Relocating to Charlotte - FAQs
When I speak with new clients, the most often asked question is, “Where should I live?” Well, that depends on your needs. If you have school age children you need to be considering the best schools. As a parent that moved here over 26 years ago my research was limited. Now I would go to NCReportCards.org and schoolmatters.com. In addition, for Charlotte North Carolina schools, you can go to CMS.K12.NC.US. My clients have used these sites and find them to be worthwhile. We were lucky that in spite of not having accessible data we landed in the better school zones. Our children are grown, out of grad school with outstanding careers here in Charlotte.
So what else is important in order to find that great home in that perfect community? Selecting that right Realtor that cares more about your success happiness than the income they will receive. E-mail me with your questions and concerns on these two very important topics and I’ll elaborate. I can be reached at Irv@TopCharlotteAgent.com
Google Maps Street View
Go to Google maps and put in your home address and then click the Street View tab. I did mine and it was unnerving how the feel of my street came through as I panned around the cul-de-sac. We have been looking into how to incorporate googlemaps into our site as we have found it very useful. I was reading an article in my monthly Realtor magazine and thought this would be cool to check out. It currently covers 40 cities and I haven’t been able to spend the time to see if this includes the suburbs as well, but what an incredible tool for home buyers relocating from somewhere else. For the first time our buyer clients will be able to get a feel for not just an individual home, but the surrounding streetscape. Lynn, our web guru says it creeps her out. She’s sending a link to her parents who don’t like the idea of big brother looking over their shoulder-better watch out he’s here!
Charlotte Housing Market Update May '08
Is it a buyers market or sellers market? The most often asked question is this a good time to buy or sell Real Estate in Charlotte North Carolina? That depends on who you are. As of May 08 we have 2386 sold in May with an average of 91 days on the market. I’d say that’s back to normal for this agent.
If I’m a seller I need to price my home aggressively. I need to know that there are other homes in Charlotte that are doing the same. I have to be well presented both inside and out so that when someone is looking for homes for sale in Charlotte they will see the very best. As the inventory begins to dwindle in Charlotte North Carolina it will quickly become evident that the market has swung to the seller.
Some sellers believe that many Realtors like a quick turn and therefore we price our homes too low. Well this Top Charlotte Agent believes that you have to price it correct and it will sell. The true market value of a home in Charlotte is set by the buyer and not anyone else. I want my clients to get the most for their home, in the lease amount of time and with the least amount of effort. I’ve been representing clients for 18 years in the greater Charlotte North Carolina area and I clearly understand the importance of pricing it right and presenting and marketing it well.
Our housing market reports page offers several market reports on various real estate areas of Charlotte.
Does anyone have any experiences both good and bad that they would like to share?
Custom Home in HighGate - Weddington NC
Stunning, yet comfortable estate home in HighGate in Weddington, North Carolina features craftsman-inspired styling and architecture. An exterior of brick and stone with cedar accents complements the natural materials found throughout the interior - stone, cedar, slate, and copper. Fireplaces are wrapped in stone with a flared base. Coffered and exposed beam ceilings highlight some rooms, with ten-foot ceilings on the first floor, and nine-foot ceilings on the second floor.
The kitchen centers on the nine foot wide cooking center, with a 48" dual fuel professional range with double ovens. Surrounded by maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and floor to ceiling columns wrapped in stone and connected by a stone arch, this is the heart of the kitchen. A separate wine bar/drink center has an undercounter wine refrigerator, stem holder, natural stone backsplash, and a copper tile band set between two full height stone columns.
Above the four car garage (two separate two car garages) are a media room, closet space, a full bath, and an additional room. Completely separate from the rest of the home, this area would be perfect as a nanny or in-law suite.
Overlooking the built-in gunite pool is a raised, covered paver patio with an adjacent outdoor entertainment kitchen. A half bath accessible only from the pool area is great for pool guests.
You can see more photos, a complete virtual tour, and get more information for this home on Foggy Glen Place on our website.
Mount Holly Home For Sale - Lake Wylie Access
Wonderful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in Riverfront in Mount Holly is now for sale. The neighborhood features a community park on Lake Wylie, a neighborhood pool, clubhouse, and tennis courts, and is located just minutes from I-85.
Hardwood floors are featured in the front hall, powder room, and family room. Granite counters highlight the kitchen, which also has a prep island and a large pantry. The gas fireplace in the family room has a deep media niche above, and is flanked by windows overlooking the back yard.
All bedrooms are upstairs and very large. The 4th bedroom could also become a bonus room, measuring 19′ x 13′. Accessed from the back yard, the crawl space is tall enough to stand up in, with amazing amounts of storage space!
More information, photos, and a virtual tour of this home on Riverfront Parkway can be found on our website.
Charlotte - America’s # 1 Place to Live
Charlotte has been voted America’s #1 city to live in by Relocate-America.com I’ve been here since 1995, and have been visiting regularly since the early 80’s. I would never have imagined that there would be so much to do in my adopted hometown, while at the same time keeping the small town feel and relative affordability to other areas. Check out the links below and let me know what you think? Agreement/Disagreement/Comments???
I moved here 13 years ago with no job and a couch to sleep on in my aunt & uncle’s house. Now I am raising a family and running a successful business in what is in my opinion the best city in America!
Indian Land Townhome For Sale
Another new listing with Schwebel & Assoc! This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome is located in Indian Land, South Carolina, just south of Charlotte. It is situated towards the back of the neighborhood, far away from the main road. The large kitchen includes a breakfast bar and room for a small breakfast table. A walk-in pantry provides ample storage. There is a formal dining area with a chandelier, and a roomy family room as well, with a sliding door leading to a deck that overlooks a wooded common area for maximum privacy.
Upstairs, each bedroom has a full bath, with the front bedroom boasting a vaulted ceiling. The laundry is also located upstairs for convenience, with shelves to keep things organized.
More information and photos of this lovely Kennet Lane townhome can be found on our website.
Custom Home For Sale in Arlington Hills
Recently completed custom home by Korben Homes in Arlington Hills features exceptional quality and craftsmanship throughout. Five bedrooms and four baths include a first floor guest suite. Also included on the first floor are a paneled study with french doors, a formal dining room with a drop tray ceiling, a large (17′ x 16′) family room with a beautiful stone fireplace, paladian windows and a custom coffered ceiling, and an open kitchen with a prep island and custom built, warm honey-toned cabinetry.
A custom wood balustrade accents the staircase railing and upstairs landing. Bedrooms are all large, and a retreat/media/game room measures 18′ x 16′. The master suite has a spectacular bath and an enormous closet that has been fitted with custom storage.
Too many fine details to list - you can see a complete virtual tour of 9216 Arlington Hills Drive on our website.
Custom Home In Mint Hill For Sale
This amazing custom built home by Korben Homes has just been listed with Schwebel & Associates. Features include 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. There is a fireplace in the master suite, along with built-ins. Two of the bedrooms share a jack & jill bath, and the last has a private bath. Hardwood floors on the main level continue up the staircase into the upstairs hallway. Wrought iron balusters accent the railing. The kitchen includes a large prep island/breakfast bar with a vegetable sink, granite counters, dual wall ovens, stainless steel Jenn-Air appliances, and a pot-filler faucet above the 6-burner stove.
Located in Mint Hill in the new community of Waterleaf, this home is surrounded by 1.3 wooded acres. More information on 9303 Bales Lane including a complete virtual tour, can be found on our Properties page.
Area 3 Brick Ranch For Sale in Slatewood
This brick ranch in Slatewood, Area 3, features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Hardwood floors (some original) can be found throughout the home. A formal living room is open to the formal dining room. The kitchen has been renovated and now has 42" light oak cabinetry, a new dishwasher, microwave, floor, countertops, and disposal. There is a cozy breakfast nook in the kitchen as well.
The family room was extended and is very roomy. There is a wood-burning fireplace at the center of this room. French doors lead to the deck and fenced yard out back. The deck has a ramp for handicapped access.
Bedrooms are all a nice size and closet space is abundant throughout. Both bathrooms have a walk-in shower.
See more photos and a floorplan for this Slatewood brick ranch on our website.
