Downtown Greensboro
Young professionals, LGBTQ+, grad students, entrepreneurs, empty nesters, and creatives
The Vibe:
Downtown Greensboro is compact, walkable, and steadily revitalizing, with a mix of old warehouses turned into lofts, new apartments, rooftop bars, indie restaurants, and galleries. It has an urban energy that stands out in a mostly suburban metro. While it's still catching up to larger cities in terms of density, it punches above its weight when it comes to live-work-play lifestyle, especially for those connected to UNCG, A&T, or the city’s creative and entrepreneurial scenes. The vibe is laid-back but increasingly cosmopolitan.
Zoned Schools:
-Washington Montessori Elementary
-Mendenhall Middle School
-Dudley High School
(Note: Many locals opt for magnet, charter, or private school alternatives.)
Median Home Price: ~$330,000 (mostly condos, townhomes, and a handful of historic single-family)
Similar Neighborhoods
- Downtown Durham
- South End (Charlotte)
- Glenwood South (Raleigh)
Fisher Park
Young professionals, professors, creatives, and old-home enthusiasts
The Vibe:
Fisher Park is Greensboro’s most iconic historic district, filled with early 20th-century homes, shaded streets, and a central park that anchors the neighborhood. It’s got beautiful character with Craftsman, Colonial Revival, and Tudor-style homes that feel lifted from a period movie. There’s a small-town charm with big-city proximity: downtown Greensboro is just blocks away, and the park is a social hub for joggers, dog walkers, and neighborhood events.
Zoned Schools:
-Lindley Elementary
-Kiser Middle School
-Grimsley High School
Median Home Price: ~$480,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Oakwood (Raleigh)
- Historic Dilworth (Charlotte)
- Five Points (Durham)
Lindley Park
Young families, graduate students, remote workers, and neighborhood loyalists
The Vibe:
Lindley Park blends a laid-back lifestyle with community pride. With tree-lined sidewalks, a central park, and local favorites like Hops Burger Bar and Common Grounds Coffee, it feels tight-knit without being stuffy. The neighborhood draws both UNCG-connected professionals and families who want good public schools, local flavor, and a real sense of place. Bungalows, modest brick homes, and a few newer builds make it approachable and charming.
Zoned Schools
-Lindley Elementary
-Kiser Middle School
-Grimsley High School
Median Home Price: ~$360,000
Similar Neighborhoods
- Durham’s Lakewood
- Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood
- Winston-Salem’s Ardmore
Irving Park
Affluent families, executives, and long-time Greensboro residents
The Vibe:
Irving Park is Greensboro’s traditional high-end neighborhood, anchored by the historic Greensboro Country Club. Filled with grand homes, manicured lawns, and architectural variety, from Georgian and Colonial to sprawling contemporary builds. It’s not flashy, but rather old-school elegant, with residents who have often lived here for generations. While not walkable in a commercial sense, it’s quiet, green, and close to everything in North Greensboro.
Zoned Schools:
-Irving Park Elementary
-Mendenhall Middle School
-Page High School
Median Home Price: ~$800,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Myers Park (Charlotte)
- Hope Valley (Durham)
- Country Club Hills (Raleigh)
Sunset Hills
Families, mid-career professionals, and established locals
The Vibe:
Sunset Hills is a picturesque, family-friendly neighborhood with plenty of charm. The homes are mostly brick and traditional, built mid-century, but well cared for. Kids play in the yards, neighbors host porch parties, and the whole place lights up for the holidays, especially the neighborhood’s famous Christmas display. It's close to downtown, with walkability to Friendly Center, and a real sense of safety and stability.
Zoned Schools:
-Sternberger Elementary
-Kiser Middle School
-Grimsley High School
Median Home Price: ~$510,000
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Buena Vista (Winston-Salem)
- North Hills (Raleigh)
- Elizabeth (Charlotte)
Dunleath Historic District
Young families, creatives, boomer downsizers, and first-time buyers
The Vibe:
Once known as the Charles B. Aycock neighborhood, this area reclaimed its name in 2017 out of respect for its deep historical roots and evolving identity. Bounded by East Bessemer, Murrow Boulevard, and the old rail corridor, Dunleath is anchored by Summit Avenue, a grand, early-20th-century boulevard fed by streetcars and lined with Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Foursquare, and Craftsman homes
Today, it blends rich architectural detail with amenities like Sternberger Park, the historic World War Memorial Stadium, and the year-round Greensboro Farmers’ Curb Market. Expect neighborly block parties, front porches, and a real sense of community, all just a mile from downtown.
Zoned Schools:
-Irving Park Elementary
-Melvin C. Swann Middle School
-Grimsley High School
Median Home Price: ~$370,000 — a mix of historic fixers and renovated craftsman and foursquare homes
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Fisher Park (Greensboro)
- Five Points (Durham)
- Oakwood (Raleigh)