Moving to Huntersville, NC? 15 Reasons You’ll Love It!

Beth Sterner
Beth Sterner
Published on July 14, 2017

Moving to Huntersville, NC? 15 Reasons You’ll Love It!

For anyone moving to Huntersville, NC or considering it, you’ll want to read this first! You should check out the affordability of homes for sale in Huntersville. One thing most people know about Huntersville is how connected the community is. There are so many events on a weekly basis for adults, families and businesses. Here’s 15 things you will love about your move to Huntersville!

Community – An Incredible to Move to Huntersville

Huntersville is a large town with a small town feel and that is one of the best parts. You will love the welcoming embrace you get from the local Huntersville residents and how often you run into people you know at community events. You may not notice it at first, but after 6 months you will know exactly what I am talking about.  The opportunities to meet new people is definitely my favorite part. You will find that in Huntersville you will always run into people you have previously met, whether at the grocery store or at a local festival like many held at neighboring Rural Hill.

People You Meet in Huntersville

The people who call Huntersville home are what makes the community so great. With all the people relocating to Huntersville you will encounter some of the nicest residents you won’t find anywhere else. I remember moving to the area in 1999 and was very nervous, but the community is so welcoming and it made my transition very easy and made this town my home.The cheerfulness of the people living in Huntersville is a product of everything Huntersville has to offer including the a great place for jobs, amazing weather, and an affordability of homes for sale unlike most other cities. If you’re moving to Huntersville from the northern states, you will notice almost immediately just how welcoming the people in Huntersville are.

Huntersville is a Great Place for Jobs

If you’re moving to Huntersville you will find it a lot easier to find a job than most other cities. With more than 16,000 job openings in Huntersville NC and more than 26,000 in Charlotte NC, there likely to be one that is just right for you. The median salary to median home value is one of the best in the US! The presence large corporations, like the Nascar industry and Lowes Corporate a short drive north, and national award winning schools is a huge part of what makes Huntersville such a great place for jobs. A lot of executives will move to Huntersville to begin working for Lowes Corporate in the Mooresville area, as well as Ingersoll Rand in Davidson NC and many other corporate businesses in Charlotte. So what else are you likely to love about moving to Huntersville?

The Food in Huntersville is Top-Notch

If you are relocating to Huntersville you’ll want to check out some of the incredible restaurants like Mickey & Mooch, Viva Chicken, and if you are looking for great beer selection and maybe catch the game, head over to Duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse. They will not disappoint your taste buds. With countless Restaurants in the Huntersville area you will have plenty of places to call your favorite.You can also find an even more extensive selection of great restaurants if you head over to Birkdale Village, a local shopping, eating and entertainment hot spot. Huntersville is a great place for food, and the southern towns of Mooresville, Davidson, Cornelius, and the city of Charlotte offer an endless dining experience.

Crafting Great Beer in Huntersville

The state of North Carolina has become a staple for the craft beer scene, you will find many local breweries between Huntersville, NC and Asheville, NC, along with local specialty beer shops like Crafty Beer Guys here in Huntersville. Local breweries are located in Huntersville, Cornelius, Mooresville and off North Davidson St (NoDa) in Charlotte NC. Check out the breweries located in NoDa here! local breweries near huntersville nc

Affordable Homes for Sale in Huntersville

The homes for sale in Huntersville are some of the most affordable in the nation. Whether you’re searching for a house in Mooresville, Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville, other Lake Norman towns, or closer to uptown Charlotte, you will find the homes are priced low considering the economy and quality of life. Huntersville Real Estate offers a great value.


Complete List of Popular Neighborhoods in Huntersville, NC

Beckett

Birkdale

Birkdale Village

Carrington Ridge

Cedarfield

Centennial

Gilead Ridge

Gilead Village

Latta Springs

Macaulay

Mirabella

Monteith Park

Northstone

Olmsted

Riverdale

Skybrook

Stephens Grove

The Hamptoms

Vermillion

Wynfield


Whether you’re shopping for homes in Huntersville, around Lake Norman, or as far north as Mooresville, you will have easy access to the city of Charlotte. A lot of Huntersville residents have moved from the northeast. Those people who moved to Huntersville from northern states like New York and New England are extremely happy about the weather.

Weather in Huntersville is a Great Reason to Move!

The weather in Huntersville is mild year round and a great reason to relocate. We experience all four seasons, and yes it snows in Huntersville (occasionally). We are only 1-2 hours from the Mountains, depending on whether you go to Boone NC or Asheville NC. If you like to ski or snowboard. Huntersville is a great area to live for the convenience to the Mountain region of NC. Below is a great graph to show you the weather trends in Huntersville (compliments to Weather.com for the image).

weather in mooresville nc

Education is Some of Best in Nation Around Huntersville

Huntersville is close to some of the nations highest rated schools. From public, charter and even private schools surrounding Huntersville, you will find a perfect fit for your children. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) is a short commute and provides an excellent level of education for local and long distance students. Huntersville is also about 5-7 miles from Davidson College, where Stephen Curry played prior to being drafted to the NBA. There are also several community colleges close to Huntersville including, Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) and Mitchell Community College.

Lake Living in Huntersville

Huntersville, NC is home to Lake Norman. It is the largest man-made lake in the south. Local residents have the privilege of buy a home on the shores of Lake Norman. The weather in Huntersville allows for local people to enjoy watersports and boating for the majority of the year. With many marinas and waterfront communities, residents have numerous options for boat storage for ease of access to all the fun Lake Norman provides. To learn more about Lake Norman and to find Lake Norman Homes For Sale to purchase your little piece of paradise, click here!

 huntersville lake homes for sale

huntersville waterfront homes

Huntersville NC is THE Spot for Live Music!

For those who love music, Huntersville is a great place to relocate. There are countless live music events at local bars and restaurants. To learn more about local entertainment and local events near Huntersville, click here! live music near huntersville

Nightlife Near Huntersville

If you’re planning on relocating to the Huntersville area, you will have no shortage of great nightlife opportunities. You will find several local hotspots for nightlife by checking out this Yelp page for the 10 Best  Nightlife in Huntersville, NC. Huntersville is located a short distance to Charlotte NC via interstate 77. In the city of Charlotte, residents enjoy local bars, breweries, and restaurants for an incredible late night scene. Charlotte is also home to the AvidXChange Music Factory, formerly known as the North Carolina Music Factory.

Sportsmooresville sports

Located near Charlotte, Huntersville residents enjoy professional, amateur and college level sports. Charlotte is home to the NBA Charlotte Hornets, NFL Carolina Panthers, NHL Carolina Hurricanes (AHL) Charlotte Checkers, MLB Charlotte Knights and NASCAR Sprint Cup BK Racing. College sports near Huntersville include the UNCC 49ers and Davidson Wildcats. In recent years the University of North Carolina at Charlotte has added college football to their extensive college sports lineup. While the team is new, it is growing in experience and in popularity among local residents. You will also be able to enjoy local amateur baseball including the Hickory Crawdads and the Kannapolis Intimidators.

Beach

How far is Huntersville NC from the beach? You can get the beach in as little as three and a half hours from Huntersville. Wilmington NC, home of Wrightsville Beach is an extremely popular summer location for North Carolina residents as well as college students looking attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW). The close proximity allows for a quick weekend getaway and a great reason to relocate to Huntersville. Other North Carolina beaches within reasonable driving distance include the Outer Banks, Carolina Beach and Topsail. Huntersville is only a few hours from the beach and even closer to some great mountains if you enjoy hiking, skiing and snowboarding!

Mountains

If you like hiking, camping, skiing or snowboarding, living in Huntersville will give you a convenient drive to your favorite mountain activities. Sugar Mountain, Ski Beech Ski Resort, Winterplace, and Snowshoe Mountain are all great places to hit the slopes! Boone and Asheville are not only mountain towns with great universities, they have some of the top restaurants and breweries in North Carolina. Boone is home to the Appalachian State University and only a little over an hour from Huntersville. Asheville is home to the University of North Carolina Asheville and in close proximity to Western Carolina University and located about 2 hours from Huntersville.

Golf

The Huntersville area is home to 3 distinct golf courses including Skybrook Golf ClubBirkdale Golf Club and NorthStone Country Club. There are also many other golf courses located near Huntersville, NC that many local residents frequent. golf courses near huntersville nc

Living in Huntersville, NC

If you’re thinking of moving to the Huntersville, NC area, you are really going to enjoy living here. When I made the move from California, I remember reading that Huntersville was one of the best places to live in the US, since then it has only grown in popularity! Whether you’re moving to Huntersville with a job or without one, you will want to visit the area before hand. Consult with a local Realtor to ask for popular neighborhood information and for a tour of the local area.

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