EXPERIENCE CHARLOTTE LIKE NEVER BEFORE
When you live at Empire Kennington, you get to experience what makes Charlotte so unique because you’re in the heart of it all. With parks and trails, restaurants, recreation centers, and attractions just a stone’s throw away, fun of every kind is always within reach.
NEIGHBORHOOD HOTSPOTS
Empire Kennington’s residents have access to top-tier local amenities thanks to its prime location off The Plaza Ext. Embrace the outdoors at Reedy Creek Park or drive to the heart of NoDa, Plaza Midwood, or Uptown Charlotte to discover the city’s best breweries, restaurants, and entertainment. Plus, with I-485, University City area and the Belgate Shopping Center nearby, you’ll feel confident planting roots at Kennington for years to come.
NEIGHBORHOOD HOTSPOTS
Empire Kennington’s residents have access to top-tier local amenities thanks to its prime location off The Plaza Ext. Embrace the outdoors at Reedy Creek Park or drive to the heart of NoDa, Plaza Midwood, or Uptown Charlotte to discover the city’s best breweries, restaurants, and entertainment. Plus, with I-485, University City area and the Belgate Shopping Center nearby, you’ll feel confident planting roots at Kennington for years to come.
Reedy Creek Nature Reserve
Bank of America Stadium
PNC Music Pavilion
Jake’s Good Eats
Armored Cow Brewing Co.
Shoppes at University Place
PROPERTY TAXES & UTILITIES
The county tax rate for properties at Kennington is $.7335 per $100 (Buyer to confirm tax rate). Utility providers are as follows:
Trash and Recycling: City of Charlotte
Internet, Telephone & Cable: Spectrum & AT&T
Electric: Duke Energy
Water & Sewer: City of Charlotte
Gas: Piedmont Natural Gas
HOA
HOA is managed by Williams Douglas Management. Dues are $600 annually, with $600 one-time capital contribution fee due at time of closing
SCHOOLS
Kennington students are zoned to:
Reedy Creek Elementary School
Northridge Middle School
Rocky River High School
(Buyer to confirm school assignments)
ON THE BLOG
7 Reasons You’ll Love Living in Charlotte, North Carolina
Named in honor of King George III’s wife, Charlotte, the affectionately-nicknamed Queen City is rich in its charms, with lush parks, a thriving social scene, ample arts and sport entertainment venues, employment opportunities and more. With so much in its favor, it isn’t hard to see why Charlotte stands as the third-fastest growing city in the United States. Read on to discover seven reasons why so many are moving to Charlotte, and why you’ll love living here.
What It’s Like Moving to Charlotte From Another State
If you’re wondering what it’s like to move to Charlotte from another state, just ask Eric Hooper. Born and raised in Cincinnati, Eric made the move to Charlotte in June 2021 and hasn’t looked back since. In his thoughtful article — one of the published pieces on his personal blog “The Mindful Zoomer”
Why Buy a New Home in the Carolinas with Empire
If you’ve stumbled upon this article and are new to Empire Communities, welcome! In all likelihood, you are considering purchasing a new home in the Carolinas and want to know more about us as a homebuilder. To help you on your buying journey, we’re sharing what you can expect from the Empire experience when you put your trust in us to build your home.
Eat Like a Local in the Charlotte Area
Charlotte is home to some of the most chef-driven restaurants, and deciding which place to visit can be quite challenging. To help make the process easier, we’ve rounded up a list of local favorites throughout our communities you’ll want to put on your radar.
Your Guide to Charlotte’s Sports Scene
If you’re a serious sports fan who loves to cheer on your local team, then you’ll want to keep reading. We’ve compiled Charlotte’s top sports teams and some fun facts you can share at your next trivia night.
9 Weekend Road Trip Destinations Near Charlotte
Hop in your car, hit the open road and set out on a weekend adventure. There are plenty of things to keep you entertained in Charlotte like enjoying the city’s hotspots or exploring different neighborhoods around town, but one of the best things about living here is the city’s proximity to so many great road trip getaways.
EXPLORE AREA
EXPLORE AREA
Parks and Trails
Recreation
Restaurants and Cafes
Health Care
Shopping
Reedy Creek Nature Reserve
Reedy Creek Park Dog Park
Top Golf
Monster Mini Golf
Reedy Creek Park Disc Golf Course
AMF University Lanes Bowling
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
PNC Music Pavilion
Olde Sycamore Golf Plantation
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Spectrum Arena
Bank of America Stadium
Stooges Pub & Grub
Jake’s Good Eats
China Garden
Ty’s Wings & Tings Restaurant
Capriccio Pizza and Italian Restaurant
The Doghouse Bar & Grill
Don Pedro Mexican Restaurant
Armored Cow Brewing Co.
Free Range Brewing
Haberdish
East Coast Wings + Grill
Urgent Care
Atrium Health Hospital University
Novant Health Lakeside Primary Care
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center
Harris Teeter
Food Lion
Walmart
IKEA
Shoppes at University Place
Concord Mills
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7930 Rolling Wheels Rd
Charlotte, NC 28215
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