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A new chapter for Smith Homes
Built in 1951 as Greensboro’s first public housing community, Smith Homes is now undergoing redevelopment. The city demolished much of the public housing here in 2022 to construct 400 new affordable units, slated for completion by 2027. “The city of Greensboro has done a reinvestment on the southside,” says Shannon Teamer, the recreation center superintendent for Greensboro Parks & Recreation. “They’re turning streets into boulevards, putting in new medians and reinvesting into the parks. It’s a good time to be on the southside, especially if you’re going to hang around for the next 10 years." Teamer, who first moved to the city to attend the University of North Carolina Greensboro in 2006, says the neighborhood’s single-family homes are attractive to retirees looking to downsize, as well as first-time homebuyers who want to be close to downtown. This results in a diverse mix of longtime residents, families and newcomers.
Midcentury housing surrounded by tall trees
Smith Homes’ age is reflected in its greenery — tall, mature trees shade the wide, sidewalk-less streets. The northern half of the neighborhood is primarily dedicated to the city's townhouse-style public-housing units. The remaining streets feature a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes, cottages and bungalows, as well as a few two-story traditional homes and split-levels. Living space here averages around 1,000 square feet, far below the national figure of 1,930 square feet, but lawns can be large enough to host multiple shade trees, while private driveways between homes keep neighbors at a comfortable distance. Prices rose 22% from 2023 to 2024, ranging from $60,000 to $225,000.
Though Smith Homes is less than three miles from Greensboro, lush green trees are in abundance.
Ranch is a common style of home in the Smith Homes neighborhood of Greensboro.
Ranches can be found down many Smith Homes streets.
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Xperience @ Caldcleugh hosts a range of recreational programs
Public parks, recreation centers and a greenway are all close by in Smith Homes. The Caldcleugh Multicultural Arts Center, also known as the Xperience @ Caldcleugh, sits in the heart of the neighborhood. Home to a playground, a teaching garden, an amphitheater, a makerspace and more, the center provides a range of programs for youth and adults. “We have a card club. We have a dance room, so we have Detroit-style ballroom dancing. We have some STEAM and STEM programs like the Lego Builders Club,” says Rashida Bryant, Caldcleugh’s recreation center supervisor. “We have an all-day teen camp in the summer that was a real success. The impact has been positive.”
Softball and baseball are the things to do at Old Peck Park, a small green space on the opposite side of Freeman Mill Road. To the south, the 5-acre Spring Valley Park features a basketball court and a playground separated by South Buffalo Creek. Several recreation centers are within a mile of the neighborhood, including Warnersville Recreation Center, a summertime hangout due to its outdoor pool and basketball court. The public Gillespie Golf Course is nearby for playing a 9- or 18-hole round or taking some practice swings at the driving range.
The Caldcleugh Multicultural Arts Center is a safe place for Smith Homes.
Caldcleugh's Teaching Garden is on the outskirts of Smith Homes and welcomes young gardeners.
Parks surround the Smith Homes community and well maintained.
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Fish plates, vegan eats and Four Seasons Town Centre
Small strip malls dot the east and west sides of Smith Homes, hosting barber shops, convenience stores and boutiques. Next to Freeman Mill Square is Butler’s Catering, a longtime soul food favorite, open for dinner Thursday through Saturday. “You can get a hot fish plate for around $10. I go there quite often,” says Daniel Lyons Sr., a Realtor with Family Realty Co., which has sold homes in the area since 1965. Other local restaurants are sprinkled around the area, including Mike’s Vegan Grill, where the walls are covered in greenery, and baskets are filled with plant-based burgers and hot dogs. Dollar General and Family Dollar are nearby for quick supply runs, and two Food Lions are in the area for groceries. Four Seasons Town Centre, featuring three floors of name-brand retailers and department stores, is only 3 miles away.
Food Lion is the main grocery store convenient to Smith Homes.
There are several small retail shops in the Smith Homes community.
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More than 1,100 events at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex
From ACC and NCAA basketball tournaments and cheerleading competitions to concerts and craft shows, the nearby Greensboro Coliseum Complex hosts more than 1,100 events annually. The complex, anchored by the Greensboro Coliseum, includes Piedmont Hall, White Oak Amphitheater, the Greensboro Aquatic Center and the ACC Hall of Champions. Also close to the neighborhood is Oden Brewing Co., host to one of the city’s newest annual events, the Little Big City Festival, which celebrates the local music and art scene each October.
The new K-8 Peck Expeditionary Learning School
Clara J. Peck Elementary, Jackson Middle and Ben L. Smith High are the neighborhood’s assigned schools, but Guilford County Schools allows families to apply to magnet schools and certain high school programs. Peck Elementary earns an overall rating of B-minus from Niche. The district is building Peck K-8 Expeditionary Learning School behind the original school, which dates to 1929. This new Peck, slated to open in January 2025, will be a regional magnet school focusing on expeditionary learning. Jackson Middle receives a C rating and benefits from GEAR UP, a federally funded program that helps students prepare for college or technical school. Ben L. Smith High gets a C-plus and offers a Manufacturing & Engineering Academy. The neighborhood is home to Erwin Montessori School, a B-rated public magnet elementary school. Hope Academy GSO, a private kindergarten through eighth-grade Christian school, is less than a mile away. The University of North Carolina Greensboro, known for its business and psychology programs, is about 2 miles north.
The flag for the Calvin Wiley Elementary School is at the front entrance.
The entrance of Ben L. Smith High School has beautiful glass windows.
Studying at Jackson Middle School earns a path to a variety of high schools.
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Public Transportation is very convenient for Smith Homes.
Commuting around the Piedmont Triad
The commute into Downtown Greensboro from Smith Homes is less than 3 miles. The Downtown Greenway provides cyclists with an off-road route into the city center, while Greensboro Transit Agency buses pick up riders along West Florida Street. The city’s bus routes converge at J. Douglas Galyon Depot (also known as Greensboro Station), which has Amtrak and Greyhound service to places like Raleigh, Charlotte and New York. Freeman Mill Road offers a direct route from the neighborhood to Interstate 40, which leads to Winston-Salem to the west and Durham to the east. U.S. Route 29 can be used to reach High Point. Piedmont Triad International Airport is about 14 miles away via I-40.
Peace on Purpose trains conflict mediation
Smith Homes receives a CAP Index crime score of 8 out of 10, significantly higher than the national average of 4 out of 10. Community outreach programs hope to make a positive impact. In 2022, the city of Greensboro created the Office of Community Safety to focus on violence prevention. One of its programs, Peace on Purpose, trains community members to avoid violence by mediating conflicts.
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Parks in this Area
Springdale Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Steelman Park
Basketball
Lake
Tennis
Southmont Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
Old Peck Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Sussmans Street Park
Warnersville Recreation Center
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Smith Homes
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Smith Homes, Greensboro sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Smith Homes, Greensboro over the last 12 months is $177,745, up 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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COMING SOON! Four-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse, conveniently located close to downtown, shopping, and restaurants. Large living room, lots of closet space, and alarm system,
COMING SOON! Four-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse, conveniently located close to downtown, shopping, and restaurants. Large living room, lots of closet space, and alarm system,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,299
Median Age
29
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
35.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,696
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,536
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
5.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.8%
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®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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