The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27408 sells for about $382,753, or $222 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% 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 $1,169 a month.
ZIP 27408 — Greensboro
The 27408 housing market remains robust, characterized by steady price appreciation and strong buyer demand for established neighborhoods. Low inventory levels continue to support a competitive environment, keeping the market stable despite broader economic fluctuations.
This ZIP is ideal for established families and professionals seeking a blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility, offering a mix of historic and mid-century housing stock.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 3.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
35% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 7.1% — 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 5.1%/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 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 27408, Guilford 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 27408 area are generally lower than the Greensboro city average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local trends remain stable, consistent with broader regional patterns in Guilford County.
The area is served by highly-rated schools within the Guilford County Schools system, often cited as a primary draw for families moving into the neighborhood.
The area faces standard regional risks including occasional severe thunderstorms and high winds, with minimal flood risk outside of designated low-lying creek zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Greensboro urban core and major regional employers in education, healthcare, and logistics. Infrastructure improvements continue to support residential density in established neighborhoods.
Property taxes are assessed by Guilford County and the City of Greensboro, with rates determined by the combined municipal and county millage. No special MUD or PID districts are typically attached to residential parcels in this established ZIP.
Residents enjoy convenient access to major thoroughfares like US-220 and I-40, providing efficient transit to downtown Greensboro and the broader Piedmont Triad employment hubs.
The area features extensive access to greenways, local parks like Country Park, and proximity to the Greensboro Science Center and various golf clubs.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and low vacancy rates, supported by the area's desirability and proximity to local universities.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, higher education, and professional services, with significant employment provided by institutions like Cone Health and local universities.
The area is well-served by a network of arterial roads and highways, with limited public transit options compared to major metropolitan centers.
Development is largely focused on maintaining the character of established neighborhoods while allowing for selective infill and commercial revitalization.
Guilford County performs periodic property revaluations to ensure assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and county tax districts, with no significant special utility or flood control districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
North Carolina continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by job growth and quality of life.
North Carolina operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with a standard process for lender recovery.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement covering the condition of the home and known defects.
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.
- Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park4.36.9 mi
- ParTee Shack - Greensboro4.86.8 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Greensboro4.14.6 mi
- Spare Time Greensboro4.46.3 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.23.8 mi
- Greensboro Complex4.43.5 mi
- First Horizon Coliseum4.53.2 mi
- Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts4.82.4 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.35.7 mi
- ParTee Shack - Greensboro4.86.8 mi
- Greensboro Science Center4.72.1 mi
- First Horizon Coliseum4.53.2 mi
- Regal Greensboro Grande4.41.7 mi
- Regal Palladium4.49.5 mi
- ParTee Shack - Greensboro4.86.8 mi
- Greensboro Science Center4.72.1 mi
- Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum4.914.6 mi
- Miriam P. Brenner Children's Museum4.62.5 mi
- Guilford Courthouse National Military Park4.72.6 mi
- International Civil Rights Center & Museum4.72.6 mi
- Hagan-Stone Park4.711.6 mi
- City of Greensboro - Country Park4.71.7 mi
- Bur-Mil Park4.65.4 mi
- Greensboro Arboretum4.82.6 mi
- High Point City Lake Park4.610.7 mi
- Lake Brandt Marina4.64.6 mi
- Lake Townsend Marina4.67.3 mi
- Bryan Park4.66.8 mi
- Sedgefield Country Club4.77.5 mi
- Greensboro National Golf Club4.310.9 mi
- Oak Hollow Golf Course412.2 mi
- Jamestown Park Golf Course4.210 mi
- Four Seasons Town Centre4.24.7 mi
- Friendly Center4.51.8 mi
- Publix Super Market at Grandover Village4.68.9 mi
- Piedmont Triad Farmers Market4.79.9 mi
- Marshalls4.33.9 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport4.46.7 mi
- GSO Airport4.66.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large public park with trails and lakes.
Major regional educational and entertainment anchor.
Premier open-air shopping and dining destination.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.