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 |
2155 Mt Holly Huntersville
Charlotte, NC 28214
At Home Loving Care is a unique home offering Specialized Homestead Programs for residents which allows residents to retain maximum independence through its therapeutic physical design. Our halls are full of...
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,...
6053 Wilora Lake Road
Charlotte, NC 28212-2805
The spacious common rooms overflowing with natural light and the amenities and conveniences available to you as a resident here make Brookdale Charlotte East feel more like a destination resort than an independent and...
1316 Patterson Street
Monroe, NC 28112-4348
Located in Monroe, NC, Brookdale Union Park is a senior living community. We offer compassionate and attentive service for those in need of assisted living care, combined with convenient amenities and a wonderful...
3501 East Independence Blvd.
charlotte, NC 28205
We are a very affordable All-Inclusive Independent Living facility. We have a very diverse community ranging from residents that work, some with disabilities, retirees and veterans. For $1,495 you have 3 meals a...
3600 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
Atria MerryWood is a hospitable senior community with all the grace and charm of southern living. On a sunny day, take a walk around the beautiful grounds, full of flowering trees and bushes.
3505 Oriole Place
Charlotte, NC 28269
Radbourne Manor is a Premier Adult Care Home located in close proximity to the Radbourne Community in the University City area of Charlotte, NC. Why settle for "corporate" living when you can have all the benefits of...
9131 Benfield Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
Built upon 10-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with a large pond at the center, Shads Landing offers you all the convenience of Charlotte with a lovely park-like setting to call their own. Yet we’re close to...
5512 Carmel Road
Charlotte, NC 28226
Formerly known as Carmel Place. Conveniently located in South Charlotte near some of the city’s best shopping, dining and healthcare, you’ll enjoy living in our beautiful and peaceful community. Our area offers a...
3442 Cypress Club Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28210
Where old clichés have been tossed out the window. So forget everything you thought you knew about “retirement living.” We offer a new approach to “retirement living” that our residents and their families think makes...
8700 Lawyers Rd
Charlotte, NC 28227
The Little Flower is located in Charlotte, the “Queen City” and largest city in the state of NC.
10225 Old ardrey kell rd
Charlotte, NC 28277
Our campus houses three levels of care Assistant Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, and Skilled Nursing.
617 Laurel Lake Dr
Columbus, NC 28722
Tyron Estates is a community composed of the most desirable aspects of retirement living. The on- campus lifestyle is geared towards residents who would like to explore and enjoy their retirement years with the...
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