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A know-your-neighbor community, home to Winston-Salem’s giant clamshell
Waughtown, like much of southern Winston-Salem, is a suburban community with roots in the late 1800s and early to mid-1900s. This neighborhood, about 3 miles southeast of downtown, was mainly developed in the wake of World War II. However, several relics of its earlier years still grace its wooded streets. Perhaps most noticeable is a one-story-tall yellow clamshell at the corner of Peachtree and Sprague streets. This 1930 landmark is the last of several novelty Shell Oil service stations and — like the neighborhood itself — is included in the National Register of Historic Places. Today, Waughtown is home to nearly 2,700 people, forming an engaged and vibrant community. “They all know each other around here,” says Cameron Roseboro, playfield leader at the neighborhood’s Sprague Street Park Community Center. “It has a good Southern hospitality vibe.” There is a strong faith community here. Nearly a dozen houses of worship are in the neighborhood, including Waughtown Baptist Church and Community Mosque of Winston-Salem.
Early-20th-century charm on tree-shaded blocks
A nearly equal mix of owners and renters live in the Waughtown homes, sitting side by side on dense blocks shaded by mature trees. Houses are fairly small, averaging around 1,100 square feet. Popular architectural styles from the early and mid-20th century dominate the area. Common designs include ranch-style homes and Southern-style bungalows with single dormers and forward-pitched, low-angled roofs. Craftsman, Cape Cod and Colonial Revivals also occupy the neighborhood. Carolyn Esterly, a Realtor with Re/Max Preferred Properties, says the condition of homes are in various stages. “I just sold a house near there to a young lady, and she wanted a vintage 1920s house. Some have never been updated. Others have been completely gutted,” says Esterly, who’s lived in Winston-Salem for 35 years. Most Waughtown properties cost between $100,000 and $175,000, less than half the Winston-Salem average. However, some homes over 1,900 square feet can reach the mid-$200,000s.
Some of the larger homes in Waughtown are brick ranch-style homes from the mid-1900s.
Waughtown has a small-town feel but is located conveniently close to the city.
Bungalow-style homes on small lots fill many of the streets in Waughtown.
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Fun for all ages at Sprague Street Park Community Center
Sprague Street Park Community Center plays a vital role in the neighborhood. Roseboro describes it as “a safe space for people to be off the streets,” offering youth, adult and senior programming. “It’s mainly focused around children, but we do have a large adult population that typically likes to come in to play basketball in our gymnasium,” Roseboro says. “We have after-school programs where kids come in to use the computer lab. Our summer camp welcomes kids from around the neighborhood and gives them fun things to do.” The Quarry at Grant Park is a visually striking outdoor destination less than 1 mile north of the neighborhood. It covers 200 acres and surrounds a water-filled gorge with lookout points, walking paths and a playground. It’s reachable on foot or by bike via the paved Waughtown Greenway, which winds through a dense forest. The public Reynolds Park Golf Course sits north of The Quarry and features 18 holes over rolling greens. The 365-acre Salem Lake is about 6 miles away for fishing, kayaking and scenic walks.
The Sprague Street Park Community center in Waughtown is a place for kids to go after school.
Waughtown's community center hosts basketball programs for youth and adults.
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Hanes Magnet School is an A-rated STEM school
Two public school tracks are possible for students living in Waughtown, but most start at Forest Park Elementary. The school earns a C rating from Niche and celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with an annual Hispanic Heritage Performance prepared by students and staff. Hanes Magnet School, located on the neighborhood’s eastern side, boasts an A-minus rating and serves sixth through eighth grades. Here, students receive specialty STEM instruction and can study several international languages, including Spanish, German and Latin. Robert B. Glenn High receives a C-plus from Niche and offers various career development pathways, including apparel and textile production, architecture and information technology. The A-plus-rated Salem Academy and the unrated Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School are nearby private options. The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is about 3 miles away. Esterly says the school is drawing more people to south Winston-Salem. “The school is helping this area grow. It offers dance, music and theater.”
Forest Park Elementary School serves most elementary-aged Waughtown students.
Hanes Magnet School offers specialty STEM classes for middle schoolers in Waughtown.
R. B. Glenn High School filters in students from Waughtown and other close areas.
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Kermit’s Hot Dog House serves up pimento dogs
Shops and restaurants dot Waughtown and Sprague streets. Food Lion, Dollar Tree and O’Reilly Auto Parts are a few of the national retailers nearby. There’s also a large collection of small businesses, from convenience stores and laundry mats to hair salons and beauty shops. Many are Latin American-owned. Flores Floral Flowershop crafts creative flower arrangements, while the racks and shelves at Zapateria Leon and Western Wear feature western-style shirts, cowboy hats and cowboy boots. The family-run El Rancho Taqueria is well known for its authentic flavors, while La Sirenita Ice Cream Shop prepares traditional Mexican treats such as mango loco, a sweet yet savory fruit cocktail. There are also several restaurants serving up American fare. Kermit’s Hot Dog House, a longtime local staple, serves pimento cheese-covered hot dogs in its retro digs. Grill-Ville is a diner-style eatery plating up breakfast.
There are two Food Lion grocery stores convenient to Waughtown.
The closest big-box store to Waughtown is Walmart in South View.
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Quick access to Interstate 40
The neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with sidewalks for pedestrian-safe routes to neighborhood amenities, but overall, Winston-Salem is car-dependent. Interstate 40 neighbors Waughtown to the south, with multiple on-ramps offering quick highway access to commuters. U.S. Route 52 is to the west for the 4-mile drive into Downtown Winston-Salem. Numerous Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus stops serve public transportation users along Waughtown Street, one of the neighborhood’s bike-friendly roads that connects to the Salem Creek Greenway. Piedmont Triad International Airport is roughly 22 miles east.
Buses take Waughtown residents to the conveniences they don't have within walking distance.
Both convenient to downtown and far away enough for quiet living, Waughtown is well-located.
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Some Waughtown residents take bicycles to pick up items from shops less than 5 miles away.
Important neighborhood context
Like many neighboring communities, Waughtown has faced recent economic struggles, with a median household income less than half the U.S. average. It receives a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4, with a higher-than-usual risk for violent crime. The Winston-Salem Police Department is working with the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office to increase patrols in communities impacted by violent crime. Faith and community leaders are also tackling the issue by holding events, such as the annual Corner to Corner Juvenile Gang Prevention and Street Life Program, which reaches out to at-risk youth and provides support.
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Parks in this Area
Happy Hill Park
Belview Park
Easton Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
The Quarry at Grant Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Trails
Forest Park
Civitan Park
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
32 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Waughtown
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
8
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waughtown, Winston-Salem sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Waughtown, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $153,644, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,644
Median Age
33
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,078
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,226
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
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®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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