Huntersville was renamed from Craighead to Huntersville to honor the legacy of landowner and cotton farmer, Robert Boston Hunter. Incorporated in 1873, the town was a thriving rail line that promoted quick growth. The land around Huntersville was fertile and therefore ideal for farming, and with its close proximity to the railroad, the town quickly grew. In the early days, life in the town revolved around farming, family and the church, creating a close-knit relationship between families in the early years and a sense of community that persists today. Huntersville has a rich past that continues to draw many new residents to its town. The charm of the remaining farmland, the close proximity of Charlotte just ten minutes away, and its equally close proximity to Lake Norman are some of its more alluring features.

Huntersville is still deeply rooted in its history. The Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church was the first church built in the town around 1875, and backed two local schools: the McClintock Academy and the Orr School, which are similar to junior colleges. The town prided itself on educating numerous ministers, teachers and business leaders in the late 1800s. As the town grew larger, its business community grew tremendously, and some relics of the Virgin Manufacturing Company, a cotton mill, remain evident today. The brick yard business proved lucrative for the town as well, providing. It provided the bricks for many local buildings. Many of the older brick buildings and some remaining chimneys can still be seen today in the older sections of town. The close connection with the past and strong community bonds have made Huntersville real estate sought after by many.

The boom in Huntersville's population has created endless new business for home builders and Realtors thereby making Huntersville real estate a lucrative market. Newcomers can choose from a broad range of home styles and prices in family-friendly neighborhoods that come equipped with bike trails and sidewalks, and you'll also discover waterfront condominium communities with boat slips and spacious luxury town homes. The city operates a Parks and Recreation department whose main goal is to continue to foster a sense of community, organizing classes, special events and athletics for all ages. The city boasts a family fitness center and outdoor fun park where children can slide through tubes and climb sprinkler-filled jungle gyms inside an outdoor pool.

The town features 18 historic sites within a five-mile radius of Beatties Ford Road. The Hugh Torance House and Store, started in the 1770s, is the oldest surviving store in Mecklenburg County. Hopewell Presbyterian Church, dates to the 1740s and features 200-year old stone walls around its cemetery. Much of the retail and residential areas in Huntersville are new, and Huntersville is home to many world-class retail stores and has utilized the new mixed-use concept. For example, Birkdale Village on Sam Furr Road includes luxury apartments and offices above boutiques and restaurants. Huntersville is home to several private golf courses, including Birkdale and Northstone.

In the last decade, the population of Huntersville has increased by a whopping 728 percent. Today, approximately 38,000 people live within its city limits. The median population age is 33 years and the median income per household is $71,932. The communities in Huntersville feature homes ranging in price from approximately $150,000 to $800,000. Over 45.6% of the population has a Bachelor's or advanced degree, and the town is enjoying a booming economy. Huntersville has drawn many national and international companies to establish offices within its city limits, and the town enjoys a low crime rate, great shopping and restaurants, as well as Lowe's Motor Speedway. The town is constantly recognized for its growth and planning efforts, while maintaining a community spirit and a deep sense of history with annual events like the spring festivals.

It is a deep sense of a rich and varied history that has encouraged many new residents to relocate to Huntersville. The allure of the remaining farmland, the short commute into Charlotte, and its close proximity to Lake Norman, has made Huntersville real estate an ideal choice. The booming economy proves that now is the time to invest in North Carolina real estate.

For more information about Huntersville real estate, contact the expert Realtors of the Re/Max Premier Team at (704) 714-6670 today.

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