REal Talk with Evie DeJesus

There’s something special about Charlotte in December. Maybe it’s the lights wrapped around every tree in Uptown or the way South End turns into a holiday postcard with people walking around holding peppermint mochas. Maybe it’s the neighborhoods that go all out like they’re trying to win a Christmas movie set contest. Either way, the city feels softer, warmer… and honestly more magical. And every December without fail someone tells me, “Evie, nobody buys or sells a house during the holidays.”  And every December without fail I prove them wrong. Because the truth is this:  Christmas might actually be one of the most underrated and strategic times to make a move in Charlotte. While everyone else is distracted with shopping lists, family events, kids performances and cookie swaps... the people who  are  in the market have a huge advantage. It’s like stepping onto a stage where half the cast decided to take the night off.  There’s less competition, less chaos, and ...

If you're trying to understand what really happened in the  2025 Charlotte real estate market , here’s the truth: this year separated casual buyers from strategic ones. Prices climbed, demand stayed strong, relocators kept coming, and the neighborhoods with the best appreciation in Charlotte made themselves VERY clear. This is your  value-packed, data-backed, no-BS  breakdown of the biggest shifts of 2025 and exactly where the  Charlotte housing market is headed in 2026 .  If you care about appreciation, timing, or long-term equity, don’t skip this. Grab my FREE:   Charlotte Neighborhood Comparison Guide The Top Market Shifts in the 2025 Charlotte Real Estate Market 1. Charlotte home prices climbed again  hitting the low $420s. Everyone felt it. The  median home price in Charlotte  stayed locked in the  low $420,000s , officially pushing the city into a new price era.   First-time buyers struggled. Move-up buyers got more options a ...

Charlotte’s growing like crazy, and every year there are a few neighborhoods that separate themselves from the pack the places where demand stays strong, values climb faster, and homeowners see the biggest return. If you’re thinking about buying, relocating, or leveling up in 2026, understanding where the  smart money  is going can save you a whole lot of regret down the road. These are the five neighborhoods I’m watching closely because they’re positioned to explode in value, and the signs are already there. 1. South End South End is a different type of energy. Modern living, walkability, skyline views, and nonstop development. Every time a crane comes down, two more go up. With new restaurants, luxury rentals, office spaces, and future expansion around the rail trail, this area stays in demand no matter what the market is doing. If you want appreciation + lifestyle + rental potential, this is your spot! 2. Ballantyne Ballantyne is in its “glow-up era” thanks to Ballantyne Re...

​ Charlotte is booming, and with the market shifting again for 2026, buyers want one thing: Clarity. Clarity about what their income can realistically buy in today’s Charlotte housing market. Spoiler : Charlotte is still more affordable than most major metros, but prices have climbed. Inventory under $350K is disappearing, competition is still strong in key suburbs, and affordability has officially become a data game. Here’s a straight-up, realistic breakdown of what buyers at different income levels can expect going into 2026. Charlotte’s 2026 Affordability Snapshot Charlotte’s median sale price sits in the low $420s, and to comfortably afford a median-priced home, most households now need an income around $140K–$150K, depending on debt and down payment. Homes under $300K are rare. Homes under $350K move fast. And the strongest appreciation is happening in Ballantyne, South End, South Charlotte, and the Lake Norman suburbs. This guide keeps things real so buyers know exact...