
$445,000 $209/sqft
810 Balsam Terrace
Charlotte, NC 28214
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,128 sqft · 1987 · DOM: 54 d
Coulwood Creek reads like an established Charlotte pocket with a laid-back, residential feel and a strong sense of space.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Coulwood Creek, Charlotte
Coulwood Creek reads like an established Charlotte pocket with a laid-back, residential feel and a strong sense of space. The streets are lined with homes that sit on generous lots, often with mature trees, long driveways, and deep backyards that give the neighborhood a more relaxed, tucked-away character. Many of the homes here have brick exteriors, and the overall impression is one of durability, curb appeal, and long-term care.
"A mature Charlotte enclave where brick homes, big yards, and easy commuting routes shape the daily rhythm."
The neighborhood is made up primarily of single-family homes, with most built in the late 1980s and a few newer examples adding variety. Floor plans tend to be practical and roomy, with 3 to 4 bedrooms, bonus rooms over the garage, and flexible spaces that can serve as offices, guest areas, or hobby rooms. Outdoor living is a real part of the appeal here: decks, covered porches, fenced yards, wooded backdrops, and corner or cul-de-sac lots show up often, giving many properties a private, settled feel.
Brick construction is a defining visual theme, and while not every home is all-brick, the material is a consistent part of the neighborhood’s identity. Garages are also common, which adds everyday convenience and reinforces the suburban character. The setting feels established rather than new-build polished, but that is exactly what gives Coulwood Creek its appeal—there is room, character, and a sense that the homes have been designed for real use.
Coulwood Creek’s rhythm is shaped less by on-site amenities and more by its generous lots, outdoor space, and easy access to nearby recreation and commuting routes. Some homes enjoy features like decks, fireplaces, bonus rooms, and even private pools, but the broader lifestyle here is about having space to spread out. The neighborhood’s mature landscaping and wooded views make the outdoors feel like an extension of the home.
"This is the kind of neighborhood where the backyard matters as much as the floor plan."
Coulwood Creek sits in northwest Charlotte, in the Coulwood area near the city’s western edge. It offers straightforward access to major routes including I-485, I-85, I-77, and Highway 27, with some listings noting quick drives to downtown Charlotte, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Mount Holly, and the Whitewater Center. That makes it especially practical for anyone who wants a residential setting without losing connection to the region’s main corridors.
School assignments commonly point to Paw Creek Elementary and West Mecklenburg High; the middle school is listed as unspecified in the provided data. Nearby destinations mentioned in listing remarks include Charlotte Douglas Airport, the Whitewater Center, and the broader shopping, dining, and commuting network tied to the west Charlotte area.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Charlotte
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