Why Live in East Winston
East Winston in Winston-Salem features a variety of 20th-century homes, including craftsman bungalows, cottages, ranch-style homes, split-levels, American Foursquares, and a few Victorian houses. Many properties are undergoing renovation, offering potential for investment or first-time homebuyers. The neighborhood is framed by sidewalks and modestly landscaped lawns. Rupert Bell Park and Neighborhood Center, located centrally, offers a baseball diamond, playground, splash pad, and a pavilion for community events. Brushy Fork Park is popular for basketball, while Skyland Park provides access to the Brushy Fork Greenway. Reynolds Park, with its 18-hole golf course, and Salem Lake, about 3 miles away, offer additional recreational options. East Winston has local dining spots like Other Suns Coffee Shop and Forsyth Seafood Market and Cafe, along with grocery stores such as Food Lion and CVS in Eastway Plaza. The neighborhood is highly walkable and bike-friendly, with public transportation available through Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus stops. Major highways like U.S. Routes 52 and 421 provide quick access to other parts of the city, and Piedmont Triad International Airport is about 22 miles away. The private Winston-Salem Street School, rated highly, serves the area. The historically black Winston-Salem State University, located just south, offers a range of public events and a notable physical therapy program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Winston a good place to live?
East Winston is a good place to live. East Winston is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. East Winston is a suburban neighborhood. East Winston has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.4 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $33,812 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.4% of residents. A majority of residents in East Winston are renters, with 83.5% of residents renting and 16.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Winston can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Winston neighborhood guide.
Is East Winston, NC a safe neighborhood?
East Winston, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 8 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Winston?
The median home price in East Winston is $440,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $88,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in East Winston. The average household income in East Winston is $34K.
What are the best public schools in East Winston?
The best public schools that serve East Winston are:
What are the best private schools in East Winston?
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Home Trends in East Winston, NC
On average, homes in East Winston, Winston-Salem sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Winston, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $399,406, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$399,406
Median Single Family Sale Price
$377,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,406
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$201
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
