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What would you say the difference between Blakeney and Ballantyne is? We saw Ballantyne on our visit and really like the area. We're only thinking north end because of commute and larger house and yard.
Ballantyne and Blakeney (which is pretty much just a big outdoor shopping center) are pretty much the same area. They are about 5 miles apart. If your husband is working in the University Area, you should look North of Charlotte. I would recommend looking at Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson (which reminds me of Roswell). Also, the last segment of I-485 is scheduled to begin construction this year and should be complete in a 3-4 years, which will significantly reduce your husbands commute to I-85 and the University Area.
How are the schools in Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson compared to the Ballantyne area?
The schools are good. I believe North Mecklenburg HS has a better reputation than Hopewell HS, but someone can correct me if I am wrong. Also, a new HS is opening next school year in Cornelius that will serve that town as well as Davidson.
Also, if you prefer the Ballantyne/Blakeney areas, anywhere between 521 (Johnston Rd) and NC 16 (Providence Road) would work. Your husband could take 485 all the way up to the University Area and bypass the more congested routes. The 485 way is probably about a 30-45 minute commute.
I'd have to ask but I believe our nanny lived in the University area and commuted to S. Charlotte and it took her about 20-30 minutes during rush hour. I can check with her tomorrow.
Ballantyne and Blakeney (which is pretty much just a big outdoor shopping center) are pretty much the same area. They are about 5 miles apart. If your husband is working in the University Area, you should look North of Charlotte. I would recommend looking at Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson (which reminds me of Roswell). Also, the last segment of I-485 is scheduled to begin construction this year and should be complete in a 3-4 years, which will significantly reduce your husbands commute to I-85 and the University Area.
Roswell - now that's funny. Roswell is nothing like Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville. Roswell is slightly Urban/Suburban, with million subdivsions, and expensive older neighborhoods. I could see comparing Roswell to South Park. Maybe Alpharetta to South Park.
There are some wonderful areas in the general University area. I am sure the folks who told you that you don't want to live there all live in south Charlotte. The Highland Creek neighborhood is nice with lots of family activities. The schools for that area are pretty good, I think.
You may also want to consider Harrisburg which is very near to the University area but is in Cabarrus County. Good schools and a little more rural feel. South Charlotte is NOT the only decent place to live in this town despite what some people think.
Roswell - now that's funny. Roswell is nothing like Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville. Roswell is slightly Urban/Suburban, with million subdivsions, and expensive older neighborhoods. I could see comparing Roswell to South Park. Maybe Alpharetta to South Park.
"Downtown" Roswell reminds me of "Downtown" Davidson is what I meant. It is sort of like a "mini" Roswell. I never said in my post that Davidson is exactly like Roswell and I realize that Atlanta's suburbs are larger, wealthier, and more established than the towns around here. I've been to the Atlanta area many times and I would actually like to move there, but you don't have to be so snoody about a simple observation.
"Downtown" Roswell reminds me of "Downtown" Davidson is what I meant. It is sort of like a "mini" Roswell. I never said in my post that Davidson is exactly like Roswell and I realize that Atlanta's suburbs are larger, wealthier, and more established than the towns around here. I've been to the Atlanta area many times and I would actually like to move there, but you don't have to be so snoody about a simple observation.
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