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Florence

Florence

Suburban Neighborhood in High Point, North Carolina

Guilford County 27265

$271,445 Average Value
$179 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Central location with natural beauty

Located between High Point and Greensboro, suburban Florence’s peaceful planned communities offer the convenience of nearby shopping and Oak Hollow Lake’s natural beauty. With nearby major roads like Wendover Avenue and Eastchester Drive, Florence’s residents can easily drive the 7 miles to downtown High Point or 14 miles to Greensboro and can jump on Interstates 40 or 74 for longer trips. “If you can’t find what you need in High Point, it’s just a quick hop over to Greensboro or Winston-Salem,” says Kathryn Boehm, a real estate agent with the Windsor Real Estate Group who sells homes in the area.

Florence is a mere few minutes away from Oak Hollow Lake.
Florence is a mere few minutes away from Oak Hollow Lake.
High Point City Lake Park docks offer a great backdrop for nearby Florence selfies.
High Point City Lake Park docks offer a great backdrop for nearby Florence selfies.
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Townhouses and cul-de-sacs

Late 20th- and early 21st-century ranch-style and split-level homes sit on quarter-acre lots with paved driveways and manicured lawns, and Florence’s residents can be found walking their dogs along quiet, sidewalk-less streets that end in cul-de-sacs. A two-bedroom detached ranch-style home can cost $180,000, while a three-bedroom contemporary Craftsman in the Whitestone subdivision can cost $340,000 plus $145 in monthly homeowners association fees. Townhouses with small yards and spacious garages are also common. Prices vary by subdivision and include HOA fees; a two-bedroom in Hickswood Crossing can cost $182,000 plus $205 in monthly fees, while a three-bedroom in Whitestone can cost $320,000 plus $145 in monthly fees.

New townhomes are among the housing options available in Florence.
New townhomes are among the housing options available in Florence.
Two-story modern homes in Florence feature well-manicured lawns.
Two-story modern homes in Florence feature well-manicured lawns.
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Take flight at Andrews High

Local kids can start at Florence Elementary, which earns an A-minus from Niche, then attend the Welborn Academy of Science and Technology, which earns a C. The C-rated T. Wingate Andrews High offers an Aviation Academy, which prepares students for aerospace and engineering careers, and the Early College Academy of Health Sciences, which focuses on health careers. Kids might also attend the private Piedmont School from kindergarten through Grade 12; with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, students here receive individualized instruction, and the school’s John Yowell Academy serves students with attention-deficit disorder or language-based learning differences.

Florence Elementary serves not only the Florence neighborhood but also the greater area.
Florence Elementary serves not only the Florence neighborhood but also the greater area.
Andrews High School maintains a Victory garden for the surrounding community.
Andrews High School maintains a Victory garden for the surrounding community.
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Sail on Oak Hollow Lake

“The area is close to a ton of parks,” Boehm says. Residents can cool off by Oak Hollow Lake, a 1,500-acre park where locals can rent sailboats, go fishing or play on the playground. Just east of Florence, locals can play baseball and soccer at 200-acre Gibson Park, which has hiking trails and access to the Bicentennial Greenway, a 5-mile paved path.

Florence residents love kayaking at the beloved Oak Hollow Lake.
Florence residents love kayaking at the beloved Oak Hollow Lake.
Gibson Park serves as a trailhead for the Bicentennial Greenway.
Gibson Park serves as a trailhead for the Bicentennial Greenway.
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Jazz at Oak Hollow Festival Park

Jazz fans flock to Oak Hollow Festival Park for the annual John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival each fall, where Grammy-winning artists, like Keb’ Mo’ and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, perform over two days. The Uncle Sam Jam, a family-friendly July 4th celebration, brings around 10,000 people to Oak Hollow Festival Park to watch fireworks over the lake.

Enjoy a tranquil afternoon of fishing at Oak Hollow Festival Park.
Enjoy a tranquil afternoon of fishing at Oak Hollow Festival Park.
Oak Hollow Lake, located near Florence, is an excellent destination for spending the afternoon.
Oak Hollow Lake, located near Florence, is an excellent destination for spending the afternoon.
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Arepas and a movie

Residents can start their days at locally owned Core Coffee, which offers fresh lattes and smoothies, then enjoy Latin street food like arepas and fish tacos at Sofrito Latin Innovation Kitchen. At the nearby Palladium at Deep River, locals can shop at big-box retailers like Walmart and Big Lots or catch a movie at Palladium Cinemas.

Experience the delicious Arepas at Sofritos Latin Grill in Florence.
Experience the delicious Arepas at Sofritos Latin Grill in Florence.
Watch the next blockbuster at Palladium Cinemas, located in Florence.
Watch the next blockbuster at Palladium Cinemas, located in Florence.
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Between High Point and Greensboro

I-40 is 4 miles north, and I-74 is 2 miles south. The Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation’s bus stops on Eastchester Drive and heads to Greensboro and downtown High Point. Novant Health’s Kernersville Medical Center is 6 miles away, and the Piedmont Triad International Airport is an 11-mile trip.

The High Point Transit Authority serves the residents of Florence with its transit services.
The High Point Transit Authority serves the residents of Florence with its transit services.
Florence is located 15 minutes southwest of downtown Greensboro.
Florence is located 15 minutes southwest of downtown Greensboro.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Piedmont Triad International

18 min drive

Bus

HWY 68 & Sutton Way

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Florence US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$267,000
Median Single Family Price
$285,000
Median Townhouse Price
$425,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$179
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
822
Median Year Built
2001
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,497
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,982
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,280
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,306
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$53,068
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,273

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17%
% Population in Labor Force
67.8%

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®

25 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

51 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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