Updated June 9, 2014 8:03 PM PT

Mooresville, NC Real Estate – Best Cities to Live in North Carolina

By Rebecca L
Story Found in: CreditDonkey.com
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#1. Mooresville

Mooresville, NC Real Estate for Sale – situated in western North Carolina,  is less than an hour’s drive from both Charlotte and Hickory. Incomes in the area are over the $50,000 mark, and major employers include the NASCAR Technical Institute and Lowe’s Home Improvement, whose corporate headquarters are located in Mooresville. The low crime rate combined with the moderate commute time puts Mooresville Homes at the top of our list.

• Odds of Being a Victim of a Violent Crime: 1 in 344
• Commute Time: 22.6 minutes
• Income: $53,066
• Residents Who Attended Some College, No Degree: 27%
• Restaurants: 1 per 242 inhabitants

Did You Know: Nicknamed “Race City USA,” Mooresville is home to several racing-themed attractions, including Dale Earnhardt Inc., Kyle Busch Motorsports, and the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame.  Including: Lake Norman Real Estate for Sale which offers Waterfront Homes for Sale.

Choosing a new place to live can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with the area. Our rankings are meant to show you how some of North Carolina’s top spots compare to each other. The cities on our list all have something unique to offer, and by highlighting the best features, we hope to make your final choice that much easier.

Data Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates
• FBI, Uniform Crime Reports
• U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
• U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census

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Whether you prefer the sandy beaches on the East Coast, the blue-green mountains of the Piedmont region or the big city flavor of Charlotte, North Carolina offers something for everyone. And newcomers have realized this: the state population grew almost 100,000 in 2013 alone. A relatively low cost of living combined with a moderate climate and a booming job market make the Tarheel State an ideal choice for professionals, families, and retirees alike.

Picking the right spot to settle down is no easy decision. Living near a major metropolitan area such as Raleigh-Durham offers a broader range of options when it comes to jobs, schools and homes but it also means a higher cost of living. Smaller towns, on the other hand, offer the southern hospitality you’re looking for at an affordable price. We’ve put together a list of cities that offer the best of both worlds when it comes to work and play. If a move to North Carolina is in your future but you’re not sure exactly where you want to put down roots, let the CreditDonkey team’s rankings be your guide.

Study Methodology

In compiling our rankings, we zeroed in on five key factors:

1. Odds of Being a Victim of a Violent Crime
2. Commute Time
3. Income
4. Residents Who Attended Some College
5. Restaurants Per Capita

Knowing that you’ll be safe wherever you decide to call home is a top priority, so we paid close attention to crime rates when compiling our rankings. For each city on our list, we broke down the odds of becoming the victim of a violent crime.

No one likes being stuck in traffic; before you plan a move, it’s helpful to know what kind of commute you’re likely to have. All of the cities included in our study have an average commute time of less than 25 minutes.

And if you’re on the hunt for a new job in a new place, it helps to know where to find the best-paying positions. When deciding which cities to include in our study, we considered how each one stacks up in terms of average income. We also took into account what percentage of residents attended some college, since this can directly impact wages.

Finally, we factored in the number of restaurants and bars in each location. From good old-fashioned southern cooking to high-end cuisine, the cities on our list appeal to every taste.

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Mooresville homes

117 Summersong Lane -- 3 BR, 3 BA
Price: $1,549,999 (3659 sqft)
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Beth Graichen | MLS # 4383546 | Contract

150 Chandeleur Drive -- 4 BR, 2.1 BA
Price: $1,325,000 (2256 sqft)
Subdivision: Harbor Cove
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Meredyth Holdenrid | MLS # 4423279 | Active

142 Regency Road -- 4 BR, 3.1 BA
Price: $635,000 (3723 sqft)
Subdivision: Regency Lake Village
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Jolene Handysides | MLS # 4007878 | Contract

139 Hollen Lane -- 10 BR, 10.7 BA
Price: $17,900,000 (9265 sqft)
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Ivester Jackson | MLS # 4406781 | Active

112 Birdsong Lane -- 4 BR, 7.1 BA
Price: $11,500,000 (9567 sqft)
Subdivision: Crescent Land & Timber
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Corcoran HM Properties | MLS # 4430430 | Active

125 Quiet Waters Drive -- 8 BR, 7.2 BA
Price: $10,995,000 (9857 sqft)
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Yates Realty Inc | MLS # 4411417 | Active

173 Rehoboth Lane -- 5 BR, 5.3 BA
Price: $9,200,000 (8784 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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Ivester Jackson | MLS # 4364494 | Active

109 Conway Court -- 5 BR, 6.2 BA
Price: $8,700,000 (8405 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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Ivester Jackson | MLS # 4368981 | Active

112 Birdsong Lane -- 4 BR, 7.1 BA
Price: $7,995,000 (9567 sqft)
Subdivision: Crescent Land & Timber
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Corcoran HM Properties | MLS # 4430377 | Active

119 S Longfellow Lane -- 4 BR, 5.2 BA
Price: $7,500,000 (9173 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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Ivester Jackson | MLS # 4366723 | Active

136 Potomac Lane -- 5 BR, 6.1 BA
Price: $7,295,000 (5333 sqft)
Subdivision: Windsor Pointe
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Corcoran HM Properties | MLS # 4426026 | Active

448 Stonemarker Road -- 4 BR, 5.1 BA
Price: $6,995,000 (7655 sqft)
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Ivester Jackson | MLS # 4360762 | Active

135 Potomac Lane -- 5 BR, 6.2 BA
Price: $6,950,000 (6190 sqft)
Subdivision: Windsor Pointe
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Corcoran HM Properties | MLS # 4396656 | Contract

178 Mariner Pointe Lane -- 6 BR, 7.4 BA
Price: $6,950,000 (8085 sqft)
Subdivision: Pinnacle Shores
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Corcoran HM Properties | MLS # 4414356 | Active

171 White Horse Drive -- 6 BR, 6.4 BA
Price: $6,850,000 (7709 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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RE/MAX Executive | MLS # 4367766 | Active

177 Old Post Road -- 5 BR, 6 BA
Price: $6,750,000 (7542 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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COMPASS | MLS # 4405879 | Active

298 Marietta Road -- 4 BR, 4.3 BA
Price: $6,600,000 (6975 sqft)
Subdivision: Crescent Land & Timber
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ERA Live Moore | MLS # 4432795 | Active

155 Union Chapel Drive -- 4 BR, 5.2 BA
Price: $6,590,000 (10121 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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Trump International | MLS # 4375009 | Active

124 Lightship Drive -- 5 BR, 5.3 BA
Price: $6,395,000 (8719 sqft)
Subdivision: The Point
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Premier Sotheby's | MLS # 4343691 | Active

1168 Fern Hill Road -- 4 BR, 5.1 BA
Price: $6,368,780 (4640 sqft)
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Premier Sotheby's | MLS # 4351598 | Active