East Side Suburbia

Affordability and Amenities Draw Families to Settle East of Charlotte

- Julia Pelly

Just east of Charlotte’s city center are several suburbs and towns that offer the best of life in the city without the hustle bustle of a large city. If you’re drawn to diversity and easy access to amenities, consider putting down roots in a suburb east of Charlotte’s center city.

University City University City is a busy, bustling corridor of the city that offers families lower housing costs, and natural beauty and amenities within close reach to Charlotte’s center city. Located about 20 miles from uptown, this section of the city is easily commuatble via interstates 85 and 485, or a short

ride into town via the Lynx Blue Line from UNC Charlotte.

Families that live in University city often cite its natural beauty, lower child care costs, and diverse vibe as factors that draw them to the area. Close proximity to UNC Charlotte also offers families easy access to university sporting events, lecture series, and festivals like the annual Charlotte KidsFest.

For families that like to stay active and get outdoors, University City offers a wealth of parks, including the Reedy Creek Nature preserve and UNCC Botanical Gardens, plus miles and miles of paved greenway for walking, biking or jogging. From

the playground and waterwalk at the Shoppes at University Place to the wealth of nearby restaurants, there’s no time to be bored.