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Linea Completes Construction, Welcomes Residents to South End’s New Centerpiece

Linea is Setting the New Standard for Sophisticated Living in Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Linea, the highly anticipated 24-story apartment tower in South End, has officially completed construction and is now welcoming residents to experience brilliantly elevated living at 2161 Hawkins St. As the new South End centerpiece, Linea offers a high-rise, high-profile and highly coveted lifestyle with unmatched design, aspirational amenities and a prime location on the Rail Trail. With 18,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, the transformative project introduces a dynamic new experience for residents and visitors alike.

Since pre-leasing launched in November 2024, Linea has been met with enthusiastic demand from both local and out-of-state renters, particularly those drawn to its elevated services and hotel-inspired community. First move-ins began in January, with residents captivated by Linea’s vibrant location and thoughtfully curated amenities.

“Linea is designed to be more than just a place to live—it’s a lifestyle,” said Kate Culver, vice president of development for Portman Residential. “Our residents love the unbeatable location on the Rail Trail and the robust amenities. Linea’s attention to detail and elevated services truly reflect the experiences of the finest urban living available in Charlotte.”

“We are proud to introduce Linea to the Charlotte, NC market, where demand for high-quality residential developments continues to rise,” said Jeffrey Kanne, President and CEO, National Real Estate Advisors. “Linea exemplifies our team’s dedication to developing premier assets nationwide that generate long-term value for our investors.”

Timeless, Naturally Inspired Interiors

Linea features 370 meticulously designed apartments with a variety of floor plans, including studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, as well as 13 penthouses. The design aesthetic features warm wood tones and neutral colors, creating a perfect blank slate to personalize each space. Residents enjoy premium design elements such as soaring ceiling heights, floor-to-ceiling windows, quartz countertops, custom soft-close cabinetry, adjustable freedomRail closet systems, insulating roller shades and smart-home technology. Residents can unlock doors, provide guest access, control thermostats, and send cooking instructions to ovens—all from their smartphones.

Alluring Amenities & Concierge Services

Linea’s impressive amenities are designed to enhance every aspect of daily life with comfort and convenience.

  • Exclusive 24/7 Concierge Services: Offering Bozzuto’s Home Away Services, which include in-home mail/package delivery, plant and cat care, as well as in-home grocery and dry cleaning delivery and other personalized resident experiences.
  • 23rd Level Community Floor: Featuring the Overlook Lounge, Entertainment Hub, Billiard Parlor, The Sound Lounge (with a community record collection), dining spaces for social gatherings and more.
  • Skyline Athletic Club: Complete with a two-story rock climbing wall with city views, Echelon Mirrors, private fitness rooms and curated wellness programs.
  • The Sun Deck: Featuring a resort-style year-round heated pool with sun shelf, loungers, fi re pits and grilling stations.
  • Fido-Friendly Floor: The 7th level features a Paw Park with smart turf and grooming stations at the Paw Spa.
  • Work Lounge: Offering private focus rooms, a treadmill walk station, adjustable-height desks and a fully equipped conference room.

Linea’s guest experience team also enriches daily living with special perks, coordinates resident benefits with local businesses, and celebrates birthdays and life milestones with thoughtful surprises.

“‘Welcome home’ isn’t just something we say at Linea—it’s our commitment,” explains Kory Gebhart, Linea’s General Manager. “We strive to meet every resident’s needs, simplify their lives and create memorable everyday moments.”

Dedicated to the Details

Every aspect of Linea is intentionally crafted to elevate how residents live. Architectural elements throughout feature the signature swooping “L” from the logo, from the curve of the lobby artwork to the rounded ceiling in The Sound Lounge. Bozzuto’s custom White Tea and Thyme scent fi lls the lobby, offering a warm welcome home. The curated art program includes colorful abstract pieces from nine North Carolina artists, including fi ve from Charlotte: Ajané K. Williams, Katrina Sánchez, Kenny Nguyen, Matthew Steele and Sharon Dowell. The interiors, by renowned design firm Fogarty Finger, provide a warm, elegant backdrop that enhances the art’s bold colors and layered textures. Local partnerships with businesses like The Rooted Nest for florals and Lenny Boy for draft kombucha, further connect Linea to the community.

Building Community & Connection

Linea’s confirmed ground-floor retail and dining spaces include Half Shell, True Food Kitchen, Peachy Salon and Night Swim Coffee, the latter of which is slated to open this spring and is accessible from the Linea lobby as well as from a walkup window just steps from the Rail Trail. Additional retailers will be announced in the coming weeks and buildouts will continue throughout the year.

The open-air paseo, located between Linea and Sycamore Brewing, invites residents and guests to enjoy live music or grab a coffee from Night Swim and relax. Linea is connected to The Line via a skybridge and offers direct access to the Rail Trail. It is within walking distance of popular South End destinations like O-Ku, Hawkers, Yamazaru Sushi & Sake, Trolley Barn Fermentory & Food Hall, Atherton and more. The building is also just steps from a future LYNX Blue Line light rail stop, further enhancing access to South End and the broader Charlotte community.

“Linea captures the energy and character of South End while offering a new standard of living in Charlotte,” says Gebhart. “Residents at Linea can expect an active social lifestyle with curated weekly events. We’re dedicated to creating a community where exceptional living spaces, an amazing neighborhood and meaningful connections align.”

Portman Residential and partner National Real Estate Advisors are the developers/owners of Linea. JE Dunn was the general contractor and S9 Architecture was the design architect on the project. Foundry Commercial is managing Linea’s retail leasing. The upscale residential tower is managed by Bozzuto, which has been named a top property management company in the U.S. for online reputation by J. Turner Research and Multifamily Executive Magazine for multiple years.

The leasing office is located in the lobby of Linea and open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. For more information or to schedule a tour, visit lineasouthend.com or follow @lineasouthend on Instagram and Facebook.

About Linea
Located at 2161 Hawkins St. in Charlotte’s vibrant South End, Linea was thoughtfully developed by Portman Residential and is expertly managed by Bozzuto Property Management. With an unwavering commitment to quality and community, Linea invites residents to experience a lifestyle that redefi nes modern urban living and sets a new standard for upscale apartment living in Charlotte. Learn more at lineasouthend.com.

About Portman
Portman Holdings, LLC, a renowned real estate development company, boasts a seven-decade legacy of high-quality projects across three continents. Founded by the visionary architect John C. Portman Jr., who pioneered the architect-as-developer model, the company has shaped the global landscape with extensive mixed-use developments. Currently, under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Ambrish Baisiwala and President John Portman IV, Portman Holdings continues to set the standard of excellence in the development of offi ce, residential, industrial, hospitality, retail and mixed-use developments across the U.S. Each line of business is led by a Managing Director and supported by a corporate structure. To learn more about Portman, visit portmanholdings.com.

About National Real Estate Advisors
National Real Estate Advisors, LLC (“National”) is an investment manager developing, operating, and managing commercial real estate projects across the United States. National’s mission is to create lasting value through projects that produce solid, long-term returns for our clients while improving the communities in which we invest and develop. Since 2000, National’s investment team has been constructing investment portfolios of diverse property assets — primarily multifamily, data centers, offi ce, healthcare, and medical buildings. National manages separate accounts and multiple commingled investment vehicles, including a data center fund. National seeks to create value for investors by adhering to a rigorous investment process and development principles guided by profi ts, integrity, community, and collaboration. National is an independently operated subsidiary of the National Electrical Benefi t Fund (“NEBF”), a pension trust with assets that are managed by National on a discretionary basis. For more information, please visit natadvisors.com.

About Bozzuto
Bozzuto is an experience-focused real estate company distinguished by its innovative developments, dedicated customer service, and top-rated workplace culture. With award-winning expertise in homebuilding, multifamily development, construction, and management, Bozzuto is devoted to delivering extraordinary experiences for those they serve. Since its founding in 1988, Bozzuto has developed, acquired, and built more than 62,000 homes and apartments. Celebrating 36 years of creating sanctuary, Bozzuto currently manages 120,000 apartments and 3.7 million square feet of retail space across the U.S. For more information, visit bozzuto.com.