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South Park

South Park

$158,352 Average Value
$253 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Small neighborhood less than 5 miles from Downtown Winston-Salem

As Interstate 40 meets I-285 in Winston-Salem, they wrap around the small neighborhood of South Park. Named after the city park in its center, South Park draws in buyers for its highway access, lower-than-average home prices and convenient location. “It’s just on the outskirts of downtown,” says Emily Phipps, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area for 19 years. “It’s ideal for first-time home buyers or potentially someone who wants to downsize. You get some land, too. A quarter-acre is about the norm.” Like many South Winston-Salem communities, South Park has experienced economic challenges. The median household income here is $27,619, significantly below the national average of $70,961.

Older bungalow style homes offer possibilities for updating and renovating in South Park.
Older bungalow style homes offer possibilities for updating and renovating in South Park.
South Park's namesake green space carves a serene setting in the heart of the neighborhood.
South Park's namesake green space carves a serene setting in the heart of the neighborhood.
South Park residents can celebrate the fall with pumpkins and seasonal decor.
South Park residents can celebrate the fall with pumpkins and seasonal decor.
South Park residents have access to bike friendly travel on the roadways of the area.
South Park residents have access to bike friendly travel on the roadways of the area.
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Ranch-style homes and Craftsman bungalows on spacious lots

South Park’s wide streets form a grid, often climbing up and over steep hills. Homes primarily built from the 1950s to the present have about 1,000 square feet of living space. Ranch-style homes and Craftsman bungalows are most common, sharing blocks with cottages and a few Colonial Revivals. Front yards are spacious and minimally adorned with flowering shrubs and mature shade trees. Most properties have short driveways that lead into carports or attached garages. Prices typically fall between $100,000 to $275,000. Phipps says the market moves quickly in South Park due to low inventory. “On average, things are selling within a few days if they show well and are priced appropriately.” The neighborhood receives a CAP Index crime score of 6 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. However, South Park has a higher-than-average risk for violent crime.

Homes in South park range in styles but many are ranches.
Homes in South park range in styles but many are ranches.
On the main roads in South Park you can find brick ranches set back off the street.
On the main roads in South Park you can find brick ranches set back off the street.
Newer homes with modern materials have found their place within some parts of South Park.
Newer homes with modern materials have found their place within some parts of South Park.
Many of the ranch style homes of South Park stand the test of time with brick construction.
Many of the ranch style homes of South Park stand the test of time with brick construction.
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Dinosaurs at Washington Park and a sandy beach at Salem Creek

South Park’s namesake green space sits in the heart of the neighborhood next to Main Street Academy. While compact, it offers a baseball diamond and an open space to play. The 75-acre Washington Park, about 3 miles away, is a popular spot for families featuring a playground with life-sized dinosaurs, several baseball fields and a dog park. The Salem Creek Greenway passes through the park, providing a shady route through the forest to Gateway Nature Preserve. The 19-acre haven for wildlife and native plants features a pollinator garden, hiking trails and a small sandy beach along Salem Creek. Towering trees shade Southside Branch Library, which hosts book clubs, children’s programs and ESL classes. It also has a collection of children’s books in Braille, a unique resource for the community.

You can take a ride on the Salem Greenway within the Wachovia Highlands neighborhood.
You can take a ride on the Salem Greenway within the Wachovia Highlands neighborhood.
You can enjoy soccer with friends at Parkland Park, just minutes from the Easton neighborhood.
You can enjoy soccer with friends at Parkland Park, just minutes from the Easton neighborhood.
Families love to play at Happy Hill Park in Winston-Salem.
Families love to play at Happy Hill Park in Winston-Salem.
Wachovia Highlands residents love taking their kids to Washington Park's dinosaur playground.
Wachovia Highlands residents love taking their kids to Washington Park's dinosaur playground.
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Marketplace Cinemas reminds moviegoers of a simpler time

The community is primarily residential, but Dollar General and a few corner stores offer quick convenience within walking distance of homes. Parkway Plaza is the nearest shopping center, home to big brands such as Office Depot and Sally Beauty. Two local restaurants sit between the strip mall’s barber shops, beauty salons and other services. The women-owned and operated The Pizza Place boxes up New York-style slices in casual digs brightened with natural light and colorful paint stripes. Mike’s Deli is the relaxed spot for a club or a Reuben. Compare Foods is nearby for groceries. Around the corner on Peters Creek Parkway is Marketplace Cinemas, a beloved second-run movie theater that draws in customers for its nostalgic vibe and $8 tickets. More retailers, including Walmart Supercenter and Hanes Mall, are a short drive away.

South Park residents can make a quick stop for their needs at the local Dollar General.
South Park residents can make a quick stop for their needs at the local Dollar General.
Walmart and other big box retailers are just minutes away from home for South Park  locals.
Walmart and other big box retailers are just minutes away from home for South Park locals.
Parkway Plaza is one of the most visited shopping areas surrounding South Park.
Parkway Plaza is one of the most visited shopping areas surrounding South Park.
South Park residents can enjoy catching a movie on the big screen at Marketplace Cinemas.
South Park residents can enjoy catching a movie on the big screen at Marketplace Cinemas.
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Parkland High School sets a fast pace

Konnoak Elementary receives a C-plus from Niche. The magnet school focuses on inquiry-based learning and is seeking authorization to offer an International Baccalaureate program. Konnoak Middle, a STEAM magnet school, gets a C. Formerly Philo-Hill Magnet Academy, the building is being renovated and will reopen with its new name in December 2024. For now, students are learning in the neighborhood at Main Street Academy, which hosts Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools' alternative school. Parkland High earns a B-minus. Home of the Mustangs, the high school boys’ track and field team has received national attention since member Antwan Hughes Jr. set a record as the fastest 16-year-old in the country at the 2022 Junior Olympics. Nearby private options include the unrated Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School and the A-plus-rated Salem Academy, an all-girls boarding high school.

Konnoak Elementary School features a contemporary entrance.
Konnoak Elementary School features a contemporary entrance.
Philo Hill Magnet School is currently undergoing expansion construction.
Philo Hill Magnet School is currently undergoing expansion construction.
Welcome to Parkland Magnet High School in Winston-Salem, NC.
Welcome to Parkland Magnet High School in Winston-Salem, NC.
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Quick access to Interstate 40 and I-285

Hugged by Interstate 40 and I-285, South Park offers quick highway access. The community is mainly car-dependent, as most necessities are not within walking distance. One Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus route passes through the neighborhood, stopping along South Main Street, which is lined with bike lanes for rides into Downtown Winston-Salem, about 3 miles north. Piedmont Triad International Airport is roughly 25 miles away.

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Transit

Airport

Piedmont Triad International

34 min drive

South Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$649,900
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$675,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
555
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
6.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,101
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,703
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,376
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$30,833
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,758

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
77.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.1%
% Population in Labor Force
56.3%

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®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

18 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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