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Charlotte’s Festival in the Park

Monday, August 15th, 2011

Freedom Park is located between the popular Charlotte neighborhoods of Myers Park and Dilworth. Since 1964, this wonderful spot has been host to the Festival in the Park, an award–winning, annual gathering that brings renowned artists and live music to the residents of Charlotte.

It’s set to take place from September 23rd – with events kicking off at 4:00 pm – through September 25th – events wrapping up around 6:00 pm. The Southeast Tourism Society has named the upcoming festival as one of their top 20 events for September, and in years past, Sunshine Artists Magazine placed it among its top 200 festivals.

So what is all the hype about? The festival draws over 100,000 attendees each year, and over 21 states are represented by the many acclaimed artists showing their work. There are seven different stages – including a clown stage, magician stage and youth talent stage – as well as a family fun zone.  Something very special about Festival in the Park is the fact that it is organized and implemented almost solely through the efforts of volunteers. And with 150 plus artists and over 1,000 performers of all sorts, keeping this festival on its feet – maintaining its laid back atmosphere and history, while keeping things fresh – requires a lot of effort, energy and commitment.

According to the festival’s website: “The Festival is made possible by many groups and individuals. A sampling of the organizations who actively participate in bringing art and entertainment to the Festival are Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, Carolina Raptor Center, the Carolina Clowns, the Magicians’ Stage, the Charlotte Folk Society, the Actors Crib and the Jazz Arts Initiative. We welcome them and the many others who help make the Festival possible.”

With all of the artists, performers and festival attendees, you’ll likely be faced with a parking problem. The Festival at the Park website recommends a few different options to help you out.

  • The LYNX Light Rail costs only $2.00 dollars and will run every half hour on its normal route during festival days.
  • After 5:00 pm on Friday, September 23rd, and all day Saturday and Sunday, people can park at Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School and Myers Park Traditional School. A free shuttle will be available to bus you to the festival, and the $10.00 dollar parking fee goes toward the respective schools.
  • The Carolinas Medical Center parking deck may offer additional spots, and some street parking options are available – if you’re lucky.

You are asked to be considerate of residents and not to park on their property. Law enforcement will be ticketing and towing illegally parked vehicles.

Other than parking, there are some basic park rules that should be observed during the festival. Pets, skateboards and roller – blading are prohibited. If you ride a bike to the festival, you’re asked to walk it once you arrive.

The most important rule, have a great time! For more information about what’s going on in your neighborhood this festival season, reach out to a local Charlotte Realtor who has a strong grasp on community events. Call Katie Gray at 704.560.9699.

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Myers Park Musings

Friday, January 14th, 2011

Charlotte homebuyers seeking culture, history, diversity and an aesthetically pleasant neighborhood need look no further than Myers Park. Streets are lined with trees and weave around schools, churches, parks and homes. It’s a very walkable community, neighboring Dilworth, Freedom Park and a bounty of restaurants, shops and theaters. You’ll find everything from new development to million-dollar mansions and restored bungalow-style homes in Myers Park.

Charlotte’s Myers Park is ripe with history. The Myers Park Homeowners Association has this to say about the community’s origins:

“In 1905, John Nolen, at thirty six, a recent Harvard graduate with a Masters in Landscape Architecture, came to Charlotte to interview George Stephens about designing Myers Park…The original plan for the George Stephens Company, the developers, was to form a streetcar community where all [residents] could walk to the streetcar lines, and visitors who came would be able to make a loop through the neighborhood and depart where the main street would join itself.”

Since the invention and widespread use of the automobile, changes have obviously been made to the layout of Myers Park. Yet, many people have been and still are greatly interested in this once-streetcar community. Dr. Dan L. Morrill published the paper “Myers Park: Charlotte’s Most Elegant Streetcar Suburb.” In 1986, Thomas W. Hanchett published the book “Legacy – The Myers Park Story.” It’s gone to print twice thanks to the efforts of the Myers Park Foundation.

If you’re looking to buy a Charlotte home in Myers Park, expect to pay at least $220,000 thousand – and that would be a true bargain. Trulia’s current real estate overview for the area cites the average listing price around $700,000.

Yet, residents will tell you it’s worth every cent. Myers Park is a community-minded, organized and historically rich Charlotte community where everyone contributes to the maintenance of its integrity. Get an insider’s view by touring available properties, and be sure to contact a real estate agent with experience managing Myers Park properties. Call Katie Gray at 706.560.9699.

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Newcomers and Long-Time Residents Agree, South Charlotte is a Great Place to Live

Friday, March 26th, 2010

It’s hard to please everyone, but South Charlotte is proving to do just that. Thought of by many as the gateway into the city for Charlotte’s new recruits, South Charlotte offers a mixture – city and country, development and respite, work and play – that’s fitting for young, old and everyone in between.

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A residential and working hub, South Charlotte is home to approximately 40,000 workers, which are all essential in the operation of its schools, businesses, government bodies and churches.

If you like to shop, dine out and hit the town, there’s Piedmont Town Center, SouthPark Mall, The Village at SouthPark, Morrison, Cotswold Village Shops and more city life to please.

If you consider yourself more of a country mouse, South Charlotte boasts several parks – Park Road Park, Col. Francis Beatty Park – two operating greenways, the McMullen and Lower McAlpine, quaint coffee shops, outdoor festivals, miles of trails for hiking and biking and close-knit community events.

There are places of worship for people of all faiths, as well as public and private schools – ranked high amongst Charlotte school systems – enough to educate students of all ages.

There is a booming luxury condominium market and a plethora of diverse single family dwellings.

You can find nearly any cuisine you can crave in addition to fresh produce markets and nurseries.

There are YMCAs and water parks, skyscrapers and award-winning salons.

Whether you’re fifteen or fifty, newly married or heading into retirement, there are amenities and accommodations in South Charlotte to meet your needs. Let a realtor show you a condo, a 1950s bungalow, a ranch style charmer…whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it in South Charlotte.

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Working to Make More Green in Myers Park

Friday, March 5th, 2010

In 1905, John Nolen, a Harvard-educated landscape designer, came to Charlotte and left a lasting impression. Myers Park no longer shuttle people here and there, the historical richness and uniqueness of Myers Park is strong, and it’s residents are doing all they can to maintain and improve their beloved community.

Going green is a popular way to improve most anything today – your home, your health, your family. The Myers Park Homeowners Association (MPHA) is working with residents to literally make more green in their community.

A tree planting initiative is under way, and with the help of donations and community support, 80 trees – costing approximately $25,000 – will be added to the landscape of Myers Park by the end of March 2010. The total cost of the tree planting program and summer watering plans will run closer to $30,000, however, so the MPHA offers these ideas for helping support the cause.

  • Join the MPHA and contribute as little as $10 annually to support the continuation of the tree fund. Over 80 percent already help and the more lasting the program, the more trees the MPHA will be able to plant in the future.
  • An additional $50 for every 100+ trees will help ensure the upkeep of Myers Park streetscapes, so pool funds with a neighbor to improve the scenery that you share.
  • You can sponsor a specific tree site for your street for $300. Leave your mark on the Myers Park landscape by selecting the exact place a tree will grow for years to come.
  • Have a tree planting fundraising party! Invite as many people as you know and collect as little or as much as possible to contribute toward the tree planting campaign.

    • Myers Park is comprised of long-time residents, families, newcomers and forward thinkers. The more trees they plant, the cleaner the air they breathe becomes. Trees fight erosion. They beautify the community. They provide wildlife habitats. They create shade. They signify the seasons. There are so many ways trees improve the quality of life and in Myers Park, things are definitely looking ‘greener.’

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Myers Park Country Club; Just One Magnificent Feature of Charlotte

Friday, November 20th, 2009

The golf course of Myers Park Country Club is just one of the many luxurious complexes that Charlotte has to offer guests and residents alike. The beautiful and modern design of the golf course was renovated last year, in 2008, by the world renowned golf course architect named Kris Spence. Since Charlotte had to replace the sewer main line that runs through the Myers Park course, it was a perfect time to renovate and add an extensive irrigation lake that has not only contributed to the sharp appearance, but has also inspired an additional amount of strategy to the golf course.

Sometimes called the finest planned suburb, Myers Park has more to offer than just the country club. It is one of the most exclusive and premier neighborhoods around the Charlotte area, actually, it has been dubbed a national historic district in the heart of North Carolina. A few of the neighborhood favorites are the Laurel Market, Manor Theater and Freedom Park. There are many specialty shops and upscale restaurants within the Villa, like the famed Quaker State & Lube, which was the venue of the 2006 movie: “Talladega Nights”. For these attractions and more, buying one of the Charlotte homes in Myers Park will afford a variety of options in entertainment and appeal.

Also, the campus of Queens University is located in the center of Myers Park. The university offers undergraduate studies, continuing education classes and several different graduate degrees in liberal arts. Even though it was originally founded around 1857, it has been situated in Myers Park since 1914 and continues to draw students from around the United States because of the integrity of the college.

If you are one of the many individuals that are finding themselves in a position to relocate to Charlotte, Myers Park offers luxurious townhomes, condominiums, plentiful shopping and an excellent golf course all within miles of the Uptown area.

Contact Katie Gray today by phone or email to find out more about the classic Charlotte homes that are available in the Myers Park neighborhood. Katie’s phone number is 704-560-9699 and her email is katie@katiegrayhomes.com. Call today and move in before the holidays!

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Outdoor Improvements Add Value To Charlotte Homes

Monday, August 17th, 2009

When you looking at Charlotte homes, curb appeal is the first consideration. Does the Charlotte home look inviting from the street? Thoughtful outdoor improvements add greater financial and personal value to Charlotte homes.

Consider what type of Charlotte home you want. Are you looking to live in a high-rise or mid-rise home? Look for well-maintained walkways, adequate parking, functional elevators and attractive common areas. Consider whether the building offers additional amenities such as a fitness center, cyber cafe and an outdoor courtyard. Terraces provide an inviting outdoor living space.

Check out a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Uptown 4th Ward high rise home with a private terrace, private parking with biometric fingerprint access, 24 hour doorman, business center, pet park, concierge, health club, pool, elevator and tennis courts at just over $1,000,000. You’ll fall in love with a gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bath Uptown 3rd Ward mid-rise home with a cedar balcony, 2 parking spaces in secured deck, a pool, elevator and security for around $400,000.

When you shop around for a private Charlotte home, you’ll feel curb appeal instantly. Consider outdoor improvements that make a Charlotte home more desirable:

  • rocking chair front porch for a swing, chairs and end tables;

  • sliding glass doors to an outdoor deck with a table and chairs for entertaining;

  • above-ground or in-ground swimming pool to cool off on warm days;

  • outdoor living room with furniture or a hot tub;

  • green house for growing flowers, herbs and vegetables;

  • beautiful gardens, mature trees and eye-catching landscaping;

  • a garage for parking and storage;

  • outbuildings or sheds for additional storage space.

  • a driveway or ample street parking.

View a 4 bedroom, 3 bath Myers Park home with a secluded patio, deck and bright sunroom for plenty of good outdoor living for under $800,000. Move right into a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Belmont home with a rocking chair front porch, back porch and 2-car garage for under $300,000.

To find out more about charming Charlotte homes with curb appeal, contact Katie Gray at 704-560-9699 or email katie@katiegrayhomes.com.

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Outdoor Entertaining At Your Charlotte Home

Thursday, July 30th, 2009

With Charlotte’s moderate climate, you can entertain outdoors during three seasons. Outdoor entertaining is a gracious way to create unforgettable experiences for your guests. Make your Charlotte home an outdoor oasis with a variety of comfortable outdoor living areas.

Basic outdoor entertaining begins with a wraparound porch. Imagine living in a Charlotte home. where you walk out for breakfast on your pretty front porch. In the evening, sit on a swing while you sip lemonade and get a breath of fresh air. Guests gather to chat and relax on your glorious wraparound porch.

Outdoor entertaining is delightful on an outdoor rear deck. Sliding glass or French doors leading to a spacious deck is the perfect party zone. Display attractive flowering planters along your deck and stairs. Have plenty of comfortable lawn furniture inviting guests to relax and stay while. Umbrellas, tables and end tables make it easy to entertain at your Charlotte home.

A swimming pool makes a major splash when you entertain at your Charlotte home.. Have an area with lounge chairs, end tables and serve icy umbrella drinks. A hot tub is bubbly fun for everyone. Surround the area with a patio or deck for gracious outdoor entertaining poolside.

When you shop around for your ideal Charlotte home, check out the possible outdoor entertainment areas. Look for porches, decks, patios and pools to create your own outdoor oasis right at home. Attractive landscaping adds to your outdoor pleasure.

If your housing budget is around $1,000,000, consider a gracious 4 bedroom, 3 bath Dilworth home with dramatic downtown skyline views, private backyard, covered porch, screened porch and patio for plenty of outdoor enjoyment possibilities.

For a little over $500,000, move right into a 4 bedroom, 3 bath Wilmore home with an open floor plan, 9′ ceilings and a custom brick paved patio with outdoor fireplace, built-in grill and hot tub for endless hours of outdoor fun. Another option for around $500,000 is a charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Myers Park home with a breathtaking Koi pond, waterfall and outdoor living space certified as a National Wildlife Habitat.

To find out more about irresistible Charlotte homes with alluring outdoor living spaces, contact Katie Gray at 704-560-9699 or email katie@katiegrayhomes.com.

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Are You The Myers Park Home Type?

Saturday, May 23rd, 2009

Myers Park is a lovely Charlotte neighborhood with an interesting history. The streetcar suburb was developed on the former farm of John Spring Myers. His son-in-law George Stephen developed the plan. The neighborhood itself was designed by John Nolen, a landscape architect trained by Harvard and work started in 1911. Today Myers Park is home of the legendary intersection of “Queens and Queens and Providence and Providence” located right in front of the Myers Park Library. Other major sites in Myers Park include the Manor Theater, which is one of Charlotte’s oldest movie theaters, and Duke Mansion on Hermitage Road.

Residents of Myers Park appreciate a gracious lifestyle in a convenient Charlotte location. Regardless of your current budget, a magnificent Myers Park home awaits you. Lowered interest rates and housing prices make this a great time to consider the Myers Park home of your dreams. Are you the Myers Park home type?

-Do you appreciate easy access to public transportation from Charlotte Area Transit System buses?

-Do you enjoy living in a prestigious area with all the conveniences of Charlotte nearby?

-Is an eclectic array of architectural styles in a traditional residential setting visually appealing to you?

-Are you looking for a vast selection of housing options including homes, town homes and condos before you make your final decision on a Myers Park home?

If you said yes to any of these questions, Myers Park is a perfect place to shop around for your home. For those looking to spend around $4,000,000, there are a variety of beautiful homes to consider. Check out a gorgeous 4 bedroom Myers Park home with 5 baths, 2 half baths with a gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, marble floors, large formal areas, a wine cellar and a guest cottage over a 3 car detached garage.

If you prefer to spend closer to $1,000,000, look at a Myers Park town home with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and amazing finishes, coffered ceiling, unique granites, 2 car garage and more. For those with a budget closer to $500,000, move into an adorable Myers Park home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an incredible kitchen renovation and a private backyard.

To find out more about luxurious Myers Park homes, contact Katie Gray at 704-560-9699 or email katie@katiegrayhomes.com.

 

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What To Look For When You Buy A Charlotte Home

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Buying a Charlotte home is an excellent way become a permanent part of this popular area. Whether you’re relocating or simply getting a place of your own, there are several major considerations to look for when you consider buying a Charlotte home.

Where is the Charlotte home located? Walk around the neighborhood during the day and evening to check it out. Make sure you feel comfortable in your surroundings. See how close the home is to shopping, entertainment, parks and work.

Does the Charlotte home suit your lifestyle? If you have a car, you want a Charlotte home with accessible parking or a garage. If you don’t have a vehicle, the home you choose should be near public transportation. When you have fur babies, look for dog-friendly walking areas and parks.

Is the Charlotte home in good repair? Unless you’re handy, it is easier to buy a Charlotte home in decent repair than to fix it later. Make sure the toilets, water taps, heater, electrical wiring and other basic essentials are in decent shape before committing yourself to a home. Look around for bugs, mouse droppings and other “red alerts”.

What are the estimated costs for maintenance at your Charlotte home? Home owners association fees, utilities and repairs are all possible estimated costs for maintenance to include in your budget.

What are you allowed to do in your Charlotte home? If you are part of a homeowners association or building, find out what you can and cannot do in the house to ensure total comfort.

What are the terms of the contract? To secure a Charlotte home you want, you must sign a contract. Carefully review the terms of the contract to make sure they accurately reflect the arrangement agreed upon.

A variety of affordable, attractive Charlotte homes are available to suit everyone from singles to large families. Consider a fantastic 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Belmont home with ceramic tile for about $250,000. Move right into a lovely 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Uptown 3rd Ward home with a 2 car garage, kitchen with granite and cherry cabinets, crown molding and much more for under $230,000.

To find out more about all types of Charlotte homes for sale, contact Katie Gray at 714-560-9699 or katie@katiegrayhomes.com.

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Charlotte Colonial Homes – History With A Modern Touch

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

Charlotte colonial homes offer the perfect fusion of antiquity with modern amenities. Bring history together with a modern touch when you settle into your own gracious Charlotte colonial home. Since the late 1600s, Americans chose the spacious comfort of colonial homes with fireplaces, yards, porches and storage sheds.

Originally wealthy Americans built colonial homes throughout New England and the Southern colonies. The first colonial houses were a single story with a hall, parlor and chimney. By the 1700s, colonial homes had two stories with a central hall and a staircase. A two-story Charlotte colonial home today typically has a square shape, central door and a stairway leading to a hallway and upstairs bedrooms. With front porches, fenced yards and green gardens, a Charlotte colonial home is great for entertaining outdoors as well as indoors.

If your budget for a Charlotte colonial home is around $2,000,000 to $1,000,000, your choices are quite attractive. Consider a fabulous 5 bedroom, 5 bath Myers Park colonial home with all the bells and whistles for under $2,000,000. For closer to $1,000,000, move right into a gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3 bath Dilworth colonial home with a 2-car garage and screened porch.

For those with a budget around $500,000, there are many attractive colonial homes with charming features in excellent Charlotte locations. Check out a NoDa colonial style home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a designer kitchen with recessed lighting. Another great option is a custom built Plaza Midwood colonial style home with 3 large bedrooms, 4 baths, ceramic tile and wall-to-wall carpets.

A variety of lovely Charlotte colonial homes are available if your budget is between $150,000 to $300,000. Imagine yourself living in a brand new Belmont colonial home with 4 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, ceramic tile and wall-to-wall carpet for around $300,000. Move into a welcoming new 2-story Villa Heights home with 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths and a front porch conveniently location just five minutes from Uptown Charlotte.

For more information about beautiful Charlotte colonial homes, contact Katie Gray at 704-560-9699 or email katie@katiegrayhomes.com.

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