$258,328Average Value$207Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Secluded, forested Greensboro suburb receiving new attention
Accessible only from Sharpe Road, Englewood Forest is a secluded and stand-alone enclave on Greensboro’s southeast side. Though the neighborhood has traditionally fallen under the radar, the care and attention displayed by homeowners is starting to attract a new wave of buyers. “That section of Greensboro is looking better than ever before,” says Alexander Carvajal, owner of Carvajal Realty, who has been selling homes for 18 years. “People have been taking better care of their properties and keeping their houses clean since home values have gone up.” A big part of the neighborhood’s appeal is its comfortable distance from retail, industry and the city center. “My clients wanted to live in that neighborhood because it’s not out of town, but it’s away from the action of downtown,” says F. Dorrell Jackson, Realtor with Keller Williams. Jackson, who has 7 years of real estate experience, also notes that the neighborhood is popular with alumni from North Carolina A&T State University, located just 5 miles north.
Englewood Forest is a neighborhood with many great amenities.
Just outside of Englewood Forest, locals can try out many arcades and games.
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Ranch-style homes blend into a mature forest
Englewood Forest is a suburban community true to its name, with mid-20th-century housing seamlessly blending into the thick of a rich, green forest. Most homes follow ranch-style designs, with occasional split-levels and Colonial Revivals. Houses usually date back to the 1960s through the ‘70s—the median square footage hovers around 1,600, a bit below the national average of 1,900. A few homes off Beaverbrook and Yorkshire drives allow residents to enjoy views of a small pond from their backyards. Almost all detached homes go between $200,000 and $300,000.
A few colonial revival houses can be found in more rural parts of Englewood Forest.
Homes from the 1960s and 70s can be found along roadways in Englewood Forest.
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Shops along Old U.S. 421 and downtown eateries
Martin Luther King Jr Drive, which transitions into Old U.S. 421, houses Food Lion, Walmart Neighborhood Market and a few fast-food options such as McDonald’s and Biscuitville. The area also has an Ocean Blue Seafood Restaurant, known for its fried popcorn shrimp and fish fillet dishes. More eateries in Downtown Greensboro, such as Dame’s Chicken & Waffles, serve Southern-style cuisine like shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles. At the Boxcar Bar and Arcade, patrons enjoy craft beers, pizza and vintage and modern arcade games from air hockey to Skee-Ball. The venue regularly hosts events such as music bingo nights and live concerts.
The Boxcar Bar and Arcade is a great hangout spot for residents near Englewood Forest.
Englewood Forest locals can head to the Neighborhood Walmart to get some shopping done.
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A distinguished NJROTC, naval science and post-secondary education
George C. Simkins Jr. Elementary is within a 2-mile drive of many homes. The school receives an overall C-plus rating from Niche, Southeast Guilford Middle gets a B and Southeast Guilford High earns a B-plus. Southeast Guilford High offers a Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps program emphasizing service, citizenship and leadership. Students can study naval science and related courses and participate in military drills. The school’s NJROTC cadets were named a distinguished unit from 2010 through 2022 and named the third-best in the nation in 2020. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, a historically Black university, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro are both 5 miles northwest.
Simkins Elementary is a premier school near the Englewood Forest area.
Students living in Englewood Forest can attend Southeast Middle School.
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Adventures at Barber Park and a prominent golf course
Barber Park is just across I-40, inviting kids to cool off in the “sprayground” splash pad or explore the playground. The park is also popular for its disc golf course, seasonal outdoor concerts and event center, which can be rented for private events. Gillespie Golf Course offers 18 holes and is only a 3-mile drive west; however, the grounds will be closed indefinitely for repairs following Hurricane Debby, which touched down in summer 2024. Alternatively, golfers can visit Forest Oaks Country Club 7 miles south. The facility’s golf course hosted the PGA Tour Wyndham Championship from 1977 through 2007. The club also offers racket courts, a fitness center and a barber shop.
The Forest Oaks Country Club is a favorite golfing destination for Englewood Forest locals.
Englewood Forest is surrounded by parks and walking trails around the neighborhood.
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The Greensboro Summer Solstice Festival
The Greensboro Summer Solstice Festival is a city highlight. It typically takes place in June at the Greensboro Arboretum and Lindley Park. The event features local vendors, food, live performances and an hour-long drum circle.
Many expressive murals can be found all around Englewood Forest.
Englewood Forest climbers can head to The Ultimate Climbing Gym for a day on the walls.
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Close to Interstate 40 and Greensboro’s beltway
Interstate 40 bounds the neighborhood to the north. Entrance and exit ramps are within a 2-mile drive of all homes. Commuters can take this highway east to Interstate 840. Ramps to Interstate 85 are 3 miles south. Along with I-840, I-85 forms a 40-mile loop around Greensboro. Guilford Health Care Center, a physical rehabilitation facility, is a few miles west. For medical emergencies or routine appointments, the Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is 7 miles northwest.
Downtown Greensboro can be accessed via the Martin Luther King Jr Drive near Englewood Forest.
The Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is the largest medical center near Englewood Forest.
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Parks in this Area
Barber Park
Trails
Playground
Greenfield Park
Trails
Playground
Gateway Gardens
Rotherwood Park
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
29 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Englewood Forest
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Englewood Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Englewood Forest, Greensboro sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Englewood Forest, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $232,990, up 99% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$248,990
Median Sale Price
$232,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$232,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
99%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$207
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
128
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,570
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,780
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
306
Median Age
38
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,800
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,728
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
45%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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