Homes for Sale on Union Road, Gastonia NC

Why Choose Union Road for Your Home Search?

The Union Road corridor represents one of Gastonia's most convenient and accessible residential areas, offering exceptional value with unbeatable proximity to shopping, dining, employment centers, and interstate access. Union Road (US 321 Business) runs east-west through Gastonia, connecting downtown to I-85 and providing direct access to Charlotte, while serving as a primary commercial and residential corridor for the eastern part of the city.

Homes along and near Union Road offer the perfect combination of affordability, convenience, and established neighborhoods with mature landscaping and community character. Unlike newer subdivisions on Gastonia's outskirts, Union Road properties provide immediate access to amenities, shorter commutes, and the infrastructure advantages of established areas. The corridor's central location means you're never more than minutes from groceries, medical care, restaurants, banking, and services—eliminating the isolation often experienced in distant subdivisions.

Our office location at 1566 Union Rd Suite E positions us as the premier real estate experts for the Union Road corridor. We don't just serve this area—we're located here, giving us intimate knowledge of every neighborhood, price trend, and opportunity along Union Road and surrounding communities. When you work with Sinko Realty for Union Road properties, you benefit from hyperlocal expertise and immediate access to our team.

Union Road Location & Accessibility

Union Road's strategic position makes it one of Gastonia's most accessible corridors. The road runs from downtown Gastonia eastward to I-85 Exit 20, providing seamless connectivity to Charlotte (25 miles east), Belmont (5 miles east), and all of Gaston County. This positioning creates commuting advantages for Charlotte workers, regional employment, and access to amenities throughout the metro area.

Key Access Points:

• I-85 Access: Exit 20 at Union Road provides direct interstate access for Charlotte commuters (25-30 minutes to uptown)
• Downtown Gastonia: 5-10 minutes west on Union Road to downtown shops, restaurants, and government services
• Charlotte Douglas Airport: 30 minutes via I-85 for frequent travelers
• Belmont: 5 minutes east for additional dining, shopping, and the charming downtown district
• Eastridge Mall Area: Adjacent access to Gastonia's primary retail corridor

Neighborhoods Served by Union Road

The Union Road corridor serves multiple established neighborhoods offering diverse housing options, architectural styles, and price points. These communities benefit from mature trees, established neighbors, and the stability of long-standing residential areas.

Shopping, Dining & Convenience

One of Union Road's greatest advantages is the concentration of retail, dining, medical, and service businesses along the corridor. Residents enjoy walkable or 2-3 minute drives to daily needs—a convenience impossible to replicate in distant subdivisions requiring 15-20 minute trips for basic errands.

Eastridge Mall Area: Just east of our office at 1566 Union Rd E, the Eastridge corridor provides Gastonia's most comprehensive retail concentration. The mall anchors dozens of surrounding retailers including Target, Belk, Dick's Sporting Goods, and numerous restaurants, banks, medical offices, and services. This proximity eliminates the time-consuming trips to Charlotte or distant shopping centers, keeping your shopping dollars local while saving time.

Dining Diversity: Union Road features dozens of dining options from national chains (Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Panera, Olive Garden) to local favorites and diverse cuisines. Whether grabbing breakfast before work, lunch meetings, or family dinners, options line the corridor offering convenience and variety.

Healthcare Access: Multiple medical practices, urgent care facilities, pharmacies, and CaroMont Health locations along Union Road ensure healthcare access without long drives. This proximity matters particularly for families with children, managing chronic conditions, or aging in place.

Schools Serving Union Road Areas

Homes along Union Road fall within Gaston County Schools, one of North Carolina's larger school districts serving 32,000+ students across 56 schools. Specific school assignments vary by exact property address, with most Union Road corridor homes assigned to established elementary, middle, and high schools in the eastern Gastonia area.

Gaston County Schools provides comprehensive PreK-12 education with traditional neighborhood schools, magnet programs, career academies, and specialized options. The district emphasizes STEM education, career readiness, and college preparation. Several schools along the Union Road corridor have earned recognition for academic achievement and improvement.

Private School Options: For families seeking private education, Union Road's central location provides convenient access to Gaston Christian School, Gaston Day School, and Charlotte-area private institutions within 20-30 minutes. The corridor's positioning makes private school commutes manageable while maintaining affordable housing costs.

Union Road Real Estate Market

The Union Road corridor represents exceptional value in Gastonia's real estate market, with homes priced 15-25% below comparable Charlotte properties while offering superior convenience compared to distant Gastonia subdivisions. The area's established nature means buyers find move-in ready homes with mature landscaping, character, and infrastructure—advantages newer developments cannot provide.

Current Market Dynamics:

• Price Range: $175,000 - $325,000 covers most Union Road corridor properties, with the sweet spot at $200K-$270K for well-maintained 3-4 bedroom homes
• Home Styles: Ranch homes, split-levels, bi-levels, and traditional two-story designs predominantly from 1960s-1990s construction
• Lot Sizes: Typically 0.25 - 0.75 acres, significantly larger than newer subdivisions offering privacy and yard space
• Condition Range: From investor fixer-uppers under $180K to fully updated move-in ready homes at $280K+
• Days on Market: Well-priced properties in good condition typically sell within 30-45 days

The Union Road market attracts first-time homebuyers seeking affordability with convenience, Charlotte commuters wanting shorter drives than outer suburbs, downsizers leaving larger homes for right-sized properties, and investors purchasing rental properties in stable established areas. This diversity of buyers creates consistent demand and market stability.

Commuting from Union Road

For Charlotte commuters, Union Road properties offer the region's best value-to-commute ratio. The direct I-85 access via Exit 20 (less than 5 minutes from most Union Road homes) provides a straight shot to Charlotte employment centers, typically 25-30 minutes to uptown depending on traffic and destination.

This commute compares favorably to supposedly "closer" neighborhoods where indirect routes, traffic lights, and congested roads offset distance advantages. Union Road's highway access eliminates frustrating stop-and-go surface street commutes, delivering predictable travel times. For hybrid workers commuting 2-3 days weekly, this represents manageable drives while enjoying housing costs $100,000+ below comparable Charlotte properties.

Local Employment: Beyond Charlotte commuters, Union Road serves workers at Gaston County's significant employment base including manufacturing plants, healthcare facilities (CaroMont Regional Medical Center), retail operations, and service businesses. Many employers sit within 10 minutes of Union Road homes, enabling short commutes and lunch breaks at home.

Why Choose Sinko Realty for Union Road Properties?

At Sinko Realty, our Union Road location provides unmatched expertise for buyers and sellers in this corridor. We track every listing, sale, and market trend along Union Road and surrounding neighborhoods. Our team knows which streets offer the best value, which properties need work versus being overpriced, and how to position offers competitively in this market.

For Buyers: We provide insider knowledge of Union Road neighborhoods, helping you understand the differences between communities, identify properties with potential, and avoid overpaying. Our local presence means we often know about upcoming listings before they hit the market, giving our clients first opportunity on the best properties.

For Sellers: We understand what Union Road buyers want—convenience, value, and move-in condition—and market your property to attract qualified local and Charlotte buyers. Our Union Road location means we're showing properties in your neighborhood daily, understanding buyer feedback and current competition. We price properties based on real-time market knowledge, not outdated automated valuations.

Investment Opportunities Along Union Road

Real estate investors increasingly recognize Union Road corridor properties as stable rental investments and value-add opportunities. The area's established nature, convenient location, and affordable price points create favorable investment dynamics for buy-and-hold rental portfolios and fix-and-flip projects.

Rental Market Strength: Union Road proximity to I-85, Eastridge employment, and Charlotte attracts consistent renter demand from service workers, young professionals, and Charlotte commuters seeking affordable rent. Well-maintained 3-bedroom homes rent for $1,300-$1,650/month, supporting positive cash flow on properties purchased under $225K with traditional financing.

Value-Add Potential: The corridor offers numerous properties where cosmetic updates—paint, flooring, kitchen/bath refreshes—can add $30,000-$50,000 in value. Investors with renovation experience or contractor relationships find opportunities to acquire dated properties at $175K-$200K, invest $25K-$40K in updates, and sell at $240K-$280K or retain as upgraded rentals commanding premium rents.

Experience Union Road Living

Choosing a home along Union Road means embracing Gastonia's most convenient residential corridor—where affordable housing meets accessibility, and established neighborhoods provide the character and maturity new developments cannot replicate. Whether you're a first-time buyer seeking maximum home for your budget, a Charlotte commuter wanting reasonable drives with significant cost savings, or anyone prioritizing convenience and value, Union Road delivers.

🎯 Features: I-85 access, shopping/dining proximity, affordable housing, established neighborhoods, mature landscaping, Gaston County Schools, Charlotte commuting access, local employment convenience

Start Your Union Road Home Search Today

Ready to explore homes for sale along Union Road? Contact Sinko Realty at our Union Road office for personalized service from the corridor's local experts. We'll help you understand neighborhood differences, identify properties matching your needs, and navigate the buying or selling process with confidence.

Visit us at 1566 Union Rd Suite E, Gastonia, NC 28054
Call or text: (704) 616-7764
Email: arnold@sinkorealty.com

Discover why Union Road represents Gastonia's best value for convenience, accessibility, and established community character. Your Union Road home awaits with Sinko Realty—Exceeding Expectations.

About the Author: Arnold Sinko is a licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker and owner of Sinko Realty, located at 1566 Union Rd E in Gastonia. With deep local market knowledge and a commitment to exceeding client expectations, Arnold and his team serve buyers and sellers throughout Gaston County and the Charlotte metro area.

Last updated: December 19, 2025