Neighborhood Guide
Providence Plantation, Charlotte
Providence Plantation is a serene and established neighborhood with tree-lined streets, sprawling homes, and a sense of tranquility. It's known for its sense of community and proximity to downtown Charlotte, offering residents a suburban feel with big city amenities nearby.
What to love
- Beautiful and spacious homes
- Proximity to downtown Charlotte
- Low crime rate
- Highly rated schools
What to consider
- Limited public transportation options
- Higher property prices
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
Market Trends
The Providence Plantation neighborhood in the 28270 ZIP code has seen a rise in property values over the past 2 years.
$660K
↘ 6%Median sale price
72
↗ 17%Average days on market
43
↘ 20%Homes sold
Market trends are based on the previous 4 weeks of data in the 28270 zip code.
Schools
There are 2 public elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school in 28270 serving ~3,200 students.
Schools
Providence Spring Elementary School
10 / 10
Crestdale Middle School
8 / 10
Providence High School
9 / 10
Data provided by GreatSchools
Safety
The crime rate in Providence Plantation is lower than the surrounding areas. There are 2 police stations and 3 fire stations within this 28270 code.
Overall Crime Risk
B
Violent Crime Risk
B
Property Crime Risk
C
Provided by Ovogo.com
Transportation
Providence Plantation 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) routes 51 and 62
airports
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
bike lanes
Dedicated bike lanes running through the neighborhood
light rail
LYNX Blue Line
high speed rail
N/A
bike sharing programs
Charlotte B-cycle program
Entertainment and recreation
There are great things to do near Providence Plantation to get out and about: Mint Museum Uptown, SouthPark Mall's annual holiday events, and Symphony Park concerts.
Providence Plantation hosts events like neighborhood block parties, seasonal farmer’s markets nearby, and art shows.
Parks
There are several parks nearby that offer you a chance to get outside and explore: Colonel Francis Beatty Park with its renovated playground, McAlpine Creek Park with easy parking, and Mecklenburg County Scheer Nature Preserve great for runners.
