$335,118Average Value$269Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Green spaces, commerical spaces and tranquil residential roads
The rush of Charlotte’s development boom is trickling into Sugar Creek. This north Charlotte neighborhood holds two expansive parks that meet growing commercial landscapes and uniquely slow residential streets. Sugar Creek's trees are older, and lot sizes are much larger than many surrounding neighborhoods. This well-positioned area has historically been overlooked, but the centralized location is a promising draw for new buyers. “It’s becoming more and more of an urban, industrial area,” says Cheralyn Lambeth, staff member at Historic Rosedale, an 1815 house museum perched in the heart of Sugar Creek.
Large newly built communities are a great way for many to join the bustling Sugar Creek area.
The vibrant and lively NODA is a major draw for nearby Sugar Creek residents.
Residents of Sugar Creek have many options for getting around due to the close proximity.
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A mixed residential landscape in Sugar Creek
Most Sugar Creek homes are irregularly platted, with the ebb and flow of city growth over the years. Price points hover around $275,000, and buyers will find a mixed residential landscape. Renovated ranch styles with compact floor plans sell for $250,000, while sleek new builds with contemporary designs cluster in tidy sidewalk subdivisions, selling for $500,000. Multi-family residences also have a growing presence in this transitional neighborhood. Limited inventory drives a competitive market here, with properties selling within a few weeks of listing. Locals predict that Sugar Creek will experience infrastructure advancements and a widening pool of interested buyers. “They’re currently doing a large renovation project on one of the old mills here, which will become apartments and lofts” Lambeth says. “We’re seeing a lot more of that.”
Smaller ranch style homes with large yards allow for quiet neighborhoods around Sugar Creek.
Communities with clean cut lawns and well kept homes are spread throughout Sugar Creek.
Great renovations are bringing new life to many of the homes all around Sugar Creek.
Old growth trees and amazing updated ranch style homes are common on the streets of Sugar Creek.
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Public schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg district
Kids growing up in Sugar Creek can attend Highland Renaissance Academy and Martin Luther King Jr. Middle, both receiving an overall grade of C from Niche, before continuing to West Charlotte High to earn their diplomas. The local high school earns an overall C-minus from Niche. Buyers can also explore a wide selection of nearby charter and private education options.
West Charlotte High School Entrance
Garinger High School is a public school in Charlotte.
Sugar Creek Charter School is a top marked institution for local youth to attend.
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Charlotte has plenty of delightfulgreen spaces for the whole family
The Sugar Creek Park has a little something for everyone. Locals can walk along the woodsy trails or bring a picnic in the covered shelters. Kids can corral for a basketball game or gather for a match at the tennis courts, which are frequently busy during Charlotte's warmer months. Derita Park's small spread of green space is a good alternative for locals looking for a low-key getaway where Sugar Creek residents walk their dogs along the short trails or watch the kids at the playground.
Fridays bring the local vendor outdoor market nearby for Sugar Creek locals.
Noda is a great small area filled with murals, dining, shopping and other entertainment.
Walkability and large variety of entertainment is a great part of the Sugar Creek lifestyle.
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A wide array of eateries to satisfy any craving
Compare Foods Supermarket is the closest stop for weekly grocery shops. Sugar Creek’s nearby dining options are as varied as its housing stock. Floyds is a neighborhood hot spot serving heaping portions of soul food staples like cornbread, collards and fried chicken. Samoha African Cuisine's national dishes pack a flavorful punch from its no-frills, buffet-style outpost. Amélie's French Bakery and Café will take care of the sweet tooth and caffeine fix with its delectable Parisian pastries and specialty coffees. Locals head toward the train tracks to unwind with a frosty draft at Divine Barrel Brewing.
Floyd's serves up some of the best Southern Comfort food in the city right out of Sugar Creek.
Summit Coffee is a popular coffee destination near the Lightrail Station for Sugar Creek locals.
Haberdish is a popular and unique dining option just minutes away for Sugar Creek residents.
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Walkability and large variety of entertainment is a great part of the Sugar Creek lifestyle.
Vibrant events in Camp North End
Charlotteans travel from all over the city to visit Camp North End. The vibrant industrial complex houses rotating food stalls, public art and creative shops. The multi-warehouse compound historically operated as a World War II-era missile development factory. Nowadays, the mixed-use facility hosts well-attended events and a growing list of locally owned businesses.
Plenty of public transit options to get around Charlotte and beyond
Sugar Creek locals live right on top of Charlotte's most sought-after neighborhoods, but buyers can set down roots at comparatively accessible price points. Residents are a 4-mile ride from Uptown with plenty of nearby public transportation options. The Charlotte Area Transit System serves the neighborhood with several bus stops, and locals can hop on the light rail for a seamless commute into the heart of the city.
Sugar Creek locals have quick and easy access to the light rail station in NoDa in minutes.
Lightrail is an easy and convenient carless transit option in Sugar Creek.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sugar Creek
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
10
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sugar Creek, Charlotte sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sugar Creek, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $392,812, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
4,304
Median Age
35
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,354
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,844
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
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®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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