$369,331Average Value$190Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Convenient location on the west side of Greensboro
Friendly Lakes offers a desirable suburban location in northwest Greensboro. The neighborhood provides residents with proximity to Greensboro’s many downtown amenities and conveniences while, at the same time, allowing them the option of staying close to home for everyday necessities. The neighborhood’s mix of housing options is zoned for public schools known for academic rigor. With New Garden Crossing in the neighborhood’s northeast corner, it’s not far to pick up dinner or groceries; sidewalks are not abundant, but residents can bike to the shopping center in 10 minutes. Drivers can reach the Greensboro Urban Loop and Piedmont Triad International Airport in five to ten minutes. Friendly Lakes is about 7 miles west of downtown Greensboro’s bars, restaurants and arts venues. And with Joseph M Bryan Boulevard serving as the neighborhood’s northern boundary, access to Interstate 840 is just a short drive away. With its combination of nearby amenities and accessibility to the rest of greater Greensboro, Friendly Lakes offers residents an array of lifestyles all in one convenient location.
Ranch-style homes back up to one of the small lakes in Friendly Lakes.
A street winds through the shaded neighborhood of Friendly Lakes.
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Three shopping centers close at hand
One element of life in Friendly Lakes that draws homebuyers is its proximity to shopping that covers virtually all the everyday necessities. The New Garden Crossing shopping center sits in the neighborhood’s northeastern corner. Here, shoppers can find Marshalls and Lowe’s Foods, as well HomeGoods and several chain restaurants. Just across New Garden Road is Jefferson Village Shopping Center, home to a range of retailers, restaurants and other services. Target, Michaels and Bath & Body Works are some of the well-known stores in Jefferson Village, which is also home to Fresh Market and family-owned Ichi Sushi, which boasts a sleek, modern interior. Completing the shopping trifecta, Garden Creek Center is located directly north of the neighborhood. There, shoppers will find a Harris Teeter and multiple chain restaurants, as well as an AFC Urgent Care for quick medical care.
Rio Grande is a favorite among the residents of Friendly Lakes.
Uptown Cheapskate near Friendly Lakes is the go-to place for buying or selling gently used clothing.
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Residences include single-level homes, townhouses, condos and apartments
While retail and entertainment options are nearby, homes in Friendly Lakes are insulated within a quiet, residential area punctuated by multiple small lakes that dot the area. Quiet streets are lined with grassy lawns and leafy trees. Though the neighborhood has few sidewalks, minimal car traffic makes for a safe walking environment, and residents can often be seen walking dogs past fenced-in backyards where kids play on jungle gyms and swing sets. Brick ranch-style homes with shutters are a common sight, along with some Colonial Revivals. Prices range from about $300,000 to $445,000. Townhouses and condos cost between $230,000 and $615,000, depending on factors such as square footage. About 45% of residences are apartments.
A ranch-style home is nestled under mature trees in Friendly Lakes.
A new traditional condo in Friendly Lakes includes a 2-car garage.
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Public school options include top-rated magnet high school
Guilford County Schools are rated B-plus by Niche. Students may attend Jefferson Elementary, rated B and Western Guilford Middle, rated C-plus. Western Guilford High, rated B, offers an AP Capstone Diploma; this requires completing AP Research, an AP Seminar and passing four Advanced Placement exams. Alternatively, The Early College at Guilford, rated A-plus, is ranked as Niche's No. 1 Best Magnet High School in North Carolina and as the best high school in the state by U.S. News and World Report. Here, qualified high schoolers can earn college credit from Guilford College, a nearby private liberal arts school. New Garden Friends School, rated A-minus, is a private option serving prekindergarten through twelfth grade.
Jefferson Elementary School in Northwest Greensboro, serves approximately 668 students.
Welcome to Guilford Middle School in Greensboro.
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Spotting wildlife in and around Price Park
Although Friendly Lake and the neighborhood ponds do not allow public access, residents can head to nearby Price Park for outdoor recreation. Price Park's primary feature is a walking path that loops through a dense patch of woods, where deer, birds and other wildlife roam. The Price Park Butterfly Garden is on the grounds of the Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch of the Greensboro Public Library; spring and summer are peak times for spotting butterflies and taking photos. Inside the library, patrons can access the internet on any of its 25 Microsoft Office-equipped computers, and younger children can attend storytimes to hear their favorite books come to life. When it comes to indoor recreation, residents can work out at ISI Elite Training while kids bounce off excess energy at Sky Zone Trampoline Park.
Locals from Friendly Lakes enjoy the dog park at Country Park.
Enjoy outdoor seating areas with friends at Price Park in Greensboro.
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Quick access to the airport, hospital and Greensboro Urban Loop
Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard borders the neighborhood and connects to the Greensboro Urban Loop, which encircles the city. Friendly Lakes is located just 5 miles from Piedmont Triad International Airport, meaning travelers can get there in 10 minutes by car. The neighborhood is about 3 miles from comprehensive medical care at Cone Health Emergency Department.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Friendly Lakes
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
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Friendly Lakes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Friendly Lakes, Greensboro sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Friendly Lakes, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $391,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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