Why Live in Peace Haven
Peace Haven in Winston-Salem features a mix of homes primarily built between the 1960s and 1980s, with some from the 1950s and early 2000s. The neighborhood showcases classic red brick and vinyl-sided ranch-style homes, raised ranches, and split-levels, while larger properties often exhibit Colonial/Greek Revival or Traditional styles from the late '80s to early 2000s. Peace Haven Pool & Tennis, centrally located, offers a 25-meter heated pool, a wading pool, tennis courts, a basketball court, and a playground. Nearby, South Fork Park includes additional recreational facilities and the Cricket’s Nest Craft Shop, which sells handmade goods by local seniors. Retail and dining options at the intersection of Country Club Road and North Peace Haven Road include Walgreens, Harris Teeter, Kimono Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar, Monte De Rey Mexican, and Real Q, known for its Lexington-style barbecue. For larger shopping needs, Hanes Mall area is a few miles south. Peace Haven is conveniently connected to Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 421, facilitating commutes to downtown Winston-Salem and Piedmont Triad International Airport, 32 miles away. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools: Sherwood Forest Elementary, Thomas Jefferson Middle, and Mount Tabor High School, each offering robust academic and extracurricular programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peace Haven a good place to live?
Peace Haven is a good place to live. Peace Haven is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Peace Haven is a suburban neighborhood. Peace Haven has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.1 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $106,750 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 50.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Peace Haven are renters, with 50.3% of residents renting and 49.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Peace Haven can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Peace Haven neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Peace Haven?
The median home price in Peace Haven is $480,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,370 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $102K a year to afford the median home price in Peace Haven. The average household income in Peace Haven is $107K.
What are the best public schools in Peace Haven?
The best public schools that serve Peace Haven are:
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Home Trends in Peace Haven, NC
On average, homes in Peace Haven, Winston-Salem sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Peace Haven, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$480,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
