This small, unincorporated community sits at the center of the Piedmont Triad, 15 miles away from High Point and Winston-Salem and about 20 miles from downtown Greensboro. With much of the neighborhood occupied by industrial parks and employment centers, residents of Colfax enjoy secluded, quiet streetscapes with access to nearby areas like Kernersville for shopping and recreation. “You’re a little further out, but you still have access to colleges in the area like High Point University and the airport,” says Bonnie Owens, local real estate agent at Mantle Realty and nearby resident of 12 years. Piedmont Triad International Airport sits just 10 miles east of Colfax, meaning some residents of Colfax will hear passing planes depending on their location.
Colfax
Neighborhood in Greensboro, North Carolina
Guilford County 27235, 27284
Wide-set homes for every budget
Colfax features a wide range of available homes. “You can find investment properties and fixer-uppers, all the way up to million-dollar properties,” Owens says. Midcentury National and Farmhouse-style homes with covered front porches on large lots can sell for around $250,000, while newer constructions tend to sit closer together with fenced-in backyards with covered patios. Four-bedroom New Traditional-style homes featuring vertical siding, stone detailing and prominent two-car garages can sell for as little as $400,000. Some Colonial Revival-style homes from the 1990s and 2000s featuring brick exteriors and dormer windows on expansive lots can sell for over $500,000, while estate-style homes on multi-acre lots with large, manicured gardens and attached three-car garages can sell for as much as $1 million. Three-bedroom townhomes, built in the 2000s or 2020s on the neighborhood’s south side, also feature attached two-car garages and stone detailing on their exteriors and can sell for around $300,000.
Electives and extracurriculars at southwest Guilford schools
Local kids may attend Colfax Elementary School, rated A-minus by Niche, which offers an After-School Care Enrichment Services program, where students may stay after school to receive help on their homework and participate in other arts and crafts and reading exercises. Students at the B-rated Southwest Guilford Middle may join athletic programs like basketball and wrestling. The B-plus-rated Southwest Guilford High offers electives in business and marketing, computer science, Microsoft Excel and Adobe Visual Design. After-school clubs feature a range of topics, including ping pong, fishing, sports medicine and robotics.
Highway access to the greater Triad area
The Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation’s Route 17 bus can take residents of Colfax into downtown Winston-Salem, with stops along Route 421, while Route 20 can take residents further into Greensboro. I-40 can also take locals into Winston-Salem and Greensboro, 15 and 19 miles away respectively, while High Point is about 15 miles south. Nearby hospitals include Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center on the other side of Colfax’s western border.
Shop at Piedmont Triad Farmers Market for local produce
The Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmers Market is a staple of the community, open daily until 6 p.m. for fresh local produce, sweets, and other local creations. Just next door to the market, Moose Café serves southern comfort food for breakfast and lunch, made from farm-fresh seasonal ingredients. A few miles west in Kernersville, OutWest Steakhouse serves steak and seafood with old-school western décor and is known for its excellent wine selection. For the most part, grocery stores are located outside of neighborhood boundaries, with a nearby Food Lion located about 5 miles away in Kernersville.
Disc golf and other athletic fields
The nearby Johnson Street Sports Complex features a regulation baseball/softball field that frequently hosts little league games, with a butterfly-themed playground nearby for kids to enjoy. For more extensive facilities, Triad Park offers many athletic fields, including sand volleyball courts and a disc golf course, plus three different brightly colored playgrounds and a rock-climbing area. The Caroline Field of Honor, housed within Triad Park, stands as a monument to the veterans of the Triad area.
Craft beer and live music at Gypsy Road Brewing Co.
Locals can head to the nearby Gypsy Road Brewing Co. for trivia nights on Tuesdays, Music Bingo on Thursdays, plus occasional live music and pop-up markets.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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John Nosek
John Nosek
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Yost & Little Realty
(743) 222-3216
58 Total Sales
1 in Colfax
$263,000 Price
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Milly Khowala
Milly Khowala
Fathom Realty Greensboro
(336) 649-4682
147 Total Sales
4 in Colfax
$295K - $402K Price Range
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Laura Faircloth Gault
Laura Faircloth Gault
Coldwell Banker Advantage
(336) 823-6880
104 Total Sales
2 in Colfax
$200K - $305K Price Range
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Colleen Long
Colleen Long
Responds QuicklyAllen Tate - Greensboro
(743) 222-5838
101 Total Sales
1 in Colfax
$295,500 Price
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Jamie Harrelson
Jamie Harrelson
(336) 594-2850
270 Total Sales
2 in Colfax
$315K - $400K Price Range
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Kelly Marks
Kelly Marks
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Yost & Little Realty
(743) 222-5015
123 Total Sales
1 in Colfax
$314,900 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Paul J Ciener Botanical Garden
Triad Park
Field of Honor - Triad Park
Deep River Recreation Center & Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Johnson Street Sports Complex
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Colfax | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Colfax, Greensboro sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Colfax, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $407,359, down 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$417,000
Median Single Family Price
$410,930
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Months of Supply
4.60
Median List Price
$419,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
902
Median Year Built
1999
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,288
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,753
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 271am - 3pm
$365,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,383 Sq Ft
- 623 Gray Wilson Rd
- New 6 days ago
Enjoy 1.72 acres of peaceful privacy in the NW school district—country charm with city convenience! This is an open floor plan and completely updated. With new Granite countertops throughout, Fresh paint and floors. 2025 HVAC. This one-level gem offers an open, split floor plan filled with natural light. The spacious living room flows into a dedicated dining area and a kitchen with ample counter
Matthew MacLanders Keller Williams One
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Sunday, Apr 278am - 7pm
$270,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,390 Sq Ft
- 309 Tanbark Ct
Welcome to this charming home with a cozy fireplace and fresh interior paint throughout. The natural color palette creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by a nice backsplash in the kitchen. The primary bathroom features good under sink storage for added convenience. Step outside to find a fenced in backyard with a covered sitting area, perfect for enjoying the outdoors in privacy.
Thomas Shoupe Opendoor Brokerage LLC
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Sunday, Apr 272 - 4pm
$335,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,713 Sq Ft
- 1604 Sunny Hill Way
Beautifully maintained end unit townhome in Colfax. Large open kitchen/family room area perfect for gathering with your friends or family. Freshly painted interior and high grade carpet recently installed upstairs. Enjoy lounging out on the lovely, all brick fenced in patio. Community Clubhouse, pool and fitness room included in your dues. Convenient to I-40, Triad Park, VA Hospital and an easy
Susan Ayers HomeZu
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$150,000
- Land
- 2.20 Acre Lot
- 625 Gray-Wilson Rd
- New 5 days ago
Discover the perfect spot to build your dream home on this flat, cleared 2.2 acrelot. Enjoy added privacy with a wood privacy fence already in place. The property features a few fruit trees and plenty of open space for your vision to come to life. Modular or stick-built homes only—no manufactured homes. Existing Red Barn on the property already. Surrounded by nature, you'll love watching deer and
Matthew MacLanders Keller Williams One
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$199,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,020 Sq Ft
- 8921 W Market St
- New 13 days ago
Completely renovated and move-in ready! This charming 1-story home offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and sits on 0.27± acres with 275 +/- FT OF ROAD FRONTAGE. Inside, enjoy new LVP flooring, fresh paint, and a bright functional layout. The charming and tastefully updated kitchen features modern cabinets, stainless appliances, and a bold accent backsplash. The spacious primary bedroom includes two
Maria Ticra
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$429,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,983 Sq Ft
- 520 S Bunker Hill Rd
- New 16 days ago
Rare opportunity in highly sought after Colfax! Nestled on 3.98 beautiful acres, this charming 3 bed, 2 bath home with a basement offers the perfect blend of privacy and potential. Surrounded by blooming dogwoods and open space, there's plenty of room for gardens or creating your own peaceful retreat. Enjoy country living with all the conveniences just minutes away. Bring your vision and make
Eric Lupton United Realty Group Inc
Homes for Rent
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$1,295 - $1,685 per month
- The Grove at Kernersville
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 900+ Sq Ft
- 1014 Grays Land Ct
- Kernersville, NC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,282
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,481
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,405
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
52.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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