Gastonia Real Estate

Gastonia Homes & Real Estate For Sale in North Carolina

The City of Gastonia is located in the Piedmonts in Gaston County just 25 miles from the Charlotte metro area along the crossroads of highways 321 and I-85. Originally named after the county it resides in, which took its name after Congressman and State Supreme Court Judge William Gaston, the community stretches 46 square miles and now serves as the county seat with over 71,000 residents including James Worthy, the former Los Angeles Laker. Real estate options in Gastonia are diverse and plentiful, consisting primarily of single-family detached homes, townhouses and condominiums.

The proximity of both highways 321 and I-85 allow convenient access to and from the community. For those dependent on air travel, the Charlotte Douglas International Airport is less than 20 miles away. The economy within Gastonia is rather diverse and includes industries such as manufacturing, educational, health and social services, and retail trade. Residents who have children in grades K-12 will find excellent educational accommodations through the Gaston County School District. Students in pursuant of a higher degree in education will find seven nearby college and university campuses within a five-mile radius including Belmont Abbey and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

For recreational purposes, there are several museums that may be of interest to visitors and residents such as the Schiele Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, as well as the American Military Museum. Outdoor enthusiasts will also want to visit Crowders Mountain or Kings Mountain State Parks.