"Walkability" sounds like a test the pediatrician is going to ask your toddler to perform, yet it's just another housing list that Charlotte tops-once again. Hooray!
Charlotte is a walkable city according to a national study! This study shows that homes that are more walkable are worth more.
Here's a snippet from the study:"More than just a pleasant amenity, the walkability of cities translates directly into increases in home values. Homes located in more walkable neighborhoods—those with a mix of common daily shopping and social destinations within a short distance—command a price premium over otherwise similar homes in less walkable areas. Houses with the above-average levels of walkability command a premium of about $4,000 to $34,000 over houses with just average levels of walkability in the typical metropolitan areas studied."
As a mom, being able to walk to the grocery, to work, the gym, the park, to shops is a great "plus". Mom & kids get to experience a little fresh air, get some exercise, and mingle with the neighbors. It brings about that American charm most homeowners are looking for these days. Whether you're in a downtown area or in a suburb, being able to walk to and fro from your fave spots draws positive attention. Don't you "ooo and ahh" when you drive through a neighborhood that has sidewalks? Or feel proud of your fellow citizens when you see them hoofing it from home in their suits, paired with sneakers, of course, walking briskly towards the office? Being able to walk to your errands means fewer lifts of the blasted car seat in and out of the back seat (which cannot be good for our backs), shedding a few extra pounds, and getting to know your neighbors.
Top Charlotte Neighborhoods with the Walkability Factor:
- Dilworth
- NoDa
- Eastover
- Plaza-Midwood
- South End
- Elizabeth
- Chantilly
- Uptown
- Commonwealth
Other cities that topped the Study:
- Dallas
- Chicago
- Washington, DC
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Austin
Happy Walking, Charlotte!
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