We can’t believe you’re selling your Charlotte property? from Montibello?

July 5th, 2010 categories: Great Neighborhoods, Selling your home

What homeowner hasn’t thought that or said it to the neighbors when they announce a move! We can’t believe you’re moving! Especially when the home is perfect! It can be a challenge to find a house that truly becomes “our home”. As a fellow Montibello neighbor I’d have to say this about Bob and Myra Carter’s home on  5007 Montibell0 Drive ($519,000) Charlotte MLS 949740…I can’t believe your moving!

Rhonda and I also live in Montibello (seven years) – it’s the perfect Charlotte location – close to Uptown, Southpark and just far enough away from the box stores on 51, the hustle of Ballantyne and the Aboretum and I485. Carmel Country Club provides a natural (nice bass caught in golf course pond by our son Ryan) and beautiful border to one side of the Charlotte neighborhood. You’d never know over 500 homes are nestled quietly this close to Carmel Road and Providence Roads – all the best of Charlotte is literally minutes away. Walk to Harris Teeter and Starbucks if you like.

So back to the Carters…why are they selling their Charlotte property?? Well first off they’re not moving too far they know and love this part of Charlotte. No doubt they’ll miss their beautiful home and impeccable yard/garden BUT life changes and like so many of us the Carters are looking to right-size. It’s a great opportunity for them and an even greater opportunity for somebody new to enjoy the beauty,  great Charlotte community and convenience of one of Charlotte’s most beloved and yet unpretentious neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll check out the Carter’s house – updated, manicured it’s a dream and one of Montibello’s finest! It will be easy for someone to make their house – your Charlotte home! For info or a showing please drop a GREAT Charlotte Realtor,  Rhonda Gibbons an email click here

Hand laid flagstone walkway welcomes you to this gorgeous updated ranch! New kitchen w/tile, granite, stainless steel appliances & updated baths. Gleaming hardwoods thorough out! Elegant formals, great room w/fireplace & built-ins w/ granite tile. Huge sunroom overlooks gardener’s paradise. Fenced yard, two-tier patio, full irrigation & drip system. Large bedrooms & great storage. Spacious Master and new bath!! 2.5 garage w/half bath & storage.

Myra’s HomeStory…

Oh yes the Carmel Country Club bass picture as promised…(he’s still there to be caught again)

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Montibello, Best Neighborhood in South Charlotte?

April 30th, 2010 categories: Great Neighborhoods

Is Montibello the “best” neighborhood, “best” location in Charlotte?

OK full disclosure Rhonda and I have lived in Montibello for five years and it’s been a favorite of mine since moving here in 1992!

Sure there are plenty of new developments with brand new Charlotte homes (very nice)  with soaring ceilings, walk-in closets as big as my college dorm room, kitchen that look like a Food Network set and of course master suites and baths that border on royalty. Hmmm….maybe Montibello is not the best after all?

Truth? There really is no “best”neighborhood in Charlotte

…one person might love the newer construction while another (like me) likes the traditional home – a Charlotte home with charm, heirloom trees, large lots and location, location, location. Montibello is like that nestled right between the panache of Southpark and the buzz of Ballantyne, close enough to box stores, Lowes, Staples, Walmart but out of sight until you need them.

So now what? What’s a newcomer to Charlotte to do? My advice is always is to…explore. Find a Charlotte Realtor who really knows the Charlotte area preferably someone who’s lived here a awhile and then pick their brain. You’ll find the perfect home whether its a spanking new home in Quellin or a traditional Charlotte charmer in Montibello. See what I mean about Montibello in this group of homes for sale in Montibello right now – average price $5513,576. After you check out the Montibello homes you can set up your own search and of course shoot me and email @Rhonda Gibbons if you have any questions.

Authored by Mike Gibbons | Discussion: 3 Comments »

Best ‘hood in Charlotte! Montibello homes for sale

March 18th, 2009 categories: Great Neighborhoods

Looking for an established Charlotte neighborhood without your neighbor’s home on top of you?

Let’s talk about Montibello. Montibello is conveniently located near the corner of Carmel and Quail Hollow Rd. A few of the streets in Montibello line Carmel Country Club’s north course. You will immediately feel at home with the rolling, curvy, tree lines streets. All day long you see your neighbors walking their dogs or exercising on our safe streets. Montibello has community events about once a quarter. Although you don’t have to be a member of Carmel Country Club to live in this neighborhood, about 65% of the residence are.

The architecture ranges from 1968 to brand new homes..yes, homes are being torn down here too. Some of the older homes range from Colonial Style, French Provincial, and even Contemporary. None of the homes look the same.

Ten reasons why to live in Montibello:

·         Two of your finest Charlotte realtors live here Donna Johnston and Rhonda Gibbons

·         There is a very active neighborhood association that only costs you $75 per year.

·         Convenient location to the Harris YMCA and Carmel Country Club which is great for a pool.

·         Walking distance to Olde Town which features Starbucks, Harris Teeter, CVS, Alan Daniels Salon, Great Clips, Lotus II Chinese Cuisine (they deliver), McCalisters Deli, Elite Cleaners, Hawthornes Pizza, Surroundings Gift Shop, The UPS Store and The Frame Warehouse. Wow, I didn’t even know there were that many stores in that little shopping center.

·         Did I say there is a Starbucks in walking distance???

·         Families stay in Montibello and tend to move to different streets for more space. Family’s are actually from Charlotte.

·         Kid friendly loving neighborhoods. We all watch out for one another.

·         Well taken care of Charlotte homes with gorgeous landscaping.

·         Homes are moderately priced from $450-875,000.

·         This is a very stable neighborhood with less than 2% of the homes on the market at any given time.

Ok…..11 reasons… great kids in this neighborhood. My step son Nick and our dogs:)

So what are you waiting for? It is a great time to take a drive down our tree lined streets with the Bradford Pear and Cherry Trees blooming. It really is breathtaking. Know any other great Charlotte neighborhoods to feature? Just drop me a line and let me know.

Authored by Donna Johnston | Discussion: 2 Comments »