The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27261 sells for about $280,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 27261 — High Point
The housing market in ZIP 27261 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and consistent demand. Low inventory levels continue to support a seller's market, though rising interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
This area is well-suited for family buyers and local workers seeking affordability compared to larger metros, as well as investors looking for steady rental demand in the Piedmont Triad.
Median prices moved up 3.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
25% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 15.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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 7.4%/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 4.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 27261, Guilford County NC
Crime rates in the High Point area are generally higher than the national average, with ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address property and violent crime trends.
Schools serving the area are part of the Guilford County Schools system, which offers a mix of magnet and traditional programs with varying performance ratings across the district.
The area faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying zones, with standard insurance requirements for homeowners.
The region is anchored by the furniture and manufacturing industries, with ongoing redevelopment efforts in the downtown High Point core and infrastructure improvements to support regional logistics.
Property taxes are levied by both the City of High Point and Guilford County, with rates determined by annual assessments; special districts may apply for specific utility or fire services.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-85 and I-74 connecting to the broader Piedmont Triad employment hubs.
The area features access to local parks, the High Point City Lake Park, and various shopping districts, including the historic downtown furniture market area.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the local workforce and students, with moderate vacancy pressure and a mix of single-family and multi-family inventory.
The economy is heavily influenced by the furniture manufacturing and design industry, alongside healthcare and logistics sectors serving the Piedmont Triad.
The area is served by a network of highways including I-85 and I-74, with limited public transit options primarily focused on the city center.
Ongoing development is focused on the downtown core, with several approved mixed-use projects aimed at increasing residential density.
The Guilford County Tax Department conducts periodic revaluations to determine property assessments for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to municipal and county taxes, with potential additional levies for fire districts and school funding.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage available through major national carriers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and local municipal reports.
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.
- Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park4.39.9 mi
- ParTee Shack - Greensboro4.89.9 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Greensboro4.111 mi
- Spare Time Greensboro4.49.1 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.211.2 mi
- Greensboro Complex4.412 mi
- First Horizon Coliseum4.512.4 mi
- Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts4.814.6 mi
- Bowman Gray Stadium4.715.4 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.39.4 mi
- First Horizon Coliseum4.512.4 mi
- Regal Palladium4.46.3 mi
- ParTee Shack - Greensboro4.89.9 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Greensboro4.111 mi
- Spare Time Greensboro4.49.1 mi
- Greensboro Science Center4.715.5 mi
- Kaleideum4.617.1 mi
- Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum4.91.3 mi
- Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum4.614.8 mi
- Old Salem Museums & Gardens4.616.4 mi
- High Point City Lake Park4.64.2 mi
- Greensboro Arboretum4.812.4 mi
- Triad Park Field of Honor4.911.5 mi
- Hester Park4.59.2 mi
- Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park4.85.2 mi
- Lake Brandt Marina4.617.6 mi
- Salem Lake Marina Center & Fishing Station4.614.7 mi
- Oak Hollow Marina4.74.3 mi
- Sedgefield Country Club4.77.7 mi
- Holly Ridge Golf Links4.68.6 mi
- Oak Hollow Golf Course44.2 mi
- River Landing At Sandy Ridge4.68 mi
- Jamestown Park Golf Course4.25.1 mi
- Four Seasons Town Centre4.211 mi
- Publix Super Market at Grandover Village4.66.3 mi
- Piedmont Triad Farmers Market4.79.5 mi
- Eleven Acre Flea Market4.26.7 mi
- Dillard's Clearance Center4.22.8 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport4.411.2 mi
- GSO Airport4.611.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features a large lake, marina, and recreational facilities.
Anchor for the global furniture industry and major regional attraction.
Provides boating, fishing, and golf course access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.