My move to Charlotte, NC

They say most of Charlotte, NC is all transplants. By the look of the licenses plates, and southern accents less heard I would say this is true. However, there is something truly special about living in Charlotte, NC and I don’t regret my move to Charlotte.
Being raised in South Florida, I was use to the beaches, humidity, and no one speaking English. I love living in the Carolina’s. There are many different parts for you to choose from. You have the “piedmont” where Charlotte, NC is. You also have the Mountains, which are gorgeous. My favorite, the beaches! South Carolina, has my favorite vacation spot, Charleston, also ranked the #1 city to visit in the United States.

As a Realtor, for RE/MAX Executive, we have many amazing tools available for our clients. One of them is the 2013 Lifestyle report. I hope you enjoy learning more about the beautiful Carolina’s. If you ever have any questions about living here, moving here, or general questions, don’t hesitate to ask me.

Charlotte Commute Times

Charlotte, NC

As a realtor one of the top questions I get about Charlotte is, “What is the Charlotte commute like?”Â This is a fair question considering we drive an average of 13,476 miles per year, or 37 miles a day. The number of Americans with driverâ€™s licenses increased 45 percent, from 145 million in 1980 to 210 million in 2010. We spend more than twice as much time in traffic congestion â€“ 14 hours per year in 1982 to 34 per year in 2010.

With that in mind, lets break down Charlotte Commute times:

Lake Norman to Charlotte Commute

First problem with this commute is if you are coming past exit 33 and crossing the lake, EVERYONE stops to look at the lake.Â You may find yourself sitting in your car crawling and its for nothing.Â Just people looking at the lake.Â If everyone could cohesively just LOOK forward and drive this would shave a goodÂ 8 minutes off your Charlotte commute.

To prove my point, a visit to Four Square, shows picture after picture , while driving, after they pass exit 33 approaching Davidson.

Leaving from exit 28/25 its a 45 min commute in rush hour.Â Non Rush hour 20 min commute.
Leaving from Mooresville or DavidsonÂ an hour commute in rush hour.Â Â Non rush hourÂ 35 min commute

: Rain – Sure this is safe

: Sunny Days

: Let’s not forget Sunsets

Ballantyne to Charlotte Commute

The Charlotte commute from popular suburb Ballantyne to Uptown Charotte can be a headache.Â However, unlike the lake where there is just ONE way in and out, here you have 3 options.

I love options.

485- Uptown Charlotte-Â Â The stretch from Johnston/Rea to 77 could take up the bulk of your time with current construction.Â Rush hour 45 mins.Â Non Rush hour 20 minutes.
Historic route- If you are one for scenery, history, and catching red lights this is the option for you!Â Take Ardrey Kell to Providence Road and drive straight! This is the same amount of time 45 mins to and hour in peak rush hour(but, you could get luckyÂ and hit green lights, also easier to detour, but non rush hour (hitting green lights is the best) 30 minutes.Â This route has more restrictive speed limits.
Zig-Zag- For the creative people, who love using their GPS this route is for you.Â I tried this the other day, and out smarted the accidents that my app told me about.Â Combination of HWY 51, to Park Rd, through communities, and landed in Uptown.Â Watch yourself on Park Rd near “Cameron Woods” cops love to hang out and trap you!

Southpark to Charlotte Commute

View from Midtown

The Charlotte commute from South Park has one disadvantage, you can’t win from choosing highway or streets.

Going on either Park Rd,Â or Sharon to Providence should take 20 minute in Rush Hour.Â Non rush hour 15 mintues.Â Again, all 2 lane roads in most parts, and if you hit lights could take longer.

Fort Mill to Charlotte Commute

Fort Mill has fast become a desirable spot cause of the great schools, lower taxes, and “small town” feel.Â It is also just as close to Charlotte, as the other popular Charlotte suburbs.

77 North hitting a few of your friends coming off the 485 will slow you do as they add to 77 North traffic.Â 45 Rush Hour, 30 Minutes Non Rush Hour
For those going to North Charlotte, taking the new 485 loop around and skipping 77 North traffic is a great idea.Â This will connect you around Huntersville.

Want to avoid Charlotte commute?

Your options would be to live IN Uptown, or the Southend area, or other up and coming urban areas surrounding uptown.Â OR, if you live south of downtown, use our new Cats lynx system light rail.Â
Feel the big city city life here in Charlotte.Â The lightrail is clean, safe, quick and effective!Â Makes your Charlotte commute not even a thought!

Where to go – Charlotte Traffic Information

Charlotte Local News

Charlotte Commute Apps

Waze- gives you directions and monitors traffic conditions for others on the road at the same time. That’s what makes it the leading navigation app (although the friendly app icon and design certainly play a part in luring users back). Waze is works together with fellow drivers.
Twist– Focusing on actual arrive time, which will save you from texting while driving(prevent traffic).Â Most accidents are caused from people running late.
Twitraffic- Uses drivers TWEETS to let you know about traffic
Beat the Traffic Charlotte- this is ONLINE and an APP!

Please leave any feedback or tips here for Charlotte Commutes. Â Feel free to contact me for any questions about living here in the

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