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uptown Highlights

Uptown, Charlotte, North Carolina is one of the city’s most active and exciting areas to live.

Come live within walking distance to Charlotte’s top restaurants, shopping, museums, and attractions including The Market on 7th Street, Epicentre, and three sports stadiums. 


Spend the afternoon at Romare Bearden Park, a 5.4-acre public park in the heart of the city, and then catch the sunset atop Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo overlooking the city skyline.

Uptown is divided into four wards, each with its own distinctive character, making it one of Charlotte’s most unique areas to live. 


First Ward features condos and townhomes situated beneath beautiful tree canopies. Second Ward is the center for government buildings and museums. Third Ward is where you’ll find historic bungalows and contemporary apartments close to the city’s top sports facilities. And Fourth Ward features a mix of Victorian style homes and modern condos.


Visit a few homes for sale in Uptown, and you’ll quickly learn why it’s a popular choice to live for Charlotte residents.

12,688

Uptown Residents

5,906

homes in Uptown

65.64%

owner occupied

  discover and experience uptown

uptown Highlights

Uptown, Charlotte, North Carolina is one of the city’s most active and exciting areas to live.

Come live within walking distance to Charlotte’s top restaurants, shopping, museums, and attractions including The Market on 7th Street, Epicentre, and three sports stadiums. 


Spend the afternoon at Romare Bearden Park, a 5.4-acre public park in the heart of the city, and then catch the sunset atop Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo overlooking the city skyline.

Uptown is divided into four wards, each with its own distinctive character, making it one of Charlotte’s most unique areas to live. 


First Ward features condos and townhomes situated beneath beautiful tree canopies. Second Ward is the center for government buildings and museums. Third Ward is where you’ll find historic bungalows and contemporary apartments close to the city’s top sports facilities. And Fourth Ward features a mix of Victorian style homes and modern condos.


Visit a few homes for sale in Uptown, and you’ll quickly learn why it’s a popular choice to live for Charlotte residents.

12,688

myers park Residents

5,906

homes in myers park

65.64%

owner occupied

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uptown FAQS

Interested in learning more about Uptown? Read our frequently asked questions below.

  • Where is Uptown Charlotte located?

    Uptown is located in the center of Charlotte NC, where many would consider “downtown” to sit. The area was called Uptown until the 1920s when people started calling it “Downtown”. However in 1974, Charlotte City Council made an official proclamation to formally call the business district “Uptown” to honor the neighborhood’s historical name.

  • How big is Uptown?

    The entirety of Uptown spans 2.124 square miles with a population of just under 13,000 residents. There are just over 8,600 homes in Uptown, of which around 80% were built after 1990.

  • How much does it cost to live in Uptown?

    The median home value in Uptown Charlotte is $390k and the average rent is $1,667. Of the approximately 8,600 homes in Uptown, 68% are rentals and 32% are owner occupied.

  • Is Uptown a good place to live?

    Uptown is rated #4 Best Neighborhoods for Young Professionals in Charlotte and #5 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Charlotte. Uptown is a highly desirable neighborhood to live for its urban feel, diverse neighborhoods, and walkability to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and attractions.

  • Is Uptown safe?

    Uptown is generally regarded as a safe area of Charlotte. The streets are well lit and the area is well policed due to the nearby nightlife and attractions.



  • Is Uptown walkable?

    Absolutely! Uptown is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Charlotte. Keep your car in the garage and enjoy the neighborhood each day on foot. WalkScore.com gives Uptown’s wards a Walk Score of 85-90



  • How do I search for homes in Uptown?

    Use our Search Portal to find homes, townhomes, condos, multi-family, and land for sale in Uptown. You can also contact Andy to get notified about pocket listings that haven’t yet made it to the MLS.



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