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Harbor House

Harbor House

Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28208, 28214

$356,942 Average Value
$231 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Big lots, big savings and big things to do

Though Harbor House does provide some homeowners with private access to the Catawba River, for most residents, the neighborhood’s main appeal is in the second half of its name. Home prices here are low for The Queen City, though it may not remain that way for long. “Getting a home out there is a good way to save. Everything that’s 30 feet from Charlotte is going to grow in value,” says Trevor Hall, Realtor with Helen Adams Realty who has been selling homes for 5 years. Location is doing part of the work here. Uptown and Charlotte Douglas International Airport are close enough that commuting is no trouble, but far away enough that the action isn’t spilling into their enclave. And for recreation, the US National Whitewater Center is packed with adventures from rafting to rope climbing. Susan Roche, a broker with Coldwell Banker, shares Hall’s optimism about the neighborhood’s future, provided buyers continue to pour their love and passion into their homes. Roche, who has been selling homes across Metrolina for 20 years, says, “It’s that little nook of Charlotte that’s still quiet, that still has big lots, and with a little elbow grease and split equity, you could make a house into a modern family home.”

Harbor House residents have some of the most impressive riverfront homes in the area.
Harbor House residents have some of the most impressive riverfront homes in the area.
Locally grown fresh produce is one the main staples of the Belmont Farmers Market.
Locally grown fresh produce is one the main staples of the Belmont Farmers Market.
Harbor House is bordered by the breathtaking and broad Catawba River.
Harbor House is bordered by the breathtaking and broad Catawba River.
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Riverfront manors, new constructions and manufactured homes

Most of Harbor House’s residences can be found west of Interstate 485, while the eastern side is primarily made up of industrial parks and airport-related amenities. Sidewalks are had to come by, but as streets are residential, they usually attract minimal traffic. Old growth trees are common, particularly toward the Catawba River, where houses blend in seamlessly with their arboreal surroundings. The majority of homes follow ranch-style designs and date back to the 1960s and ‘70s. They usually go for between $275,000 and $400,000. Cape Cod homes and cottages occasionally pop on the market too. Riverfront homes are hard to come by, and their prices climb into the $600,000s, with a few outliers fetching over $1 million. Several manufactured home communities can also be found throughout Harbor House.

There are plenty of large homes with extra space for families in Harbor House.
There are plenty of large homes with extra space for families in Harbor House.
There are many newer homes available all throughout the Harbor House area.
There are many newer homes available all throughout the Harbor House area.
You can still find pastures and crop fields in Harbor House just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
You can still find pastures and crop fields in Harbor House just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
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School improvements and a nearby college

Berryhill School serves as an elementary and middle school for some of Harbor House’s young learners. In 2023, voters approved a Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools bond request. A portion of these funds will go to relocating and replacing Berryhill School with a new campus and redeveloping the old site into a park. Students can wrap up at West Mecklenburg High, which provides students in need with Chromebooks and internet hotspots. Both schools receive overall C ratings from Niche. Belmont Abbey College, a Catholic liberal arts school, is a short drive across the Catawba River.

Berryhill School welcomes young learners grades K-8.
Berryhill School welcomes young learners grades K-8.
White Water Middle School is a beautiful, well regarded school for Harbor House students.
White Water Middle School is a beautiful, well regarded school for Harbor House students.
West Mecklenburg High School is a fantastic resource for Harbor House youth.
West Mecklenburg High School is a fantastic resource for Harbor House youth.
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A comfortable distance from the airport and Uptown

Residents have easy access to Interstate 85, an east-west highway, and Interstate 485, which loops around The Queen City. Uptown is about 11 miles away by car, while Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly a 5-mile drive. Speaking of a house he sold in the area, Hall says, “There was a little bit of noise from the airport there. It’s not close enough to be right in the path of landing airplanes, but you can hear them from the sky.” This goes for most homes. The way the landing strips are positioned, it’s mainly the industrial park that bears the brunt of the airport’s noise. Charlotte Area Transit System bus line 35 takes passengers to Uptown, Amazon Distribution Centers and other employers, following Wilkinson Boulevard.

I-85 connects Harbor House residents to Charlotte to the East and Belmont to the West.
I-85 connects Harbor House residents to Charlotte to the East and Belmont to the West.
Harbor House locals are still only minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
Harbor House locals are still only minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
Quick and easy interstate access gives Harbor House locals convenient travel around Charlotte.
Quick and easy interstate access gives Harbor House locals convenient travel around Charlotte.
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Restaurants across the Catawba River and a local dive bar

Neighboring Belmont is overflowing with a wealth of local restaurants. Nellie’s Southern Kitchen serves up biscuits, chicken and dumplings, shrimp and grits, and other mouthwatering comfort food dishes. The restaurant takes its name (and many of its recipes) from Nellie Jonas, great-grandmother of the Jonas Brothers. It’s only fitting that bands should be frequently invited to perform live at this family-owned eatery. On Harbor House’s side of the river, locals visit Tony’s Bar, a beloved neighborhood dive and biker bar that’s been running for nearly 40 years strong. For quick grocery runs, locals stop by Nichols Food Store at the Marathon gas station. Other stores just a few miles from Harbor House include Aldi, Family Dollar and Food Lion.

Harbor House locals can visit Downtown Belmont and the nostalgic Main Street just minutes away.
Harbor House locals can visit Downtown Belmont and the nostalgic Main Street just minutes away.
Nellie's is a top rated restaurants for Harbor House locals to visit in nearby Belmont.
Nellie's is a top rated restaurants for Harbor House locals to visit in nearby Belmont.
Nichols Food Shop is the definition of a convenient stop with their location in Harbor House.
Nichols Food Shop is the definition of a convenient stop with their location in Harbor House.
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An outdoor center for thrill-seekers

The US National Whitewater Center is an adventurer’s paradise. “That’s an awesome place to visit,” Hall says. “You can do whitewater rafting on a manmade course and mountain biking and extensive high ropes courses. They also have a mobile ice rink that they put out during winter.” A 70-acre off-leash dog park was recently added to the center. Iswa Nature Preserve offers miles of trails for hikers to explore, along with riverbanks for fishing. On the other side of the Catawba is Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park, fitted with a modern, nature-themed playground and a launch for canoes and kayaks.

The White Water Center offers a unique and fun experience nearby to Harbor House.
The White Water Center offers a unique and fun experience nearby to Harbor House.
Harbor House locals are close the the ever popular White Water Center.
Harbor House locals are close the the ever popular White Water Center.
The Belmont Farmers Market has some great local food options to try while shopping.
The Belmont Farmers Market has some great local food options to try while shopping.
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Events that promote physical activity

The US National Whitewater Center is a hotbed of events. Highlights include Flow Fest, a celebration of physical and mental wellness with activities such as yoga and massage group workshops, and Tuck Fest, a multi-day music and outdoors festival that brings out amateur and professional athletes who compete in bike races, kayak races and more.

The Iswa Nature Preserve in Harbor House is a great place for a walk.
The Iswa Nature Preserve in Harbor House is a great place for a walk.
With much to offer, Harbor House has something for everyone in an amazing location.
With much to offer, Harbor House has something for everyone in an amazing location.
There is fun for everyone at the Charlotte Speedway less than 30 minutes from Harbor House.
There is fun for everyone at the Charlotte Speedway less than 30 minutes from Harbor House.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

14 min drive

Bus

Scott Futrell Dr & 3709

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Scott Futrell Dr & Billy Graham Pkwy

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Amazon Distribution Center

Bus

Scott Futrell Dr & 4101

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Scott Futrell Dr & Little Rock Rd

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Wilkinson Blvd & Harlee Ave

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Wilkinson Blvd & Dmsi

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Harbor House US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$397,500
Median Single Family Price
$397,000
Median Townhouse Price
$759,100
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
3.40
Median List Price
$417,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
261
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,632
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,914
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,600
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$60,205
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,653

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%

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®

11 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

13 / 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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