The 30-mile radius that composes Lake Norman is filled with everything you’ll need for work and play. Extending across four counties are three school systems and private school options, recreational activities such as boating, skiing, fishing and golfing and a great variety of dining and shopping.
Davidson
Davidson, North Carolina has always been a special place for those who live, work and come to visit. Davidson is small and friendly, intellectually and culturally intriguing. It is a safe and happy place to raise a family or relax and retire. Davidson is a great place to start a business, large or small, in the heart of a growing and influential metropolitan region. It has small-town character but is near lakefront recreation and large-city amenities. The Town of Davidson officially came into being in 1891. Previously, it was incorporated as the Town of Davidson College in 1879, and before it was simply referred to as Davidson College. The college, the town's principal employer, continues to have a strong influence in the community. It is recognized as one of the leading four-year liberal arts institutions in the country.
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Davidson is located off I-77 exit 30 and is about 30-45 minutes north of uptown Charlotte. Davidson's old town takes you back to yesteryear, with it's classic style homes and large oak trees. A high desirable area and homes are generally priced higher for similar homes around Lake Norman.
Huntersville
Huntersville is the fast growing Lake Norman community. Annual events such as Hello! Huntersville, a Christmas and Spring Festival encourage a sense of community among townspeople. In the midst of this charming small town exist countless business opportunities. In the 650-acre Huntersville Business Park, you can find a broad array of businesses from offices to distribution centers. Huntersville was established as a municipality in 1885 and was named for one of its founding fathers. Farmers grew cotton on their large plantations and prominent schools attracted families from near and far. In later years, textile mills brought more jobs and residents to the area. There are numerous historic home sites intact and open to the public in Huntersville. These sites serve as a living legacy and link the between the present and past.
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Huntersville, North Carolina is within 20-30 minutes north of uptown Charlotte on I-77 off exit 23 and 25. Ranked in the top 100 cities to live in 2005, Huntersville is the most populated city in the Lake Norman community. Average home prices are around $230,000. If you like malls Huntersville has Birkdale Village and just south is North Lake Mall. Huntersville Taxes are roughly $1.25/$100 and several new schools are under construction before 2010 are sure to relieve overcrowding and create better education. For those who must make the commute to Charlotte everyday Huntersville is a great area.
Cornelius
Cornelius offers a delightful blend of old and new. You can shop in lovely-renovated downtown shops or visit one of the sparkling new shopping centers. Cornelius was once a textile town that has embraced Lake Norman, which has inspired development of high quality motels and restaurants with a reputation for southern hospitality.
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Mooresville
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Mooresville's roots run deep in the Piedmont soil. Primarily an agricultural community from its incorporation in 1873, Mooresville was the dream of John Franklin Moore, the town's namesake. Moore was successful in bringing the Atlantic, Tennessee and Ohio Railroad to town by promising a depot site and a sidetrack to hold large cotton shipments that were hauled on the railway. He also offered to sell land to parties interested in building a town. With the upsurge in the cotton trade, Mooresville's economy quickly expanded to include textiles. Today Mooresville's business sector is quite diversified, yet still relies on state-of-the-art textile production as the cornerstone of its economy.
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Mooresville, North Carolina is one of the fastest areas growing around Lake Norman and was ranked in the top 100 places to live in 2007. Mooresville is off I-77 exit 33 and 36 and depending on where you live it could take you about 45 - 1 hour 1/2 to get to uptown Charlotte. Major road and hwy improvements are coming to make the commute faster but for everyday living Mooresville has everything you need. The area also boasts great schools and low taxes. West of I-77 which is the Lake side is newer and growing tremendously. Home prices average around $335,000. The East side is older but has many great new communities as well.
