Why Live in Oak Garden
Oak Garden, located east of downtown Winston-Salem and south of Kernersville, is a burgeoning suburban neighborhood characterized by recent construction and a low turnover rate. The area features a mix of newly built homes and more established houses, with architectural styles ranging from ranch-style and farmhouse-inspired Craftsman homes to larger, older properties on bigger plots. The neighborhood is known for its quiet streets, which, despite lacking sidewalks, see minimal through traffic, making them suitable for walking and jogging. Oak Garden is part of the highly rated Winston Salem/Forsyth County School District, which is recognized for its diversity. Local amenities include the Ivey M. Redmond Sports Complex, offering multi-use fields, and Fourth of July Park, which features walking trails, tennis courts, and a skate park. The annual Honeybee Festival and the Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden are notable local events and attractions. Residents have access to a small shopping center with a Food Lion and local restaurants, while larger retail options are available in nearby Kernersville. With no public transportation, residents rely on cars for commuting, facilitated by the neighborhood's proximity to U.S. Interstate 40. The nearest major hospital, North Carolina Baptist Hospital, is 10 miles away, and the largest airport is 18 miles east. Oak Garden has a lower crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal as a growing suburban enclave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Garden a good place to live?
Oak Garden is a good place to live. Oak Garden is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Oak Garden is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Oak Garden has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.6 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $119,944 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 29.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Garden are home owners, with 13.7% of residents renting and 86.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Garden can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Garden neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Garden, NC a safe neighborhood?
Oak Garden, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oak Garden?
The median home price in Oak Garden is $318,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $63,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Garden. The average household income in Oak Garden is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Oak Garden?
The best public schools that serve Oak Garden are:
What are the best private schools in Oak Garden?
The best private schools that serve Oak Garden are:
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Are home prices dropping in Oak Garden?
Yes, home prices in Oak Garden are down 12% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Oak Garden, NC
On average, homes in Oak Garden, Winston-Salem sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Garden, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $323,800, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$323,800
Median Single Family Sale Price
$290,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$522,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$227,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median List Price
$318,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%
