  John Nolen & others, including Earle Sumner Draper, used the winding paths, following the natural landscape to create, what many think is now Charlotte’s most beautiful community.  Most of … Continue reading...

Midwood Charlotte NC | Historic Yet Hip

Historic Midwood Charlotte NC Homes for Sale

Midwood Charlotte NC | Historic And Hip If you’re looking for diversity in a community, you don’t have to look far from Charlotte’s Uptown to find it!  Midwood is one of Charlotte’s most ‘hip’ neighborhoods! Plaza Midwood is full of rich history yet, urban and hip.  Established in the early 1900’s, Midwood was developed along the trolley line that ran from Charlotte’s then, Downtown, along Central Avenue.  Suffering during the 60’s and 70’s, in serious decline, concerned residents established the Plaza Midwood Neighborhood Association.  The community began to be refurbished and residents … Continue reading...

Discover Charlotte | Providence Plantation (South Charlotte)

Homes for Sale in Providence Plantation Charlotte NC

Providence Plantation, A South Charlotte Swim & Tennis Community Ahh...Providence Plantation, one of South Charlotte’s most popular neighborhoods.  Just over 700 single family homes make up the Providence Plantation community, most built on large, wooded lots, with the development of the community beginning in the mid-1970’s.  Lots range from approximately 0.25 to 2 acres with gorgeous landscaping lining the tree-lined, winding roads throughout this lovely community - similar to a drive down Queens Road in Myers Park. This serene community is filled with friendly neighbors and lots of … Continue reading...