Why Live in The Thicket
The Thicket neighborhood in Greensboro features a mix of new and established homes, including detached houses, townhouses, and condos. Detached homes often showcase Colonial Revival and ranch-style designs with quarter-acre lots and fenced-in backyards. The area is known for its verdant, quiet atmosphere, thanks to a green ribbon of trees along South Buffalo Creek. Despite its peaceful setting, The Thicket is conveniently located near major shopping centers and dining options along West Wendover Avenue, including stores like Kohl’s, Target, and Costco, as well as local favorites like Jake’s Diner and Sarah’s Kabob Shop. The neighborhood is also close to cultural attractions such as the Tanger Center and the Eastern Music Festival at Guilford College. For outdoor activities, residents can visit the Greensboro Arboretum or Celebration Station. The Thicket is served by highly rated schools, including the Early College at Guilford, which is ranked as one of the best public high schools in the nation. Transportation is convenient with nearby access to Interstates 40, 840, and 73, and the Piedmont Triad International Airport is just 10 miles away. Public transit options include bus routes to Downtown Greensboro, located 6 miles east.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Thicket a good place to live?
The Thicket is a good place to live. The Thicket is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. The Thicket is a suburban neighborhood. The Thicket has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.8 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $65,797 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 40.7% of residents. A majority of residents in The Thicket are renters, with 65.6% of residents renting and 34.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Thicket can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Thicket neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Thicket?
The median home price in The Thicket is $160,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $32,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $35K a year to afford the median home price in The Thicket. The average household income in The Thicket is $66K.
What are the best public schools in The Thicket?
The best public schools that serve The Thicket are:
What are the best private schools in The Thicket?
The best private schools that serve The Thicket are:
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Are home prices dropping in The Thicket?
Yes, home prices in The Thicket are down 10% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in The Thicket, NC
On average, homes in The Thicket, Greensboro sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in The Thicket, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $157,500, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$157,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$305,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$176,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$141,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$147
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median List Price
$160,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%