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A friendly community in northwest Greensboro
Sitting in northwestern Greensboro is the sought-after suburb of Friendly Acres North, which Blue Door Group Real Estate's Jodi Tate says "has a diverse makeup of people from all walks of life." Tate, Head Broker of the firm, adds, "While some folks have lived there for over 25 years, plenty of families and young professionals like medical personnel are drawn to the neighborhood." Stately homes built in the 1990s comprise the area, and residents are close to city conveniences.
Friendly Acres North is located north of Bryan Blvd.
Residents of Friendly Acres North are never far from events in Downtown Greensboro.
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Bryan Boulevard gets commuters there
Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard, a major highway in the area, runs along the community's southern edge, making commutes simple. However, access to a vehicle is a must, as there aren't any bus stops in or near the neighborhood. "It's a quiet neighborhood, but you're close to everything," says Sydney Abbott-Torrence of Gold Mile Investments, a real estate consultant working in and around the area. "Shopping, restaurants, fantastic parks — you've got it all close by."
Children from Friendly Acres North interact with the Meerkats at the Greensboro Science Center.
Enjoy the many activities at Country Park near Friendly Acres North.
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Meticulously landscaped homes come in a variety of styles
Homes in Friendly Acres North are large, with eye-catching architecture specific to each home. Various architectural influences can be found in the area, including Georgian, Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, Cape Cod and more. "It's a bit of an older neighborhood, so there's a lot of differences in architecture," says Tate. Each home offers at least 3,500 square feet, with some million-dollar listings reaching the 6,000 point. Many houses boast opulent features like grand foyers, in-ground backyard pools, three-car garages and French door entryways. Several homes for sale in the area are fitted with Smart Home technology as well. While most properties are just under a half-acre, residents make full use of the space's potential, with landscaping a notable community trait. "Each home has very established landscaping and mature trees," says Tate. Trimmed bushes, tiered gardens and colorful azaleas are scattered between mature oak and maple trees. Home prices in the area range from $570,000 to $930,000. "The market is strong and competitive here," says Sheila Sanders, a Realtor with Re/Max Realty Consultants. "It's a very established neighborhood where the houses are not necessarily that cookie-cutter type."
Friendly Acres North homes exist within cul de sacs in the suburbs.
Friendly Acres North homes range from average size to enormous.
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Top-rated Guilford County schools
According to GreatSchools, students at Claxton Elementary School score above the state average on tests and are making substantial academic progress. The school has an overall Niche grade of A-minus. Next, kids attend Kernodle Middle School, which Niche ranked the second-best public middle school in Guilford County, giving it an A-minus grade. Western Guilford High School offers athletic programs like football and cheerleading. The school has an overall Niche grade of B.
The Claxton Elementary School in Greensboro, NC is currently under construction.
Kernodle Middle School has received an overall grade of A- from Niche.
Western Guilford High School is located in the Greensboro area.
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Pinetop Sports Club: a haven for local athletes
Many Friendly Acres North residents opt to join the Pinetop Sports Club, a membership-only recreational club. Amenities include tennis courts, sand volleyball courts and a large pool with rentable cabanas. Members can join a beach volleyball league or participate in an adult tennis clinic. Plenty of fun events like dueling piano concerts, tennis tournaments and holiday celebrations are on offer. There is a local alternative for those who want to play tennis but avoid the fees: the Spencer Love Tennis Center. The center features 13 outdoor clay courts that welcome athletes of all skill levels. Several city-wide tennis tournaments occur at the center, drawing tennis enthusiasts from around the area. The center is adjacent to Jaycee Park, home of Stoner-White Stadium, a baseball venue built for youth tournaments. Sitting next to the stadium are two soccer fields ideal for impromptu games with friends.
Friendly Acres North residents enjoy the umbrellas, cabanas and the pool at Pinetop Sports Club.
Spenser Love Tennis Center offers lessons for locals of Friendly Acres North.
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Shopping from every direction
Locals aren't hurting for places to shop and dine, with retail centers accessible from every direction. North of the community is Brassfield Shopping Center, where shoppers can grab groceries at Trader Joe's. Across the street is the Battleground Plaza, where there's a thrift store, hair salon, gym and several eateries. Also nearby is Westridge Square, just 2 miles east of Friendly Acres North. There, shoppers can pick up fresh produce at Sprouts Farmers Market or sit down for a meal at Village Tavern, where they can enjoy menu items like filet, glazed salmon or southern shrimp and grits.
The Village on the Tavern restaurant is a popular place for Friendly Acres North locals.
Barnes and Nobles is nearby for locals in Friendly Acres North at the Friendly Center Plaza.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Forest Valley Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Country Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Jaycee Park
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Bike Trails
Camping
Picnic Area
British Woods Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Carriage Hills Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
18 min drive
Friendly Acres North Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Friendly Acres North, Greensboro sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Friendly Acres North, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $2,225,000, up 1209% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
346
Median Age
53
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,916
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$162,555
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
61.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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