Why Live in Lynwood
Lynwood in Greensboro, NC, provides a rural living experience with the convenience of downtown Greensboro just 20 minutes away. The Lynwood Lakes subdivision, featuring homes built around a central lake, is known for its peaceful, wooded streets and community events like ice cream socials and barbecues. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average. Homes here, primarily traditional brick ranches from the late 1960s and 1970s, sit on acre-sized lots, with some newer homes on smaller lots. Many properties have been renovated, offering a mix of modernized and original features. Residents enjoy lake activities such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming, with access requiring membership in the voluntary homeowners association. Nearby, Forest Oaks Country Club offers a golf course, aquatics center, and tennis courts, while Hagan-Stone Park provides hiking trails and fishing ponds. For shopping, Alamance Crossing is a 10-minute drive away, and Friendly Center is about 10 miles from the neighborhood. Students attend highly rated schools, including Alamance Elementary School and Southeast Guilford High School. While public transportation is limited, Interstate 85 and Route 421 provide easy access to downtown Greensboro and the broader region. Piedmont Triad International Airport is within 25 miles, enhancing connectivity for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lynwood a good place to live?
Lynwood is a good place to live. Lynwood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Lynwood is a suburban neighborhood. Lynwood has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.7 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $108,997 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 27.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Lynwood are home owners, with 18.9% of residents renting and 81.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lynwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lynwood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lynwood?
The median home price in Lynwood is $510,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $102,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $113K a year to afford the median home price in Lynwood. The average household income in Lynwood is $109K.
What are the best public schools in Lynwood?
The best public schools that serve Lynwood are:
What are the best private schools in Lynwood?
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Home Trends in Lynwood, NC
On average, homes in Lynwood, Greensboro sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lynwood, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $530,000, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$530,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$530,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$510,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
