Although it may seem to be a part of Charlotte, Matthews is actually a separate town which was incorporated in 1879.

With a population of about 27,000 Matthews promotes a family atmosphere and benefits from its small town feel despite being located firmly within Mecklenburg county and the larger Charlotte metro area. 

The town has seen growth in small retail and restaurant locations its downtown area due to recent new construction and has numerous options for both.  There's also a very active year round Farmer's Market every Saturday.

Town of Matthews organizes a Summer Concert Series and Food Truck Fridays both at Stumptown Park as well as numerous other community events during the year. 

Homes in Matthews are available across all price ranges.   Many are subdivision homes although there are numerous older homes and more rural homes on larger lots within the town limits.  

Town of Matthews

• Matthews Playhouse
  
• Sante Restaurant
  
• Matthews Heritage Museum

Would you like to live in a great small town but have all the advantages of the big city just a few miles away?

Huntersville may just be the place for you!

Downtown Huntersville offers a selection of stores & restaurants, a regular Farmers' Market and Discovery Place Kids.

West of I-77 and at I-77 exit 25 there's additional shopping including the town-square feel of Birkdale Village and a good selection of chain/big box stores.

But there’s a lot more to Huntersville!  

There are numerous parks including Latta Plantation Park where you can explore the trails, kayak on Mountain Island Lake or go horseback riding.
Or you can check out Rural Hill where you can attend the Highland Games or explore the Maize Maze.

Golfers have several choices in the area including golf courses in the Skybrook and Northstone subdivisions both of which have homes starting in the high $200Ks.

Huntersville is at the southern end of Lake Norman - public boat launch for Lake Norman is available at Blythe Landing.

Town of Huntersville

• Latta Plantation Park
• Crafty Beer Guys
• Dresslers
• Savory Spice Shop

This is very much the place to live for Charlotte’s millennials! Many of the area’s older properties have been renovated and newer homes have been built to complement the Craftsman aesthetic of the neighbourhood. The area is walkable, and along with the neighbouring “Commonwealth” district to the south of Central Avenue offers a great selection of restaurants, bars, and stores.

Occasional opportunities still arise to buy un-renovated properties but prices reflect the popularity of the area. Many properties have had partial or full renovations and may include an additional story added to a former ranch style property. Prices for a fully renovated or new construction 2 story single family house will generally start in the $350s with prices in the $500s-$600s or even more not uncommon.

Very few homes are available in this area and most sell very quickly. If you like this area but can’t find a place then you could consider neighboring Commonwealth or Chantilly or the increasingly popular nearby Belmont or Villa Heights neighborhoods.

Plaza-Midwood Neighborhood Association

• Whiskey Warehouse – 1221 The Plaza
• Lunchbox Records – 1419 Central Ave.
• Midwood Park – 2100 Wilhemina Ave