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Macy Grove

Macy Grove

Suburban Neighborhood in Kernersville, North Carolina

Forsyth County 27284

$298,732 Average Value
$182 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

A gateway between downtown living and sprawling farmland

Just east of the rustic Kernersville township is a late 20th-century suburb with a few pockets of homes. The neighborhood is highly industrial, with commercial warehouses occupying the area's southern end. Homes, however, sit in cozy cul-de-sacs along rolling hills with tall trees. Filling the suburbs is a diverse housing set from the late 1980s and early 90s. The yards are more generous than in surrounding neighborhoods to the west, as Macy Grove is a gateway between downtown living and sprawling farmland. "Kernersville is where people relocate to get out of the city but still have quick access to wherever they need to go. It's the new Jamestown," says Greg Hampton, a resident of the neighborhood for 21 years who also runs his business, Alpha Fasteners, from Macy Grove. Just outside downtown Kernersville and within ten miles of Winston-Salem, Macy Grove meets convenience with quiet countryside living.

Quiet, residential streets offering acres of yard space

Macy Grove homes are predominantly ranches with small front porches and forested backyards. Many multi-level Cape Cods and farmhouse-inspired modern builds have three to four bedrooms and attached garages ranging between $175,000 and $400,000. Sitting on manicured lawns, it's not uncommon to see privacy fences bordering pools and playgrounds behind homes. A large townhouse development is at the neighborhood's northern end, with units that can be purchased for around $200,000. While most homes offer a suburban feel, some houses are found outside the more planned neighborhoods and feature a few acres. These can exceed the $600,000 price point. Sidewalks are rare in Macy Grove. However, given the neighborhood has very few through-streets, the quiet roads are frequently utilized by dog walkers, joggers, and residents enjoying an evening walk.

Surrounded by outdoor escapes filled with activities

Kernersville Mountain Bike Park begins in Macy Grove, leading bikers through the dense woods that back up to a few houses. For another athletic outlet, people visit Triad Park's sand volleyball courts, baseball diamond, soccer field and playground. The park is also home to Patriot Disc Golf Course, where the woodsy, rolling hills make for a challenging game. Just off Berry Garden Road is the Kernersville Golf Center. The driving range provides artificial and natural turf for working on one's swing, and Civitan Park is perfect for those working on their pickleball or tennis game.

Nearly 50 clubs for local high school students

Winston Salem/Forsyth County School District serves the neighborhood and is the highest-rated district in the surrounding Greensboro area. Students usually begin at Kernersville Elementary School, rated a B-minus by Niche. The school has various summer activities, including physical education, arts and music. Kernersville Middle School and East Forsyth High School are where most continue learning, both receiving a rating of B. The high school features nearly 50 clubs for students to enroll in, including drama and anime clubs

Close to downtown but busy with traffic

Salem Parkway runs along the neighborhood's southern end, and nearby ramps allow straightforward commuting to Kernersville, Winston-Salem or Greensboro. "It sometimes takes longer than it should to get around because of congestion in and around Kernersville," says Greg Hampton. "A lot of apartment buildings are popping up, adding traffic to the area." Residents rely heavily on their cars to travel to work and run errands, given there is no public transportation in town.

Local musicians perform at the watering hole

Shopping plazas with Walmart, Target and fast-food chains surround downtown Kernersville, but for nearby drinks and entertainment, families and friends head to Gypsy Road Brewing Company. The locally-owned brewery newly opened its doors in 2018 and has since been awarded for its craft ales and lagers. The beer garden and event venue provides ample seating and space for celebrations and events, regularly hosting local musicians to showcase their music live. Greg Hampton mentioned that his friend's band had been one of the bands to perform at the brewery. Those looking to skip cooking for a night can rely on Prissy Polly's Barbecue to supply the comfort of a home-cooked meal. Inside the restaurant are several picnic tables dressed in red and white checkered tablecloths. Everything from fried chicken and classic barbecue to mashed potatoes and loaded potato salad is on the menu.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Sharon Byrd

    Sharon Byrd

    Diversity One Realty

    (743) 219-3449

    114 Total Sales

    1 in Macy Grove

    $570,530 Price

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  • Kristin Dayvault

    Kristin Dayvault

    Worth Clark Realty

    (336) 860-7761

    60 Total Sales

    1 in Macy Grove

    $210,000 Price

    Kristin Dayvault
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  • Jamie Harrelson

    Jamie Harrelson

    Berkshire Hathaway Home services

    (336) 594-2850

    270 Total Sales

    1 in Macy Grove

    $160,100 Price

    Jamie Harrelson
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  • Jodi Tate

    Jodi Tate

    Blue Door Group Real Estate

    (743) 210-7553

    425 Total Sales

    1 in Macy Grove

    $172,000 Price

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  • Jennifer Hollowell

    Jennifer Hollowell

    Real Broker LLC

    (336) 842-1221

    223 Total Sales

    4 in Macy Grove

    $140K - $470K Price Range

    Jennifer Hollowell
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Piedmont Triad International

23 min drive

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Macy Grove Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Macy Grove, Kernersville sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Macy Grove, Kernersville over the last 12 months is $415,000, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$409,900
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$507,013
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
66
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
739
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,892
On par with the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,148
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,552

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
1,756
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$61,956
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,505

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%

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®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

8 / 100
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Diversity One Realty
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