Charlotte, NC · Mecklenburg County County
East Forest
A quiet residential pocket of classic brick ranches in southeast Charlotte
East Forest is a residential neighborhood characterized by its collection of brick and ranch-style homes. Located in southeast Charlotte, the neighborhood allows direct access to Independence Boulevard (US-74) for commuting. It maintains a quieter, suburban atmosphere compared to more central Charlotte areas. Residents are near shopping and dining along Independence Boulevard and close to areas like Cotswold and the Idlewild Road corridor.
Approx 14.9 km² · neighborhood
East Forest by the numbers
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Zoned schools
Public schools serving the East Forest attendance area.
- A+
Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy
Elementary · via Niche
- A
Charlotte Engineering Early College
High · via Niche
- A
High · via Niche
- A
Unity Classical Charter School
Elementary · via Niche
- B-
Greenway Park Elementary School
Elementary · via Niche
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Cotswold
Generous lots and family-centric living define this southeast Charlotte area
Idlewild South
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Oakhurst
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Sardis Woods
Spacious homes and quiet streets characterize this residential Charlotte community
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