Today’s spotlight is on Berkeley Homes Charlotte NC! Looking to buy a home in a wonderful neighborhood in South Charlotte NC? This beautiful neighborhood has it all: classic, well-built homes on .3 acre+ lots, top-ranked South Charlotte public schools, a fabulous LOCATION, and steady home values! Want to buy a home for sale in Berkeley Neighborhood Charlotte NC? Read on for the full scoop on this popular South Charlotte neighborhood!
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Berkeley Homes Charlotte NC are Classic!
I love Berkeley homes in South Charlotte! The quality of construction is quite evident, and pride of ownership is evident throughout Berkeley neighborhood. Most homes are full-brick, and have a traditional center-hall floor plan. The homes are large enough to accommodate most families, with 4 bedrooms and 2.5+ bathrooms, and an average of about 3,200 square feet. You’ll find homes with beautiful hardwood floors (classic style, NOT Pergo!) Many homes have updated kitchens and bathrooms – others are awaiting your personal updating choices, and are priced accordingly.
The lots in Berkeley are beautifully landscaped, and range from 1/3 acre to 1/2 acre! You just can’t beat Berkeley homes Charlotte NC – it’s a popular destination for families seeking top-notch public schools and a location that is convenient for shopping, restaurants, golf courses and commuting to Uptown Charlotte or the bustling Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Berkeley Homes Charlotte NC – Great Public Schools!
Having top-ranked South Charlotte public schools is important for many families, not only for the extraordinary education provided to students, but also for maintaining great real estate values! The Berkeley homesCharlotte NC are zoned for some of the best public schools in Charlotte NC!
Providence High School is the top-ranked public high school in Charlotte, NC, both for end-of-grade test scores for for SAT scores. Newsweek Magazine recently ranked Providence High School #186 out of 10,000 public high schools across the country! The academic standards at Providence High School are rigorous, and graduates are well-prepared for college and beyond. Providence High School has a proficiency rating of 96.3% in 2010 – 2011, earning the title “Honor School of Excellence” in the NC ABCs of Public Education program. All three of my children attended Providence High School (my youngest is in 10th grade), and I can attest to the quality of education received at this school!
Jay M. Robinson Middle School is ranked #3 out of 32 middle schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) system, just slightly behind two IB middle schools! This high-achieving middle school is within walking distance of some sections of Berkeley neighborhood. Providence High School teachers consistently state that students entering high school from JM Robinson are very well prepared for the rigors of high school! JM Robinson earned a proficiency rating of 98.5 in 2010-2011, earning the “Honor School of Excellence” rating.
Providence Spring Elementary (PSE) School is the top-ranked public elementary school in Charlotte NC, out of 84 elementary schools! With a proficiency rating of 98.9%, PSE is once again an “Honor School of Excellence.” With dynamo principal Diane Adams at the helm, Providence Spring Elementary School is destined to remain at the top of the rankings!
Berkeley Homes Charlotte NC – Real Estate Values
Despite the national housing market downtown, Berkeley has enjoyed relatively steady home values. As the table below reveals, the average sales price for Berkeley homes for sale in 2011 was almost $410,000, an 11.94% decrease from the peak Berkeley real estate market in 2006!
Currently, there are only 6 homes for sale in Berkeley in South Charlotte, NC, ranging in price from $349,900 to $460,000. The current 3 month absorption rate in Berkeley neighborhood is only 6 months! Absorption rate analysis is a helpful way to determine the movement of inventory in an area. It measures how long it would take to sell off the existing inventory of homes for sale at the current rate of sales. A balanced market between buyers and sellers is about 6 months. Berkeley’s absorption rate indicates that the market is now fairly balanced, so if you’re thinking of buying a home for sale in Berkeley in Charlotte NC, now would be a great time to check out the neighborhood!
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Things to Do in Berkeley Neighborhood – Great Location!
Berkeley is conveniently located near the intersection of Providence Road and Ballantyne Commons Parkway. For your shopping needs, the Arboretum Shopping Center, Stonecrest Shopping Center, and Promenade Shopping Center are all within a 5 minute drive! For pure destination shopping, the upscale Southpark Mall is just 15 minutes away. You’ll find shopping at large retail stores as well as smaller boutique-style shops, and tons of popular restaurants, bars and cafes.
Commuting is a cinch from Berkeley neighborhood in South Charlotte NC! Uptown Charlotte is an easy 30-35 minute commute, and catching a flight at Charlotte Douglas International Airport will take about 45 minutes, including parking!
For sports and recreation, you can enjoy golf, tennis and a wide array of youth sports activities. Many Berkeley neighborhood families join the popular Providence Plantation Racquet and Swim Club, where you can enjoy year-round tennis league and social play, clinics and lessons for women, men and juniors. For a great youth sports organization, check out the Matthews Athletic Recreation Association, where kids can enjoy football, baseball, softball, basketball, and cheerleading, as well as baseball/softball for special needs youth.
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Berkeley Homes Charlotte NC Real Estate Expert
South Charlotte NC is definitely a popular destination for people moving into the area. You’ll find beautiful neighborhoods like Berkeley and a thriving shopping, dining and recreation scene. Some of Charlotte’s best public schools are located in South Charlotte!
I’m a South Charlotte Realtor® – I live and work here, and it would be my pleasure to help you with your South Charlotte real estate needs. If you are thinking about selling your Berkeley home love to share my 21-point marketing plan that combines new technology with good old hard work! If you’re looking to buy a home in Berkeley, please contact me so we can talk about finding the best home and neighborhood for YOU!
Come have a chat with me at our brand new Savvy + Co. Real Estate office in the heart of Ballantyne Village. You’ll soon find out why Savvy just “gets it!” We combine smart real estate with nice people, and what you get is an AWESOME real estate experience! I look forward to hearing from you!
Melissa Brown, Broker/Realtor® 704-654-9700 (cell) Melissa@MelissaBrownHomes.com Savvy + Co. Real Estate 14825 Ballantyne Village Way, Suite 165 Charlotte, NC 28277
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