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Charlotte’s epicenter for education, innovation and growth.

University City offers homes you will love near the things you like to do. Housing choices range from apartments and condos near the LYNX light rail to custom homes overlooking forested greenway trails.

About University City

University City is known by residents, business owners and employees as a great place to be and grow. This area is now the second largest business center in Charlotte with a vibrant metropolitan and multicultural community.

The signature boardwalk and lake at Shoppes at University Place, miles of protected and connected greenways, quaint family-owned and operated restaurants, growing entertainment choices, diverse housing options, and innovative business and research companies are part of the fabric of this energetic community.

University City Living

Our many neighborhoods offer a variety of home choices to match your lifestyle and your budget, plus comfortable commutes to wherever you are headed in the Charlotte region. With generous tree canopy, greenways, shopping and entertainment choices, residents enjoy their ability to connect or disconnect.

Things to do

Some of Charlotte’s hottest cultural and community events and activities take place in University City. Home to the annual University City Wine Fest and Charlotte Kids Fest, concerts at PNC Pavilion, NASCAR races at Charlotte Motor Speedway, the International Festival at UNC Charlotte, University City Farmers Market and the Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K are just the start.

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Educational opportunities abound for all ages here, where innovation and creativity meet academia. University City has a breath of school choices including traditional, charter and magnet public schools, including the only STEM school in the region on a university campus. Our research university, UNC Charlotte, offers exceptional programs that are shaping the future of Charlotte and beyond.

News

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...

Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K 2025

Ring in the New Year with a Focus on Health! Kick off 2025 on the right foot—literally! Join us for the Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K, an exciting annual event that blends fitness, community spirit, and a commitment to supporting local food pantries. Whether you’re a...

UCity Public Safety Collaborative Forum

Working Together for a Safer, Cleaner Community By Janelle Goodrich On November 7th, University City Partners will host the UCity Public Safety Collaborative Forum at the Hilton University City, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders dedicated to making our...

Kick Off the Holidays at UCity Lights Winter Celebration!

By Janelle Goodrich and Janet Godfrey The holidays are just around the corner, and University City is ready to kick off the season in style! Join us for the annual UCity Lights Winter Celebration—a magical evening filled with sparkling lights, joyful entertainment,...

Sneak Peek: University City Regional Library

Earlier this month, University City Partners' President and CEO Keith Stanley and Senior Manager of Economic & Land Development Drew Gaertner joined the Gensler design team and JE Dunn Construction to walk through the University City Regional Library, currently...

Enjoy Fall Colors along the Greenways

When September arrives, fall color enthusiasts start to make travel plans to see this natural phenomenon in the mountains—but good news! Residents of Mecklenburg County can enjoy the striking tree display and stay close to home with a visit to a nearby greenway. A...

Support the Jamil Niner Student Pantry

The Jamil Niner Student Pantry at UNC Charlotte provides students with regular access to food and household items and serves up to 350 shoppers a week. Most common needs, supported through partnerships like the Scouting Food Drive, which takes place on September 21...

Book Recommendations from the University City Regional Library

We tapped our local library for some recommendations for National Book Lovers Day. From children's and young adult stories to books adults will love, here's what they're reading. "Lake of Souls: The Collected Short Fiction" by Ann Leckie, recommended by John Peitzman,...

University City Events: August 2024

Upcoming Events Aug. 8: Trivia at Armored Cow Brewing Co. (weekly) Aug. 8: Genealogy 1-on-1 at University City Regional Library (weekly) Aug. 9: UCity Food Truck Friday at Armored Cow Brewing Co. (weekly) Aug. 9: Hank Williams Jr. & Old Crow Medicine Show at PNC...
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A Day Out With Mom in University City

From spa treatments and new ’dos to great food and drinks, treat Mom to a full day of pampering and relaxation this Mother’s Day in University City. 🧖Hit the Spa Treat Mom to a massage, facial or other spa treatment at one of these University City spots: Nuimage Skin...