Charlotte, NC · Mecklenburg County County

Marlwood

Quiet residential streets near University City amenities and major interstates

residentialfamily-friendlycommuter-friendly
Map outline of Marlwood in Charlotte, NC

Marlwood is a residential area found just off University City Boulevard. Housing here mainly consists of single-family homes, typically brick ranches and two-story houses built from the 1970s through the 1990s. Residents have direct access to I-85 and I-485, connecting them to Charlotte’s employment hubs and downtown. Reedy Creek Park, with its extensive trails and nature center, is a short drive away, providing outdoor recreation options. The neighborhood provides a practical location for those working at UNC Charlotte or within the University Research Park.

Approx 3.2 km² · neighborhood

Marlwood by the numbers

Cited stats from public real-estate and demographic sources. Verify before relying on a single figure — sources publish on different schedules.

Median home price

$317K

via Zillow · Mar 2026

Population

7,014

via Niche

Median household income

$55K

via Niche

Zoned schools

Public schools serving the Marlwood attendance area.

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