Top 3 Neighborhoods in Winston-Salem

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Top 3 Neighborhoods in Winston-Salem: Where to Live in the City of Arts and Innovation

Looking to move to Winston-Salem, North Carolina? Realtor Joel Sandman highlights three distinct neighborhoods in this video, each offering a unique lifestyle and housing options. Let's dive into Ardmore, Buena Vista, and Downtown Winston-Salem to help you find your perfect fit.

1. Ardmore [01:43]

●     Location: Ardmore is conveniently located near Business 40 and Baptist Hospital, making it a prime spot for medical professionals [00:22]. It offers easy access to downtown [00:40] and is just a short drive from Five Points, a hub for shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants [01:17]. Piedmont Triad International Airport is also approximately 30 minutes away [01:26].

●     Lifestyle: This neighborhood boasts a strong sense of community [00:39] and is known for being family-friendly and walkable [00:54].

●     Homes: Ardmore features an eclectic mix of historic homes, including charming cottages and bungalows [00:48]. As a historic district, homes vary in style [01:00] and typically range from 900 to 2,000 square feet [01:54]. You'll often find classic details like heavy moldings, wood-burning fireplaces, and formal living rooms [02:01].

●     Cost of Living: The average price for a three-bedroom home is around $275,000 [01:34], while a two-bedroom home averages about $210,000 [01:38]. Rent for a two-bedroom place is approximately $1,400 per month [02:15].

2. Buena Vista [02:22]

●     Location: Buena Vista is nestled off Country Club Road, situated between Forsyth Country Club and Old Town Club [02:41]. It provides convenient access to Wake Forest University [02:54] and a quick 5-10 minute commute to downtown via Business 40 [03:26]. The airport is also about 30 minutes away [03:20].

●     Lifestyle: This neighborhood is characterized by extremely quiet streets [03:08] and is renowned for its excellent restaurants, including Roosters, Noble Grille, Ryan's Steakhouse, and various establishments on Fourth Street [03:37].

●     Homes: Buena Vista is known for its larger lots, spacious homes, and mature trees, offering more privacy between neighbors compared to Ardmore [03:09]. Homes are typically from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, featuring all-brick construction and often exceeding 4,000 square feet [04:26]. There's also new construction occurring as older homes are purchased, torn down, and rebuilt [04:32].

●     Cost of Living: Buena Vista is the most expensive neighborhood in Winston-Salem, with an average price for single-family homes around $700,000 [03:51]. While smaller three-bedroom homes can occasionally be found around $400,000, they are rare [04:00]. Many homes sell for $1,000,000 or more [04:08]. Rentals are generally difficult to find, often consisting of short-term executive rentals or homes still on the market [04:11].

3. Downtown Winston-Salem [04:43]

●     Location: Downtown Winston-Salem places residents in the heart of the city's hustle and bustle, with restaurants and shops within easy reach [05:19]. The airport is about a 25-minute drive away [05:57].

●     Lifestyle: Downtown offers a big-city feel with small-town conveniences [04:56]. Residents can enjoy various modern amenities within complexes like Traders Row, Piedmont Leaf Lofts, and One Park Vista, which often include gyms, workout facilities, pools, and dog-friendly spaces [05:01].

●     Homes: The downtown area primarily offers condos and high-rise apartments, ideal for those seeking low-maintenance living without exterior responsibilities [05:25]. The city also boasts an impressive skyline, with notable buildings like the Reynolds Building, which was modeled after the Empire State Building in the 1920s [05:48].

Cost of Living: A three-bedroom condo in downtown Winston-Salem typically costs between $600,000 and $700,000 [06:04]. Two-bedroom units, ranging from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet [06:14], can be found for about $400,000 to $500,000 [06:09]. For rentals, one-bedroom units start around $1,500, and two-bedroom units start around $2,200 [06:18].