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Marlwood

Marlwood

Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28227

Neighborhood Reviews
4.5
$315,544 Average Value
$204 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Marlwood is a walkable, established neighborhood

Marlwood is an established east Charlotte suburb with late 20th-century homes around every woodsy bend. Grassy lots meet the neighborhood's shaded sidewalk streets, where residents frequently take leisurely strolls and bike rides. McAlpine Creek meanders along the east end, feeding a rich natural landscape, while Marlwood's west side traces a busy connector tendering easy access to nearby shopping and restaurants. “You feel like you're in a rural area, but you're really close to everything," says Trena Miller, Realtor at Carolina Realty LINX, who’s been selling homes in the area for more than 15 years. Marlwood appeals to homebuyers seeking a quiet neighborhood with convenient proximity to the flourishing Queen City.

Marlwood’s got curb appeal

Homebuyers will find everything from ranch styles and split-levels to Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods settled into the region's rolling valleys. Marlwood homes peek out from behind tall spindly oaks, underscoring the area's privacy and seclusion from bustling Uptown, Charlotte's central business district, 9 miles west. Prices range from $250,000 to $400,000. Homes here leave the market faster than in other close-in, higher-dollar areas. “It’s one of those places where things are still pretty affordable,” says Heather Reagor, a Realtor with Carolina Sky Real Estate Group, who’s been selling homes in the area for six years. “Anything under $350,000 moves really fast — within days. I had a home with multiple offers there.”

Marlwood offers nearby shopping and dining

Marlwood residents can tackle weekly grocery shopping at Harris Teeter, just south of the neighborhood on Wyalong Drive. Next door is Angela's Pizza and Restaurant, a cozy, family-owned Italian place serving pizza and pasta paired with imported wine or beer. East W.T. Harris Boulevard, the neighborhood's main thoroughfare is also an active hive of globally inspired eateries. King of Spicy is a local favorite for Indian and Nepalese fare. Regulars rave about the biryani and momo dishes served from the casual strip mall spot. After eating, errands can be handled a few steps away at the Dollar General or the Walmart Neighborhood Market across the street.

Students zoned to attend well-ranked Independence High School

Albemarle Road Elementary and Albemarle Road Middle are just west of the neighborhood, with a natural pathway connecting the two campuses. The middle school recently achieved a National Award of Merit from Magnet Schools of America and secured a spot on National Forum's “Schools to Watch” list. Last on the public school track for Marlwood students is Independence High, which in 2007 set the national record for the longest winning streak by a public school football team with 109 consecutive wins. Part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district, the schools earn C, C-plus and B-plus Niche grades.

Outdoor fun at Albemarle Road Park

It's easy to unwind outdoors in this outer Charlotte area. Albemarle Road Park, on East W.T. Harris Boulevard, butts up against the western border. The tidy neighborhood respite's small spread of green space brushes up against winding wooded trails, a go-to for peaceful hikes and dog walking. Next door, there’s a recreation center that’s a popular community gathering place for exercise classes, indoor sports and fun at the playground.

Highway 74 leads to Uptown

An easy 9-mile trip on Highway 74 leads Marlwood residents to bustling Uptown, for work or play. “The biggest draw to the area is that you’re close to the city center, but you get a suburban lifestyle,” Reagor says. “The proximity to Charlotte is great.” The Charlotte Area Transportation System serves the area with bus stops checkered along East W.T. Harris Boulevard and Idlewild Road, convenient for those who prefer a car-free commute. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 15 miles west. Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, an 874-bed facility, is 8 miles away via Monroe Road.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

30 min drive

Bus

Idlewild Rd & Cresthill Dr

Bus

Idlewild Rd & New Hampshire Dr

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Lawyers Rd & Walnut Grove Ln

Bus

Wt Harris Blvd & Denning Pl

Bus

Idlewild Rd & Cross Winds Rd

Bus

Idlewild Rd & Piney Grove Rd

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 2 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
6/16/2015 Niche Review
I enjoy the neighbors, and I enjoy the environment of the area.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$315,000
Median Single Family Price
$316,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$204
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$328,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,665
Median Year Built
1982
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,515
Significantly below the national average
1,935
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
5,448
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$50,502
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,516

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.7%
College Graduates
24.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%

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®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 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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