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From Quaker settlement to blossoming Greensboro suburb
Named after the only Quaker-founded college in the southeastern United States, Guilford College is a large westside suburb of Greensboro with roots that run deep. “There was a Quaker community there during the American Revolutionary War,” says Robert Canner, owner of Robert B. Canner Real Estate and 38-year-resident of the Gate City. “A lot of the wounded were tended there by the Quakers. Many local alternative practitioners say there’s a healing vortex in the area.” But one thing’s for sure: new infrastructure is promising to unlock the neighborhood’s full potential. “It’s really blossomed with the emergence of New Garden Road and new housing development,” says Todd Turner, Realtor with All About You Realty who has been selling properties for 3 years. “You have everything here from townhouses to high-end listings and everything in between.”
To the west of Guilford College lies the Piedmont Triad Airport complex.
New townhomes in Guilford College are ready for their new owners.
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Quaker Acres, Westwind Area and other subdivisions comprise Guilford College
Guilford College consists of a few smaller subdivisions such as Quaker Acres and Westwind Area, each with its own distinctive flavor. “Quaker Acres is a good, walkable subdivision,” says John Nosek, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway and lifelong Greensboro resident. “Big, mature trees dot the landscape, but the community has above-ground power lines, so you do have the potential of storm winds knocking them down.” Westwind Area sits on the other side of West Friendly Avenue. “It’s a really nice neighborhood. It’s not one people ask for by name, but people gravitate to it based on pricing,” Nosek says. Across all subdivisions, home types are similar, with ranch-style, raised ranch-style and Colonial Revival builds being the most common. Occasionally, buyers will come across Cape Cods, split-levels and Tudor Revivals. The median parcel size stands at just under a half an acre.
Most single-family homes fall between $200,000 and $400,000, though dwellings with at least 2,500 square feet can get up to around $550,000. Several townhouse communities are spread across the neighborhood such as Brownstone and Carriage Crossing. The average townhouse spans about 1,600 square feet. Prices usually range from $175,000 to $300,000, though larger builds can get up to about $400,000. Condo units go for between $140,000 and $250,000.
Colonial-style homes sit on spacious lots in Guilford College.
A Colonial-style home in Guilford College is nestled under mature trees.
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Getting an early start at Guilford College
Guilford Elementary and Western Guilford Middle both receive overall C-pluses from Niche, while Western Guilford High earns a B. The high school’s Signature Academy of Transportation, Distribution and Logistics teaches students the ins and outs of supply chain management and how to operate drones. The program adopts a highly hands-on approach to education, with a Skill Boss Logistics trainer and a forklift simulator. Students can graduate with industry credentials and land internships with partnering businesses. The neighborhood’s namesake institution, Guilford College, was founded in 1837 as a boarding school, becoming a post-secondary, liberal arts institution in the 1880s. The school offers over 30 majors such as business administration, cyber and network security and Latin American studies, as well as a few graduate programs such as criminal justice. The institution is also home to The Early College at Guilford, which Niche awards an A-plus and ranks as North Carolina’s best magnet high school and the state’s third best public high school. For their upperclassmen years, students take classes at Guilford College and can earn up to two years’ college credit on top of a high school diploma.
Guilford Elementary School is a public school located in Greensboro, NC.
Western Guilford High School is located in the Greensboro area.
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East of Interstate 840 and Piedmont Triad International Airport
Interstate 840 bounds the neighborhood to the west, running south to Interstate 73. Along with Interstate 85, these three highways form the Greensboro Urban Loop, a 40-mile beltway which orbits the city. Piedmont Triad International Airport is on the other side of I-840, within a 6-mile drive of most homes. “There is some noise, but homes aren’t in the flight path of planes,” Nosek says. “You’ll hear some noise if you’re outside, but the planes won’t be flying directly overheard. Also, planes generally stop coming in after 9 p.m., so it’s quieter during nighttime.” Greensboro Transit Agency bus routes 7 and 9 make stops within the neighborhood, following West Friendly Avenue and West Market Street, respectively. Both lines pass through Downtown Greensboro and terminate at the J. Douglas Gaylon Depot, commonly known as the Greensboro station.
RideGTA connects Guilford College to the surrounding community.
Guilford College is conveniently located about 15 minutes from downtown Greensboro.
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Walking down Bicentennial Greenway, playing sports at Leonard Recreation Center
The grounds of Guilford College are popular for afternoon strolls, and trails abound on the campus’ forested east side. A notable feature hidden among the trails is the Underground Railroad Tree, a tulip tree old enough to have been standing when Quakers assisted freedom seekers make their way to the North. Price Park invites hikers to explore additional trails, along with a bird and butterfly meadow. Residents might even expect a nature encounter if they scout out the owl boxes. Greensboro’s Bicentennial Greenway runs parallel to the King George Branch creek. Fifteen miles in total, this trail is broken up into a few gravel and asphalt sections on the west side of Greensboro and in High Point. Parking is available just north of Quaker Acres at the Leonard Recreation Center, which offers a gym and playground, along with regular activities such as a youth basketball league, sewing group and badminton club. Skaters hit the rink at Skateland USA, located just east of Interstate 840. The facility also offers birthday party packages, which include skate rentals, pizzas and drinks.
Odie from Guilford College enjoys his afternoon walks on the greenway trails.
The playground at the Leonard Center is a favorite among kids from Guilford College.
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Restaurants and retailers along New Garden Road
A cluster of shops and businesses sit by the intersection of West Friendly Avenue and New Garden Road. Harris Teeter and Walmart Neighborhood Market provide residents with groceries, and CVS serves as the local pharmacy. HomeSlice Pizza & Subs serves up pies of all kinds, but they’re particularly known for their buffalo-style pizza. Carolina’s Diner specializes in Southern comfort food and American favorites such as smash burgers and milkshakes. Additional dining options sit off West Market Street by the neighborhood’s south end, such as Captain Bill’s Seafood and Steak Restaurant and Sarah’s Kabob Shop. There’s also New Garden Crossing, a shopping plaza about a mile and a half north of the neighborhood. Retailers include Michaels and Office Depot, and restaurants include Lemon India Cuisine and East Coast Wings + Grill.
The Carolina Diner offers daily lunch specials to the residents of Guilford College.
Harris Teeter in Guilford College offers a variety of fresh produce.
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Music at Guilford College, Art in the Arboretum
Serendipity is a week-long festival that takes place on the grounds of Guilford College each spring. Musical performances and art shows are staples of the event. The Greensboro Beautiful Initiative hosts events at the Greensboro Arboretum such as Art in the Arboretum, where attendees can learn about beekeeping, purchase wares from local artisans and listen to live music, from folk to jazz.
Founded in 1837, Guilford College is one of the oldest schools in North Carolina.
A group from Guilford College is identifying fauna at the Kathleen Clay Public Library.
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Parks in this Area
Price Park
Brown Bark Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hamilton Lakes Park
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Big Tree Way Park
Playground
Carriage Hills Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Luper Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
10 min drive
Bus
W Friendly & Greensboro Professional Center
Bus
W Market & Friendway
Bus
W Friendly & Forbis Funeral
Bus
W Friendly & George White
Bus
W Friendly & Hunt Club
Bus
W Friendly & Friends Home W
Bus
W Friendly & Dolley Madison
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Guilford College
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Guilford College Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Guilford College, Greensboro sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Guilford College, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $379,682, up 145% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,334
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,781
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,881
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.8%
College Graduates
39.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%
Below 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®
33/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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