Condos Near Selwyn Elementary
in Charlotte's 28209
The school zone serving Franciscan Terrace — Selwyn Elementary, Alexander Graham Middle, and Myers Park High.
Selwyn. Alexander Graham. Myers Park.
Franciscan Terrace at 4751 Hedgemore Dr, Charlotte NC 28209 is served by a three-school Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) progression. Based on this address, the assigned schools are Selwyn Elementary for grades K–5, Alexander Graham Middle School for grades 6–8, and Myers Park High School for grades 9–12.
The school zone is a real factor for families considering a purchase in Charlotte. The Selwyn–Alexander Graham–Myers Park corridor is the same one that serves adjacent single-family neighborhoods in the 28209 area. All three schools are Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools public schools. For current details on hours, enrollment, programs, and transportation, visit cms.k12.nc.us.
Selwyn Elementary is a neighborhood elementary school in the Myers Park area of Charlotte, serving the 28209 corridor. Alexander Graham Middle School is the middle school for this attendance zone and feeds into the Myers Park High School pathway. Myers Park High School is one of Charlotte's larger comprehensive high schools, located in the Myers Park neighborhood and offering a broad range of programs and extracurriculars.
This page does not make ranking claims about any school. School quality is subjective and changes over time. For current information on each school, use the CMS school profiles at cms.k12.nc.us.
The same zone.
A lower entry price.
In Charlotte, school attendance zones are a well-known factor in real estate pricing and buyer decision-making. Many families research school zones before they research the specific property — the zone determines where their children can attend public school for free, without needing to apply for a transfer or pay private school tuition.
Detached single-family homes in the Myers Park, Dilworth, and surrounding 28209 neighborhoods — which share the same Selwyn–Alexander Graham–Myers Park school zone — typically carry significantly higher purchase prices than condos in the same area. Condos in a strong school zone offer one of the fewer ways to access that school corridor at a lower total purchase price.
Franciscan Terrace's 126 condos sit at 4751 Hedgemore Dr, within the same school attendance zone as more expensive adjacent neighborhoods. For buyers with school-age children, that's a real consideration: the school access is the same regardless of whether you're in a condo or a detached home in the zone.
HOA dues at Franciscan Terrace are $253.72/month for a one-bedroom, $337.90/month for a two-bedroom, and $395.19/month for a three-bedroom — all-in monthly costs that remain meaningfully below comparable single-family alternatives in the zone.
What to verify before making a school-based decision.
If school assignment is a factor in your purchasing decision, take the time to verify it through the right channels — not just listing sheets or websites like this one. Here's the process that matters.
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Use the CMS address lookup tool. Go to cms.k12.nc.us and enter 4751 Hedgemore Dr, Charlotte NC 28209 to confirm the current school assignment for this specific address. This is the most direct and current source.
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Confirm the assignment hasn't changed since the source you read it from. CMS rezones periodically. A website, listing sheet, or neighborhood guide — including this one — may not reflect a recent boundary change. The CMS lookup tool reflects the current assignment.
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Verify specialized program assignments separately. If you have children interested in CMS magnet programs, IB programs, arts or language focus schools, or other specialized options, those assignments work differently from neighborhood school assignments and need to be confirmed directly with CMS enrollment.
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Confirm with the CMS enrollment office directly. If your purchasing decision depends meaningfully on school assignment, call or visit the CMS enrollment office to confirm before signing a contract. A phone confirmation gives you a current, documented answer.
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Verify at the unit level if needed. School assignments within a multi-building complex are generally consistent, but confirming at the specific address rather than the general "community" level is the right approach for a purchase decision.
Three CMS public schools.
All within approximately one mile.
All three schools in the zone are Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools public schools. Here is a brief factual description of each. For current program details, enrollment, and hours, visit cms.k12.nc.us.
Grades K–5
Selwyn Elementary School
A neighborhood elementary school located in the Myers Park area of Charlotte, serving the 28209 corridor. The elementary school in the attendance zone for Franciscan Terrace and the surrounding Hedgemore Dr area.
Grades 6–8
Alexander Graham Middle School
The middle school serving the Franciscan Terrace attendance zone. Alexander Graham feeds directly into the Myers Park High School corridor for students in this zone. Located in the broader Myers Park–28209 area.
Grades 9–12
Myers Park High School
One of Charlotte's larger comprehensive high schools, located in the Myers Park neighborhood. Offers a broad program — sports, extracurriculars, and academic tracks. The designated high school for the Hedgemore Dr address based on current CMS zoning.
Distances are approximate and based on the 4751 Hedgemore Dr address. School assignments and details are subject to change. Verify all information at cms.k12.nc.us.
More than a school zone.
School zone is one factor. For families weighing a purchase at Franciscan Terrace, the daily environment matters just as much. Here is what the community offers beyond the school assignment.
Pool
Full-size community pool open early May through late September — 2.5 ft shallow end through 10 ft deep end, sunrise to sunset. South-facing, with 20 loungers, 20 chairs, 4 umbrellas, and two bathrooms in the adjacent clubhouse. A genuine summer amenity for kids.
Private Greenway Access
Private keyed access directly onto the Little Sugar Creek Greenway — a paved, car-free trail connecting to Freedom Park and Uptown Charlotte. Good for family bike rides, dog walks, and outdoor time that doesn't require a car.
Quiet Street
Hedgemore Dr is a dead-end street with no through traffic. The absence of cut-through cars makes a practical difference in how the grounds feel — quieter and safer for kids than a typical through street.
Pet Friendly
Dogs are welcome at Franciscan Terrace. Verify current pet guidelines directly with Red Rock Management before purchasing if this is a factor.
Walkable Groceries
Two Harris Teeters are within approximately 0.8 miles — both walkable. Everyday errands on foot is a realistic option from this address.
Open Grounds
7.5 acres across the community — mature landscaping, green space between buildings, and a footprint that reflects 1969 construction standards when land was used more generously.
All three schools within one mile.
Approximate distances from 4751 Hedgemore Dr to each school. These are estimates — verify independently. All three schools are a short drive from Franciscan Terrace.
All three schools are a short drive — typically under 5 minutes depending on time of day. Walking distances are moderate; many families use a car or CMS school bus. CMS provides bus service based on distance thresholds and zone — verify bus eligibility directly with the CMS transportation department.
Distance estimates are approximate, based on 4751 Hedgemore Dr, Charlotte NC 28209. Verify independently. And as always — confirm current school assignments at cms.k12.nc.us before making a purchasing decision.
Schools FAQ
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What schools serve Franciscan Terrace?
Based on the 4751 Hedgemore Dr address, the assigned Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools are Selwyn Elementary (K–5), Alexander Graham Middle School (6–8), and Myers Park High School (9–12). Always verify current assignments at cms.k12.nc.us before purchasing — do not rely on this page or any listing sheet.
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Can I confirm school assignments before buying?
Yes — use the CMS address lookup at cms.k12.nc.us to confirm the current school assignment for 4751 Hedgemore Dr, Charlotte NC 28209. Also confirm directly with the CMS enrollment office, particularly if your decision depends on school assignment. A direct confirmation gives you a current, documented answer.
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Do CMS school boundaries change?
Yes — CMS periodically rezones. Never rely on a listing sheet or a third-party website for school assignment confirmation, including this page. Always verify the current assignment directly with CMS at cms.k12.nc.us.
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Is Franciscan Terrace in the Myers Park High school zone?
Based on the Hedgemore Dr address, Myers Park High School is the designated high school for this zone. Verify the current assignment at cms.k12.nc.us — CMS boundaries can change, and direct verification is always the right step before a purchasing decision.
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Are there other amenities at Franciscan Terrace for families?
The community has a full-size pool (2.5–10 ft deep, open early May through late September, sunrise to sunset), private keyed greenway access directly onto the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, pet-friendly grounds, and a quiet dead-end street with no through traffic on Hedgemore Dr. Two Harris Teeters are within approximately 0.8 miles.
More questions about community life? See the full FAQ →
Strong school zone. Private trail. Family pool.
Franciscan Terrace is in the Selwyn Elementary / Alexander Graham / Myers Park High attendance zone — verify at cms.k12.nc.us.