Union Ridge
Suburban Neighborhood in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Forsyth County 27127
A cool market east of Peters Creek Parkway
The quiet, gently sloped residential streets of Union Ridge are lined with closely spaced Traditional-style homes from the early 2000s in some sections and Minimal Traditional cottages from the 1930s in others. There’s not much buildable land left in the neighborhood, and what little space there is between pockets of housing is filled with groves of trees and thick undergrowth of honeysuckle, ivy and ferns. Sidewalks are few and far between; most of the neatly maintained front lawns run straight to the narrow street. “I wouldn’t call this area walkable. It’s kind of in-between traditionally suburban and urban,” says Miller. He adds that the market has cooled lately. “If I were listing a property for somebody on this side of Peters Creek Parkway, I wouldn’t prepare them to be in a multiple offer situation. That’s not necessarily what’s going to happen in this neighborhood.” Prices start at around $125,000 and can climb to more than $350,000. “It’s not a buyers’ war like it was before, but the homes are still selling pretty quickly,” says de Moya.
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Big box shopping close to home, date night dining not far
For groceries and other everyday essentials, there’s a shopping center off Peters Creek Parkway about 2 miles west anchored by a Food Lion on one end and a Family Dollar on the other. In the same strip, residents can thrift for unique secondhand items at Trosa Thrift Store or get their hair and nails done. Several fast-food and fast-casual-style eateries are scattered around the area, too, from Zaxby’s and Papa Johns to Chipotle and Wendy’s. There’s also a dairiO nearby as well, which Miller recommends as one of his favorite places in town to get a hot dog. “It’s a fast-food place, just a locally owned fast-food place,” he says of the North Carolina-based chain. “There’s a Walmart Supercenter and a Lowe’s close by, but nothing stand-out, I would say, restaurant-wise.” Winston-Salem’s dining scene is concentrated in two places: the Stratford Road/Hanes Mall Boulevard business district on the west side and downtown. Miller’s personal favorite local eatery is Ryan’s Restaurant, an upscale steakhouse and seafood joint downtown. “It’s probably the nicest restaurant in town—it’s a special occasion kind of place.”
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Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools
Miller says that the schools serving Winston-Salem’s south side tend to be less highly rated than those serving the west side. “But this area is growing, and I hope that as it grows, newer schools will be built and we’ll see a change.” Konnoak Elementary, which earns a C-plus from Niche, is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. Philo-Hill Magnet Academy earns a C from Niche and is currently under construction ahead of the 2024-2025 school year. The middle school is getting an addition and extensive interior renovations. A new name will be unveiled along with the facelifts in the fall: Konnoak Middle. Parkland High School, an authorized IB World School, earns a B-minus from Niche. The Parkland 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.
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Southside convenience between main thoroughfares
Interstate 285 and Peters Creek Parkway run north-south past the east and west sides of the neighborhood, respectively. Both main thoroughfares are less than 1.5 miles from most homes. South Main Street runs parallel to I-285 directly north into downtown, less than 5 miles away. “It’s convenient for people who commute into Winston for work,” says Miller. Two of the city’s major employers, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Wake Forest University, are less than 10 miles north of most homes.Recreation for ballplayers, swimmers, readers and more
At Parkland Park, about a mile north of home, locals can play tennis or practice their batting skills on the baseball/softball field. The park also has a classic playground and a couple of shady walking trails. Across Buchanan Street to the north, Parkland Pool is open during the summer months and offers free swim lessons to all Winston-Salem residents ages six months and up. For residents whose definition of fun involves air conditioning and books, the Southside Library is nearby, too. The Southside Book Club meets there once a month on Monday evenings to chat about new-release and bestseller adult fiction. South Little League practices and plays even closer to home, at Krites Field on West Clemmonsville Road.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Magnolia Chavez de Moya
Magnolia Chavez de Moya
Magnolia Tree Realty
(336) 537-5497
168 Total Sales
2 in Union Ridge
$85K - $195K Price Range
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Landon Stone
Landon Stone
Real Broker LLC
(743) 222-3592
166 Total Sales
1 in Union Ridge
$136,000 Price
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Ben Miller
Ben Miller
Responds QuicklyTriad Home Real Estate LLC
(336) 842-0248
93 Total Sales
1 in Union Ridge
$285,000 Price
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Next Level Realty Partners LLC
Next Level Realty Partners LLC
Allen Tate Winston Salem
(833) 368-8083
231 Total Sales
2 in Union Ridge
$179K - $245K Price Range
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Sharon Byrd
Sharon Byrd
Diversity One Realty
(743) 219-3449
114 Total Sales
2 in Union Ridge
$192K - $315K Price Range
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Valerie Sullivan
Valerie Sullivan
Responds QuicklyNextHome Triad Realty
(743) 222-3103
102 Total Sales
3 in Union Ridge
$48K - $295K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Belview Park
Easton Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Parkland Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Tennis
Washington Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Weston Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Union Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Union Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Union Ridge, Winston-Salem sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Union Ridge, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $250,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$270,000
Median Sale Price
$250,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$261,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$164
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
464
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,411
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$280,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,721 Sq Ft
- 2575 Fiddlers Glenn Dr
- New 12 days ago
Welcome to your new home! This traditional-style home, with NEW fresh paint, NEW carpet throughout, and 2024 HVAC and furnace offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. As you enter, you're greeted by a spacious living room with rich wood laminate flooring that adds warmth and character. This plan offers plenty of room for entertaining and relaxing. Kitchen is located right off
Tina Whiteheart Allen Tate Winston Salem
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$340,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,880 Sq Ft
- 4064 Clinard Ave
- New 17 days ago
Coming Soon! Showings being 5/30! Open House 5/31 1-3PM! Welcome to this spacious and inviting 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in wonderful Winston-Salem neighborhood. Set on a generous lot with a huge backyard, this property offers both privacy and space to enjoy the outdoors... perfect for families, entertainers, or anyone craving room to grow. Step inside and be greeted by soaring 9-foot
Spencer Harrell Real Broker LLC
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$345,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,452 Sq Ft
- 805 Orchestra Dr
Beautiful 4-bedroom home nestled in desirable Fiddlers Glenn Community. The open floor plan seamlessly integrates the kitchen, living room and dining area and is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large island. New carpeting has been installed in all of the bedrooms. 2-car garage makes it easy to come in from the cold.
Michael Hosey Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,254
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,379
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,016
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.2%
College Graduates
14%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%
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®
13
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 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
Konnoak
A growing Winston-Salem community defined by cottages and convenience
South View
Competitive home prices in a quiet suburb 6 miles south of downtown Winston-Salem
Weston
Wooded neighborhood features one of Winston-Salem’s few cricket pitches
Hootstown
Winston-Salem suburb with easy access to I-40
Caroline Village-Janita Lakes
New and established homes in a tranquil pocket of southwest Winston-Salem
Easton
Modest, competitively priced homes overlook a neighborhood school and park
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