Charlotte isn't just the home of NASCAR. "The Gem of the South" is also a major financial hub (second only to New York City), a city rich in history and culture, and a relatively affordable place to find assisted living options. And if you're a golfer, this city of 731,000 may be your Shangri La.
Though housing prices are starting to creep up again, Charlotte is still an affordable big city. The most recent median home sales info shows prices of $152,812--still $68,000 cheaper than the other big Southern city of Atlanta. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Charlotte's cost of living is about 8% below the national average. The average property taxes are $2,391. And according to the Insurance Information Institute, North Carolina is one of the least expensive states for auto insurance with an average premium of $1,511.
Because Charlotte's weather is pleasant year-round, golfing is fun for golfers with nearly 100 public courses. And every year the city holds PGA events like the Wachovia Challenge and the Wells Fargo Championship. Other major sporting events include NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600 and the Queens Cup Steeplechase, an obstacle course for Thoroughbreds and their jockeys. You can also root for the NFL's Panthers and the NBA's Bobcats.
Spend a tranquil day at the Wing Haven Foundation Garden and Birds Sanctuary, home to birds such as eastern bluebirds, Carolina chickadees and Baltimore orioles. The McDowell Nature Center and Preserve, along the banks of Lake Wylie, is an 1108-acre home to native animals and butterfly gardens. The International House Book Club joins readers together once a month to discuss international authors, and book settings and themes. Take a beginner's watercolor class at Nancy Couick Studios. Tour the historic Rosedale Plantation, a model of Federal period architecture. Visit the homestead of President James K. Polk.
Charlotte has a number of assisted living options, particularly in the suburbs. Areas like Ballantyne, Cotswold, and Plaza Midwood are worth looking into. To get started, use our advanced search option to find retirement communities in and around the city.
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $2,900 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $5,780 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $6,390 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $3,150 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $3,340 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $1,130 |
6000 Park South Drive
Charlotte, NC 28210-3298
At Brighton Gardens of Charlotte, NC, we take senior living personally. Our resident-centered approach offers a broad range of care options and life-enriching activities, many of which have been added to our...
5800 Old Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28226-6872
Brookdale Carriage Club Providence is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and more in Charlotte, NC. Amenities include Emergency Alert System, Pet Friendly,...
2452 Rock Hill Church Road
Concord, NC 28027-8048
Brookdale Concord Parkway provides assisted living and memory care in Concord, NC. Our beautiful senior living community is designed to be like home. Amenities include Emergency Alert System, Pet Friendly, Fitness...
2806 Peachtree Road
Statesville, NC 28625-8204
Brookdale Peachtree is a kind and compassionate assisted living and memory care community for seniors. Amenities include Pet Friendly, Parking, Library, Café/Bistro, Beauty/Barber Shop, Courtyard and Garden, Porch,...
1501 Zion Church Road East
Concord, NC 28025-6827
Brookdale Place South Concord, formerly known as Horizon Bay Concord, is a Concord, North Carolina Assisted Living community that also offers Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care facilities for seniors.
5515 Rea Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
Brookdale South Charlotte is a beautiful care community for seniors, offering the best in assisted living and memory care services in South Charlotte, NC. Amenities include Emergency Alert System, Pet Friendly,...
5326 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28209-3648
Brookdale South Park has long been associated as a thriving business district, as well as home to some of Charlotte’s most affluent residential neighborhoods. Brookdale South Park is located in the heart of South...
11230 Ballantyne Trace Court
Charlotte, NC 28277
Legacy Heights Senior Living Community is located in the premier neighborhood of Ballantyne in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our senior living community offers Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care / Memory Support...
500 Penny Ln
Concord, NC 28025-0600
Morningside of Concord in Concord, North Carolina, is an assisted living and Alzheimer's care residence within a quaint community of families and neighbors. Morningside is proud to offer services, amenities, activities...
3610 Randolph Road
Charlotte, NC 28211-1318
Brookdale Cotswold is conveniently located by Cotswald Shopping Center, Mint Museum and across from a wide selection of physician offices which makes your traveling quick and convenient. We are surrounded by woods...
2101 Runnymede Lane
Charlotte, NC 28209
Summit Place of SouthPark is a premier Senior Living Community that features Assisted Living care and specialized Alzheimer's or Dementia Care.
5114 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC 28226-5852
Newcomers are sure to find a friend at our senior living community, Sunrise on Providence. A diverse group of welcoming, friendly and fun residents live at our beautiful senior home in Charlotte, NC. Our Designated...
5920 McChesney Drive
Charlotte, NC 28269
The Haven in Highland Creek, an Alzheimer’s and dementia care residence, is nestled in the heart of the master-planned community Highland Creek, in Charlotte, North Carolina.
10225 Old ardrey kell rd
Charlotte, NC 28277
Our campus houses three levels of care Assistant Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, and Skilled Nursing.
9200 Glenwater Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Thank you for your interest in Britthaven of Charlotte.
7245 City View Dr
Charlotte, NC 28212
Unlimited Possibilities (UP) Family Care Home provides the senior population with individual personalized assisted living care by a licensed staff in a customized equipped home care setting. As a member of the...
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