Homes for Sale in Winston Salem, NC with Waterfront | realtor.com® (2024)

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According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in Winston Salem is estimated to be 86.3% of the national average making it one of the least expensive cities in the US.

It's easy to see why people like DeAngelis choose to move to Greater Winston-Salem, NC. Known as the “City of Arts and Innovation,” this northwest North Carolina region offers affordability, great job and education opportunities, a growing arts scene and delicious dining options.

Of all the tropical destinations across the country, only one in North Carolina made the list: Sunset Beach. Sunset Beach is located in Brunswick County, NC.

Ardmore is a historic district in Winston Salem and is one of the best places to live. It boasts of Queen Anne craftsman-style architecture, which is popular amongst new buyers. In addition, the neighborhood is equipped with nature trails and Salem Lake park for all your outdoor adventures.

Winston-Salem is a historical city primed for your perfect retirement. The city's low cost of living, tax benefits, moderate climate, culinary scene, universities, and hospitals make it an excellent choice.

Whereas the Triangle and Charlotte metros require a six-figure income, Winston-Salem requires an annual salary of $81,869 for a single person to live comfortably, tying it for 11th out of the 99 metros with New Orleans and Denver. Greensboro placed at No. 30 ($87,110) and Durham landed at No. 63 ($99,050).

Downtown Winston Salem

With a median home price of $364,763 and a median rent of $1,095, Downtown Winston Salem is the most expensive neighborhood on our list. Based on the growth in home prices in Downtown Winston Salem over the last 3 years, it ranks No. 1 among all the neighborhoods in Winston Salem.

One of the things people tell me they love Winston-Salem is that it has a terrific vibe. It's a city with fine art, which gives it a great, funky ambiance, but it still has plenty of Southern charm and hospitality.

Is Winston-Salem up and coming? ›

Southern Living named Wilmington and Winston-Salem among the regional destinations that are “on the rise.” The list was a tribute to cities that the magazine said are sometimes overlooked but are making names for themselves.

Lakes With The Clearest Water in Charlotte, NC

Lake Lure: With its emerald-green hues, Lake Lure attracts visitors with its pristine waters and incredible views. Badin Lake: Nestled in the Uwharrie National Forest, Badin Lake boasts clear water, making it ideal for boating and swimming.

Charlotte Water is excited to announce that for another year, your drinking water meets and exceeds state and federal drinking water standards, with zero water quality violations. Our scientists and water quality professionals perform more than 170,000 tests per year on regulated and unregulated contaminants.

Though finding beaches within 3 hours of Charlotte, NC is pretty tough, most of these beaches are within a 3 to 4-hour drive.

The best lake living in North Carolina is in Lake Toxaway and Lake Glenville. There's no other place in North Carolina where you'll be surrounded by small towns and charming locales. Lake Glenville is a hidden gem tucked away in the mountains of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.