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Moving to the area- while I have a position at the CHS Pineville hospital, I was not that enthralled with Charlotte for a lot of reasons- I am moving from Colorado, Fort Collins to be exact, so the city feel of Charlotte and suburban feel was a bit overwhelming and I am used to having land to bike/hike/ride on literally 1/10 mile from my home.
I went for a run/slog/jog in Anne Springs Close Greenway and fell in love- and went back all three days that we went househunting. We will definitely be supporters and "friends" when we get there- in (Gasp!) 4 weeks. I also have a horse and the trails seem amazing for all that I love to do. It felt like home right away- and as this move is going to be hard for a lot of reasons, I was so glad to find it.
We have not found a home yet, but again, it's likely because initially we targeted Charlotte and did not get shown Fort Mill homes. So, we are kind of coming in a bit blind, and I still have to find a place to live WHILE I find a home! Dog, 2 cats- that should be easy, right?
All this to ask- does anyone know of areas around/connecting to the Greenway that have nice homes? Small is good, we don't have kids at home, and want to downsize as much as we can, and it would be great to have eco-friendly, too. I am NEVER moving again, so hope to find an area that is not as likely to be developed past what it is already- and I realize that is a tall order seeing the amazing growth that Fort Mill is seeing.
I also have to say how much I appreciate this forum. I am so glad I found it!
Can't go wrong with Springfield right next door, plus you get membership to the greenway with your home! May be able to find something in there that suits you. There are also MANY neighborhoods just down A.O Jones that are still close enough to frequent the greenway.
I agree with Girl, price point will help guide you.
Springfield is really nice but you're looking at homes upwards of 350K. The other neighborhood that's nearby is Regal Manor which is comprised of a few neighborhoods -- Baden Village, Fallbrook and Ballmoral are closest to the Greenway (we live in Fallbrook).
You also have the other side of the Greenway near town and there's an older neighborhood off of Merrit Road (I can't remember the name right now), no HOA, older and smaller homes under 200K. There's also Avery Lake off of Springfield Parkway and Steele Rd.
There's also Springview Meados off of Springfield Parkway and US-21 across the road from the new Harris Teeter gas station. Houses there start at about 300K.
We can afford up to 375ish. The idea of an older home that needed some updating appeals- but really, just being on the edge of the greenway almost trumps everything else. I realize that seems kind of a strange thing, but- well, it felt right to be there. Can't explain it any more than that.
There was a home on Zillow that was a make me move- Walker street, off Old Nation Road I had my heart and soul set on it, site unseen! I have not heard back...so am giving up a bit of hope.
I am glad that I found Fort Mill. Looks like a great place to settle. And again, thanks so much! Great info to "google" on!
Houses in Fort Mill sell quickly. Especially if priced right in a good location.
We had about 6 months before moving down when we knew we were relocating and I looked a lot on-line but the reality was that if you want to buy a house that's already built you need to wait until you're ready to move since they don't sit on the market long. We opted to build and rented an apartment for 6 months while the house was getting built.
Good luck, you really can't go wrong anywhere in Fort Mill. There are some areas on and off of Steele St or Henlsey Rd that I would avoid, but outside of that you should be fine.
We can afford up to 375ish. The idea of an older home that needed some updating appeals- but really, just being on the edge of the greenway almost trumps everything else. I realize that seems kind of a strange thing, but- well, it felt right to be there. Can't explain it any more than that.
There was a home on Zillow that was a make me move- Walker street, off Old Nation Road I had my heart and soul set on it, site unseen! I have not heard back...so am giving up a bit of hope.
I am glad that I found Fort Mill. Looks like a great place to settle. And again, thanks so much! Great info to "google" on!
If it's the one listed on Walker Street Extension on 5 acres I would keep contacting the bank or get a hold of a realtor that might be able to help you. For that price you can get the land and build what you want on it. It's a sweet location so there may be some competition for it.
If it's the one listed on Walker Street Extension on 5 acres I would keep contacting the bank or get a hold of a realtor that might be able to help you. For that price you can get the land and build what you want on it. It's a sweet location so there may be some competition for it.
Best of luck!
Thank you! Yes, its that lot... It cannot actually be subdivided, because there is not enough road frontage. I will become a pest. Its crazy, but I am attached to it. I did drive up to the home- and mailed her a card. Keep fingers and toes crossed!
Annika
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I have not heard back...so am giving up a bit of hope.
