Charlotte metro, NC relocation guide
Moving to Waxhaw, NC
$749,000Median listing price
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About Waxhaw
Waxhaw (roughly 20,000+ residents and growing fast) is a southern Union County town about 20 miles south of Uptown Charlotte. Antique shops and a walkable historic downtown give it charm; explosive subdivision growth has made it one of the metro's hottest family markets. The town sits in the historic Waxhaws region.
Home prices in Waxhaw
The median listing price in Waxhaw is $749,000.
Top places in Waxhaw
- Historic downtown Waxhaw
- Waxhaw's skate park and town parks
- Twelve Mile Creek greenway
Commuting from Waxhaw
- About 20 miles south of Uptown via NC-16/Providence Road or NC-75 to I-485. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes off-peak; 45–70 minutes at peak. Limited CATS service; mostly car-dependent.
Waxhaw FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Waxhaw, NC?
The median listing price in Waxhaw is $749,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Waxhaw, NC?
About 20 miles south of Uptown via NC-16/Providence Road or NC-75 to I-485. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes off-peak; 45–70 minutes at peak. Limited CATS service; mostly car-dependent.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.