Development Opportunities

Fueled by innovation, this employment center has a daytime workforce of 80,000 with Major employers focusing on energy and finance to healthcare, technology, and back office.

If you are interested in a specific parcel or use, contact University City Partners. Detailed parcel information beyond what is provided on this website can also be found at Virtual Charlotte and POLARIS (Land Records Information System).

Commercial Real Estate

As companies look to diversify their office space, adding space outside of the city center or planning a relocation, places like University City rise to the top. Anchored by a major University and connected to the central business district by transit, the location and amenities in the University City sub-market are unparalleled. Interested in learning in-depth market knowledge as you consider your options?

Get in touch! We’re glad to show you everything University City has to offer to see if we’re the right fit for your team.

Office Space

With over 11 million square feet of office space, University City has developed business clusters in energy, finance, healthcare, insurance, and technology. We are home to several of the regionโ€™s largest employers including Allstate, AON Hewitt, Atrium Health University City, Centene, Duke Energy, Electrolux, Principal Financial, Rack Room Shoes, TIAA, UNC Charlotte and Wells Fargo.

Over 20 Fortune 500 companies have regional offices here. Business is booming in University City as industry stalwarts have remained and new companies arrive. View our Major Employers.

Retail Space

From international giants like IKEA to small owner-operated stores, University City is home to hundreds of retail stores that cater to residents, businesses, students and visitors. University Cityโ€™s daytime workforce and residential communities continue to grow around the light rail corridor and in response to Charlotteโ€™s population boom. Adding to the market size, UNC Charlotte has emerged as the second-largest institution in the UNC System with over 33,000 students, faculty and staff.

Medical Office Space

Highly graded Atrium Health University City hospital has anchored the healthcare market in University City for decades. Atrium recently added a Radiation Therapy Center ($10 million expansion) one of 13 in the region. Other leading medical providers like Novant Health and OrthoCarolina are growing in the area.

Most of the medical office space is within two miles of Atrium and includes medical office building, physician group practice clinics, rehabilitation facilities, therapy centers, laboratories, biotech research facilities, and urgent care centers.

University City is flourishing with billions in recent economic investment.

Fueled by innovation, this employment center has a daytime workforce of 80,000 in businesses that range from energy and finance to healthcare and technology.ย 

If you are interested in a specific parcel or use, contact University City Partners. Detailed parcel information beyond what is provided on this website can also be found at: Virtual Charlotte and POLARIS (Land Records Information System).

News

Honoring Shane Hockensmith and Giant University Bikes โ€“ A Legacy of Movement in University City

For over 27 years, Giant University City has been more than a neighborhood bike shopโ€”it has been a trusted resource and gathering place for University Cityโ€™s active and diverse community. At the heart of it all has been Shane Hockensmith, a dedicated small business...

Building a Business Ecosystem: How UCP is Fueling Small Business Growth in University City

University City Partners (@UnivCityCLT) is more than a supporter of small businessesโ€”itโ€™s a strategic builder of a connected, thriving local business ecosystem. Through intentional funding, partnerships, and visibility campaigns, UCP is elevating entrepreneurs,...

University City Farmers Market Kicks Off the 2025 Season!

University City Farmers Market returns for another exciting season โ€” bringing farm-fresh goods, artisan products, and vibrant community spirit to the heart of University City! Join us every Saturday from May through October, 10:00 AM โ€“ 2:00 PM, at NOVEL University...

Vanguard: Making a Difference

A new hub focused on financial empowerment has opened in Charlotte, offering residents in underserved communities, tools and support to help break the cycle of poverty. The Charlotte Area Fund in southeast Charlotte has been selected as the city's first site for a...

Balancing the Live, Work, Play Ratio: The Future of University City

University City is undergoing a transformative journey as it evolves into a dynamic live-work-play community. With its proximity to UNC Charlotte, a burgeoning light rail system, and a growing residential population, the area is well-positioned to become a model for...

Welcome to the Grand Opening of the University City Regional Library!

๐Ÿ“š Welcome to the Grand Opening of the University City Regional Library! ๐ŸŽ‰ University City Partners is thrilled to welcome Charlotte Mecklenburg Library to its newest home in the heart of University City Town Center! This milestone was made possible through a dynamic...

Empowering Local Businesses in University City: SBI Success Stories

University City Partners is proud to support and elevate local businesses through the impactful Small Business Initiative (SBI). Sponsored by the City of Charlotte, with additional contributions from the Truist Foundation and Pride PR, SBI provides small businesses...

Delays with JW Clay Boulevard Streetscape

The JW Clay Boulevard Streetscape project in University Place aims to improve connectivity and enhance the pedestrian experience along this critical corridor. As part of the Northeast Corridor Infrastructure (NECI) Program, the project focuses on building wider...

Revitalizing the Heart of University City: A Lakefront Transformation

The University City lake has undergone a stunning transformation, reaffirming its role as the vibrant center of the community. Over the past year, a series of strategic improvements has enhanced both the beauty and functionality of this cherished space. Key upgrades...

City of Charlotte Tree Care Grant Returns for 2025!

Empowering Communities to Protect and Enhance Our Urban Forest The City of Charlotte is thrilled to announce the return of the Tree Care Grant, a program designed to celebrate and sustain the rich biodiversity of our urban forests. By educating residents and...