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Hickory Grove

Hickory Grove

Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28215

$348,491 Average Value
$192 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

East Charlotte suburb with a tucked-away feel

Hickory Grove harnesses the pastoral landscape of its farmland past. Roughly 9 miles east of Uptown, this established neighborhood south of Reedy Creek Nature Preserve is known for its lakes, ponds and dense tree cover. “You get a lot of peace and quiet,” says Angie Castro, a Realtor and broker in charge at Monarch Group Realty. “You feel like you’re far away from the city, but you’re really not, and the lots are so spacious you don’t have neighbors on top of you.” Castro, who lives near the neighborhood, adds that Hickory Grove is experiencing a trend of renovation and new construction. “There’s a mixture of people moving in from out of town and people who have owned for a long time and know everybody.” More than a dozen houses of worship dot the area, including Hickory Grove Baptist Church. “A lot of people in the neighborhood go to the church. It is a huge, huge church,” Castro says.

Hickory Grove residents are within a short commute to Uptown Charlotte and the UNCC campus.
Hickory Grove residents are within a short commute to Uptown Charlotte and the UNCC campus.
Hickory Grove allows residents to enjoy and relax in beautiful surroundings around every corner.
Hickory Grove allows residents to enjoy and relax in beautiful surroundings around every corner.
Hickory Grove Baptist Church is one of many denominations with a presence in Hickory Grove.
Hickory Grove Baptist Church is one of many denominations with a presence in Hickory Grove.
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A blend of midcentury and New Traditional styles surrounded by trees

Meandering streets traverse Hickory Grove’s wooded rolling valleys. The lush tree cover changes from deep shades of green to bright pops of red, yellow and orange in the fall. Largely developed between the 1950s and 1970s, the neighborhood primarily features brick ranch-style homes, split-levels and Colonial Revivals resting on ½ acre lots. With no homeowners associations, these spacious properties are landscaped to individual taste. Some backing up to Delta and Linda Lakes feature small docks. While exteriors are largely unchanged, Castro says many buyers renovate inside. “A lot of these homes are grand and well maintained, just outdated,” she says. Up-to-date New Traditional designs and newly built homes are popping up in the neighborhood’s northern and southern ends. Most single-family homes fall between $350,000 and $475,000, but new construction starts at $500,000 and can reach $650,000. Castro notes, “Homes in South Charlotte will run you twice the price.” There are also condos available from $145,000 to $200,000.

Mid century enthusiasts can a perfect match with huge yards in Hickory Grove.
Mid century enthusiasts can a perfect match with huge yards in Hickory Grove.
There are many newer modern traditional style homes throughout Hickory Grove.
There are many newer modern traditional style homes throughout Hickory Grove.
Southern style and charm is showcased extraordinarily by the homes of Hickory Grove.
Southern style and charm is showcased extraordinarily by the homes of Hickory Grove.
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Grove Park Elementary provides a new place to learn

Hickory Grove is zoned for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The recently built Grove Park Elementary opened for the first time in August of 2023. The school, not yet rated by Niche, is relieving overcrowding at three other schools and features 45 colorful classrooms. “The community is excited about the new school. The city is really investing in this side of town,” Castro says. Northridge Middle sits next door. The magnet school, earning a C-plus, incorporates computer science and coding into its curriculum and features a makerspace lab. Rocky River High is about 9 miles away. The C-plus-rated school offers various extracurricular activities, from e-sports and theatre clubs to JROTC and National Honor Society. Hickory Grove Christian School, which receives an A rating, and The Nest Academy, which is unrated, are nearby private options. Castro says many neighborhood families opt for public charter schools like Commonwealth High School, earning a C-minus.

Community support enriches the experience at Grove Park Elementary.
Community support enriches the experience at Grove Park Elementary.
A unique brick entrance to Northridge Middle in Charlotte.
A unique brick entrance to Northridge Middle in Charlotte.
Rocky River High School is a large high school in Hickory Grove.
Rocky River High School is a large high school in Hickory Grove.
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Families connect with nature at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve

Delta Creek Park sits in the heart of the neighborhood. The small green space near Linda Lake features a short, paved walking path that passes by a carved wood sculpture of woodland animals resting on a hollow tree stump. Reedy Creek Nature Center and Preserve brushes against the neighborhood’s north end, offering 927 acres of forested land to explore on over 10 miles of wooded trails. The historic preserve has been carefully tended since the early 1700s and is teeming with wildlife, some of which can be seen up close at the nature center. Next door is Reedy Creek Park, popular for disc golf, volleyball and cricket. The Play 60 Challenge Course is a unique feature that lets visitors train like the Carolina Panthers Football team by taking on an obstacle course that tests strength, agility and speed. South of the neighborhood, golfers go for rounds at the public 18-hole Charles T. Myer Golf Course.

Reedy Creek Park is a popular destination for Hickory Grove residents.
Reedy Creek Park is a popular destination for Hickory Grove residents.
Hickory Grove locals can enjoy a peaceful stroll at Delta Creek Park or the many others nearby.
Hickory Grove locals can enjoy a peaceful stroll at Delta Creek Park or the many others nearby.
There is a popular basketball court in the forest of Reedy Creek Park.
There is a popular basketball court in the forest of Reedy Creek Park.
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Commuting to Uptown and University City

Hickory Grove may offer a tucked-away feel. However, it’s only about 9 miles from Charlotte’s Center City. “We have a bus system, but you will definitely need a car,” Castro says. “You’re right on E W.T. Harris Boulevard, so you can get to Plaza really quickly and get into town. Then you have Independence Boulevard.” East W. T. Harris Boulevard connects to University City and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, just over 5 miles north. University City, the neighborhood surrounding the UNCC campus, is one of the fastest-growing communities in the city and has cultivated a lively student culture with bars, dining hotspots and plenty of retail. This booming area is also home to more than 20 regional offices for Fortune 500 companies and a Lynx Blue Line light rail extension that connects to Uptown Charlotte. The Interstate 485 loop is a few miles west. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly a 16 to 19-mile drive, depending on the route.

Cars zip along W. T. Harris Blvd, the heartbeat of Hickory Grove.
Cars zip along W. T. Harris Blvd, the heartbeat of Hickory Grove.
The light rail is a great choice easily accessed by Hickory Grove locals for car-free travel.
The light rail is a great choice easily accessed by Hickory Grove locals for car-free travel.
Hickory Grove offers locals easy and convenient travel to both UNCC and Uptown Charlotte.
Hickory Grove offers locals easy and convenient travel to both UNCC and Uptown Charlotte.
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Diverse flavors at East Town Market

East Charlotte is known for its international eats, and Central American flavors can be found around East Town Market. The shopping center is home to Compare Foods, a grocery chain featuring Latin American goods. A community favorite, Restaurante Y Panaderia Salvadoreña serves authentic Salvadoran cuisine, while Pollo Campero is a Guatemalan chain specializing in fried and grilled chicken. Castro loves to get tacos at C-Town Express, a small market a few miles south of the neighborhood. She says the trendy Plaza Midwood and NoDa districts are a short drive away for hip restaurants and vibrant nightlife. Food Lion, Walmart Neighborhood Market, Walgreens are scattered along E W.T. Harris Boulevard.

There are a variety of Latin American inspired restaurants spread throughout Hickory Grove.
There are a variety of Latin American inspired restaurants spread throughout Hickory Grove.
There are many shopping centers with dining and more spread all around Hickory Grove.
There are many shopping centers with dining and more spread all around Hickory Grove.
El Pollo Campero is a popular spot for quick and delicious meals in the heart of Hickory grove.
El Pollo Campero is a popular spot for quick and delicious meals in the heart of Hickory grove.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Concord-Padgett Regional

23 min drive

Bus

Wt Harris Blvd & Grove Park Blvd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hickory Grove US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$370,000
Median Single Family Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Price
$381,072
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$155,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Months of Supply
4.30
Median List Price
$369,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,858
Median Year Built
1986
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,924
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,806
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
997
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,988

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,535
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,998
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,453

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
27%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

21 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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