



Union County Schools
Once
viewed as horse country for Southeast Charlotte residents,
The county has many
thriving communities, including
Highway
If you’re a
Charlotte-area newcomer looking to live in Union, chances are you’re most
interested in the western end of the county, along the county line close to
With
about 8,000 residents, Weddington proper is primarily residential and wealthy. The
“town center” is Weddington Corners shopping center.
ost of Marvin’s 1,300
residents moved here for the country atmosphere and homes with acreage. But
there’s new construction too; look along
Waxhaw takes its name
from the Waxhaws, the Indian tribe that once
inhabited the area. The town is
known
for its antiques, gift shops and galleries.
The area is known for its excellent schools. Among Waxhaw’s new
developments are Weddington Chase, with homes from $500,000 to $750,000;
Quellin, with homes starting in the $400s; and The Reserve, with homes from the
$300s.
Wesley
Chapel, at N.C. 84 and
On N.C. 75 between Waxhaw
and Monroe, Mineral Springs is known for the Queens Cup Steeplechase in April,
with attendance averaging about 20,000.
Stallings abuts the
Indian
Trail, which began as an outpost along an Indian trading trail, is also growing
fast.
With 16,000 residents, Indian Trail is implementing its plan for a pedestrian-friendly town center with shops, restaurants and
residential units. For new homes, check out Colton Ridge, with homes from
$250,000 to the $300s.



