Union County
Charlotte's southeast, anchored by some of the best public schools in North Carolina.
Union County sits 20 to 35 minutes southeast of Uptown along I-485 and US-74. It stretches from the upscale suburbs of Waxhaw, Weddington, and Marvin through the fast-growing, family-friendly corridors of Indian Trail, Stallings, and Matthews, out to rural towns like Wingate and Marshville. The biggest draw is Union County Public Schools, paired with 25–40% more home for the money than comparable south Charlotte suburbs.
Union County
At A Glance
Population
260,000+, one of NC's fastest-growing counties
House Prices
Indian Trail $375K–$525K · Waxhaw $450K–$700K · Weddington/Marvin $600K–$1.2M+ · Monroe $250K–$400K
Commute
20–35 min to Uptown (35–50 at rush hour) and 35–45 min to CLT Airport
Top Schools
Weddington High, Cuthbertson High, and Union Academy charter
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Union County
Top Highlights
Indian Trail
The county's most popular entry point, with master-planned communities like Bonterra
Waxhaw
The county's most distinctive historic downtown, plus Millbridge and Cureton
Weddington & Marvin
Estate lots, horse properties, and top-ranked schools
Matthews & Stallings
Walkable downtown Matthews and the easiest I-485 access to Charlotte
Outdoors
Cane Creek Park for lake swimming, kayaking, mountain biking, and trails
The Honest Take
US-74 traffic is real, most errands require driving, and nightlife is thinner than Charlotte's core. Some areas have outgrown their infrastructure, and HOAs are strong, so know the rules and fees before you buy.
Best For
Relocating families, south Charlotte move-up buyers, healthcare and finance professionals, and remote workers trading commute time for space and land.
