Living in southeast Charlotte affords residents a prime opportunity to take advantage of all the amenities a thriving metropolis has to offer. The smell of greenery envelops neighborhoods thanks to an abundance of tree-lined streets, fresh gardens and immaculately manicured lawns. Neighborhood parks and public gathering areas further contribute to the verdant atmosphere of this community, offering wooded areas, vast grassy expanses and sparkling waterways and ponds. Within local business districts, the landscape makes a transition from natural beauty to modern efficiency, showcasing high-rise buildings, concrete fixtures, busy city streets and crowded walkways.

There may be no better city in the state to work in than Charlotte. The “Queen City” prides itself on its supportive business attitude and the vitality and prosperity of its many growing firms. The businesses and services that support the city’s strong, dynamic economy are bolstered by a diverse, high quality, constantly expanding workforce. The city is home to hundreds of industrial companies as well as service-oriented industries, many of which are listed on the Fortune 500. In 1999 alone, more than 800 firms entered the Charlotte business scene, employing more than 9,000 people. The city’s economy remains strong and continues to improve despite national and international uncertainties.

The finance industry has a significant presence in Charlotte. The city is home to the headquarters of two of the largest banks in the nation, the Bank of America Corporation and Wachovia. Charlotte is second only to New York City in terms of financial holdings. The uptown skyline has been greatly enhanced by the city’s many large banks, resulting in a breathtaking contrast of natural environment and modern construction.

Charlotte boasts an exceptional transportation network that not only provides residents access to the several downtown districts, but has also helped the city to become the nation’s fifth largest market in terms of trade and distribution. Charlotte/Douglas International Airport averages nearly 500 flights daily and moves more than 209,000 tons of cargo each year. With its easy access to air, railway and highway travel, the city’s convenient location has attracted nearly 400 foreign-owned companies to the area.

When not working and commuting, southeast Charlotte residents are busy playing. The area boasts a wide array of recreational activities to choose from, including kayaking down flowing rivers, playing soccer or football in open fields, hiking along nature trails, and window shopping in the area’s many quaint retail districts. The city of Charlotte is also home to a plethora of performing arts centers, museums, concert halls and restaurant villages.

When in search of the perfect golfing destination, the Carolina's largest city offers some of the best facilities in the world. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, Charlotte has your match in golf with a number of new, high quality courses spread about. In just the past ten years a ton of courses have been added to the area making Charlotte a golf vacation spot. Some of the most well known spots include Ballantyne Resort Golf Club, Birkdale, Stonebridge, The Charlotte Golf Links, and Verdict Ridge to name just a few.

The sports enthusiast has a world of options to choose from in Charlotte. The WNBA arrived on the scene in 1997 with the introduction of the Charlotte Sting, while the Carolina Panthers NFL expansion team plays in recently constructed Ericsson Stadium. The stadium is also the home of two minor league baseball teams and it hosts a Senior PGA Champions Tour tournament. The granddaddy of all sporting events for most southern locals, NASCAR remains the region’s oldest and most popular professional sport. More NASCAR race teams are based in the Charlotte area than in any other national city. Lowe’s Motor Speedway, the largest sporting venue in the entire Southeast, hosts three major races each year.

Residents of southeastern Charlotte have a lot to be proud of and this pride is evident in everyday life. Clean, safe residential neighborhoods provide an ideal location for families of all shapes and sizes, while the hustle and bustle of the downtown business district is only a short drive away. A beautiful natural setting and big city amenities make Charlotte the perfect place to call home.