Why Live in Sun Meadows
Sun Meadows in Winston-Salem, part of the Kernersville township, blends suburban living with a country-like setting, located about 8 ½ miles east of downtown Winston-Salem. The neighborhood features a mix of red-brick ranch-style homes from the 1960s and 1970s with spacious lawns, and newer two-story traditional, transitional, and Colonial Revival homes with smaller yards. Residents enjoy a low crime risk, safer than the national average. The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School District serves the area, with Sedge Garden Elementary and East Forsyth High School both receiving high ratings. The North Carolina Leadership Academy, a highly rated private school, is also nearby. Shopping centers along Kernersville Road provide convenient access to Target, Walmart, and Lowe's Home Improvement, while local businesses and dining options, such as The Loop and Accent Prone, add to the community's charm. Outdoor attractions include Salem Lake, Old Kernersville Lake Park, and Triad Park, which offer activities like boating, fishing, and disc golf. The Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden and Fourth of July Park, known for its annual Honeybee Festival, are also popular spots. Commuting is facilitated by nearby U.S. Route 421 and Interstate 40, with the future completion of Interstate 74 expected to improve traffic flow. Piedmont Triad International Airport is approximately 16 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sun Meadows a good place to live?
Sun Meadows is a good place to live. Sun Meadows is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Sun Meadows has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $85,383 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Sun Meadows are home owners, with 12.3% of residents renting and 87.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sun Meadows can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sun Meadows neighborhood guide.
Is Sun Meadows, NC a safe neighborhood?
Sun Meadows, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sun Meadows?
The median home price in Sun Meadows is $319,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.53%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Sun Meadows. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Sun Meadows is $85K.
What are the best public schools in Sun Meadows?
The best public schools that serve Sun Meadows are:
What are the best private schools in Sun Meadows?
The best private schools that serve Sun Meadows are:
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Are home prices dropping in Sun Meadows?
Yes, home prices in Sun Meadows are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sun Meadows, NC
On average, homes in Sun Meadows, Winston-Salem sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Sun Meadows, Winston-Salem over the last 12 months is $316,250, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$316,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
