Why Live in Forest Park
Southeast of Downtown Winston-Salem, Forest Park is a historic neighborhood with Craftsman-inspired bungalows, ranch-style homes, and the occasional Tudor Revival cottage. Forest Park is supported by the Simon Green Atkins Community Development Corporation, which focuses on affordable housing and preservation. The neighborhood's namesake park offers winding walking trails and a recently upgraded playground, and Simon’s Green Acre Community Garden provides nearly 100 raised beds, a farmers market and community events. The Waughtown Greenway connects to The Quarry at Grant Park, offering scenic views and outdoor activities. Local eateries include La Perlita Restaurant & Carniceria and the famous Kermit’s Hot Dog House. Although the Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus serves the area, Forest Park is mainly car-dependent. Residents can access U.S. Route 52, and downtown is 3 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Park a good place to live?
Forest Park is a good place to live. Forest Park is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Forest Park is a suburban neighborhood. Forest Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.9 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $73,215 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Forest Park are renters, with 63.9% of residents renting and 36.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Forest Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Forest Park neighborhood guide.
Is Forest Park, NC a safe neighborhood?
Forest Park, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Forest Park?
The median home price in Forest Park is $130,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $26,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $630 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $27K a year to afford the median home price in Forest Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Forest Park is $73K.
What are the best public schools in Forest Park?
The best public schools that serve Forest Park are:
- Hanes Middle has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 1.7.
- Parkland High has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- R.B. Glenn High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Forest Park?
The best private schools that serve Forest Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Forest Park?
Yes, home prices in Forest Park are down 18% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Forest Park, NC
On average, homes in Forest Park, Winston-Salem sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $116,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$116,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$116,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$123
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$130,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%