
$425,000 $170/sqft
8242 Charles Crawford Drive
Charlotte, NC 28269
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,499 sqft · 1985 · DOM: 21 d
Norcroft has the feel of an established Charlotte subdivision that has grown into itself over time: mature trees, cul-de-sac streets, and homes set on noticeably generous lots.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Norcroft, Charlotte
Norcroft has the feel of an established Charlotte subdivision that has grown into itself over time: mature trees, cul-de-sac streets, and homes set on noticeably generous lots. Most of the neighborhood’s housing dates to the mid-1980s, which gives the area a consistent, classic look rather than a patchwork of eras. The streetscape leans traditional, with many homes offering front porches, screened porches, and broad backyards that open to green space or wooded edges.
"Norcroft pairs an established setting with everyday convenience and a strong sense of place."
Single-family homes define the neighborhood, and the architecture tends to favor practical layouts with formal living and dining spaces, family rooms with fireplaces, and kitchens that have been updated over time. Many homes feature brick exteriors or brick accents, and garage space is common, though not universal. The overall impression is of a neighborhood where owners have invested in updates rather than constant reinvention: renovated kitchens, refreshed baths, new roofs, and upgraded mechanical systems show up often enough to shape the community’s character. Lots are a real part of the appeal here, with room for patios, fenced yards, sheds, and outdoor living areas that feel more expansive than you might expect so close to the city.
Norcroft’s everyday rhythm is tied closely to the outdoors. Several homes connect directly to the Clark Creek Greenway or sit near the Mallard Creek Greenway connection, making it easy to step out for walking, running, or biking without getting in the car. That greenway access adds a welcome layer of openness to the neighborhood and balances the traditional residential setting. Inside the subdivision, the pace feels residential and settled, with screened porches, paver patios, fenced backyards, and mature landscaping shaping how residents use the space.
"Greenway access and larger lots give Norcroft a distinctly open, lived-in feel."
Norcroft sits in North Charlotte, in the University City area near the Harris Boulevard corridor, with quick reach to I-85, I-485, and I-77. Listings also point to easy access to Uptown Charlotte, the airport, UNCC, Research Park, Concord, Lake Norman, and PNC Music Pavilion, depending on the route and destination. For schools, the commonly associated middle school is Ridge Road and the high school is Mallard Creek; the elementary assignment is unspecified in the provided records. In practical terms, this is the kind of location that keeps shopping, dining, and major commuter routes within easy reach while still feeling rooted in a well-established residential pocket.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Charlotte
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Norcroft median sale price is $385,250.
The Norcroft real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 51 days. With 1 active listing and 6 homes sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.
Listings taken off the market in the past year in Norcroft, Charlotte
Charlotte, NC 28269
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,721 sqft
Charlotte, NC 28269
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,606 sqft
Charlotte, NC 28269
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,606 sqft
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