Established suburban neighborhood 5 miles from Downtown Greensboro
Deep in the northwestern suburbs of Greensboro is a valley of lush greenery. As Bryan Boulevard carves through the trees toward Downtown, it passes by the aptly named Forest Valley. This highly sought-after and well-established neighborhood is known for spacious homes, with life’s necessities only a few miles outside its peaceful boundaries. "Homes here have a lot of character, and you're in an excellent location,” says seven-year Realtor Jasmine Phillips of Realty One Group Results. Carley Mann, a North Carolina native and Realtor with Re/Max Realty Consultants, agrees. “You’re off two major roads. You can get downtown pretty quickly, as well as other locations within Greensboro. It’s a really nice place to be without being right in the center of Greensboro,” Mann says.
Forest Valley is only minutes from downtown Greensboro.
Forest Valley offers quiet suburban living only minutes from downtown.
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Brick homes with plenty of space on landscaped lots
Along the softly curving streets in Forest Valley, brick mailboxes are like pillars supporting the neighborhood’s established feel, sitting at the end of smooth, concrete driveways. Lots here are well-maintained and decorated, with residents adorning their quarter-acre properties with flourishing trees, trimmed shrubs and colorful flower beds. An array of homes, primarily from the 1960s and 1970s, rests on these manicured lawns. Buyers will find brick ranch-styles, Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals with plenty of room to grow. Mann explains: “They're a nice size for a lot of folks, usually around 3,000 square feet, give or take. They usually have four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. They might have a garage, which is a little harder to find once you get closer to Downtown Greensboro.” Home prices correlate with square footage, ranging from $350,000 to $600,000. Forest Valley homes don’t stay on the market long, selling on average after only 12 days, compared to the national average of 42 days.
Curb appeal and well manicured homes are important in Forest Valley.
Forest Valley features many styles of homes on decent sized lots.
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Highly rated Guilford County Schools
Children here can attend Sternberger Elementary School, which earns an A-minus from Niche. Sternberger offers the ACES after-school care program, where students participate in educational and recreational activities, from arts and crafts to group games and reading time. Students can move on to B-rated Kiser Middle School. A new Kiser Middle is being built on the same site as the current building, with doors set to open for students in January 2025. Teens can attend Grimsley High School, with its A rating on Niche and an active band program where students can participate in a variety of ensembles that compete locally and nationally.
Welcome to Kiser Middle School in Lake Daniel, NC.
Grimsley High School serves students 9-12th grade.
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Soar over Country Park
In the heart of the neighborhood is Forest Valley Park, a nearly seven-acre green space featuring a playground and basketball court. Ball fields and tennis courts are nearby at one of Greensboro's largest parks, Country Park. The 400-acre outdoor playground has a diverse spectrum of amenities. On the two fully stocked lakes, anglers try to reel in catfish, bluegill and largemouth bass while residents take breezy laps around the water on colorful, animal-shaped paddle boats. Hikers can traverse the 13 miles of wooded nature trails, and pet owners can bring their pups to Bark Park to socialize. The Greensboro Science Center is next door. It's a zoo, museum, aquarium and adventure park wrapped into one. Visitors can get a peek into the natural habitats of different animals before flying down the Flyway Zipline, taking in views of Country Park from above.
Forest Valley park lovers head up to Country Park for all kinds of outdoor fun.
Outdoor enthusiasts from Forest Valley can enjoy the paths at Country Park.
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Shop and dine at Friendly Center
Mann says that for everything from clothing to groceries and home goods, most locals head to The Shops at Friendly Center. The sprawling outdoor shopping mall features national retailers like Macy’s, Barnes & Noble and Whole Foods, and local boutiques, including Pink Poppy Shoppe and Ivy & Leo, offering two different styles of clothing, decor and accessories. After working up an appetite, residents can visit one of Friendly Center’s many restaurants. Locals love the Mexican fare at Poblano's, the New American menu and atmosphere at Harper’s and the Mediterranean eats at Pita Delite. For sweet treats like cookies or cake by the slice, residents stop by Dewey’s Bakery, a regional chain founded in Winston-Salem in 1930. For entertainment, residents can catch a movie showing at Regal Greensboro Grande.
Movie goers from Forest Valley head over to the Grande for the latest flicks.
For a day of shopping, Forest Valley folks head over to the shops at Friendly Center.
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Getting around Greensboro
While the quiet streets here are perfect for morning walks, Mann notes that to get around town, “most people have their own cars and drive.” With easy access to Bryan Boulevard, residents can get to Downtown Greensboro, a 5-mile drive, in less than 15 minutes. The boulevard connects to Interstate 840 for trips to Winston-Salem, a 27-mile drive. Piedmont Triad International Airport is a little over 7 miles away. Cyclists can circle the neighborhood on bike-friendly streets, including Hobbs and Red Forest roads. For longer rides, Westridge Road has dedicated bike lanes and connects to local bike trails and parks. The nearest Greensboro Transit Agency bus stops are a mile and a half away along Battleground Avenue.
Forest Valley sits adjacent to several vital NC highways, allowing folks to easily travel.
Forest Valley residents can utilize GTA busses from Friendly Center to downtown.
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Parks in this Area
Bog Garden at Benjamin Park
Lake
Trails
Events
Forest Valley Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Country Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden
Trails
Events
Nature Center
Cascade Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Luper Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Gracewood Park
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forest Valley
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Valley, Greensboro sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Forest Valley, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $418,900, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
One level living - 4 bedroom, 2 bath - brick home on corner lot. Freshly painted, hardwood floors, and ready to move in. Very convenient to shopping, parks, and restaurants. Enjoy the outdoors while sitting inside screened in back deck. Home has a sunroom off the kitchen area, and lots of storage areas around home. An amazing rental home.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
800
Median Age
48
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$115,499
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,486
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
64.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
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®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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