Realtor Area 1 is bordered by I-77 and Lake Norman to the
West, Cabarrus County to the East and University City to the
South. This area offers easy access to both Charlotte and
the lake area making this a desirable place to live for many
families.
Of the cities within this MLS area, Huntersville is the
largest with a population of nearly 35,000. Located off I-77
in northern Mecklenburg County, this area has a small-town
atmosphere with abundant amenities such as shopping,
restaurants and its proximity to Lake Norman. Money Magazine
recognized Huntersville as 76th Best Place to Live in
America for 2005 and as one of the top 20 places in North
Carolina to retire. Although many retail centers and
communities are new, Huntersville boasts an impressive past
as an integral part of Mecklenburg's early Revolutionary War
history. Noteworthy: Hopewell Presbyterian Church off
Beatties Ford Road
This quiet community is home to Davidson College established
in 1837. The rules for development have remained strict in
this area, making new neighborhoods blend in seamlessly. The
Town Green, an open area in the middle of downtown, is used
for a variety of festivals and special events throughout the
year. Main Street offers a small-town feel while new
communities nearby offer a variety of housing types and
amenities. Noteworthy: Fisher Farm, a 200-acre park with 2
and a half miles of maintained walking trails, Icehouse
Center for Creativity, Craft & Design, William H. Van Every,
Jr. and Edward M. Smith Galleries on the Davidson College
campus.
The damming of the Catawba River in 1963 to create Lake
Norman was influential in revamping this small town into the
home for many new communities and lakeside residences. Two
county parks let the public experience all that Lake Norman
has to offer. Area golf courses also make Cornelius a
popular place to live. Noteworthy: Jetton and Ramsey Creek
Parks
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