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Westerly Hills

Westerly Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County 28208

Neighborhood Reviews
3.2
$275,285 Average Value
$249 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

An established neighborhood 4 miles from Uptown

Through the sun-dappled canopy of evergreens and old-growth trees, planes soar high above this residential west Charlotte enclave. Westerly Hills is sandwiched between Uptown Charlotte and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, right along a main thoroughfare that is slated to receive its own light rail line. “The best part about it is how close you are to Uptown,” says Rachel Regalado, a Realtor with Red Cedar Realty. “You’re within 10 or so minutes, and you don’t even have to get on the highway.” But despite all the nearby activity and the prime location that’s been turning heads from investors, Westerly Hills maintains its laidback, leafy-green character. Combined with lower-than-average housing costs, this close-in suburb draws buyers seeking the best of both worlds.

Tall oak trees line the streets of the Westerly Hills neighborhoods.
Tall oak trees line the streets of the Westerly Hills neighborhoods.
Diverse home styles can be found around the streets of Westerly Hills.
Diverse home styles can be found around the streets of Westerly Hills.
Uptown Charlotte is only minutes away from Westerly Hills.
Uptown Charlotte is only minutes away from Westerly Hills.
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Midcentury constructions mingle with newly renovated properties

This established neighborhood has plenty of mature trees and older homes, with some bungalows dating back to the 1920s. Ranch-style and split-level homes sit atop sloping hillsides and grassy lawns edged by narrow sidewalks. Most of these houses were built between the 1940s and ‘60s and feature carports or detached garages. In more recently developed sections of the neighborhood, New Traditional homes with vinyl siding cluster close together but boast enough room in the backyard for a children’s playset. As developers eye this area for growth, new constructions and refurbished properties are starting to appear on the market. While these new builds can be priced at $400,000, renovation-ready homes can sell for around $200,000. “A lot of people also like that area for the Airbnb market,” adds Kathryn Cook-Crespo, broker and Realtor with Nestlewood Realty. “Any house in that area is a great investment because it’s so close to the airport. You’ll see a lot of crash pads for flight attendants, and you have the freedom to do that because there’s no homeowners association.”

Wonderful new builds are popping up across Westerly Hills like this farmhouse inspired home.
Wonderful new builds are popping up across Westerly Hills like this farmhouse inspired home.
Brick ranch style homes are the most common type of home around Westerly Hills.
Brick ranch style homes are the most common type of home around Westerly Hills.
Many older homes have been well maintained and updated in Westerly Hills.
Many older homes have been well maintained and updated in Westerly Hills.
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Cafes, diners and neighborhood watering holes

Errands are easy with a Walmart Supercenter along Wilkinson Boulevard. Thanks to the neighborhood's proximity to the airport, a couple of chain restaurants and a wealth of hotels can be found along I-85, but more and more small businesses are finding success in this lower-cost side of town. CupLux Coffee is a close-by caffeine fix right across the street from Po Boy’s Low Country Seafood, a local favorite quick-serve joint famous for its variety of po boy sandwiches that range from catfish to alligator. Carolina Family Restaurant has been a neighborhood mainstay for almost 50 years, accommodating hungry locals in its old-school diner-style digs. On Friday nights, folks head down to Coyote Joe’s to dance the night away in this country bar complete with a mechanical bull and line dancing.

Southern home cooking and a sense of family is easy to find at Carolina Family Restaurant.
Southern home cooking and a sense of family is easy to find at Carolina Family Restaurant.
Mister 3's Crab Pot is an incredible hidden gem for incredible seafood nearby Westerly Hills.
Mister 3's Crab Pot is an incredible hidden gem for incredible seafood nearby Westerly Hills.
Chicken King is a hidden gem that locals get excited for in Westerly Hills.
Chicken King is a hidden gem that locals get excited for in Westerly Hills.
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Skip the traffic into Uptown

Westerly Hills is planted just below I-85 along major thoroughfares such as Wilkinson Boulevard, making it a 4-mile straight shot into Uptown. The Charlotte Douglas International Airport is even closer — residents can reach the terminal in just 3 miles or less than 10 minutes. While this is a car-dependent suburb, public transit options are steadily improving. Charlotte Area Transit System buses already serve the area, and the planned LYNX Silver Line will run along Wilkinson Boulevard, connecting the airport and Uptown. Many residents and business owners in the area are bracing for significant growth once the new light rail line is complete.

Westerly Hills residents have convenient and easy access to I-85.
Westerly Hills residents have convenient and easy access to I-85.
Westerly Hills is a quick and easy commute to anywhere around Charlotte with its location.
Westerly Hills is a quick and easy commute to anywhere around Charlotte with its location.
CATS buses have routes running along all the main thoroughfares of Westerly Hills.
CATS buses have routes running along all the main thoroughfares of Westerly Hills.
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Neighborhood green space and indoor challenge courses

Tall trees and a rustic picket fence encircle Westerly Hills Park. This small patch of green space follows a tributary of Taggart Creek and is a popular outdoor gathering space for residents whose homes back right up to the playground. The shelter is perfect for cookouts while watching the kids let loose on the ballfield or the basketball court. For indoor fun, folks head to the nearby District 57, a sprawling entertainment complex with a dystopian theme. In this industrial space, visitors can play laser tag or test their teamwork in a 30-room challenge arena, all while sipping on self-pour beverages and snacking on pizza.

Westerly Hills Park has large green spaces and trails to enjoy in Westerly Hills.
Westerly Hills Park has large green spaces and trails to enjoy in Westerly Hills.
Westerly Hills residents can also head West to enjoy adventures at the White Water Center.
Westerly Hills residents can also head West to enjoy adventures at the White Water Center.
District 57 offers mental and physical activities, games and puzzles in Westerly Hills.
District 57 offers mental and physical activities, games and puzzles in Westerly Hills.
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Students receive a strong STEM-based foundation

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are conveniently close to home. Parents walk their little ones to school at Westerly Hills Academy before they move up to Wilson STEM Academy. The middle school is a partial magnet for computer science and engineering and integrates STEM principles such as problem-solving and teamwork into the core curriculum. Public school students round out their education at Harding University High. All three schools score a C grade from Niche.

Harding University High School offers youth many great opportunities in Westerly Hills.
Harding University High School offers youth many great opportunities in Westerly Hills.
Westerly Hills Academy prepares their student body of nearly 450 for a bright future.
Westerly Hills Academy prepares their student body of nearly 450 for a bright future.
Wilson STEM Academy lends to 6-8 grade students of Westerly Hills.
Wilson STEM Academy lends to 6-8 grade students of Westerly Hills.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Charlotte/Douglas International

12 min drive

Bus

Wilkinson Blvd & Alleghany St

Bus

Ashley & Allegany

Bus

Carlyle Dr & Wilson Ave

Bus

Carrowmore Pl & Thornton Rd

Bus

Ashley Rd & Alleghany St

Bus

Alleghany St & 2300

Bus

Carlyle Dr & Paisley Pl

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
3/5/2016 Niche Review
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$290,000
Median Single Family Price
$292,500
Median Townhouse Price
$399,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Months of Supply
5.10
Median List Price
$299,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
723
Median Year Built
1962
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,155
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,399
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

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
3,131
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$52,055
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,673

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.8%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%

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®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

39 / 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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NEIGHBORHOOD
Westerly Hills
Angie Castro
Monarch Group Realty
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