Hi, I’m Maureen, broker-owner of SellYourHomeCharlotte.com. Just northeast of Plaza Midwood sits a trio of 1950s-era ranch neighborhoods where quarter-acre yards, fresh food spots, and 12-minute Uptown commutes still come without luxury-level price tags. This guide breaks down what it really costs to buy here, why buyers love the lifestyle, and where growth is headed next.
Quick-Glance Numbers
Metric | Snapshot |
Median sale price | ~ $475 K |
Typical price range | Original ranches $375 K–$475 K • Renovated ranch/split $500 K–$650 K • Infill craftsman up to $900 K |
Typical lot size | 0.20 – 0.35 ac (larger than Plaza Midwood) |
Commute to Uptown | 4 mi / ≈ 12 min by car • 18 min bike via Shamrock Dr → The Plaza |
WalkScore hotspot | Mid-70s around Shamrock Dr & The Plaza |
Affordability snapshot
10 % down at 7 % puts a $475 K home near $3,400 / mo PITI. Lenders like ≤ 35 % DTI, so a household income of roughly $115 K keeps things comfortable.
Five Reasons Buyers Zero-In on CCH & Plaza Shamrock
- Bigger yards, lower price tag – Quarter-acre lawns and mature oaks still cost ~25 % less than comparable homes in Plaza Midwood.
- Shamrock Food + Drink corridor – Pub trivia and patio pints at Hattie’s Tap & Tavern (2918 The Plaza), craft-cocktail wizardry at Humbug (2501 The Plaza), plus espresso-to-nitro pours at Night Swim Coffee (1620 Oakhurst Commons Dr) keep weekends close to home. Mind Your P's & Q'sHumbugNight Swim Coffee
- Flip-friendly mid-century stock – Solid-brick ranches beg for paint, LVP floors, and open-kitchen layouts—investors love the upside.
- Easy east-side access – Five-minute hop to NoDa, Plaza Midwood, and the coming Eastland Yards entertainment hub.
- Parks & Greenways – Kilborne Park disc golf, Shamrock Park’s playground revamp, and a planned greenway link to the Cross-Charlotte Trail.
Housing Snapshot
Home type | Typical list price | Inventory | 5-yr appreciation* |
Original 1950-60s ranch | $375 K–$475 K | Moderate | 6.8 % |
Renovated ranch / split-level | $500 K–$650 K | Low (< 1 mo) | 8.2 % |
New-build craftsman (2018+) | $700 K–$900 K | Very low | 9.1 % |
Schools
- Shamrock Gardens ES – new media lab & outdoor classrooms
- Eastway Middle (IB MYP) – Spanish dual-language track, 10-min drive
- Garinger High – IB Diploma; campus overhaul underway
- Charter: VERITAS Community School (K-6) – project-based learning & gardening
Upcoming Projects
Project | What’s coming | Timeline |
Shamrock Drive “Complete Street” | Sidewalks, bike lanes & pocket plazas from Florida Ave to Flamingo Ave | Design 2025 • Build 2026-2028 City of Charlotte |
Kilborne Park refresh | New playground surfacing, shaded picnic grove | Opens late 2025 |
Eastland Yards shuttle loop | Proposed CATS line linking Plaza Shamrock to the 69-acre redevelopment & Blue Line | In planning |
FAQs
- Is there an HOA? Most streets have none; newer infill enclaves may impose light covenants.
- Can I build an ADU? Yes—lots meet Charlotte’s UDO guidelines; rear-setback rules apply.
- What about safety near Kilborne Park? CMPD added lights & patrols; crime stats match city averages—ask me for the latest report.
- Best ROI renovation? Open up the kitchen and update the primary bath.
- Most walkable blocks? Around Shamrock Dr & The Plaza where WalkScores hover in the mid-70s.
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Ready to Make a Move?
- Call / Text: (704) 621-3066
- Email: [email protected]
- Book a consult: 15-min Zoom
