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$669,900 $407/sqft
1939 Academy Street
Charlotte, NC 28205
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,647 sqft · 1952 · DOM: 118 d
Plaza Homes for Sale in Charlotte, SC
Plaza sits in the heart of Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood area, where older bungalows, newer infill, and a lively street grid create a neighborhood with real character.
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About Plaza
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Plaza, Charlotte
First Impressions
Plaza sits in the heart of Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood area, where older bungalows, newer infill, and a lively street grid create a neighborhood with real character. The setting feels established but never static: classic front porches, mature trees, and a steady mix of renovated homes and fresh construction keep the streetscape interesting from block to block.
"A walkable Charlotte pocket where historic charm and new construction meet with style."
Home Styles & Community Feel
Single-family homes define the community, and the architecture ranges widely. The oldest homes date back to the early 1900s, while the newest construction reaches 2026, so buyers see everything from vintage bungalows to modern Craftsman-inspired builds and custom new homes. Many homes feature hardwood floors, covered porches, fireplaces, fenced yards, and thoughtful updates such as quartz or granite counters, open kitchens, and bonus spaces. Brick appears often enough to be part of the neighborhood’s visual texture, though not as a universal finish. Lot sizes are generally comfortable for the city, with some homes offering detached garages, patios, or extra outdoor room that feels rare this close to Uptown.
The overall mood is energetic and layered. Some properties lean historic and preserved, while others are sleek and newly built, especially along streets where infill has taken root. That blend gives Plaza a lived-in appeal that feels both urban and residential.
Amenities & Daily Rhythm
Daily life here revolves around being close to everything that gives Plaza Midwood its momentum. Listings repeatedly point to easy access to restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, shopping, parks, and entertainment, with Midwood Park and the greenway path adding outdoor breathing room. Optimist Hall, NoDa, and Uptown are all part of the neighborhood’s regular geography, and several homes are described as being within walking distance of everyday conveniences. The result is a community where errands, dining out, and evening plans can all happen without much planning.
"Close to the action, yet still grounded by porches, yards, and neighborhood streets."
Location & Schools
Plaza is centered around The Plaza and the broader Plaza Midwood corridor in east Charlotte, with strong ties to NoDa and Uptown. One listing notes downtown Charlotte is about five minutes away, underscoring how quickly this area connects to the city core. Nearby destinations mentioned in remarks include Plaza Midwood, NoDa, Uptown, Optimist Hall, Midwood Park, restaurants, breweries, grocery stores, and the greenway path. School assignments are not specified in the provided records, so elementary, middle, and high school names remain unspecified here. Even so, the neighborhood’s location is one of its clearest strengths: it places classic Charlotte housing within a short drive of major employment, dining, and entertainment corridors.
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Market Trends
Closed sales from MLS history for Plaza, Charlotte
Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$775,000
5 sales closed · Feb 2023 – Jan 2024
Plaza median sale price is $775,000.
The Plaza real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 58 days. With 0 active listings and 4 homes sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.
Pricing
- Median Price
- $650,000
- Average Price
- $691,300
- $/Sq.Ft (Q1)
- $102
Property Details
- Avg Bedrooms
- 3.1
- Avg Bathrooms
- 1.9
- Avg Lot Size
- 0.21 acres
Market Activity
- Active Listings
- 0
- Sold Last Year
- 4
- Median Days to Sell
- 58 days
Community Info
- Median Year Built
- 1965
- New Construction
- 7%