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Harmony

Harmony

Neighborhood in North Carolina

Iredell County 27020, 28625, 28634, 28660

$309,223 Average Value
$192 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Harmony, a quaint rural community

Most folks who live in Harmony either grew up in the area or moved in for quiet country living. “A lot of people realized during the pandemic that they didn’t want to be couped up in cities like Charlotte anymore,” says Ted Benbow, a real estate agent who lists land in the area for Mossy Oak Properties Land and Luxury. “In Harmony, people can work remotely and have a tractor and piece of land.” Although Harmony was not incorporated until 1927, people began congregating in the area in 1846 for the annual Harmony Hill Camp Meeting, a two-week religious revival. Worshippers would roll in on covered wagons, pitch their tents and join together in prayer and song. Like they always have, many of Harmony’s residents make their livings farming livestock and crops. The area is also home to a Lowe's regional warehouse and Southern Distilling Company, which produced 20,000 barrels of liquor in 2022.

Affordably priced homes

Home prices in Harmony are cheaper than in the nearest cities like Charlotte and Greensboro. A 1950s two-bedroom, one-bathroom home is valued at $55,000. A three-bedroom, one-bathroom 1960s ranch-style is valued at $200,000. A three-bedroom, two-bathroom 1870 farmhouse with two gas fireplaces and enough yard space for chickens and gardening has a $250,000 sales price. A three-bedroom, three-bathroom 1980s single-family home with a large enough porch for relaxing with several friends is valued at $400,000.

A quiet morning along this Harmony street.
A quiet morning along this Harmony street.
A row of brick ranch homes in Harmony.
A row of brick ranch homes in Harmony.
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A family park and a hunting preserve

Homebuyers are drawn to Harmony’s pastoral landscape, and all homeowners have immediate access to rich natural scenery just by looking out their windows. At Tomlinson-Moore Family Park, people enjoy the paved walking trails, the playground, the horseshoe pits, the picnic shelter and the volleyball net. Some of Harmony’s residents spend weekends at Quail Haven Hunting Preserve. The preserve offers both guided and non-guided hunts.

Local businesses and big-box retail

Gunter’s Wing Shack is a popular local haunt among residents of Harmony. People come there to enjoy bar fare and beer. Gunter’s Country Store serves burgers, barbecue sandwiches and bacon and eggs. Residents buy plants to fill their yards at Harmony Gardens Nursery. Locals buy animal feed, seeds and landscaping tools at Lowry’s. Harmony residents stop by Dollar General for everyday necessities such as breakfast cereal, over-the-counter medication, soda and batteries. Many local farmers buy and sell cattle, goats and sheep at Harward Brothers Livestock Market. “There aren't as many shopping options in Harmony as some people might like," says Deanna Williams, a broker associate for Tarheel Realty II who lives and works in the area. "If someone wants to get in a car and drive 20 minutes, they can get to those things.” Food Lion and Walmart are in Statesville about 14 miles from the center of Harmony. People also travel to Statesville to purchase gifts and rustic furnishings at Resettlers Antique Mall.

Community breakfasts and holiday celebrations

Harmony holds a 4th of July Community Breakfast where residents gather to dine on country classics like sausage gravy, grits, biscuits and ham. The community also holds a Christmas parade that first responders, the high school marching band, local political candidates and even Santa Claus have been known to participate in. Many of Harmony's residents also join together for the 3 Day Road Market, where locals have yard sales along US Highway 21.

Students enjoy North Iredell Middle School, located in Iredell County.
Students enjoy North Iredell Middle School, located in Iredell County.

Moderately rated public schools

Children attend Harmony Elementary School, which has a B-plus Niche rating and a 13-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. North Iredell Middle School has a B Niche rating and a 17-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. Many children move on to North Iredell High School, which has a C-plus Niche rating and a 91% graduation rate.

Direct highway access

Harmony is 54 miles from Charlotte via I-77 and 65 miles from Greensboro via I-40. US Highway 21 passes through Harmony, and locals use it to access Statesville. Recreational pilots might be interested in Stoneriver Airport, which is for private use.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Harmony US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$299,900
Median Single Family Price
$305,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Months of Supply
2.20
Median List Price
$324,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,803
Median Year Built
1974
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,602
Below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
87,120

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
8,657
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,022
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,905

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.9%
College Graduates
12.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
3''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

12 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

14 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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