Charlotte, NC · ZIPs 28207 & 28209
Myers ParkCharlotte, NC
Charlotte's garden district, developed in 1911 on a master plan by John Nolen. Tree-canopied boulevards, estate lots, Queens Road West, and the most prestigious residential address in North Carolina.
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Source: Canopy MLS. Reflects Myers Park sales activity, last 12 months, data as of Q3 2026. Properties may be listed or sold by various participants of the MLS.
A 1911 master plan that still defines the city
Myers Park was developed starting in 1911 on 1,200 acres of cotton farmland owned by John Springs Myers. The neighborhood was developed by George Stephens and the Stephens Company, with the master plan designed by John Nolen, a nationally significant landscape architect of the City Beautiful movement. The streets were laid out to follow the natural contours of the land, creating the curving boulevards and park-like atmosphere that still define the neighborhood.
Myers Park is bounded by Elizabeth and Dilworth to the north, the SouthPark area to the south, Randolph Road and Eastover to the east, and the Little Sugar Creek Greenway and Freedom Park to the west. ZIP 28207 covers the core (including Queens Road West) and is consistently ranked the wealthiest ZIP in North Carolina. ZIP 28209 covers the southern portion, and parts of the neighborhood spill into 28204 and 28211.
Myers Park has multiple sub-sections inside Local Historic District boundaries, and the broader Myers Park Historic District was listed on the National Register in 1987. Different blocks have different overlays, and the protection level varies meaningfully street by street.
Living here, and what daily life looks like
Myers Park draws multi-generational owners, executive transplants, and a steady inflow of buyers from Dilworth and Eastover trading up. The neighborhood has the longest tenure of any in this guide. Generational ownership is common. Turnover is low, and homes often sell off-market before they list.
Weekday mornings: Selwyn Avenue and Providence Road carry steady commuter traffic, runners on the Booty Loop, steady traffic on Selwyn. Weeknight evenings: dinner at Stagioni, Napa on Providence, Fenwick's, or the Selwyn Avenue Pub. Weekends: brunch at Little Spoon, the Wing Haven for a quiet afternoon, the Charlotte Country Club for members.
The neighborhood organizes around several retail villages rather than a single commercial strip. The Selwyn Avenue corridor near Providence Road, the Cotswold-adjacent stretch of Providence, and the small node at Wing Haven all function as walkable destinations from nearby blocks, but the neighborhood as a whole is car-oriented because of its size and the generous lot setbacks.
What You'll Find
Myers Park was laid out in 1911 by landscape architect John Nolen for developer George Stephens, and the curving, tree canopied streets he designed became the template every other Charlotte streetcar suburb tried to copy. Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival homes dominate the historic district, most built between 1911 and 1943 on generous lots along boulevards like Queens Road. Later construction has mostly been multi-family, but the original Nolen and Draper era houses still set the tone for the whole neighborhood.
Current market conditionsSelwyn, Providence, and Wing Haven
Verified businesses on the Selwyn Avenue and Providence Road retail nodes that anchor walkable daily life in Myers Park.
Businesses listed are independent local operators. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not imply any business relationship. Hours and operations may change.
Which part of Myers Park fits you?
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The Myers Park details that move money
Five things about Myers Park that meaningfully shape what you pay and what your home will be worth.
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01The Queens Road West Tier
Queens Road West is documented as the most prestigious residential tier in North Carolina. Its prestige derives from its 100-foot-wide setbacks, the iconic canopy of willow oaks planted during the 1911 development, and the concentration of generational ownership on the street. The streets immediately adjacent (Hopedale Avenue, parts of Roswell Avenue, and the blocks around the Charlotte Country Club) carry tier-adjacent pricing. Queens Road West homes regularly trade between $4M and $8M and above. Comp analysis on Queens Road West is its own discipline. Standard Myers Park comps do not apply.
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02Eastover vs. Myers Park Confusion
Eastover is technically a separate neighborhood with its own boundaries and identity, though it is often marketed as Myers Park because of similar luxury tier pricing and shared ZIP (28207). Buyers should know which neighborhood they are actually buying into because the school zoning, HOA dynamics, and street character can differ. When a listing says 'Myers Park / Eastover,' ask the listing agent which one it actually is, and verify on the city map.
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03The Lot Size Math
Myers Park lots average between 0.5 and 1.5 acres, which is roughly double the typical lot size in Dilworth or NoDa. That drives a per-square-foot math that does not work in other Charlotte neighborhoods. A $1.5M Myers Park home and a $1.5M Dilworth home are very different products: more lot in Myers Park, more historic charm in Dilworth. Buyers comparing $/sqft across Charlotte often misread Myers Park values because they are not accounting for the lot premium.
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04Schools, Factual Zoning
Myers Park is zoned for Selwyn Elementary, Alexander Graham Middle School, and Myers Park High School per Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. School zoning is a primary driver of buyer demand in this neighborhood. School assignments and program offerings change, so verify current zoning with CMS at the CMS Student Boundary Maps before making any home decision based on schools. Real estate professionals are prohibited under the Fair Housing Act from making qualitative claims about schools, so this guide reports zoning only.
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05The Mature Tree Canopy and Insurance Reality
Myers Park has Charlotte's most established tree canopy, with willow oaks planted during the original 1911 development now reaching their 100-year maturity limit. The canopy is the neighborhood's signature aesthetic and a major source of long-term value. It is also an insurance and maintenance liability. Tree work, roof damage claims, and gutter maintenance run higher than other Charlotte neighborhoods. Arborist inspections and canopy-related insurance considerations are standard for Myers Park owners. A higher percentage of homes here also have pools than in other Charlotte neighborhoods, which adds another insurance and maintenance line item to the cost-of-ownership math.
Myers Park FAQ
Where are the boundaries of Myers Park?
Myers Park is bounded by Elizabeth and Dilworth to the north, the SouthPark area to the south, Randolph Road and Eastover to the east, and the Little Sugar Creek Greenway and Freedom Park to the west. ZIP 28207 covers the core including Queens Road West and is consistently ranked the wealthiest ZIP in North Carolina. ZIP 28209 covers the southern portion, with parts spilling into 28204 and 28211.
What is the average home price in Myers Park?
The median sale price in Myers Park over the last 12 months is approximately $1,487,000 per Canopy MLS data. Standard Myers Park ranges from $1.3M to $1.9M, Country Club adjacent from $2.5M to $4.5M, the Queens Road West tier from $4M to $8M and up, and luxury condos from $600K to $1.5M. See the full breakdown above.
What makes Queens Road West different?
Queens Road West is documented as the most prestigious residential tier in North Carolina. The street features 100-foot-wide setbacks, an iconic canopy of willow oaks planted during the original 1911 development, and a concentration of generational ownership. Homes regularly trade between $4M and $8M and above. Comp analysis on Queens Road West is its own discipline, and standard Myers Park comps do not apply.
Is Eastover the same as Myers Park?
No. Eastover is technically a separate neighborhood with its own boundaries and history. It is frequently marketed as Myers Park because of similar luxury tier pricing and the shared 28207 ZIP code. The school zoning, HOA dynamics, and street character can differ. When a listing says 'Myers Park / Eastover,' ask the listing agent which neighborhood the property is actually in, and verify on the city map.
What schools serve Myers Park?
Myers Park is zoned for Selwyn Elementary, Alexander Graham Middle School, and Myers Park High School, per Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. School assignments change. Verify current zoning directly with CMS at the CMS Student Boundary Maps before making any home decision based on schools.
Are Myers Park lot sizes really larger than other Charlotte neighborhoods?
Yes. Myers Park lots average between 0.5 and 1.5 acres, roughly double the typical lot size in Dilworth or NoDa. That drives per-square-foot pricing math that does not transfer to other Charlotte neighborhoods. A $1.5M Myers Park home and a $1.5M Dilworth home are very different products. Account for the lot premium when comparing neighborhoods.
How walkable is Myers Park?
Walk Score is approximately 65 overall and 85 near the Selwyn and Providence retail nodes. Myers Park is primarily car-oriented because of its scale and the generous lot setbacks designed into John Nolen's 1911 master plan. Specific retail villages on Selwyn Avenue near Providence Road, the Cotswold-adjacent stretch of Providence, and the small node near Wing Haven are walkable from nearby blocks.
How does the tree canopy affect insurance and maintenance?
Myers Park has Charlotte's most established tree canopy. The willow oaks planted during the original 1911 development are reaching their 100-year maturity limit. Tree work, roof damage claims, and gutter maintenance run higher than in other Charlotte neighborhoods. Arborist inspections and canopy-related insurance considerations are standard for Myers Park owners. A higher percentage of homes also have pools than other Charlotte neighborhoods, which adds another insurance and maintenance line item.
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