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White Oak’s historical legacy opens a new chapter
When the Cone Mills White Oak Plant closed in 2017, it marked the end of an era. The facility was the last U.S. producer of selvedge denim – denim with a finished edge to prevent fraying. But the mill’s legacy goes far beyond the creation of high-quality textiles. The original portion of White Oak was built in the 1920s for the predominantly African American employees of the mill, located just west of the neighborhood and named after a prominent 200-year-old oak tree. In the 1950s, residents were allowed to buy back their homes, and the neighborhood continued to grow, its proximity to downtown attracting more than just textile workers. And White Oak’s story isn’t over yet. Just as the former textile mill has become a multi-use complex with restaurants and businesses, the neighborhood continues to reinvent itself, between unveiling community gardens in the Village at Northside Park subdivision and the 2019 opening of the Smith Active Adult Center.
The former textile mill has become a multi-use complex in White Oak.
Playing pickleball with friends near a White Oak.
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One-story bungalows and minimalist homes from the 1920s
White Oak’s earliest homes, 1920s bungalows with gable-front porches built for the employees of the old textile mill, are along Walnut and Fairview streets. On the southeast corner of White Oak, bungalows, ranch-style and National-style homes were built in three waves during the 1930s, ‘50s and ‘80s. “Investors have been buying these older homes in White Oak and updating them,” says Ed Purgason, Realtor with Re/Max, who has 27 years of experience selling homes across Greensboro. The neighborhood’s newest builds are 20th-century constructions in the Village at Northside subdivision just south of North Buffalo Creek. Here, buyers will find a mix of National-style and ranch-style builds, New Traditionals and bungalows. The Minimal Traditional homes on the northwest side of the neighborhood date back to the 1930s through the ‘50s. Overall, the neighborhood’s homes are on the smaller side, with a median square footage of around 1,150. Single-family homes typically go for between $120,000 and $300,000, but prices have been on the rise. “Homes here that used to go for $80,000 are now worth double that, so you can get a great return on investment,” says Jason Allen, local homeowner and Realtor with eXp. Houses are snagged off the market quickly, usually within two weeks. White Oak has an overall CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10 compared to the national average of 4. The neighborhood scores an 8 in burglary.
National-style home located in White Oak.
Traditional Home located in White Oak.
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A few miles from downtown Greensboro and commuting via I-840
Greensboro Transit Agency bus routes 6 and 15 run along Yanceyville Street. Both lead to destinations in downtown Greensboro. U.S. Route 29 bounds White Oak to the east. Via this highway, Interstate 840, which forms the northern half of the Greensboro Urban Loop beltway, is 3 miles north. Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is about 2 miles from most homes, and downtown Greensboro is 3 miles from most homes.
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital is about 2 miles from most homes in White Oak.
Taking the bus route, passing by a White Oak.
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Baseball batting cages and centrally located community gardens
Village at Northside Park features two playgrounds – one for toddlers and one for older children – plus a community garden. The park is located within the heart of the Village at Northside subdivision. The Smith Active Adult Center invites residents to be engaged and active by working out in the fitness room, swimming in the pool or playing a game of pickleball. A former Boston Red Sox player, Alan Ashkinazy, founded the Greensboro Batting Center, which provides a safe space for athletes to practice their swing. Located a mile northwest of White Oak, the facility offers six batting cages, a weight room and individual and team lessons. There’s also the Greensboro Sportsplex, which features indoor soccer fields, basketball courts, a hockey rink and pickleball courts. Less than a mile north, Joe Davis Park offers a baseball diamond, playground, basketball court and an open field for picnics and play.
Baseball field at Joe Davis Park.
The Greensboro Batting Center, provides a space for athletes to practice near White Oak.
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Shops along North O. Henry Boulevard
A Food Lion sits less than a mile east of the neighborhood at the Golden Gate Shopping Center, along with Rascal’s Tavern, a local restaurant known for their American fare and brunch specials. Across the street, La Bamba, a family-owned restaurant, serves up fajitas and enchiladas. Alternatively, shoppers can visit the Walmart Supercenter and Dollar Tree less than a mile up North O. Henry Boulevard. Additional restaurants such as Cugino Forno, a Neapolitan pizzeria, are located at Revolution Mill, the former textile mill. The mill now serves as a multi-use complex with offices, art galleries, apartments and more.
Person shopping at Dollar General beside in White Oak.
Some delicious beef and quesadilla tacos at La Bamba restaurant in White Oak.
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Trivia nights and more at Bull City Ciderworks
Bull City Ciderworks invites residents to get together for free Pilates classes, trivia and seasonal events like ugly sweater parties in the winter. With ample outdoor seating under strung-up lights, friends and family can enjoy craft ciders next to a cozy fire pit.
You can sit outside under decorative lights at Bull City Ciderworks in White Oak
Locals can enjoy a drink at Bull City Ciderworks in White Oak.
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Grade schools and post-secondary education at North Carolina A&T and UNCG
Irving Park Elementary and Mendenhall Middle both receive overall B ratings from Niche. Students at B-plus-rated Page High offer Advanced Placement diplomas. Page High also offers an International Baccalaureate Diploma program. To receive the diploma, upperclassmen must complete IB courses in six subjects, complete 150 hours of extracurricular community service and craft an Extended Essay, an original piece of scholarship. These three grade schools are within a 3-mile drive of most White Oak homes. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, a historically Black higher education institute, is about 2 miles south of the neighborhood. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is about 4 miles southwest of White Oak.
Irving Park Elementary is rated B by Niche.
N.C. A&T is about 2 miles south of the White Oak neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Joe Davis Park
Northside Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Rosewood Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
O Henry Oaks Park
Smith Community Park
Autumn Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
28 min drive
Bus
Textile & Fairview
Bus
Textile & Yanceyville
Bus
Yanceyville & 16th
Bus
Textile & Andover
Bus
Yanceyville & 12th
Bus
16th & Fairview (Ib)
Bus
Yanceyville & Revolution Mill (Ob)
White Oak Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in White Oak, Greensboro sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in White Oak, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $180,000, down 67% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
PLEASE CALL LISTING AGENT TO SCHEDULE APPT. This duplex in Greensboro is a great investment opportunity with long-term tenants eager to stay, providing steady rental income. Each unit includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen. Tenants currently own the appliances and A/C units. The property features gas heat. Side A Rents for $700/month. Hardwoods in living areas, linoleum in
Cute 3BR/2 BA home in quiet neighborhood. Home has been treated with love and care by the original owner. Fireplace in the living room has gas logs. Primary and second BRs have walk in closets. Deck off the back affords city views.
If you are looking for separate guest quarters, this is the one. Main home has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The separate front room has brand new carpet. Living room with brick gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Large Dining Room with Hardwood floors. Kitchen has new vinyl floor and new stove. Both bedrooms are good size and also have brand new carpet. The hall bathroom has a tub/shower combo
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,664
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,270
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
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®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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