Forty-six percent of Charlotte’s renters are cost-burdened, according to a new study by Apartment List. Nationwide figures are even higher, with 51.8% of renters being cost-burdened and spending almost 30% of their income on rent, the study said. The median rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Charlotte is $1,100, an 8% increase over last year. The upward trend in rent…
Diverse and eclectic are two words that come to mind when talking about Charlotte’s Midwood neighborhood. It’s the place to go in town for off-beat eateries and funky artsy finds. It isn’t just commerce driving Charlotteans to Midwood. The area also boasts some spectacular real estate finds. Developed in the 1920s as a streetcar suburb, Midwood underwent several phases during…
Foodies can unite in Uptown Dec. 18 for the Soul of the South Food Tour. The approximately three-hour walking food tour will feature locally prepared foods with Southern flair as well as wine pairings and regionally-made craft beers for sampling. Chefs and restaurants owners will explain the influence of Southern heritage on their food and beverage menus and how their…
Affluent Myers Park is home to many of Charlotte’s finest residences. Its central location and bordering thoroughfares make it convenient to reach Uptown and South Park’s dining, shopping and working destinations. Despite seeing a decline in the number of homes sold per month to just over 10 from 14.2 in the last 12 months, Myers Park’s tree-lined streets will always…