The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27105 sells for about $194,500, or $174 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+1%), a market in balance. Homes take about 26 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $926 a month.
ZIP 27105 — Winston-Salem
The 27105 housing market is currently experiencing stable conditions with moderate price growth and consistent demand for entry-level homes. Inventory remains relatively tight, keeping the market competitive for buyers in the sub-$200k price range. Overall, the area reflects the broader trends of the Winston-Salem market, balancing affordability with limited supply.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, budget-conscious families, and investors seeking entry-level housing options in the Winston-Salem market.
Median prices moved up 1.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 26 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
30% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 10.0% · poverty 27.1% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 27105, Forsyth County NC
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Northeast Winston-Salem area remain a concern, with reported incidents generally higher than the national average and regional suburban counterparts.
Schools serving the 27105 area are part of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system, with performance ratings varying significantly across individual campuses.
The area is generally at low risk for major natural disasters, though standard insurance coverage for wind and storm damage is recommended for the Piedmont region.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Winston-Salem employment base, including healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize urban corridors.
Property taxes are assessed by Forsyth County and the City of Winston-Salem, with rates determined by the combined municipal and county millage applied to the assessed value.
Residents typically face a 15-25 minute drive to reach the downtown Winston-Salem employment core, with access primarily via local arterial roads and proximity to US-52.
The area features access to local community parks and green spaces, with proximity to the broader Winston-Salem trail network and shopping centers along the main commercial corridors.
The rental market in 27105 is characterized by steady demand for affordable housing, with a mix of long-term rentals and some investor activity in single-family properties.
The economy is anchored by major regional employers in healthcare (Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist), education (Wake Forest University), and manufacturing.
The area is served by the Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) bus system, with major highway access provided by US-52 and I-40.
Ongoing municipal planning focuses on infrastructure improvements and residential infill development within the city limits.
Forsyth County utilizes a cyclical reappraisal process to determine property values for tax assessment purposes.
Parcels are subject to Forsyth County and Winston-Salem municipal taxes, with additional levies for the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district.
Property insurance premiums in the region are influenced by standard Piedmont hazard profiles, with competitive rates available through major regional carriers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Spare Time Greensboro4.419.7 mi
- Dave & Buster's Winston-Salem4.26.7 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.12.5 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park417.9 mi
- Velocity 360 Fun Zone3.618.7 mi
- Bowman Gray Stadium4.75.3 mi
- Benton Convention Center4.53.9 mi
- Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum4.42.2 mi
- Winston Salem Fairgrounds4.32.1 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.36.9 mi
- The Grand Winston-Salem by Santikos4.52.1 mi
- Kaleideum4.64.1 mi
- AMC Hanes 124.37.9 mi
- Reynolda Village Shops & Restaurants4.73.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Winston-Salem4.26.7 mi
- Kaleideum4.64.1 mi
- Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum4.918.5 mi
- Old Salem Museums & Gardens4.65.1 mi
- Reynolda House Museum of American Art4.63.1 mi
- Richard Childress Racing4.817.2 mi
- The Quarry at Grant Park4.75.8 mi
- Salem Lake Trail4.85.1 mi
- Triad Park Field of Honor4.912.2 mi
- Reynolda Gardens-Wake Forest4.83.2 mi
- Bailey Park4.74 mi
- Carolina Marina @ Belews Lake4.716.4 mi
- Salem Lake Marina Center & Fishing Station4.65.1 mi
- Oak Hollow Marina4.716.7 mi
- Pine Knolls Golf Club4.59.9 mi
- Meadowlands Golf Club4.411.5 mi
- Old Town Club4.82.7 mi
- Golf Galaxy Performance Center3.95.1 mi
- Reynolds Park Golf Course4.15.2 mi
- Hanes Mall4.26.8 mi
- Publix Super Market at Miller Street4.64.6 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.34.9 mi
- Cooks Flea Market4.11.4 mi
- Marshalls4.26.7 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport4.417.7 mi
- GSO Airport4.617.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational space and walking trails for the community.
Local retail and dining options serving the immediate neighborhood.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.