Bethabara
Suburban Neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Forsyth County 27105, 27106
Home prices below the Winston-Salem median
Local Realtor Ashley Lay of Keller Williams Realty Elite says Bethabara is unlike other Winston-Salem neighborhoods in that it’s not characterized by one specific style of home. “It’s a big mish-mash of everything. There’s some brand new construction and 1700s homes and a whole lot of 1950s brick ranches.” Matthews agrees, adding that alongside the pockets of Traditional-style new builds, Split Levels, Minimal Traditional cottages and ranch-style homes, there are also condo and townhome communities, like Deacon Ridge. She says these gated communities tend to be “very well-maintained” and “tucked away off the busy streets,” compared to the surrounding neighborhood. Prices here start at $140,000 and can go up as high as $256,000, just under the median for the city. “It is a great area that a lot of investors purchase in because of the rent you can get with college students on your property,” says Lay. “We are also one of the top areas for Airbnb right now.”
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International Baccalaureate programs; Wake Forest University
Speas Elementary School, home of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years magnet program, earns a B-minus from Niche. Paisley IB Magnet School, which offers the continuing IB program for students in sixth through eighth grades, earns a B. The districted high school for the neighborhood, Mount Tabor, earns a B-plus from Niche. It’s one of the few schools in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County district without a magnet program. But Paisley and Parkland High Schools both offer continuing IB programs to students between ninth and 12th grades; students can apply to attend either of the magnet schools, regardless of their address. Paisley earns a B from Niche and Parkland earns a B-minus. Wake Forest University is located less than a mile south of most homes. The private research university offers more than 50 majors to undergraduate-level students. The school’s NCAA Division I athletics are a big draw for homebuyers. Matthews says a lot of her clients live out of state full-time but buy condos in Bethabara because they’re “big fans of Wake Forest and come for all the ball games.”Historic Bethabara Park
The neighborhood’s namesake sprawls over more than 180 acres around the north end of Bethabara Road, less than 3 miles from most homes. Several miles of what Lay calls “incredible” walking and birding trails loop through the park’s preserved wetlands/woodlands. Many of the 1700s-era Moravian settlement’s original buildings still stand, now home to museums and galleries detailing the history of the area and its inhabitants. Bethabara Park hosts all kinds of seasonal events, too, like the annual Apple Festival and Boo! at Bethabara. In December, Christmas at Bethabara festivities include Moravian Brass Band performances and family-friendly crafts. Gemeinhaus Church, the only remaining 18th-century German Colonial church of its kind in the US, is fully decked out in festive décor and available to tour during the celebration, too.Rush hour traffic on Reynolda Road
“It’s very close to downtown, which is very attractive to homebuyers,” says Matthews, adding that many of her clients like to head downtown to the Stevens Center for musicals, plays and other performances, then stay for dinner at one of the eateries nearby. The nearly 5-mile drive southeast into downtown takes about 10 minutes via University Parkway, depending on traffic. Lay adds that it’s a good idea to avoid North Carolina Route 67/ Reynolda Road, the main thoroughfare to the west of Bethabara, during rush hour. She calls it “the one part of town where the traffic is horrible” during that time of day. Locals who’d rather catch the bus can take advantage of Winston-Salem Transit Authority stops spaced along North Point Boulevard and Bethabara Road within a mile of home.For food, all roads point north
Locals can head to North Point Boulevard for food. The main thoroughfare features several chain restaurants, including McDonald’s, Popeyes and Subway, plus local options like North Point Grill, a family-owned and operated American diner-style eatery. Nearby, El Triunfo serves up authentic Salvadoran fare. For groceries and other everyday essentials, there's a Food Lion in the University Plaza Shopping Center a few blocks away. The closest Lowes Foods is just 2 miles west, in the Reynolda Manor Shopping Center.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Samantha Mosley
Samantha Mosley
Keller Williams Realty Elite
(336) 594-2229
99 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$170,000 Price
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Sharon Byrd
Sharon Byrd
Diversity One Realty
(743) 219-3449
114 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$170,000 Price
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Carla Hoots
Carla Hoots
Fader Real Estate at ERA Live Moore
(743) 219-6732
142 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$193,000 Price
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John McPherson
John McPherson
Responds QuicklyMcPherson Real Estate Group
(336) 930-9643
149 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$172,000 Price
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Blake Ginther
Blake Ginther
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Elite
(336) 815-5547
642 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$170,000 Price
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Jayne Helms
Jayne Helms
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Leading Edge
(980) 432-7191
399 Total Sales
1 in Bethabara
$244,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Whitaker Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Hine Soccer Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Cross Country Trails
- Trails
Historic Bethabara Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bethabara | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bethabara Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bethabara, Winston-Salem sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Bethabara, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $220,000, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$240,750
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$307,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
29%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
350
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,598
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,235
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,908
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$425,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,878 Sq Ft
- 625 Polo Rd
- New 25 days ago
Don’t miss this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located less than a mile from the prestigious Wake Forest University—an investor’s dream! This professionally designed and updated home features fresh interior paint, newly sanded and custom-stained hardwood floors, and a completely renovated kitchen. Both full bathrooms have been modernized with elegant porcelain tile and calming, neutral
Courtney Williams Wilson Realty Co, LLC
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$35,000
- Land
- 1.66 Acre Lot
- 0 Long Dr
- New 26 days ago
Discover the perfect blend of privacy and convenience with this 1.66-acre lot on Long Drive, just off Polo Road and University Parkway. Tucked away in a serene, wooded setting, this unique property offers a peaceful retreat while being only minutes from Wake Forest University and the vibrant heart of Winston-Salem. Enjoy the natural beauty of a flat-to-gently-sloping landscape—ideal for building
Jami Southern-Raines Keller Williams Realty Elite
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$36,000
- Land
- 1.46 Acre Lot
- 00 Bethabara Rd
Amazing opportunity on Bethabara Road, located just off Silas Creek Parkway. This property is zoned as RS9. Potential for rezoning. So many possibilities make this the perfect property for your next investment! Just minutes from Bethabara Park, Wake Forest University, as well as local shopping and dining options. Centrally located near University Pkwy and Reynold Road. Less than 20 minutes from
Shaunna Overman Allen Tate Oak Ridge Commons
Homes for Rent
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$905 - $1,899 per month
- Enclave at North Point Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 4260 Brownsboro Rd
- Winston-Salem, NC
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$1,795 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1140 Academic Dr
- Winston Salem, NC
Charming 3 bed, 2.5 ba townhome in the popular Deacon Ridge community. Bright and sunny end unit with hardwoods throughout main level. Eat in kitchen, separate dining room, UL with three spacious bedrooms, private patio area and close to WFU. One car garage.
Wiley Morris Hunter Realty & Property Management, LLC
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$848 - $1,377 per month
- Northcliffe Forest Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 407+ Sq Ft
- 2030 Northcliffe Dr
- Winston-Salem, NC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,685
Median Age
30
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,438
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,142
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91%
College Graduates
29.6%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Stonewall/Salemtowne
Retirement options and parkway access in north Winston-Salem
Windsor Estates
Neighborhood next to Wake Forest University and home to Historic Bethabara Park
Forest Hills
Pockets of 20th-century homes surrounded by trees and industry, near Wake Forest
Georgetown-Beacon Hill
North-side Winston-Salem suburbs with growing accessibility and historic landmarks
Foxhall
Elderly trees form a thick canopy over many of Foxhall's quiet streets
Montview-Ogburn Station
Up-and-coming Winston-Salem neighborhood surrounded by northside amenities
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