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A small suburban pocket of northeastern Greensboro with a royal theme
Kings Forest has a bit of a theme. Aside from its royal moniker, street names like Queen Beth Drive, King Arthur Place and Lord Jeff Drive scatter this small Greensboro community, prompting a royally suburban feel. Houses are modest in size; several stores are nearby, and residents here stick around for a long time. "I grew up in Kings Forest, and I loved it," says real estate broker Kevin Corpening of Realty One Group Results. Corpening has sold homes across the area for just over four years. "It's just one of those close-knit neighborhoods where everybody knows one another. You get a strong sense of community that's hard to get somewhere else."
Kings Forest residents enjoy a quiet suburban feel only minutes from downtown.
Kings Forest residents have nicely manicured lawns and care about their curb appeal.
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Locals mainly live in mid-century ranch-styles and split levels
Kings Forest was developed throughout the 1960s and '70s, so homes here have deep roots. Houses typically feature between 1,200 and 1,500 square feet with at least three bedrooms, often costing between $150,000 and $250,000. Buyers will find a few traditional colonials, but standard housing designs include ranch styles and split levels with attached carports or garages. Many residents maintain the landscaping of their quarter-acre yards, adorning them with shrubbery and gardens. "The yards tend to be a little bit bigger in terms of space," Corpening says. The community's royally named streets are characterized by cul-de-sacs, mature oaks and ample streetlights that promote lit evening walks.
Ranch homes are very common in Kings Forest.
Split level homes are still very common in Kings Forest.
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Venturing the Renaissance Shops or Pyramid Village
Kings Forest is home to the Renaissance Shops at Phillips Avenue. The small shopping plaza features a Dollar General, plus a food bank, a library, a pharmacy and a credit union. For bigger grocery trips, local shoppers head to Walmart Supercenter in Pyramid Shopping Center, 3 miles away. While there, locals can get a haircut at the barber, shop at Rainbow or grab a bite to eat at Super China Buffet. Hungry locals also enjoy the sandwiches at Monk's Cheesesteaks, including New York cheesesteaks, an Italian cheeseburger or a chili cheese dog. Locals also enjoy dinner at Red Crab Juicy Seafood. The restaurant features seafood favorites, like snow crab legs, shrimp and crawfish, with Cajun and lemon pepper sauce options.
The Renaissance Shops are conveniently located within Kings Forest.
Kings Forest has a Walmart right around the corner.
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Students attend Guilford County Schools
Kids growing up in the area attend Guilford County Schools, which scored a B-plus on Niche. Students kickstart their education at Bessemer Elementary School. Open for more than 100 years, it was initially made of wooden logs and had just 60 students. The school now serves 450 students and has a C on Niche. Students progress to Otis L. Hairston Senior Middle School, which also has a C on Niche. Students head to Dudley High School to earn their diplomas. The high school scored an overall C-plus on Niche and is home to over 1,400 students. Additionally, just north of Kings Forest is Guilford Preparatory Academy, a charter school dedicated to college preparation for kindergarten through eighth-grade students.
Bessemer Elementary School's drop-off area can be busy in the mornings.
James B Dudley High School serves over 1400 students in the Greensboro area.
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A day at Kings Forest Park
Kings Forest Park is the neighborhood's only park and the primary outdoor respite for most residents. The park is part of the Neighborwoods Community Tree Planting Program, an organized effort to increase the park's tree population. Tucked between Lord Foxley and Larchmont Drive, the park covers six acres with a playground and ample green space. A prominent park feature is its colorful, painted basketball court, where local athletes enjoy shooting hoops. "Growing up there, I actually spent a lot of my time on that basketball court," Corpening says. The few sidewalks in Kings Forest surround the park, and several points have small murals and hopscotch paintings. Locals enjoy indoor recreation at the Greensboro Sportsplex, a few miles west. The city-operated athletic complex is dedicated to community-wide sports and events, featuring several courts, fields and rinks that accommodate a wide range of sports.
Kings Forest even adds beautiful art to their basketball courts.
Homeowners in Kings Forest can enjoy lots of mature trees and beautiful parks.
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Navigating Greensboro
While many residents drive, Kings Forest is serviced by the Greensboro Transit Agency, and several bus stops line Phillips Avenue. Kings Forest is near busy highways, like the Greensboro Urban Loop, accessible about 3 miles east. If locals want to enjoy a day downtown, Greensboro's center is 4 miles away. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is about 4 miles away if locals need to reach an emergency room. And the Piedmont Triad International Airport is about 15 miles away.
Kings Forest is conveniently located near major roads allowing easy travel to major cities.
Kings Forest and the surrounding Greensboro area are serviced by a robust public bus system.
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Parks in this Area
Keeley Park
Joe Davis Park
Northside Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Rosewood Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Heath Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Northeast Community Trail
Kings Forest Park
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
28 min drive
Bus
Phillips & Elwell
Bus
Phillips & Blackwood
Bus
Phillips & Larchmont
Bus
Huffine Mill & Woodnell
Bus
Phillips & Old Hickory
Kings Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kings Forest, Greensboro sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kings Forest, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $491,000, up 51% 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
1,014
Median Age
47
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,458
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,943
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.4%
College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.1%
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®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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