Providence Springs Charlotte NC Market Report - July 29, 2010

As a former member of the Providence Springs Board of Directors (Past-President), I watched this neighborhood grow and develop,  finally being built-out and selling the last home in the neighborhood.   Providence Springs Charlotte NC is just one of those few neighborhoods that still has that 'neighborhood' feel to it.  The winding streets are tree-lined and the landscaping in the neighborhood is simply gorgeous.  

Frequent block parties and cookouts are sure to quickly acquaint you with your wonderful new neighbors!  We developed a relationship with an adjoining neighborhood who provides limited association memberships to the residents of Providence Springs so that our residents can enjoy the swim club, tennis courts, pond, walking trails and have use of the clubhouse for a nominal fee each year.  So, Providence Springs residents have the best of both worlds--low HOA dues and low-fee access to a wonderful neighboring community 'club.'

Call today for a tour of this great little community of Providence Springs--we'll be sure to point out our fantastic new listing to you!  In the meantime, here is the latest market absorption trend.  Providence Springs is holding its own in this market--mainly because this community is such a fabulous one in which to live!

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Providence Springs Charlotte NC - Fabulous New Listing!

South Charlotte NC – Arboretum Area - Gorgeous ranch-and-half in prestigious Providence Springs.  This custom Gene Harrington built, full-brick home is located on a beautiful, quiet cul-de-sac.   The home has been meticulously maintained and certainly has the ‘WOW’ factor! 

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The oversized master suite features a large sitting area surrounded by large windows.  There is a large walk-in closet and a luxurious, beautifully renovated master bath.  The master bath includes tiled flooring and fully tiled double-sized shower with frameless glass enclosure.  A jetted Jacuzzi tub sits beneath a large block-glass window, double sinks and vanity area with lots of counter space.

Two additional bedrooms share a large full-bath on the main level.  There is also a second level nanny / in-law suite, 4^th bedroom / bonus room with full bath.  (Click on collage for photos of secondary bedrooms)

The enormous great room has gas log fireplace that is flanked by floor to ceiling built-ins (cabinets and shelving) and features gleaming hardwoods.  The great room leads to the bricked, screened porch (which features two large skylights) and overlooks lush, private fenced backyard with simply breathtaking landscaping.  Stone walkway leads to second patio area and more mature landscaping with lots of trees for additional privacy.

The gourmet kitchen also features hardwoods, 42” cabinets and lots of Silestone counter space.   The large island houses the Jenn Air gas cooktop and the large, bright, breakfast area features large windows and can easily house a large farmhouse-style table.

Adjacent to the kitchen and also facing the foyer is the large formal dining room.  Hardwood floors and heavy millwork (also throughout the home) are the features in this brightly lit room. 

The home also features a main level oversized laundry room, alarm system, large2-car garage with storage area, walk-in attic storage from 2^nd level room, central vacuum,  updated secondary baths, full-yard irrigation and so much more.  Fantastic location, neighbors, neighborhood and school assignments too—this home is truly a gem and won't last long!

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Charlotte NC - Providence Springs - New Listing Coming Soon!

As a former member of the Providence Springs Board of Directors (past-president), I watched this neighborhood develop and finally build and sell the last home in the neighborhood.  Charlotte NC Providence Springs is just one of those few neighborhoods that still has that 'neighborly' feel to it.  The winding streets are tree-lined and the landscaping in the neighborhood is simply unmatched in other communities in Charlotte.  

Frequent block parties and cookouts are sure to quickly acquaint you with your wonderful new neighbors!  We developed a relationship with an adjoining neighborhood who provides limited association memberships to the residents of Providence Springs so that our residents can enjoy the swim club, tennis courts, pond, walking trails and have use of the clubhouse for a nominal fee each year.

Call today for a tour of this great little community of Providence Springs--we'll be sure to point out our new listing coming on the market too!  This ranch + 1/2 is in immaculate condition and can be available when you are!  The home features an enormous master on the main level with a beautifully renovated master bath.  Two other bedrooms are located on the main level and share a large bath.  The fourth bedroom, upstairs, is perfect for a teenager, guests, nanny or in-laws!  Simply gorgeous landscaping surrounds this lovely home and the private, screened porch overlooks a lush, fenced (5' aluminum fencing) backyard with two patios, surrounded by mature trees.  Stay tuned for more on this perfectly lovely home.

It just makes sense to use a Realtor® who knows the product, the neighborhood, the community and the residents to market and SELL their homes!
 
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If you're a buyer, this is a great time to buy--if you're a seller, you're not going to realize the appreciation that you once did.  However, when you become the buyer on the other end of the transaction, you'll be gaining your losses back...and then some.  So, stay positive, show your homes in style (and at every opportunity), price your home properly and your homes WILL sell!  

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Charlotte NC School Assignments - Providence Springs

Schools are all within close proximity to Providence Springs.  The public schools to which Providence Springs children are assigned for the 2010-2011 School Year are as follows:

OLDE PROVIDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Principal: Rachel McKenzie
Address: 3800 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
Phone: (980)343-3755
Fax: (980)343-3722
School Website :  http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/oldeprovidence/

Olde Providence Elementary offers a strong, rigorous academic program that concentrates on effective communication skills and processes. Communications skills are extended by integrating instruction across the curriculum and in the arts. The use of technology enhances academic areas and includes video production and computers. Olde Providence also has a strong Character Education focus to support whole child development. The school was named a School of Excellence with Exemplary Growth status under the N.C. ABC's goals. It has also received a CMS Top Ten Award for Home/School Partnerships. The school’s mission, “Hand in Hand We Build the Future,” is exemplified through a highly effective School Leadership Team and a very active PTA.

CARMEL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Principal: Marc Angerer
Address: 5001 Camilla Drive
Charlotte, NC 28226
Phone: (980)343-6705
School Website http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/carmel/

Carmel Middle School, a sixth, seventh and eighth grade school, recognizes that middle school students have special intellectual, physical, social and academic, emotional needs.  To meet these needs, the help of the entire school community is solicited.

High expectations are set and teachers and staff work closely with parents to ensure these needs are met in a safe and orderly environment.  Utilizing the team approach, Carmel students experience the feeling of belonging to a smaller group within the school population, one which has common goals and whose members are supportive of one another.  There is a commitment to a shared mission at Carmel with high expectations set for all students in a safe and orderly environment.

Carmel provides for the academic needs of all students by offering challenging academic courses and a wide variety of elective courses.  The school offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities.  The Carmel staff, students and parents truly believe that Together Each Accomplishes More (TEAM).

The following facts describe Carmel Middle School and the learning environment provided to our students:

• A NC School of Distinction  (several years running).
• Named a "SCHOOL TO WATCH" by the North Carolina Middle School Association in 2005
• 10+ years of high growth (exemplary status)
• Met Adequate Yearly Progress goals for 32 of 33 subgroups 
• Large number of students enrolled in Language Arts Scholars classes as well as Math Scholars classes 
• English as a Second Language Program; Exceptional Children's program
• Low student/teacher ratio
• 34+% of staff with master's degree or higher
• Numerous National Board Certified teachers
• One counselor and one administrator per grade level
• 98.4% on Safe Schools Audits
• Active PTSA Board (over 40 members) and School Leadership team (18 committee members)
• A high level of parent participation adds to Carmel's success.  Parents regularly log over 1400 hours in various volunteer opportunities
• Nationally Certified AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Program. 
• Home-School communications: Carmel website is updated weekly, monthly team and PTSA newsletters
• Students participate in academic extracurricular activities such as National Junior Honor Society, Odyssey of the Mind, Spelling Bee, Geography Bee, NAL, Honors Band and Orchestra, Shakespeare Recitation, Chess, Science Olympiad, MATHCOUNTS, Algebra team, Geometry Team and the Battle of the Books.
• Monthly family involvement events including Family Night, PTSA meetings, AVID parent meetings and Parent seminars
• Curriculum night for the parents
• Student Publications including Paw Prints, Carmel's literary magazine, Cougar Prints, Carmel's newspaper and the yearbook
• Quality intramural and Physical Education programs
• Technology: two keyboarding labs, a research/resource computer lab, 15 Media Center computers, a communication arts computer lab, four mobile computer labs with wireless internet, at least one internet accessible computer in each classroom
• Active Athletic Program (golf, football, softball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, track, baseball and cheerleading) for 7th and 8th grade students
• Open door policy

MYERS PARK HIGH SCHOOL

Principal:  Tom Spivey
Address:  2400 Colony Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
Phone: (980)343-5800
Fax: (980)343-5803

Websites: http://www.mphs-ptsa.org/ & http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/mphs/ 

• Named one of Newsweek Magazine’s 100 Best High Schools in America

• Since 1951, when first opened,  Myers Park has excelled in academic and athletic competitions

• A collegiate-like campus consisting of 13 buildings on 62 acres

• Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and honors courses are offered in most academic areas

• An integrated community which allows its students to experience people of different cultures, races and economic backgrounds, attracting students from 37 countries
  

• Well prepared, dedicated teachers who provide an outstanding total educational experience
  
  
• Myers Park HS achieves highest SAT scores of all CMS schools
  
  
• Myers Park ranked 38 out of 27,000+ high schools by Newsweek magazine

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Just minutes from the Arboretum, only 9 miles from Uptown and minutes from I-485, Providence Springs sits in a prime South Charlotte location where shopping, recreation, and schools abound. Centrally located to the major private schools and in one of the city’s best school districts - your choice of Providence Springs schools Charlotte NC !

This South Charlotte property is tucked away on the city side of the Providence Road/Pineville-Matthews junction, a commute to anything Charlotte is just a short drive. Completed in 2002, renowned custom homebuilders, Harrington & Dowd took great pride in developing a quaint neighborly community with wide streets and gorgeous mature trees.  As you tour this highly sought-after community, you will notice the immaculate attention to detail in architecture, style, landscaping, sidewalks & neighbor-friendly cul-de-sacs.  Multiple honors and awards have been bestowed on the developer/builders, including Builder of the Year on several occasions.

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Charlotte NC PROVIDENCE SPRINGS Market Report - 03/13/2010

Providence Springs Charlotte NC, once farmland,  is a quaint neighborhood nestled between the Arboretum and Rea Road (the city-side of Highway 51). Gene Harrington & Ken Dowd (developers of other upscale neighborhoods such as Highgate), developed the sanctuary-style neighborhood, building custom homes on winding streets with flat lots, surrounded by mature trees.   As you enter Providence Springs, you will continue past a relatively new 'pre-fab' development into the original neighborhood (which begins at Megington Drive) with only 127 gorgeous custom and semi-custom (custom builder spec) homes. 

Mere minutes from the Arboretum, only 9 miles from Uptown and just minutes from I-485, Providence Springs Charlotte NC is in a prime location: shopping, recreation, and schools abound in this area. Centrally located to most of the major private schools and in one of Charlotte's award winning school districts, YOU will have your choice of schools for your children!

Located in beautiful South Charlotte, this prime property is tucked away just inside the Providence Road/Pineville-Matthews junction. Completed in 2002, renowned custom homebuilders, Harrington & Dowd took great pride in developing a quaint neighborly community with wide streets and gorgeous mature trees.  With strict archtectural limitations, the developers made certain that the neighborhood was complete with a variety of styles and finishes to suit many buyers' tastes.  As you tour this highly sought-after community, you will notice the immaculate attention to detail in architecture, style, landscaping, sidewalks & neighbor-friendly cul-de-sacs.  Multiple honors and awards have been bestowed on the developer/builders, including Builder of the Year on several occasions.

Frequent block parties and cookouts are sure to quickly acquaint you with your wonderful new neighbors!  Call today for a list of available homes or a tour of this great little community of Providence Springs!  

Market absorption trend, Providence Springs Charlotte NC, 03/13/2010:

Copyright© 2010 By Debe Maxwell, All Rights Reserved...**Charlotte NC Providence Springs Market Report:  03/13/2010**

Disclaimer:  All information provided by this author is strictly an opinion, is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, which may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article and may be time sensitive.

Providence Springs Charlotte NC, once farmland,  is a quaint neighborhood nestled between the Arboretum and Rea Road (the city-side of Highway 51). Gene Harrington & Ken Dowd (developers of other upscale neighborhoods as Berkley & Highgate), developed the sanctuary-style neighborhood, building custom homes on winding streets with flat lots, surrounded by mature trees.  As you enter Providence Springs Charlotte NC, you will continue past a relatively new pre-fab development into the original neighborhood (which begins at Megington Drive) with 127 gorgeous custom and semi-custom homes. 

Mere minutes from the Arboretum, just 9 miles from Uptown and minutes from I-485, Providence Springs Charlotte NC is in a prime location: shopping, recreation, and schools abound in this area. Centrally located to the major private schools and in one of the city’s best school districts, YOU will have your choice of schools for your children!

Located in beautiful South Charlotte, this prime property is tucked away just inside the Providence Road/Pineville-Matthews junction. Completed in 2002, renowned custom homebuilders, Harrington & Dowd took great pride in developing a quaint neighborly community with wide streets and gorgeous mature trees.  As you tour this highly sought-after community, you will notice the immaculate attention to detail in architecture, style, landscaping, sidewalks & neighbor-friendly cul-de-sacs.  Multiple honors and awards have been bestowed on the developer/builders, including Builder of the Year on several occasions.

Disclaimer:  All information provided by this author is strictly an opinion, is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, which may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article and may be time sensitive.

Providence Springs Charlotte NC Schools

Providence Springs Charlotte NC school children have available to them, diverse educational opportunities ranging from public to private to Montessori with a wide variety in each 'branch' of our educational system.  The following list of schools is not a complete list, rather a sampling of schools available to Charlotte's Providence Springs residents, both public and private.  A homeschool link is provided as well. 

Public school information at the CMS (Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools) site, has a complete list of elementary, middle and high schools with rankings, demographics, and individual school websites.

Homeschool information can be found at the Homeschool Alliance of North Carolina.

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Disclaimer:  All information provided by this author is strictly an opinion, is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, which may or may not be deemed reliable at the time of researching this article and may be time sensitive.