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Belmont is a picturesque community just ten minutes from Charlotte in historic Gaston County, North Carolina. A mild year-round climate, gorgeous landscape, and a flourishing economy are just a few of the many reasons why the approximately 9,200 residents enjoy living in Belmont. Real estate options in Belmont consist of single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses, as well as historic properties.
Belmont’s ideal blend of small-town atmosphere and convenient access to urban amenities appeals to single professionals, young families and older residents. Belmont Abbey College, one of America’s leading private liberal arts colleges, also draws students from all over the country to study on its beautiful 650-acre campus.
Residents enjoy community events and traditions such as the town’s annual Christmas Parade, Concert in the Park series, Movies in the Park, Friday Night Live concert series, museums, seasonal fairs, and festivals. A historic shopping district features antiques, restaurants and convenient local businesses. Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens has renowned gardens and seasonal educational programs. The Gardens offer gorgeous scenery and picnic facilities making it a popular spot for family outings. The community even hosts a Saturday night movie in an open pavilion on warm summer nights. Patrons bring blankets and snacks and recline on the hill to watch the weekly feature. Vacation destinations such as the Smoky Mountains are a scenic two-hour drive away and Myrtle Beach is just four hours. For longer treks, the Charlotte Douglas International Airport is just 10 minutes away. |
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| Real Estate Data |
Belmont |
North Carolina |
| Total house units |
3,348 |
3,132,013 |
| Homes owner-occupied |
67.9% |
69.4% |
| Homes renter-occupied |
32.1% |
30.6% |
| Housing units per square mile |
439.6 |
72.3 |
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| Population Statistics |
Belmont |
North Carolina |
| Population |
8,705 |
8,049,313 |
| Average age |
34.9 |
35.3 |
| 65 years and over |
13.4% |
12.0% |
| Average household size |
2.4 |
2.5 |
| Homes with children under 18 |
30.8% |
31.8% |
| Married-couple family |
48.6% |
52.5% |
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| School/Education Levels |
Belmont |
North Carolina |
| Less than 9th grade education |
8.6% |
7.8% |
| High school graduate or higher |
76.4% |
78.1% |
| Bachelors degree or higher |
22.0% |
22.5% |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau |
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