Community Spotlight: A Home with Suburban Adventure in Gastonia

Community Spotlight: Find a Home with Suburban Adventure in Gastonia, NC

Brookline Homes • December 3, 2025

When venturing down I-85 to Gastonia from Charlotte, you can find what might be the region’s most charming and fast-growing suburb.

Its location acts as a gateway between the timeless beauty of the Appalachian mountains to the west and fast-growing Uptown Charlotte to the east, but you can happily lose yourself in the amenities located within the Gastonia city limits.

Gastonia is a city of balance and possibility, and that possibility starts with owning your home at Ruby Dixon Crossing. This townhome community offers the perfect mix of comfort and convenience, setting you up for the easy-going, low-maintenance suburban living you’ve been dreaming of.

Here’s why you’ll love it here.

Affordable, Efficient Homes with Modern Flair

Ruby Dixon Crossing is a neighborhood just south of downtown Gastonia. It’s comprised of 80 townhomes with three distinct floor plan options, all featuring:

Between 1,569-1,661 square feet
3 bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms
1-car Garage
2 stories with 9' ceilings up & down
Spacious owner’s suites
New stainless steel appliances

Our townhomes bring you all the turnkey benefits of new construction with minimal maintenance, so you can spend more time enjoying your home than fixing it up. This is a perfect fit for buyers looking to start building equity in their first home or longtime homeowners ready to downsize. The best part? You can live in a high-quality, intentionally designed townhome without paying big-city prices.

This community is a blend of modern living and Carolina textile roots. The name is inspired by two Gastonia mills, Ruby and Dixon, which were built alongside the Carolina & Northwestern Railway in 1919. Our floor plans are named after prominent individuals from that era.

But Ruby Dixon Crossing is designed to be more than a cluster of townhomes side-by-side. Instead, it’s the perfect place to build a vibrant community of your own.

Convenient Access to Historic Gastonia

Long before the Queen City came into its own, Gastonia has been on the map. The city was an important textiles and manufacturing hub in North Carolina in the early 20th century, and today, the historic district combines modern amenities and entertainment with the classic

In downtown Gastonia, you can find shops, parks, and restaurants just a short drive north on Highway 321. Be sure to check out the Loray Mill, once the largest textile mill in the South, and cap an evening out with fine dining at Webb’s Custom Kitchen, a steakhouse set in a restored 1920s theater.

Plenty to Do Right in Your Backyard

Gastonia is Charlotte’s second-largest suburb, so it has unique amenities you won’t find in other area towns while still offering easy access to big-box shopping, such as Target, Kohl's, and Lowe's.

The city is home to many endearing shops and lively restaurants with plenty of entertainment options to choose from. Some highlights include:

Explore The Schiele Museum, a local research center and planetarium
Have a fun time at the Classic Arcade & Pinball Museum (just a few minutes away from Ruby Dixon Crossing)
Catch a live production by the Little Theater of Gastonia, which has been operating for more than 70 years.
Take a stroll at the Daniel Stowe Conservancy, 380 acres of meadows, woodlands, and lakefront property.
Check out a home game for the Gastonia Ghost Peppers, a team in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB), which is a partner league to the MLB.

Gastonia has much to offer. Uptown Charlotte is right there if you need it—but you might not.

Outdoor Adventures Within Reach

Gastonia is surrounded by scenic landscapes, beautiful parks, and a variety of amenities that are bound to delight and inspire every nature lover – and Ruby Dixon Crossing puts you close to many of them!

For a family outing or picnic, Martha Rivers Park has several athletic fields, paved walking trails, and a castle playground, a can’t-miss amenity for families with children. Looking for a tee time? The public Catawba Creek Golf Course is right around the corner.

Gastonia is close to the South Fork and the Catawba River, the latter of which is showcased at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, the Charlotte area’s destination for kayaking, whitewater rafting, paddleboarding, zip lines, music events, and more.

For those who prefer to keep their feet on dry land, Crowders Mountain State Park offers up to

30 miles of hiking trails and two mountain peaks. You won’t want to miss the acres of colorful vistas in the fall.

Gastonia is a compelling city with the best of North Carolina on display and some lively character of its own. It’s a fantastic place to put down roots, and Brookline Homes has made it easier than ever before.

Can you see the possibilities? Request more information about Ruby Dixon Crossing. Move-in-ready homes are selling now, and tours are available.

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As we close out 2025 and look ahead to a new year, I’ve found myself reflecting on what it means to build. And when I’m talking about “build”, I’m talking about more than how or where or when we build homes – I’m talking about how and where and when we build connection, care, and trust. This year has reminded me that leadership, like homebuilding, is a deeply human opportunity. At Brookline, we’ve always said that no one cares what you know until they know that you care. That philosophy has guided us through 2025, shaping not only how we show up for our buyers, but how we show up for one another. Our team has evolved in all the best ways. We’ve become more collaborative, more transparent, and more connected – across sales, field, office, and leadership – than ever before. It’s not always easy work, but it’s work that matters and makes a difference. And it’s the kind of work that reminds me every day why I love what I do: helping people find and feel at home. One of the greatest affirmations I received this year came from a homeowner who told me this: “When I realized the president was a woman, I thought, thank goodness – she’ll understand . ” That moment stopped me in my tracks. Because she’s right. I do understand. I understand what it means to want a space that feels like you; to care about every detail, from the warm sunlight that pours through the windows to the way a kitchen fits your family’s rhythm in the morning rush or as you all sit down to dinner together. I understand that home is emotional, not transactional. I’m proud that our homes, and our Brookline Homes team reflect that level of care. As we get excited for 2026, I’m filled with gratitude for the team that makes Brookline what it is today. They’re funny, they’re dedicated, they’re heart-forward people who bring joy to the work. They’re the reason I love what I do. The laughter in our meetings lately has been contagious, which is a sign to me that our culture and company feels more like a community than ever. And as we carry that spirit forward, I’m thrilled to share something new on the horizon: Bliss Custom Construction, our newest sister company and a 100% female-owned venture. Bliss Custom Construction will allow us to bring Brookline’s trusted and loved floor plans, craftsmanship, and heart to homeowners who want to build on their own lot. It’s an opportunity to extend what we do best, which is to make homebuilding feel joyful, transparent, and deeply personal – to an even broader community within Charlotte and Gastonia – and beyond. Bliss – which is also my last name – means happiness, harmony, and the feeling you get when things finally fall into place. That’s the energy I’m taking into 2026. I want this to be a year of continued growth, new beginnings, and many more families finding their version of home. To our homeowners, trade partners, and community: thank you for your trust, your feedback, and your partnership. We wouldn’t be here without you. Here’s to a new year filled with gratitude, growth, and a little bit of bliss. With my appreciation, Andi Dirkschneider Bliss President, Brookline Homes

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