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| What Charlotte is like for active adults |
Charlotte is a prosperous, very fast growing city of over 600,000 in south central North Carolina. The city's population increased 46% from 1990 to 2006. It has a thriving downtown commercial area fueled by the many banks and financial institutions headquartered here. it is a good place for retirement because it is an interesting city as well as having developments geared who those 55+. UNC Charlotte, with 23,000 students, is located here. Charlotte is a top spot for golf. One of PGA's bigger tournaments, the Wells Fargo Open, played here at Quail Hollow. Many developments, some of them 55+, are built around very nice golf courses. The point is that it is so big and diverse that there is probably some part of Charlotte that could appeal to about anyone.
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| Where to Live & Real Estate Values |
Charlotte has many 55+ active adult communities as well as many others that attract 55+ people. (see Active Communities link at right)
Real estate conditions in Charlotte remained relatively strong - according to one source they are actually higher in 2011 than they were in 2006. In late 2012 Zillow.com reported the median selling price of a home was $132,900, while according to City-Data.com it was $180,000 Keep in mind that there are so many housing choices that prices vary tremendously. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| Charlotte has one of the most vibrant economies in the U.S. It also has a tremendous number of active adult and over 55 developments to choose from. Charlotte was chosen the "Best Place to Live in America" in 2008 by relocate-america.com based on factors including employment opportunities, crime rates, and housing affordability. |
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| What is not special about this retirement community |
| Hot summers and seemingly unstoppable growth |
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| Retirees who need to work will be able to find it in Charlotte. Also, it attracts retirees who are looking for a milder climate and lower housing costs. |
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| Charlotte is the headquarters for 2 of the world's largest banks - Bank of America and Wachovia. So it is a financial powerhouse. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Charlotte is located in the humid sub-tropical part of America. Winters are milder than in the north but hot and humid in summer. The average July high temp is 90 and the average January low is 32. It is on the border of South Carolina towards the western end of NC |
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| Restaurants & Cultural Scene |
| Charlotte is the home of UNC Charlotte, which has many cultural events. Several other private and public colleges provide culture as well. The public library is well-funded. The wealthy corporations and their prosperous employees in town help fund other cultural events as well. |
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| Crime |
| Charlotte is a major city, and its crime rate is above average. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Charlotte has numerous hospitals including Carolinas Medical Center and Presbyterian Hospital. There are medical specialists of every description. |
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| Transportation |
| Charlotte is a major airline hub for U.S. Air and is served by Interstates 77 and 85. CATS operates mass transit including light rail and historical trolleys |
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| North Carolina is full of wonderful retirement communities, and Charlotte has some of North Carolina's best retirement communities. Charlotte is full of entertainment, including sports and arts. The dining and shopping options are endless, and the city is surrounded by golf courses and other outdoor amenities that are popular among active seniors. |
| Posted by wvnutt on December 16, 2010 | | Discovered the perfec retirement spot - right here |
| I have found the perfect place to retire...right here in my own town Charlotte, North Carolina! I fell in love with it when I moved here 12 yrs ago and realized I don't want to be anywhere else!! I love Charlotte. Thanks for a great website and all the great info about what to think about before retirement - - I'll still log in now and again |
| Posted by marty50 on December 24, 2009 | | How is Charlotte holding up |
| A lot of my friends seem to think Charlotte is the greatest place. Lots and lots of 55+ communities and it is a very prosperous and fast-growing area. The thing that concerns me is what is going to happen in the local economy. Bank of America and a lot of other financial giants are here and they are in trouble. What impact is this having on people who want to retire here? thanks |
| Posted by lindabird on January 28, 2009 |
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Facts about CHARLOTTE
- State: NC
- Environment: Urban,Suburban,College Town,Cultural Center,
- City Population: 100,001+
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
- Avg July Temperature:
- Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
- Total Crime Index: 111-120 (high)
- Cost of Living Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
- Culture Index: 111-120 (high)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: Yes
- Name of the Guide: boomer1
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