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Blossom in Jefferson Gardens
Jefferson Gardens is a woodsy world of its own. A flourishing forest encloses this small Western Greensboro suburb with a single entrance at the corner of Bennington Drive and Jefferson Road. The neighborhood has its own peaceful little pocket in Greensboro, and all the necessary amenities are within a few miles. Convenience is everything in Western Greensboro. While Jefferson Gardens is in a quiet corner, it’s only a matter of minutes before residents are by the buzz of busy shopping centers and roads. "It's great because you get peace and quiet, but you aren't far from civilization," says Claudia Valencia, a Realtor with Magnolia Tree Realty.
Jefferson Gardens is a welcoming community in the Greensboro suburbs.
Jefferson Gardens folks love the shops and restaurants at Quaker Village.
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Getting around
Jefferson Road borders the neighborhood’s east edge and leads commuters to Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard, a main road that’ll take commuters to major highways, making it easy to get to Greensboro employers. Piedmont Triad International Airport is only a short distance west of the neighborhood, just a 10-minute drive away. Public transportation is available just south of Jefferson Gardens, with several bus stops scattered along West Friendly Avenue.
Jefferson Gardens offers easy access to major highways allowing for easy travel.
Jefferson Gardens residents have access to GTA busses around the shopping centers.
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Midcentury homes
Most houses in Jefferson Gardens date back to the 1960s and 1970s, with midcentury modern designs. There are also classic ranch-style homes with traditional and mansard roofing and brick or stone foundations. The options continue with split levels and colonial revivals priced between $250,000 and $400,000. While no house is the same, one thing is consistent — woodsy yards. With Jefferson Gardens surrounded by a small but dense forest, trees trickle into most third-acre yards. Residents activate their green thumbs and decorate further with flowering shrubs, dogwoods and trimmed bushes.
Jefferson Gardens features many beautiful homes with well manicured lawns.
Ranch homes are common in Jefferson Gardens.
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Learning the ABCs
Students in Jefferson Gardens attend Guilford County Schools, one of the largest districts in the state. Young students generally start at Jefferson Elementary, an above-average school with an overall Niche grade of B. Students can join a few clubs and organizations, like Battle of the Books and the Student Council. Next, kids attend Guilford Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of B-minus. Teenagers attend Western Guilford High School, which has an overall Niche grade of B and is ranked the fourth-best standout high school in the Greensboro area. The school was the first to offer the AP Capstone Program in North Carolina, known as The Advanced Placement Academy. The Academy allows students to enroll in college-level courses, getting a jump start on their post-secondary education.
Jefferson Elementary School is a public school option for Jefferson Gardens in Greensboro, NC.
Western Guilford High School is a public school in Greensboro, NC preparing future leaders.
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Book reading and bird watching
Locals enjoy the natural outdoors at Carriage Hills Park. The pocket park is over a mile east and has a playground for kids. While the kids have fun, there are a few picnic tables and benches to relax and some open green space next to the playground. There’s also a great nearby spot to get acquainted with the area’s wildlife. Price Park is outside Jefferson Gardens and is known for its Meadowlark preservation efforts and butterfly garden. You can see the Eastern Meadowlark bird among various other birds and butterflies. The park also features a circular nature trail leading to a library. "The Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Library isn't your average library," says Valencia. "It's just beautiful outside, such a lovely place to sit and enjoy the nice weather." A part of Price Park’s 98 acres and away from most roads, the library affords a peaceful retreat. If the weather permits, ample outdoor seating allows visitors to relax outside and enjoy a good read. The library has several computers and Wi-Fi for locals who need to work in a quiet spot outside their homes.
Kathleen Clay Edwards Library is a popular place for folks from Jefferson Gardens.
Jefferson Gardens photographers love the wildlife at Price Park.
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Explore Quaker Village
Shopping options abound in every direction. A short drive south is Quaker Village — a bustling shopping mall with a Walmart Neighborhood Market. Head north, and there are two shopping centers: Jefferson Village Shopping Center and New Garden Crossing. Each features well-known grocery and retail stores like Target, Marshalls and The Fresh Market. Hungry locals enjoy breakfast at New Garden Bagel Co., dinner at Lemon Indian Cuisine or dessert at Cold Stone Creamery.
Jefferson Gardens folks have plenty of shopping options at Quaker Village.
Jefferson Gardens has no lack of restaurants, many with outdoor seating.
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Parks in this Area
Price Park
Hamilton Lakes Park
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Carriage Hills Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Luper Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
16 min drive
Jefferson Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Jefferson Gardens, Greensboro sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Jefferson Gardens, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $300,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$365,000
Median Sale Price
$300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
17%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$171
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
165
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,824
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
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
634
Median Age
28
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,281
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,635
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
52.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
% Population in Labor Force
53%
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®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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