Huntington Forest is a beautiful, quiet community of 372 homes located in southwest Charlotte. The community is located near the intersection of Steele Creek Road (Highway 160) and York Road (Highway 49) with convenient access to I-77 and I-485. Huntington Forest is in the midst of the Steele Creek Historical Area and offers an abundance of parks, sites, and education opportunities for people of all ages.
Lake Wylie Copperhead Boat access is just 3 miles away and Lake Wylie, SC access is within easy reach. McDowell Park is just 5 miles away – a great place for picnics, hiking, and even camping. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is on the other side of the lake, easily reached by crossing the lake on Hwy. 49's Buster Boyd Bridge. Carowinds is nearby, offering endless rides and amusement for the young and young-at-heart.
Rivergate Shopping Center is literally right next door. The anchors of this retail center include Target, Home Depot, Best Buy, Office Max and PetSmart. You also can find several restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and other retailers just around the corner.
The Huntington Forest community offers an Olympic size pool, a kiddie pool, and walking trails. Eventually the Mecklenburg Parks greenway system will border the neighborhood and will offer expanded walking trails to residents. There is an active Homeowners Association which sponsors numerous activities to get families involved in neighborhood events.
Homes here range in price from the mid $200,000’s to the mid $300,000’s. These beautiful transitional style homes were built from 2003 to 2006 and range in size from 2000 to 3500 square feet of heated living area.
Elem. School: Lake Wylie
Middle School: Southwest
High School: Olympic
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In the heart of Ballantyne lies the community of Weston Glen. Homes in this neighborhood were built by Pulte Homes. Weston Glen is conveniently located in the Community House / Ardrey Kell area, just minutes away from I-485 and upscale shopping. This is a family friendly community, where residents can walk to all levels of public education, the YMCA, the library and public park. Amenities include a pool, baby pool, club house and playground.
Ballantyne is a 2000 acre planned community, which includes a 535 acre Corporate Park, that is located approximately 11 miles South/Southeast of Uptown Charlotte. The combination of beautiful upscale homes and attractive commercial development affords Ballantyne residents a comfortable lifestyle with many options for entertainment, dining, and employment. Ballantyne is located approximately 13 miles Southeast of Charlotte Douglas International Airport making it convenient for air travelers.
The major attractions in Ballantyne include The Ballantyne Resort and Spa where one can play a round of golf on a truly magnificent course or just relax and enjoy a massage in the Spa facility. Dining options are available at the new Ballantyne Village, Blakeney, The Promenade, The Fountains, and Stonecrest.
The transitional style homes in Weston Glen range in size from 2200 to 2800 square feet of heated living area. Prices are in the mid $200’s to the mid $300’s. At Weston Glen you have the best of both worlds – the best amenities and the best schools at easy reach!
Elementary School: Elon Park
Middle School: Community House
High School: Ardrey Kell
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Located only 12 miles from Uptown Charlotte, Brighton Park is a "Main Street" community where the lifestyle is pedestrian friendly. This wonderful community is situated on approximately 72 acres with 233 single-family homes, 154 townhomes and over 12 acres of common open space.
Brighton Park is a traditional neighborhood design (TND) where residents can enjoy beautiful parks and tree lined sidewalks which lead them to the rural charm of downtown Mint Hill.
Traditional neighborhoods, such as Brighton Park, are the perfect setting for architecture reminiscent of Grandma's house. Some of the timeless elements include floor plans designed for day-to-day living, as opposed to maximum sales impact. Classic vertical proportions are used for entrances, windows and columns. Classic cottages, larger estate homes and charming townhomes all blend to create a wonderful neighborhood.
Brighton Park features seven parks and village greens as well as a beautiful entry garden filled with trees, pergolas, and benches. Reminiscent of historic small town homes, Brighton Park creates a classic small town streetscape, complete with designer-selected exterior color schemes.
At the center of Brighton Park is a large retail center which includes a Lowes Foods as anchor, as well as, several restaurants, and specialty shops. Mint Hill Town Hall and a bank are also nearby and add to the small town atmosphere created by the master planned community.
Currently, there are numerous single family homes available from the $190s to the high $200s, ranging from 1,700 to 2,500 sq. ft. Resales in Brighton Park have been strong and are consistent with this area of Charlotte: there have been 8 homes sold in the past 6 months in the low to mid $200s averaging 93 days on market and sold at 93% of list price.
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Just minutes away from the Ballantyne area of South Charlotte you’ll find Brookhaven subdivision, an exclusive John Wieland community. Brookhaven is a family-oriented community offering the very best in neighborhood living, with amenities that would rival any country club.
Homes in Brookhaven feature floor plans from renown builders Habersham, Signature Homes and Colonnade Custom Homes.
Currently, only a limited number of new homes are available from the high $400's to the mid $500's. However, there are a good number of resales available from the low $300’s to the mid $700’s. You can choose from a wide variety of compelling homes situated along sidewalk-lined streets on rolling, wooded terrain. 
Sure to serve as the meeting place of the neighborhood, the Brookhaven Club is the focal point for neighborhood activity with swimming, tennis and much more. From two to ninety-two, there is something for everyone:
• Clubhouse with Meeting, Fitness and Game Room
• Kitchen and Dining Area
• Aquatic Park with Oversized Swimming Pool
• Waterslide, Lazy River and Water Features • Lighted Tennis Courts
• Walking and Biking Trails
• Volleyball and Basketball Courts
• Playfield and Children's Playground
• Piano Lounge
• Media Room
Set in the wooded "country" location of Union County, Brookhaven is convenient for commuters along I-485 with great access to shopping and restaurants nearby: The Promenade, The Arboretum Mall, Stonecrest Center, Carolina Place Mall. Brookhaven families and children enjoy a quality education with top ranked schools nearby.
Elementary School: Antioch
Middle School: Weddington
High School: Weddington
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