Why Live in The Meadows
The Meadows at Richland Creek, commonly known as The Meadows, is a small, covenant-controlled community in Northern Greensboro. Located just south of the Urban Loop along Lake Jeanette Road, it offers residents convenient access to local amenities. The neighborhood features 134 homes on cul-de-sacs, fostering a close-knit environment. Homes, built in the late 1990s, range from 1,300 to 2,000 square feet and include three or four-bedroom Colonial Revival and ranch-style designs with attached two-car garages. The area is characterized by freshly mowed lawns, picket fences, and quarter-acre lots with flourishing trees and floral arrangements. The Meadows is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk environment. Children in the neighborhood attend James Y. Joyner Elementary School, Mendenhall Middle School, and the highly rated Page High School. Nearby, residents can enjoy the tree-lined shores of Lake Jeanette, Country Park's extensive outdoor features, and the Greensboro Science Center. For shopping, Food Lion is the closest grocery store, with additional options like Trader Joe's and Lowe’s Outlet at Brassfield Shopping Center. Dining options include Giacomo's Italian Market and Craft City Sip-In. The Glenn McNairy Branch Library is within walking distance, offering 3D printers and book clubs. Downtown Greensboro is a 6-mile drive, and Piedmont Triad International Airport is 9.5 miles away via Interstate 840.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Meadows a good place to live?
The Meadows is a good place to live. The Meadows is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. The Meadows is a suburban neighborhood. The Meadows has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 3.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $105,414 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.4% of residents. A majority of residents in The Meadows are home owners, with 47.4% of residents renting and 52.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Meadows can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Meadows neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Meadows?
The median home price in The Meadows is $408,995. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in The Meadows. The average household income in The Meadows is $105K.
What are the best public schools in The Meadows?
The best public schools that serve The Meadows are:
What are the best private schools in The Meadows?
The best private schools that serve The Meadows are:
- Greensboro Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Canterbury School has a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Home Trends in The Meadows, NC
On average, homes in The Meadows, Greensboro sell after 1 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Meadows, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $358,000.
Median Sale Price
$358,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$459,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$408,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
