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A neighborhood affected by East Winston’s history
Like much of East Winston, Skyland’s history traces back through the city of Winston-Salem’s early 20th-century redlining practices. By the 1940s, it was a majority Black neighborhood, and a well-to-do one. “Back in the day, it was a very prestigious area to live in,” says Isaiah Black, President of Liberty East Redevelopment Inc., an organization working to create new affordable housing opportunities for East Winston. “There were a lot of professional people living in that area.” While the homes have been well-kept, structural economic factors have hurt the neighborhood, with less businesses operating in the area. But Skyland’s strong history still helps to define the neighborhood.
Skyland sits just East of downtown Winston Salem.
This Mural depicts the rich African-American history of Winston-Salem.
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Well-maintained homes in Skyland
Turning into the Skyland neighborhood, smaller homes on each side line the gently sloped streets. The houses sometimes sit above the road, with stairways adorning the front yards up to their wrought iron doors. Most homes were built between the 1950s and 1970s, although some have been recently updated. “People here take pride in their homes, they’ve been well-maintained,” Black says. Small cottages and bungalows, many with just two bedrooms, sell in the low- to mid-$100,000s, while larger ranch-style homes go from the mid-$100,000s to around $250,000. The neighborhood also features a few no-frills apartment complexes.
Recently renovated ranch, bungalow, and cottage style homes are popular in Skyland.
Skyland has several larger raised ranch homes.
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Skyland Park and other green spaces
Skyland’s namesake park is the largest in the neighborhood. With plenty of green space, Skyland Park has basketball courts, a grill and a picnic area. The Brushy Fork Greenway cuts through the neighborhood and flies by Skyland Park, offering walking trails next to the creek and leading to Brushy Fork Park. The park includes swing sets, horseshoe pits and tons of open space for kids to run around and play.
Skyland Park has many outdoor activities including basketball.
There are miles and miles of greenway to explore on your bike within Winston-Salem.
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Students in Winston-Salem schools
Students in Skyland attend Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, one of the most diverse school systems in North Carolina according to Niche. The district allows kids and parents to choose from a list of area schools and magnet academies. Typically, students in the neighborhood attend Petree Elementary School followed by East Forsyth Middle School and Carver High School, each graded a C by Niche. Carver gives students the opportunity to dive into career education in topics such as hospitality and tourism; information technology; and aviation, drone and emergency technology.
Petree Elementary School has grades 1-5.
Carver High School is a historically black school names after George Washington Carver.
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Easy access to Downtown Winston-Salem
Just two miles east of Downtown Winston-Salem, the neighborhood has easy access to all the city has to offer. Residents can get there via bus, as both the Winston-Salem Transit Authority and the Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation have stops in the neighborhood. However, residents will likely need to own cars to get around the area. Skyland is adjacent to the Salem Parkway, which can get residents just about anywhere they need to go in the Piedmont Triad of Winston-Salem, Greensboro and High Point.
Skyland is just minutes away from the thriving retail area in downtown Winston-Salem.
Skyland residents can utilize WSTA busses to access all around Winston Salem.
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A few neighborhood restaurants
The character of the neighborhood around Skyland has changed over the years, with many businesses leaving. “There used to be a lot of Black businesses over in East Winston and northeast of the city,” Black says. “But now, as far as grocery stores or businesses, it doesn’t seem like much money has been put in that section of town.” Residents of the neighborhood only need to drive half a mile to the nearest grocery store, a Food Lion on New Walkertown Road. Restaurants, however, are relatively scarce, and the majority are chains like Bojangles or McDonald’s. Notable exceptions include Goodness Gracious, with homestyle favorites like oxtail, and Antojitos las Delicias, which specializes in Mexican fast food.
A popular spot for homoestyle favorites in Skyland is Goodness Gracious.
Skyland folks love Antojitos las Delicias, a walk up Mexican restaurant.
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Skyland residents can gather for fun community activities at the Rupert Bell Recreation Center.
Important to know
Skyland’s history is intertwined with the broader East Winston area, as the neighborhood was affected by redlining before becoming a largely Black neighborhood in the 1940s and 1950s. That, plus other structural factors, mean that the median household income for Skyland falls below the national average, though higher than some nearby neighborhoods. The CAP Index Crime Score is higher than the national average, but community organizations such as Liberty East Redevelopment Inc. are working to address the root causes and keep the community strong. “There’s been moderate to high levels of crime,” Black says. “But we do a lot of educational things, working with youth is what we do.”
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Parks in this Area
Salem Lake Park
Boating
Fishing
Lake
Brushy Fork Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Rupert Bell Community Center
Skyland Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Reynolds Park
Bike Trails
Golf
Grills
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
32 min drive
Bus
Ws Journal (5th Street)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Skyland
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Skyland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Skyland, Winston-Salem sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Skyland, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $153,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Back On The Market Convenient location to college, major transportation and downtown Winston Salem. A Frame home with finished attic with large area for bedroom and sitting area, nice deck on side. Inside freshly painted range and refrigerator to remain
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,525
Median Age
33
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,008
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,599
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
10.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
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®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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