Waxhaw, NC 245 Apartments for Rent

Waxhaw, NC: Birthplace of the seventh president of the United States, Andrew Jackson.

Although first settled in the mid 1700s, it was not until the arrival of the railroad in the late 19th Century that life in Waxhaw, North Carolina, really took off. During World War I and World War II, Waxhaw played an important role as a supply town that manufactured the textiles used to make soldiers' uniforms. Today, Waxhaw is home to about 10,000 residents and is quickly becoming a popular town, since it provides small-town charm and a short 15-minute commute to Charlotte.

Moving to Waxhaw

Moving anywhere can be stressful and complicated. However, the move to Waxhaw is easy, with a comprehensive residents' guide available through the city's website. This guide outlines helpful hints for moving to the area, like waiting until the cooler weather of the spring arrives and avoiding the heat of August.

Neighborhoods in Waxhaw

Waxhaw has a great mix of older homes and new construction. No matter the type of home you choose, neighborhoods in Waxhaw display Southern charm and hospitality in spades, especially to new residents. Check out these Waxhaw neighborhoods before deciding where to call home:

City Center: Right in the heart of Waxhaw, living in City Center affords you easy access to delicious food and late-night entertainment. Because it is a populous area, this neighborhood features many rental apartments and condo rentals in Waxhaw.

Route 16: The main strip of Waxhaw, Route 16 has many single-family homes on wooded lots. Homes in this area tend to be slightly older, with many built between 1940 and 1970.

Jaars: This neighborhood has many new housing developments that appeal to prospective residents of Waxhaw. Look in this area for rental houses or even townhouses for rent.

Living in Waxhaw

Waxhaw is for the person who enjoys a variety of activities, from hiking in the great outdoors to going to sporting events in nearby Charlotte, to eating delicious food. Feel the small-town charm of Waxhaw as you walk along the cobblestone sidewalks on Main Street and pass by the historic barber shop and restaurants like Stacks Kitchen (be sure to have the blueberry pancakes with real maple syrup for a sugary start to any day). With very little snow and temperatures averaging in the 60s to 80s nearly every month of the year, it is easy to see why nearly 10,000 people call Waxhaw home.