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Spooky Season Wrap-Up + Market News You’ll Love 👻📉
- Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
- Oct 28
- 7 min read
🌟Five To Try in the Greater Charlotte Area🌟
🎭 Tricks, Treats & Twists of Mystery 🕵️♀️🍂
It’s the grand finale of spooky season, Charlotte! From Halloween happenings and haunted fun to stage-worthy suspense and seasonal celebrations, this week is packed with fall magic. Whether you’re solving a whodunit, scoring candy with the kids, or grabbing a pumpkin-spiced deal, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the week.
This week’s Five to Try is all about cozy nights, creative costumes, and community fun. 💛
And as always, THANK YOU for the support, referrals, and love. Your trust keeps my business growing through relationships, and I’m forever grateful!
Let’s dive in!
1️⃣ Murder on the Orient Express 🎭🚂
All aboard for intrigue! Theatre Charlotte brings Agatha Christie’s legendary mystery Murder on the Orient Express to life from Oct. 30-Nov. 9. Follow Hercule Poirot as he unravels a thrilling case aboard a luxury train full of secrets. Perfect for fans of classic mysteries and live theatre!
🗓️ Oct. 30-Nov. 9 | Showtimes vary
📍 Theatre Charlotte
2️⃣ Halloween Events Around Charlotte 🎃🕸️
From haunted houses and spooky soirees to kid-friendly costume parties, there’s something for everyone this Halloween! Explore Charlotte on the Cheap’s massive roundup of Halloween events happening across the Queen City from Oct. 27-Nov. 6.
🗓️ Oct. 27-Nov. 6
📍 Various locations across the Charlotte area
3️⃣ Trick-or-Treat & Trunk-or-Treat Events 🍬🚗
Charlotte is candy central this week! Dozens of neighborhoods, churches, and local businesses are hosting family-friendly trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat events from Oct. 29-Nov. 1. Costumes, candy, and community - what more could you need?
🗓️ Oct. 29-Nov. 1
📍 Across the Charlotte region
4️⃣ Halloween Food Freebies & Deals 🍕🧁
You don’t need a costume to score these treats! From free coffee and spooky-themed desserts to discounted meals for kids, Charlotte on the Cheap has compiled all the best Halloween week freebies and food deals around town. Perfect for treating yourself (no tricks required!).
🗓️ Week of Oct. 28-Nov. 1
📍 Participating restaurants and cafes
5️⃣ Oktoberfest & SCarowinds at Carowinds 🎡👻
Carowinds is doubling the fall fun! By day, enjoy Oktoberfest with seasonal eats, craft brews, and festive music. When the sun sets, the park transforms into SCarowinds - with haunted mazes, thrill rides, and plenty of scares.
🗓️ Octoberfest through November 23, SCarowinds through November 2 | Select days and nights
📍 Carowinds
NOTE: There's much more happening around Charlotte this week, so check out this Facebook group for tons of family-friendly events happening all over the Charlotte area. Family Fun in Charlotte and Union County I'm also trying to build up another group What's Up Charlotte. If you haven't already joined, I'd love your support!
🧺Thanksgiving Blessing Baskets🧺
This Thanksgiving, we’re assembling Blessing Baskets filled with holiday essentials, encouragement, and care for local families in need - and we’d love your help!
How to Get Involved:
✅ Build a basket with Thanksgiving staples (gift card for turkey/ham, stuffing, veggies, mashed potatoes, gravy, cornbread mix, dessert, and a handwritten note).
✅ Drop it off Nov. 18 from 5-7PM at Grapes Bistro & Wine Bar (6461 Old Monroe Rd D, Indian Trail).
✅ Enjoy a 50% off appetizer coupon from Grapes as a thank-you!
Whether you donate one basket or several, your kindness will help brighten someone’s holiday!❤️
🏆 Vote for Me as Charlotte’s Best Realtor! 🏆
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been nominated for CLTtoday’s Best Realtor of 2025 - and I’d be so grateful for your vote! 💛
Voting is open October 20 through November 25, and it only takes a minute to show your support (and vote for all your other Charlotte favorites - from coffee shops to event venues).
👉 Here’s how to vote:
1️⃣ Visit CLTtoday’s Best Awards
2️⃣ Choose Mobile Version or Desktop Version
3️⃣ Scroll to the “Real Estate Agent + Group” category
4️⃣ Vote for Christen Ripoli 🙌
Thank you for being part of my Charlotte community - your support means the world! 💙
Mortgage News
📉 Mortgage Rates Continue Their Downward Trend
Rates moved lower again this week, marking another step in the right direction for buyers and homeowners watching affordability improve. The 30-year fixed dropped to 6.13%, down 0.06% from last week, while the 15-year fixed fell to 5.72%.
Government-backed options like FHA and VA loans also saw declines, both landing just below 6%. The 7/6 SOFR ARM was the only product to tick slightly upward, rising just 0.01%, while jumbo loans remained unchanged.
With rates consistently trending lower through October, this could be a great time to revisit your buying power, consider refinancing, or start planning for your next move before the year’s end.
*Most recent mortgage rates according to https://www.mortgagenewsdaily.com/
Featured Homes
📍1152 Stone Marker Drive, Monroe📍
Welcome to 1152 Stone Marker Drive - a pristine, 2-year-old home in one of Monroe’s most desirable golf communities! This beautifully designed one-story layout features 3 bedrooms and over 1,800 sq ft of open living space, perfect for both relaxing and entertaining.
The kitchen is the heart of the home with a massive island, abundant storage, and seamless flow into the dining and living areas. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a light-filled sitting room, spa-inspired bathroom, and generous walk-in closet.
Step outside to a fenced backyard ready for gatherings, pets, or play. A widened driveway and 3-car garage offer convenience and curb appeal. Plus, enjoy resort-style amenities - pool, cabana, tennis, pickleball, fitness center, and a premier golf course - all just 25 minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
🔑 Highlights:
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
1,863 sq ft of bright, open living
Kitchen with oversized island
Primary suite with sitting room + spa-inspired bath
Fenced backyard + 3-car garage
Resort-style amenities in Stonebridge Fairways
Zoned for Western Union Elementary and Parkwood Middle & High
Under Contract Homes
📍7807 Hummingbird Lane, Charlotte📍
This charming Apple Tree Village townhome is officially off the market! With nearly 1,500 sq ft of living space, a thoughtful two-story layout, and a convenient location, 7807 Hummingbird Lane was a fantastic find for the right buyer.
Congratulations to my sellers and to the new homeowners who will soon enjoy this well-situated Charlotte gem! 💛
Video of the Week
Check out this video featuring: You Don’t Need 20% Down to Buy a House! (2025 Housing Myth Busted)
Think you need 20% down to buy a home? That’s one of the biggest myths in real estate - and it’s keeping people from becoming homeowners every single day.
In this video, I break down the truth about down payments in 2025 with real numbers, real programs, and side-by-side comparisons of Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans.
You’ll learn:
✅ How little you actually need to buy a home (it’s probably less than your car down payment)
✅ What “PMI” and “MIP” really mean - and when they go away
✅ How veterans, first-time buyers, and rural homeowners can buy with 0% down
✅ Why waiting for the “perfect time” could cost you thousands
💬 If you’re thinking about buying in the Charlotte or Union County area let’s talk! We’ll walk you through your real numbers and find the best strategy for you.
Charlotte Market Minute
📢 Charlotte Market Update | October 21st - October 28th 📢
A total of 899 properties were sold, with the average sales price coming in at $526,581 and the median sales price at $399,000. Properties spent an average of 57 days on the market and sold for a median of 98.50% of list price - indicating steady buyer activity even as market times lengthen slightly. The average price per square foot this week landed at $233.90. The most affordable property sold for $46,000, while the highest sale reached $4.9 million. Whether you’re following the numbers or ready to make your next move, Charlotte’s housing market continues to show resilience and opportunity across all price points. Let’s connect and talk strategy for your real estate goals!
📊 Here’s your weekly snapshot:
899 total properties sold
Average sales price: $526,581
Median sales price: $399,000
Average price per square foot: $233.90
Properties are selling for a median of 98.50% of list price
Average days on market: 57
Lowest sale: $46,000
Highest sale: $4.9M
Have questions about how this impacts your home plans? I’d love to help!
📞 330.301.0687
🏡 Christen Ripoli, REALTOR® | Real
🍌Let's Get Bananas!🍌
Get ready, Charlotte - the Savannah Bananas - the theatrical, unconventional baseball team known for combining athleticism, dance, comedy, and fan interaction into a show called Banana Ball - are coming to town!
They’ll be taking over Truist Field from June 4-6, 2026 for what’s sure to be three nights of wacky, fun-filled action on the diamond.
To snag tickets, you’ll need to sign up for the Banana Ball ticket lottery by October 31. If your name is drawn, you’ll get a chance to purchase tickets (starting around $35) through the team’s ticketing system.
Discover "What's Up Charlotte?"
Looking for fun things to do around the Queen City? Check out the Facebook page What’s Up Charlotte? - your one-stop hub for local events, festivals, family-friendly activities, date night ideas, small business spotlights, and so much more!
It’s the perfect place to find weekend plans, connect with fellow Charlotteans, and uncover hidden gems in our city. Whether you’re new to the area or a longtime local, this community has something for everyone.
👉 Join the conversation here: What’s Up Charlotte?
Christen's Connections
"I know a guy" (and plenty of ladies too!). Are you in need of a connection? Maybe you want to have a deck added onto your home, or you need new blinds, or perhaps a cleaning service - I've got an extensive list of the best connections in the area. Consider me your own personal Yelp! Clicking on the link above will bring you to my quick connections list, but I have lots more saved in my Google Drive. Let me know how I can help!
Referrals
We love it when you have an incredible experience moving to the area and we're so grateful when you refer us to your friends and family considering making the move!
Share our channel with them as well as our other social media profiles so that we can keep in touch.
BEST WAY TO SEND ME A REFERRAL
1. Call (Let's talk about your referral)
2. Introduce me in a group text or email
Thank you in advance!!
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