Ballantyne
Nestled in the southern most part of Mecklenburg County just south of I-485, this area has seen planned explosive growth, both in residential and commercial development over the past 10 years. Ballantyne offers residents a quality of life that includes all the conveniences and amenities of a well-appointed community with fine dining, shopping, golf and spas all within minutes of home. Noteworthy: Ballantyne Village
Matthews
Located just 10 miles southeast of Charlotte, Matthews offers a quaint downtown and streets that offer small town charm. The town began as a small farming area in the 1800s, cotton farmers cleared the land leaving stumps in every direction, hence the town’s first name – Stumptown. Part of what makes Matthews a desirable place to live is the balance between residential and commercial development. The town calendar keeps residents up-to-date on the latest happenings and festivals, including the concert/movie series, Stumptown and Holidays Festivals and Matthews Playhouse. Noteworthy: The Reid House
Mint Hill
A town rich in history, Mint Hill is located in southeast Mecklenburg County along Highway 51. Home to Fairview and Wilgrove Park, these facilities serve the residents of Mint Hill for family events, for both organized and free-play sports. This growing town offers opportunities for residents to come together for family entertainment with events such as “Excite MINT on the Hill,” movies on the lawn of the Town Hall. Noteworthy: September’s Mint Hill Madness
At a Glance: Average Housing Prices
- Ballantyne: $378,421
- Matthews: $269,130
- Mint Hill: $167,226
Ballantyne
www.ourballantyne.com
Matthews
www.matthewsnc.com
Mint Hill
www.minthill.com
Myers Park
www.mpha.com
Schools
Charlotte-Mecklenburg
www.cms.k12.nc.us