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$295,000 $177/sqft
1702 Wildwood Road
Gastonia, NC 28052
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,665 sqft · 1960 · DOM: 45 d
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Suburban Heights Homes for Sale in Gastonia, SC
Suburban Heights has the feel of a long-established Gastonia neighborhood with a practical, lived-in charm.
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About Suburban Heights
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Suburban Heights, Gastonia
First Impressions
Suburban Heights has the feel of a long-established Gastonia neighborhood with a practical, lived-in charm. Streets such as Tamworth Lane, Linwood Road, Rollingwood Drive, Suburban Terrace, and Wildwood Road point to a community shaped by classic single-family homes, generous yards, and a relaxed residential rhythm. The setting is especially appealing for buyers who value space, mature landscaping, and a neighborhood character that has evolved over time rather than all at once.
"A well-rooted Gastonia enclave where roomy lots and classic homes define the streetscape."
Home Styles & Community Feel
The housing stock leans toward single-family residences built from the late 1950s through the early 2020s, with most homes reflecting mid-century ranch, split-level, tri-level, and Cape Cod influences. Brick is a recurring visual theme, and many homes feature brick exteriors, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and flexible lower-level living areas. Renovations are common enough to keep the neighborhood feeling current, with updates such as quartz or granite counters, newer HVAC systems, modern flooring, and refreshed baths appearing alongside original character details like built-ins and sunrooms.
Lot sizes are notably comfortable, often around half an acre, which gives many properties room for decks, fenced yards, storage buildings, or workshops. That extra outdoor space helps the neighborhood feel open and settled, with a strong emphasis on usable yards rather than tightly packed construction.
Amenities & Daily Rhythm
Daily life in Suburban Heights is shaped by the outdoors as much as the homes themselves. Crowders Mountain is a major draw, and several listings point to easy access to Crowders Mountain State Park for hiking and recreation. Gastonia Park and the planned city park at the former Linwood Springs Golf Course also add to the area’s appeal, giving nearby green space a meaningful role in the neighborhood’s identity.
Inside the homes, the rhythm is practical and comfortable: eat-in kitchens, large great rooms, flex spaces, covered porches, decks, and fenced backyards make everyday living feel adaptable. Storage is another common thread, with sheds, workshops, carport storage, and basement space showing up often enough to matter.
"This is a neighborhood where indoor flexibility and outdoor breathing room go hand in hand."
Location & Schools
Suburban Heights sits in southwest Gastonia, near the I-85 corridor and close to the city’s everyday conveniences. Listings specifically note quick access to I-85, with Charlotte commuting described as straightforward from the area. The neighborhood is also tied to Crowders Mountain State Park, Gastonia Park, and the future park site at the former Linwood Springs Golf Course, reinforcing its location near both recreation and city services.
School assignments in the MLS point to Southwest Middle School and Hunter Huss High School, while the elementary assignment is listed as unspecified. For buyers mapping out the area, Suburban Heights offers a familiar Gastonia address with a residential feel, established streets, and easy access to both regional travel routes and local outdoor destinations.
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Market Trends
Closed sales from MLS history for Suburban Heights, Gastonia
Gastonia 1 yr ▴ 1.7%
Below trend-line threshold — city median shown for context
The Suburban Heights real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 63 days. With 1 active listing and 1 home sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
Pricing
- Median Price
- $295,000
- Average Price
- $295,000
- $/Sq.Ft (Q1)
- $69
- 1-Yr Price Trend
- +16.7%
Property Details
- Avg Bedrooms
- 3.1
- Avg Bathrooms
- 2.0
- Avg Lot Size
- 0.52 acres
Market Activity
- Active Listings
- 1
- Sold Last Year
- 1
- Median Days to Sell
- 63 days
Community Info
- Median Year Built
- 1965
- New Construction
- 0%
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