Why Live in Carriage Hills
Carriage Hills in Greensboro is a woodsy suburb characterized by sloping streets and tree-lined avenues. Homes here are set on large lots, typically at least a quarter acre, with finely manicured lawns and landscaped floral beds. The neighborhood features a mix of stately Colonial or Georgian Revival homes, brick ranch-style houses, and some contemporary or New Traditional constructions, mostly built between the 1970s and ‘80s. Carriage Hills Park, a small forested area with playgrounds and a chess table, is within walking distance for many residents. Price Park, with its walking trails, meadowlark sanctuary, and butterfly garden, offers a more extensive outdoor experience and houses the Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch of the Greensboro Public Library, which provides educational materials and events focused on nature. Retail centers along New Garden Road, about a mile away, include Jefferson Village Shopping Center and New Garden Crossing, featuring stores like Lowes Foods, Target, and the Fresh Market. Local dining options include New Garden Bagels Co. and Carolina’s Diner. The neighborhood is conveniently located near major roads, with Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard providing access to Interstates 73 and 840, and Piedmont Triad International Airport is approximately 6.5 miles west. Downtown Greensboro is 6 miles east, making for a 15-minute commute. Carriage Hills is zoned to Guilford County Schools, with Jefferson Elementary being highly rated. The area is also close to Guilford College, a private liberal arts institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carriage Hills a good place to live?
Carriage Hills is a good place to live. Carriage Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Carriage Hills is a suburban neighborhood. Carriage Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 52. The average household income is $186,438 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 70.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Carriage Hills are home owners, with 5.9% of residents renting and 94.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Carriage Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Carriage Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Carriage Hills?
The median home price in Carriage Hills is $246,445. If you put a 20% down payment of $49,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $55K a year to afford the median home price in Carriage Hills. The average household income in Carriage Hills is $186K.
What are the best public schools in Carriage Hills?
The best public schools that serve Carriage Hills are:
What are the best private schools in Carriage Hills?
The best private schools that serve Carriage Hills are:
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Are home prices dropping in Carriage Hills?
Yes, home prices in Carriage Hills are down 34% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Carriage Hills, NC
On average, homes in Carriage Hills, Greensboro sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Carriage Hills, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $368,450, down 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$368,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$172,945
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$520,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$368,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$294
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$246,445
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-43%
