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College Downs Neighborhood Guide Charlotte, NC

About

College Downs is a serene neighborhood in the northeastern part of Charlotte, North Carolina. This quaint community is nestled between the bustling W. W.T. Harris Boulevard and the east-west artery of University City Boulevard. It's located near the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, offering easy access to the college's amenities and events. The neighborhood is also adjacent to the beautiful Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, providing residents with plenty of outdoor opportunities.

What You Will Love About College Downs, Charlotte, North Carolina

  • You will love the neighborhood's proximity to the University of North Carolina, offering educational, cultural, and entertainment options.
  • The nearby Reedy Creek Nature Preserve offers beautiful trails and outdoor activities for nature lovers.
  • College Downs’ location between two main roads provides easy access to other parts of the city, while still maintaining a peaceful, residential atmosphere.

What’s Nearby

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is just a stone's throw away from College Downs, offering immense opportunities for education and entertainment. Residents can also quickly access the Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, with over 10 miles of trails and a nature center. Besides, the shopping and dining options of University City aren't far, providing a wide variety of amenities within a short drive.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in College Downs is characterized by a balance of serene residential living and convenient access to urban amenities. Its nearness to a major university infuses the area with a youthful, vibrant energy, while the neighboring nature preserve offers an opportunity for outdoor exploration and tranquility.

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Rental Trends in College Downs

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Last updated 9/9/2024
120 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 121 restaurants, 15 grocery stores, and 6 parks within a mile of the College Downs neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Dubai Halal Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    1001 E W T Harris Blvd

  • SHOPPING
    Town Center Plaza

    Retail, Shopping Plaza

    •

    0.4 miles

    8548 University City Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Harris Teeter

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    8600 University City Blvd

  • SHOPPING
    Target

    Retail, Big Box Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    8120 University City Blvd

  • GROCERY
    India Grocers

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    8215 University City Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Patel Brothers

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.8 miles

    8109 University City Blvd

College Downs Apartments and Rentals

120 Rental properties in College Downs, Charlotte, NC.

  • Heather Ridge property

    $1,288+

    Heather Ridge

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    630–958 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • Newell Village property

    $2,255+

    Newell Village

    3 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    1467–1584 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Piedmont at Ivy Meadows property

    $1,155+

    Piedmont at Ivy Meadows

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    648–1595 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • Mason property

    $1,153+

    Mason

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–3.5 Baths

    600–1995 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Prose McCullough Station property

    $1,345+

    Prose McCullough Station

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    672–1206 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Wellen property

    $1,227+

    Wellen

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    572–1467 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

120 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
0.8%
10.5%
utilities
6%
11.9%
food
0.9%
0.2%
transportation
1.1%
6%
healthcare
1.8%
9.8%

College Downs Demographics

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College Downs Reviews

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  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 9 of 9 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 8 of 9 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 8 of 9 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 7 of 9 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 7 of 9 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 9 renters

120 Properties Available for Rent

College Downs Transportation

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Car-Dependent

42/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Somewhat Bikeable

37/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

27/100
4 train stops

Lynx McCullough Station

Train Stop

8312 N Tryon St

Lynx University City Boulevard Station

Train Stop

7205 N Tryon St

LYNX UNC Charlotte - Main Station

Train Stop

9025 Cameron Blvd

Source: foursquare.com

College Downs Schools

120 Properties Available for Rent

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University CityNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$1,200
20%
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North CharlotteNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
University City NorthNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$1,194
19%
Mallard Creek - Withrow DownsNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$999--
University City SouthNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$850
58%
Hidden ValleyNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$2,367
32%
SilverwoodNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
EastwayNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
Harris - HoustonNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$1,015
4%
Windsor ParkNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
West Sugar CreekNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
Hickory GroveNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
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Shannon ParkNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
Derita - StatesvilleNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
Oak ForestNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina$1,000
7%
ShamrockNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----
CoventryNeighborhood in Charlotte, North-carolina----