Single-family homes and townhouses are cultivated in The Orchard. This suburban neighborhood sits on the north side of Greensboro just beyond Interstate 840, which loops around town and runs directly to Piedmont Triad International Airport. And, being near the edge of the city, residents have easy access to an abundance of recreational activities, from sprawling golf courses to a marina. “Lake Jeanette is a major selling point for this area, but the best part of living in the Triad is getting to experience all four seasons,” says Tamara Chapman, Realtor with Keller Williams who has been selling homes for nine years. “During the fall, the wooded areas of Greensboro look like something out of a fairytale.”
A mixture of homes and HOA subdivisions
The Orchard can be divided into a few smaller subdivisions, most of which are regulated by their own respective homeowners associations such as Arcaro Drive. Brick national-style and ranch-style homes line Shady Pines Drive, while Cape Cods sit by Arcaro Drive. The rest of the neighborhood consists primarily of Colonial Revivals and more ranchers, with occasional split-levels. Most of the neighborhood’s homes were constructed between the 1970s and 2020s. The average square footage for a single-family home hovers around 1,600, which is a bit below the national average of 1,900. Save for the smaller builds, most homes have attached garages large enough for one or two cars. Back yards tend to be woodsy, and most front lawns have a few mature trees for some shade. Nearly all detached homes sell between $200,000 and $325,000, though builds with over 2,000 square feet of space can get up to about $525,000. Townhouses sit on the southern end of the neighborhood, along streets such as Ridingate Court and Henson Park Drive. The average square footage for a townhouse is about 2,400. Prices typically go from $375,000 to $450,000.
Residents can stay active at the Lake Jeanette Swim & Tennis Club.
Split-level homes and well-manicured lawns.
Autumn leaves sprinkle the lawn of a single-story home at The Orchard.
Two-story Craftsmen homes are among newer builds in the neighborhood.
Many homes sit in cul-de-sacs.
Homes with detached garages.
Charming traditional architecture tucked away in The Orchard.
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High school students help their younger peers
Ronald E. McNair Elementary is within a 3-mile drive of most homes. The school receives a C-plus from Niche. Northern Guilford Middle gets an A-minus, and Northern Guilford High scores a A-minus. The public high school is one of the newest in the county, constructed in 2008. More than 20 student organizations are active within the school, such as mountain biking club and Reading Buddies, where students visit elementary schools like McNair Elementary and read to students.
Golf, boating and roller skating
Located roughly 4 miles to the northeast, Bryan Park features two 18-hole championship golf courses, a driving range and a golf learning center with several hitting bays. This 1,500-acre park is also home to a soccer complex and hiking trails. At the Lake Townsend Marina, residents can dock their vessels or launch into the lake from the boat ramp. During the warmer months of the year, rental kayaks are available for use. The marina is also the home of the public Lake Townsend Yacht Club. Members do not need to be boat owners, and the club also offers sailing lessons. Skateland USA North offers a rolling skating rink and birthday party packages with pizza and cake.
Shops and restaurants along Pisgah Church Road
Shops line Pisgah Church Road a mile south. For groceries, there are Food Lion and Harris Teeter, and for general retail, locals might visit Dollar Tree or Family Dollar. The thoroughfare is also lined with several local and national restaurants. Elm St. Grill’s dishes are a fusion of American and international cuisine, from chicken tikka masala and jambalaya to shrimp and grits and filet mignon. The manager routinely walks the floor and chats with diners. The Cherry Pit Cafe and Pie Shop bakes both sweet and savory pies on top of serving up American diner fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Garden Valley Farmers Market sits right next to Interstate 840, offering a variety of produce from squash to sweet potatoes as well as handmade pottery, local honey, Christmas trees and more.
The Village at North Elm offers a range of dining and retail options.
Locals can stock up on groceries at Harris Teeter.
Santa Fe Mexican Grill offers delicious Tex-Mex cuisine.
A chimichanga plate at the Santa Fe Mexican Grill.
Charming streetscape with eclectic buildings at the Village.
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Just north of Interstate 840
The Orchard sits just north of Interstate 840, which forms the northern half of the Greensboro Urban Loop, a 40-mile beltway which encircles the city. Via this interstate, Piedmont Triad International Airport is 11 miles west. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is a 4-mile drive down North Church Street. Downtown Greensboro is an additional 1.5 miles south.
Year-round excitement in downtown Greensboro
Downtown Greensboro offers a slate of events throughout the year. Holiday festivals each December include the Jingle Jog 5K run and the Greensboro Holiday Parade, all kicked off by the Festival of Lights when the city’s downtown Christmas tree is lit. The Greensboro Grasshoppers, a Minor League Baseball team, play at First National Bank Field, which can seat 7,499 fans.
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Parks in this Area
Carolina Laurel Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Joe Davis Park
O Henry Oaks Park
Brightwood Park
Murchie Park
Sheridan Park
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
22 min drive
The Orchard Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Orchard, Greensboro sell after 244 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Orchard, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $250,000, down 36% 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
1,162
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,764
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,251
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
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®
16/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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