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Derita-Statesville

Derita-Statesville

Urban Pioneer Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28269

Neighborhood Reviews
3.6
$281,025 Average Value
$221 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Business parks close to home

Derita-Statesville is a commuter's gold mine. This older north Charlotte neighborhood sits just northeast of the Interstate 77-84 interchange and next to one of the city's most prominent business parks and research centers. Homebuyers are attracted to the rare pairing of accessibility and privacy available in this community, which grew to 1,500 homes in the middle of the 20th century. With commercial landscapes to the south and a train track to the north, the neighborhood is no stranger to noise pollution. However, pockets of dense trees and winding creeks buffer the noise and give the neighborhood a sense of remoteness despite being so close to major employers, shopping and busy streets. Working-class families, longtime residents and young professionals live in the community's mix of apartments and relatively affordable homes.

An aerial view of the Charlotte skyline from Derita-Statesville.
An aerial view of the Charlotte skyline from Derita-Statesville.
Quick access to interstates 77 & 85 provide easy travel from Derita-Statesville.
Quick access to interstates 77 & 85 provide easy travel from Derita-Statesville.
The Charlotte sklyine is a beautiful backdrop to Derita - Statesville.
The Charlotte sklyine is a beautiful backdrop to Derita - Statesville.
Derita-Statesville has beautiful natural green spaces spread across the area.
Derita-Statesville has beautiful natural green spaces spread across the area.
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A short drive from shopping hubs

Derita-Statesville is almost entirely residential and industrial, but retail and dining options are nearby. "The neighborhood puts everyone in a place where they're about 20 minutes from everything in town," says says local Realtor Cheri McNeal at Coldwell Banker Realty. "They can get to Northlake Mall, Uptown and Concord Mills without a problem." Each shopping and dining destination has a unique selection of name-brand retailers and restaurants. Maria's Grill on West Sugar Creek Road is the go-to spot for brunch. The locally owned family-style restaurant serves healthy portions of American classics. McNeal also recommends heading southwest to Camp North End in Druid Hills. The converted warehouse hosts shopping boutiques and local eateries with walk-up service. The edgy open-air market is a popular weekend stop for a bite to eat from one of its funky outposts. Derita residents can stop at the Food Lion on North Graham Street for grocery trips, and most will head east to the shopping centers sandwiched between I-85 and North Tryon Street for errands and retail shopping. Ikea, Walmart Supercenter and Home Depot, among other familiar retail chains, reside in this large area.

Derita-Statesville residents can easily meet up with friends and experience Camp North End.
Derita-Statesville residents can easily meet up with friends and experience Camp North End.
IKEA has a massive store with easy access for Derita-Statesville residents.
IKEA has a massive store with easy access for Derita-Statesville residents.
Derita-Statesville residents have easy access to shopping destinations like Concord Mills.
Derita-Statesville residents have easy access to shopping destinations like Concord Mills.
North Davidson has locally owned shops and boutiques nearby for Derita-Statesville locals.
North Davidson has locally owned shops and boutiques nearby for Derita-Statesville locals.
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1960s ranches and 2000s new builds

Construction and development during the middle of the century brought many split-level and ranch-style homes to Derita-Statesville. Set back on modest lawns that sweep out onto narrow streets, the homes range from $200,000 to $400,000. While the value and cost of homes have increased steadily in the past few years, they remain almost $200,000 less expensive than the Charlotte Metro average. A few clusters of new developments contribute to the increasing median price, currently $340,000. New traditional homes with cross-gabled roofs and large windows offer a turnkey move-in experience but less land than the more established homes of the area. Houses here sell fast, spending less time on the market than the national average. "We don't have a lot of inventory," McNeal says. "If it's on the market and priced right, it goes quickly." With nearly one-third of the residents renting, the area is popular with investors.

A row of homes in Derita-Statesville.
A row of homes in Derita-Statesville.
A recently renovated ranch home with orange accents in Derita-Statesville.
A recently renovated ranch home with orange accents in Derita-Statesville.
A row of two-story homes in Derita-Statesville, all with a garage.
A row of two-story homes in Derita-Statesville, all with a garage.
A two-story home in Derita-Statesville with a small garage.
A two-story home in Derita-Statesville with a small garage.
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Acres and acres of hiking trails

Just northwest is the 188-acre Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve. The park features wetlands, two ponds, a creek and opportunities to observe birds and butterfiles along trails through dense woods. The forested area opens to Nevin Park, which holds a large playground, baseball diamonds, soccer fields and an entire disc golf course. Residents can walk to the small playground and basketball court at Allen Hills Park for outdoor fun closer to home. Small creeks between the homes bring sounds of crickets and frogs but are prone to occasional flooding. Baptist, Presbyterian and non-denominational churches at the intersection of Sugar Creek Road and Graham Street are home to community events and gathering spaces. The playgrounds, basketball hoops and large fields behind the houses of worship are open to the public.

Nevin Park is a great place to bring the kids and relax while in Mineral Springs.
Nevin Park is a great place to bring the kids and relax while in Mineral Springs.
Derita-Statesville locals can enjoy serene settings at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve.
Derita-Statesville locals can enjoy serene settings at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve.
Kids enjoy the Allen Hills Park playground.
Kids enjoy the Allen Hills Park playground.
Peaceful lake views can be found in the Derita-Statesville community.
Peaceful lake views can be found in the Derita-Statesville community.
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Within a highly-rated district

Charlotte is well-known for its wealth of magnet, charter and private schools. A highly rated district, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is a big draw for homebuyers with children in Derita-Statesville. Kids can begin their education at Governors Village Lower Campus and Governors Village Upper Campus. These public STEM elementary and middle schools are rated a B-minus and C-plus, respectively, by Niche.com. From there, students may attend C-rated Julius L. Chambers High School, which has over 30 sports and after-school activities.

GVSA reach proficiency in challenging state academic content and performance standards.
GVSA reach proficiency in challenging state academic content and performance standards.
The entrance to Governors Village STEAM Academy (Lower).
The entrance to Governors Village STEAM Academy (Lower).
The entrance to Julius Chambers High School.
The entrance to Julius Chambers High School.
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Crime

Derita-Statesville has a CAP Index crime score of 6 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. Homicide, sexual assault, burglary and motor vehicle theft rate a 7 out of 10, while assault with a weapon rates an 8.

Five miles from Uptown

Many of the community's streets have sidewalks under tall trees. Still, residents depend on cars for commuting to work. A 5-mile drive south on Graham Street leads directly into the bustling business district. Charlotte's CATS bus routes have several stops surrounding the neighborhood that locals can walk to. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 10 miles west of the neighborhood, and the nearest hospitals are a mile southwest of the city center.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Concord-Padgett Regional

20 min drive

Bus

Dalecrest Dr & Monmouth Dr

Bus

Fincher Blvd & Dalecrest Dr

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Dalecrest Dr & Cedarhurst Dr

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Statesville Rd & Burch Dr

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Statesville Rd & Starita Rd

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Fincher Blvd & 3500

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Dalecrest Dr & Valeview Ln

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 7 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
4/4/2015 Niche Review
The night light in the area is great. There are so many bars and dancing clubs in thend area so there is no concept of boring in Charlotte
3.0 Niche User
3/26/2016 Niche Review
I wouldn't choose to live here again because there isn't as much neighborhood interaction as you would hope for. The schools in the area aren't the best and there aren't many people moving in to help circulate income in the area.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Derita-Statesville US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$307,500
Median Single Family Price
$308,750
Median Townhouse Price
$310,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$1,693,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$325,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,543
Median Year Built
1983
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,430
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,362
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,447
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$47,512
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,909

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.8%
College Graduates
17.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

5 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

29 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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