What are some desireable areas with houses in the $150k-180k prince range? (Charlotte: for sale, townhouses)

[theLemur]

Is there anything in this price range that's in a safe area in a good school district?

[impressionist]

Finding a home in that price range in a "nicer" neighborhood is not that easy IMO but, there is a home in the Cheshunt neighborhood (28269) for sale for 146- with David Cox as the school, which is a good one... Good luck with your search

[theLemur]

Thanks!

Aside from the really expensive towns, what areas have the better schools?

Edit: whats the public perception of the 28269 area?

[katfzl]

I live in a very nice neighborhood on the edge of Indian Trail in Monroe, Union county with homes that are in the 150 to 180K price range. They have nice size yards and space between the homes, most have crown molding, chair rails, 10 foot ceilings, brick fronts, 2 inch faux wood blinds, lots of windows, spacious floor plans etc., walking trails, community play center, HOA.The neighborhood is zoned for Rocky River and/or Shiloh elementary and Sun Valley Middle and High school. Some of the larger homes (2000+ sq ft) in the neighborhood are now in the 190s but there are other neighborhoods out here that are similar.

[zwally]

You will be able to get a really nice home in Fieldstone Farm now for that price-Porter Ridge (Union County Schools). We really like the neighborhood!

[Tober138]

When we were looking we say some townhouses in the Highland Creek area around $150k-$160k

[BZEP]

I bet you could find one of the smaller homes in Southampton for that price range. Great schools down there.

[carolina_guy]

You have options at the lake (LKN). I know of several neighborhoods in Cornelius in that price range that safety concerns are a non issue. Check out Heritage Green, Oakhurst, and Alexander Chase. They're all Gandy communities but fit your price range and the last thing I think about up here is safety (well, I actually always think about my family's security, but I never feel threatened up here whatsoever).

[md to nc]

There are a few older established neigborhoods in Indian Trail/Stallings/Matthews which go to Porter Ridge/Hemby Bridge Elem/PRMS/PRHS. Some are very nice, one of which comes to mind is Bent Creek and Oak Grove. I know someone who just bought a house about 1900 sq ft for $180 in Oak Grove.

[baybook]

If you want to stay in Charlotte, I would look in the 2869 area. NE Charlotte. David Cox, Highland Creek and there is a new school opening in the fall (Hucks road). For subdivisions, try those off Hubbard Rd OakKnoll, Hubbard Woods or Cheshunt, Highland Creek etc... You can find a lot in that area.