Why Do People live in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC?
Ask Elizabeth residents why they chose this Charlotte, NC neighborhood and you’ll probably get several answers: old Victorian style homes and bungalows, easy walk to Independence Park, shops small businesses and restaurants, close to Uptown Charlotte and the sense of community. A substantial number of homes and buildings, known as the Elizabeth Historic District, in the Elizabeth neighborhood are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Looking for a home in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC?
Searching for homes for sale in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC? The boundaries of the Elizabeth neighborhood are approximately Randolph Road/4th Street on the southwestern end to Independence Boulevard to the west and the north with a creek to the east. Elizabeth’s major roads, Elizabeth Avenue and 7th Street, are also important Charlotte, NC thoroughfares. Click here for homes in Elizabeth to find out what is available for you!
What's the Elizabeth neighborhood like?
This Charlotte neighborhood is named for Elizabeth College, which was located where the Novant Presbyterian Hospital is now. The Elizabeth neighborhood was one of the most fashionable neighborhoods in Charlotte when it was first developed in the early 1900s, complete with a trolley line. Early homes were first built along Elizabeth Avenue, several which were converted into shops, businesses and restaurants. Even William Henry Belk, founder of Belk Department Stores once called the Elizabeth neighborhood home. The Elizabeth community’s Small Area Plan recently received an “Award for Excellence” from the American Planning Association.
Many of the Elizabeth neighborhood streets are lined with mature trees and the very pedestrian-friendly. It is also on the city bus line. Business and homes in the Elizabeth community are close together and most streets have sidewalks. Independence Park, Charlotte’s first public park, is located in Elizabeth. The long, narrow park offers two playgrounds, walking and biking areas, tennis and basketball courts, table tennis. Easily within walking distance of nearly any home in Elizabeth, this Independence Park also has a picnic shelter with tables, maze garden and a lovely waterfall and reflecting pool.
Elizabeth is also home to two of Charlotte’s major hospitals, Presbyterian Novant Hospital and Mercy Hospital with many medical offices along Randolph Road. The American Legion Memorial Stadium is also in the Elizabeth community and lies close to Independence Park.
What's Going on in Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC?
Residents of Elizabeth community often sponsor events for their neighbors to enjoy or just to make their neighborhood a better place to live. Annual activities include the Elizabeth 5K, the Elizabeth Home and Garden Tour, Pumpkin Wall Lighting, Elizabeth Recycles Day, and the Elizabeth Neighbor Meeting and Potluck Dinner. Check out the website, www.elizabethcommunity.com for information about what’s happening in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
Central Piedmont Community College is also located in Elizabeth as well as the Grady Cole Center, home to the Charlotte Roller Girls, and the Visulite Theater, an old movie theater that is now a music venue. A shopping trip to Elizabeth must include a stop at Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find and VisArt Video. Several great Charlotte restaurants, including Lupie’s, the Cajun Queen, Carpe Diem and the Philosopher’s Stone.
What Schools will the Kids Attend in Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC?
To get local school scores and more information about these schools in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte, NC check out the link www.ncreportcard.org
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Dave diCecco
Realtor/Broker
Helen Adams Realty
Cell: 704-519-7895
www.davedicecco.com
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