Living in Charlotte's Plaza Midwood
Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood is a little edgy, a little quirky, and a lot of fun. This neighborhood embodies the best of Charlotte’s diversity, personality and urban character.
Today brand new high-rise apartments encircle a classic dive bar, and hipsters sip coffee while a vibrant cycling community commutes to town. Every fall, the Charlotte Marathon makes its way right down The Plaza in front of cheering fans who crowd their front porches.
Central Avenue demarcates the neighborhood’s southern border and captures a lot of its essence. You’ll find yourself admiring the elaborate graffiti on the retail strip’s brick facades — and elaborate tattoos from its multiple parlors.
Right outside of Plaza Midwood’s boundaries, you’ll find a host of up-and-coming neighborhoods benefiting from the area’s popularity, including Belmont, Plaza Shamrock, and Commonwealth Park.
Vitals
Population: 6,875
Commute distance to Uptown: 5 minutes
Median age: 33
Median household income: $62,730
Median home sales price: $305,685
Average rent: $979
Things to do in Plaza Midwood
Midwood Smokehouse. If you’re looking for a taste of wood-smoked North Carolina barbecue, this is the place to go. This homegrown barbecue restaurant has played host to presidents and dignitaries — and for good reason: They cook their meat the right way, low and slow. Don’t forget to try the bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers. Details.
Legion Brewing. Launched in 2015, this brewery has quickly become a neighborhood institution. On nice days, Legion Brewing offers the perfect combination of indoor and outdoor space. Go for the Juicy Jay, the brewery’s signature IPA. Details.
Workman’s Friend. This Irish pub and restaurant is cozy and warm — quite literally. Pull up in front of the fire and unwind. Details.
Central Coffee. This neighborhood coffee shop has grown up with the community. Hang out and get some work done or grab and go. Details.
Book Buyers. Don’t let the outside fool you: This used bookstore is the real deal. There’s even a resident cat. Details.
Plaza Midwood real estate
The quiet, tree-lined streets of Plaza Midwood are characterized by Craftsman-styled bungalows, with newly renovated homes blending seamlessly with historic properties. As you drive through, you’ll be amazed at the creatively and immaculately manicured lawns and gardens.
Cover image by James Willamor via Flickr (Creative Commons).
Guides
- Uptown
- South End, LoSo & Wilmore
- Dilworth & Sedgefield
- Elizabeth & Chantilly
- Cotswold
- Midtown & Cherry
- Ballantyne – Blakeney – Piper Glen – Waverly
- Madison Park & Montford
- FreeMoreWest & Wesley Heights
- Cornelius & Lake Norman
- Olde Providence & Arboretum
- Town of Matthews
- Towns of Waxhaw, Weddington & Marvin
- University City
- Mint Hill
- Fort Mill & Indian Land
- Davidson
- Town of Belmont
- Town of Monroe
- Kannapolis
- Huntersville
- Myers Park & Eastover
- NoDa & Villa Heights
- Plaza Midwood & Belmont
- Quail Hollow & Carmel Road Corridor
- SouthPark
- Steele Creek & Lake Wylie
- Town of Pineville