Neighborhood Guide
Ballantyne, Charlotte
Located in the southernmost part of Charlotte, Ballantyne offers a suburban setting with an array of residential, commercial, and office spaces blended with lush green parks and high-end amenities.
What to love
- Great school district
- Proximity to major highways
- Upscale amenities
- Lush green spaces
What to consider
- Higher property prices
- Limited public transit options
- High traffic congestion during peak hours
Market Trends
The Ballantyne neighborhood in the 28277 ZIP code has seen a rise in property values over the past 2 years.
$665.5K
↘ 2%Median sale price
72
↘ 3%Average days on market
85
↘ 25%Homes sold
Market trends are based on the previous 4 weeks of data in the 28277 zip code.
Schools
There are 5 public elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school(s) in 28277 serving ~10,000 students.
Schools
Elon Park Elementary School
8 / 10
Community House Middle School
9 / 10
Ardrey Kell High School
10 / 10
Data provided by GreatSchools
Safety
The crime rate in Ballantyne is lower than the surrounding areas. There are 2 police stations and 1 fire station within this 28277 code.
Overall Crime Risk
B
Violent Crime Risk
B+
Property Crime Risk
B
Provided by Ovogo.com
Transportation
Ballantyne is close to major highways and roads for people commuting to Charlotte. There are also several public transit options nearby: bus lines. The Walk Score is 25.
buses
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Route 43 and 62x
airports
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
bike lanes
Designated bike lanes on Ballantyne Commons Parkway
light rail
N/A
high speed rail
N/A
bike sharing programs
N/A
Entertainment and recreation
There are great things to do near Ballantyne to get out and about: The Ballantyne Hotel, Simonetti's Italian Festival, and the Ballantyne Arts Center.
Residents can enjoy the annual Ballantyne Festival, which features local food vendors, live music, crafts, and other activities for all ages.
Parks
There are several parks nearby that offer you a chance to get outside and explore: Ballantyne District Park with athletic fields, Big Rock Nature Preserve with its unique rock formations, and Rea Park which is perfect for dog walkers.
