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Lakewood Neighborhood Guide Charlotte, NC

About

Lakewood is a diverse, up-and-coming neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina. Conveniently located just northwest of the city's vibrant Uptown area, it offers easy access to major highways such as I-85 and I-77. The neighborhood is known for its historic charm, with plenty of older, architecturally distinct homes. Lakewood is also home to the popular Lakewood Park, a lovely spot for leisure and outdoor activities.

What You Will Love About Lakewood, Charlotte, North Carolina

  • The sense of community and diversity as Lakewood is a close-knit neighborhood with a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds.
  • The close proximity to Uptown Charlotte, providing residents with a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
  • The charming architecture and historic homes that give the neighborhood a distinct and appealing character.
  • The easy access to main highways, making commuting or traveling a breeze.

What’s Nearby

Lakewood is only a short drive from Uptown Charlotte, one of the city's main hubs for entertainment, dining, and shopping. Also, nearby is the Historic West End, another area rich in culture and history. Furthermore, Lakewood Park provides a lush, green space for residents to enjoy sports, picnicking, or just a leisurely walk.

Lifestyle

Lakewood offers a laid back, community-oriented lifestyle that's still conveniently close to the hustle and bustle of city life. The nearby amenities and the neighborhood's rich history and culture offer residents a comfortable blend of urban and suburban living. Nestled away from the busy city center, Lakewood is an ideal location for those who enjoy a calm, residential setting that's still within reach of Charlotte's vibrant city life.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 69 restaurants, 17 grocery stores, and 6 parks within a mile of the Lakewood neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Latda Asian Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.4 miles

    3403 Brookshire Blvd

  • GROCERY
    Vilaphone Inthavong Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.4 miles

    3403 Brookshire Blvd

  • GROCERY
    A2Z Cash & Carry

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.7 miles

    2980 Planters Pl

  • GROCERY
    West Trade Mini Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.8 miles

    2501 W Trade St

  • GROCERY
    S & L Asian Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    1.0 mile

    423 Bradford Dr

  • GROCERY
    La Villa 2

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    1.0 mile

    3045 Freedom Dr

Lakewood Apartments and Rentals

64 Rental properties in Lakewood, Charlotte, NC.

  • Enderly Towns property

    $2,295+

    Enderly Towns

    2–3 Beds • 3.5 Baths

    1711 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • Birch Townhomes property

    $1,150+

    Birch Townhomes

    2–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    980–1018 Sqft

    9 Units Available

  • Nu Wesley East property

    $1,250

    Nu Wesley East

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    700–800 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Abode at Greenway property

    $2,050+

    Abode at Greenway

    2–4 Beds • 2.5–3.5 Baths

    1356–1886 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • 4164 Welling Ave property

    $1,325

    4164 Welling Ave

    3 Beds • 1 Bath

    1014 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 3510 Avalon Ave property

    $1,395

    3510 Avalon Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    926 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

64 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
0.5%
12.6%
utilities
0.7%
5%
food
0.9%
0.2%
transportation
1.2%
6.6%
healthcare
1.2%
5.1%

Lakewood Demographics

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Lakewood Reviews

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  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 12 of 16 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 11 of 16 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 10 of 16 renters

  • Near Highways

    Yes

    Say 10 of 16 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 10 of 16 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 10 of 16 renters

64 Properties Available for Rent

Lakewood Transportation

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Car-Dependent

30/100
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

33/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

37/100
2 train stops

CSX

Train Stop

601 N Hoskins Rd

Transflo

Train Stop

601 N Hoskins Rd

Source: foursquare.com

Lakewood Schools

64 Properties Available for Rent