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South Fork

South Fork

$297,988 Average Value
$168 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Quiet community close to the action of Downtown Winston-Salem

Overlooking Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 421Close to a slew of retailers, restaurants and recreation, South Fork is highly sought-after for its convenient location. “It’s a centrally located area, you’re about 15 to 20 minutes away from anywhere in Winston-Salem here,” says Realtor Jason McDougald of Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate, who has worked with several clients buying and selling homes in the neighborhood. He adds that price is also a selling point, but a minor one compared to location. “It’s just a good place to raise a family. That’s why I moved back here from Northern Virginia. You’re not far from shopping, from parks, and the traffic here is nothing compared to NoVA.” Decades-long South Fork Recreation Leader Zach Gordon agrees. “South Fork is definitely a quieter neighborhood. A lot of people enjoy walking and overall like to keep to themselves. Regardless, if you want to turn up the heat, you’re still a hop and a skip from downtown.”

The South Fork community in Winston-Salem is surrounded by beautiful forests.
The South Fork community in Winston-Salem is surrounded by beautiful forests.
There are many beautiful newer homes throughout the South Fork community.
There are many beautiful newer homes throughout the South Fork community.
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Well-maintained homes with good bones

Housing architecture ranges from classic late-midcentury split-levels and ranch-style bungalows to 1980s condos and early-2000s-era Traditional homes. Standalone, single-family homes sell for between $270,000 and $640,000, while condo units run anywhere from $110,000 to $245,000. The difference in price for both single-family homes and condos depends mainly on size; smaller homes/units fall on the lower end of the spectrum and larger ones fall on the high end. Age and condition also factor into the sale price of the neighborhood’s single-family homes, but McDougald observes that those two things don’t always go hand in hand. “An older home may go for more than a newer home, just because it’s been really well-maintained. People seem to be seeking out houses with good bones these days; they’re not necessarily looking for the newest house on the block.”

Homebuyers can find lovely two-story split-level style homes in South Fork.
Homebuyers can find lovely two-story split-level style homes in South Fork.
Older, well-maintained ranch-style homes are spread across South Fork.
Older, well-maintained ranch-style homes are spread across South Fork.
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Middle and high schools offer STEAM and arts-focused magnet programs

South Fork students attend schools in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County district. Many go to South Fork Elementary, which earns a C-plus grade from Niche. It’s within 2 miles of most homes. Secondary students may continue to Wiley Magnet Middle, which receives a B-minus, and R.J. Reynolds High, which gets a B-plus. The middle school offers a STEAM magnet program that emphasizes classes in science, technology, engineering, arts and math. At Reynolds High, students in the Arts for Academics Magnet School program can choose between arts-intensive, arts-infused or arts-aware pathways. Arts-intensive track students audition for placement in advanced courses and participate in internships, while the arts-infused path requires students to take at least three arts electives. Students following the arts-aware track receive arts exposure through attending campus-wide drama/musical performances and arts integration in the classroom.

South Fork Elementary gives young South Fork students a strong educational foundation.
South Fork Elementary gives young South Fork students a strong educational foundation.
Wiley Magnet Middle School is located close to South Fork.
Wiley Magnet Middle School is located close to South Fork.
Reynolds High School is a public school in Winston-Salem providing education to South Fork students.
Reynolds High School is a public school in Winston-Salem providing education to South Fork students.
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South Fork Panthers youth sports teams and more

The community is home to the Panthers, a volunteer-led football and cheerleading program that has drawn local kids to Panthers Field for practice, games and camps since 1995. The football team previously won their division's American Football League North Carolina State Championships. Across the street from Panthers Field, South Fork Park has a shady playground, picnic areas, a tennis court and an exercise course. The South Fork Community Center offers indoor recreation in the form of a kitchen and computer lab, as well as art, exercise and special interest programs. Right next door, Cricket’s Nest Craft Shop sells hand-made goods by local seniors aged 55 and up. They pay annual membership fees to display and sell their work. The shop also hosts events throughout the year to encourage crafters of all ages, from the Firecracker Festival in July to the Cricket Craft Festival in September and the From Our House to Yours Winter Fair in December.

South Fork residents can play tennis or pickleball on the courts at South Fork Park.
South Fork residents can play tennis or pickleball on the courts at South Fork Park.
The Cricket Nest at South Fork Park is a craft shop featuring local South Fork artists.
The Cricket Nest at South Fork Park is a craft shop featuring local South Fork artists.
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Shopping and dining on Country Club Road or Hanes Mall Boulevard

Residents can head to Food Lion or Dollar General for groceries and everyday essentials. Both stores are on Country Club Road, the main thoroughfare that runs through the middle of South Fork, within 2 miles of most homes. Additionally, there’s a shoe store, a couple of gas stations, and a Triad Municipal ABC Store near the Dollar General. The area houses specialty shops such as House of Cards, which sells tabletop games and accessories, and The Train Loft, a model train store. Since 2006, O’Brien’s Deli has remained a local favorite for sandwiches, soups and salads. McDougald says many locals also frequent Hanes Mall Boulevard and Interstate 40 business corridors, a few miles south, for shopping and dining. The area is teeming with big box retailers and chain restaurants, including Walmart Supercenter, Target and Olive Garden, to name a few.

South Fork residents can make a quick trip to the Dollar General off Country Club Road.
South Fork residents can make a quick trip to the Dollar General off Country Club Road.
O'Brien's Deli is a popular small locally owned spot that is a popular lunch stop in South Fork.
O'Brien's Deli is a popular small locally owned spot that is a popular lunch stop in South Fork.
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Overlooking Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 421

Interstate 40 curves past the community’s south side, connecting east toward the Piedmont Triad International Airport and Greensboro, about 30 miles east. Downtown Winston-Salem is much closer; the nearly 7-mile drive east typically takes less than 15 minutes via U.S. Route 421, which runs along South Fork’s southeast side. At the neighborhood's north end, Silas Creek Parkway connects north toward Wake Forest University, a major local employer.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Piedmont Triad International

41 min drive

Bus

Old Vineyard Road & Alder Ridge Apartment

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Country Club Road & Park Ridge Circle

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Old Vineyard Road & Behavioral Center

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Jonestown Road & Southwin Drive

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Country Club Road & Lindbergh Street

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Country Club Road & Jonestown Road

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Jonestown Road & Burger King

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime South Fork US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,832
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,753
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,839
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,090
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
755
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
13
Median Rent
$1,050
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,673
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,150
Median Condo Rent
$1,013
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,075

Demographics

Total Population
7,350
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,008
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$61,235

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
33.2%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.9%
On par with the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat bikeable

Bikeability®

30 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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