Real Estate in Charlotte

As I was watching one of the local news stations the other morning, there was an interesting segment on real estate in Charlotte that I thought was worth sharing. With so many news stories and articles being published providing such mixed opinions it’s difficult to determine what to believe. A local relator, however, provided some great insight that helps make those inconsistent articles a little more reliable.

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For instance, is now a better time to rent or buy? Last week, in fact, it was reported that the price of renting has increased. While it seems obvious then that buying is the way to go, unfortunately the solution is not that simple. Less people are selling and with more people wanting to buy the competition is steep. This is definitely a reality that the real estate in Charlotte is facing. For example, in my neighborhood roughly 60 homes were up for sale last year, while this year the number has decreased by half.

Another interesting fact that was brought to the table is the amount of homes in the pending sales category. A pending sale, for those unfamiliar, is a real estate transaction for which a contract has been signed but that has not closed. The January statistics were just released that showed 650 homes in pending sale, compared to this time last year where 500 were pending sales.

What does all this mean, especially for the real estate in charlotte? Last year was what we consider a “buyers market,” where there were more sellers than buyers because low prices result from the excess of supply and demand. This year, it appears the roles have reversed - sort of. We’re not exactly in a “sellers market,” because of the increase in pending sales. The competition is greater than ever, and prices on the homes for sale are still relatively low, therefore, it appears we’re in a cautious buyer/seller market, or a happy middle ground.

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Ann Stiles is a real estate broker for Wilkinson and Associates. She began by selling homes in New York and has over 29 years of experience in real estate. After relocating with her family to North Carolina in 2008 she continued her passion for real estate. She currently resides in the Trump National Golf Club in Mooresville, NC with her husband and five children.

Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate

       Finding a great piece of property, the one with your dream home, can sometimes seem like an impossible feat. Do you want one with a large piece of acreage with a cute modern home, or a custom built mansion that makes you feel like royalty? A great thing about North Carolina is that you can live in the center of the city and still have all those options available. Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate comes in all shapes and sizes, which is great but can be tough to narrow down to find your perfect home.  As a relator one of the great things I love about Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate is the uniqueness they provide, therefore, I chose some of my favorites that recently stuck out.

For instance, this six bedroom and six bathroom home makes anyone that walks by stop and stare. The unique exterior architecture flows to the inside interior with high ceilings and unique curvature. The inside also provides “green” details such as reclaimed wood, solar water heater, and a green roof in the back.  If that’s not enough to grab your attention, the very modern home comes with “smarthome” features such as appliances, security cameras, and intercoms located through the luxurious Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate.

Maybe a unique architectural home isn’t for you and you instead enjoy the looks of a large, glamorous home. Maybe one with a museum feel, per say. Just in luck because the next Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate that caught my eye was one on none other than Museum Drive. The massive two-story home has the immediate presence of elegance as soon as you enter the fully red brick home. Dual staircases great you as you enter, with Brazilian cherry hardwood floors leading the way. The gourmet kitchen with granite and top end appliances including a six-burner gas cook top is any cooks dream. Other features included in the already luxurious home consist of a second living quarter for any guest that may be visiting your home, or in this case, museum.

Finally, to sum up the complete uniqueness that Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate has to offer I chose a home that reminds you of a permanent vacation. Are you someone that loves the sight of palm trees over pine trees, and water over the sight of grass? Than this Florida inspired home is calling your name. Located on the beautiful Lake Wylie, this custom home has everything from Brazilian cherry hardwood floor, a gourmet kitchen, to a two-story waterfall fountain, which extents from the foyer down to the great room.  This Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate is proof that you can have you palm trees and waterview without the humidity and ocean smell that comes with other locations.  


To view other beautiful houses in the area, check out our video on Charlotte North Carolina Real Estate. 

For more information visit: http://astiles.wilkinsonandassociates.com/

Become a fan at: http://www.facebook.com/AnnStilesRealEstate

Follow @AnnStiles

About Ann Stiles

Ann Stiles is a real estate broker for Wilkinson and Associates. She began by selling homes in New York and has over 29 years of experience in real estate. After relocating with her family to North Carolina in 2008 she continued her passion for real estate. She currently resides in the Point Lake and Golf Club in Mooresville, NC with her husband and five children.