House hunting: What does $500k buy you in Charlotte right now?

Neighborhoods include Madison Park, Sedgefield, Myers Park/Freedom Park, Dilworth, South End, Sherwood Forest and Elizabeth.

5109 Wedgewood Drive – $469,900

White brick ranch with basement

Why we love it: With brand new paint, flooring, upgraded kitchen, baths, fireplace and more, this home has all the updates you’re looking for — in an ideal location. The neutral finishes are the perfect blank slate for you to accessorize with your own personal flare.

• Neighborhood: Madison Park
• Realtor: Jason Lawson at Southern Home Group LLC
• Specs: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2,264 square feet

1201 Fordham Road – $499,900

Brand new four-bed

Why we love it: From the sprawling front porch and open floor plan to the modern kitchen and beautiful spa-like bathrooms, every space in this home enviable.

• Neighborhood: South End
• Realtor: Steve Stawick at Red Cedar Realty LLC
• Specs: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,580 square feet

5154 Lincrest Place – $515,000

Spacious charming ranch

Why we love it: This charming ranch, which sits on more than half an acre, has a layout great for entertaining. It’s a move-in ready home with tons of beautiful details, but there’s also room for cosmetic upgrades to add personal flare. I love it.

• Neighborhood: Sherwood Forest
• Realtor: Anne Spencerat HM Properties
• Specs: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2,005 square feet

700 Oakland Ave. – $529,500

Quaint cottage with curb appeal

Why we love it: This sweet cottage has an idyllic white picket fence yard, charming architectural details and beautiful flooring. It’s less than a 10-minute walk to Plaza Midwood hot spots like Soul Gastrolounge, Snooze, Two Scoops and more.

• Neighborhood: Elizabeth
• Realtor: Eric Layne at Helen Adams Realty
• Specs: 4 bed, 2 bath, 1,842 square feet

1020 Habersham Drive — $545,000

Remodeled three-bed with rocking chair front porch

Why we love it: This craftsman has been beautifully renovated and is the perfect blank canvas with light and bright colored walls and flooring. You’ll love the giant master and fenced-in backyard, too.

• Neighborhood: Sedgefield
• Realtor: Frank Adams and Laurens Adams Helen Adams Realty (704.534.1488)
• Specs: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,670 square feet

2919 Park Road – $546,500

Updated 1940s cottage near Freedom Park

Why we love it: This 1940s four-bed is the perfect blend of classic charm and modern design. Highlights include a wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors and  a spacious master suite with a clawfoot tub and walk-in closet.

• Neighborhood: Myers Park/Freedom Park
• Realtor: Don Anthony at Don Anthony Realty, LLC
• Specs: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,417 square feet

509 E. Tremont Ave. – $549,900

Sunny bungalow on idyllic street

Why we love it: Tons of big windows and light colored walls make the interior of this yellow bungalow bright and light. The location on Tremont can’t be beat — it’s on a row of equally adorable homes walking distance from East and South boulevards.

• Neighborhood: Dilworth
• Realtor: Leslie Dale at RE/MAX Executive
• Specs: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,626 square feet

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