Why Live in Highland Park
Highland Park in Greensboro, North Carolina, features a mix of single-story Minimal Traditional homes, Tudor Revival cottages, and midcentury ranch-style houses. The neighborhood is semi-historic, with many homes dating from the 1900s to the 1960s, and some requiring permits for exterior work. Streets are named after prestigious colleges like Harvard and Princeton, adding a touch of academic charm. The area is walkable and has no HOA, attracting both families and single homeowners. Proximity to major roads like Wendover Avenue offers convenience to shopping centers such as Four Seasons Town Centre and Friendly Center, which includes stores like Belk and REI. Local attractions include Highland Park, Pomona Park, and the Greensboro Arboretum, which features walking trails and themed plant collections. The Starmount Forest Country Club provides golf, tennis, swimming, and fitness facilities. Grimsley High School, a highly rated institution, serves the area, and both the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Guilford College are nearby. The neighborhood is served by Greensboro Transit Agency bus route 1 and is within 9 miles of Piedmont Triad International Airport. Annual events like the North Carolina Folk Festival and the Greensboro Wine and Chocolate Festival add to the local culture. Highland Park has a crime score close to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highland Park a good place to live?
Highland Park is a good place to live. Highland Park is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Highland Park is a suburban neighborhood. Highland Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $69,623 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Highland Park are renters, with 66.5% of residents renting and 33.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highland Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highland Park neighborhood guide.
Is Highland Park, NC a safe neighborhood?
Highland Park, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Highland Park?
The median home price in Highland Park is $475,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $106K a year to afford the median home price in Highland Park. The average household income in Highland Park is $70K.
What are the best public schools in Highland Park?
The best public schools that serve Highland Park are:
What are the best private schools in Highland Park?
The best private schools that serve Highland Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Highland Park?
Yes, home prices in Highland Park are down 67% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Highland Park, NC
On average, homes in Highland Park, Greensboro sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Park, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $449,900, down 71% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$449,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$385,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$475,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-71%
