The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27051 sells for about $277,694, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,146 a month.
ZIP 27051 — Walkertown
The 27051 housing market shows signs of stability with moderate price appreciation and consistent demand from local buyers. While inventory levels are sufficient, the market remains sensitive to interest rate fluctuations and broader economic trends in the Winston-Salem metro area.
This ZIP code is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with more affordable housing options compared to the urban core of Winston-Salem.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% 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 8.2% · poverty 13.1% — a mixed stability 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 6.0%/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 6.2%/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 27051, 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 Walkertown area are generally lower than the Winston-Salem city average, with property crime being the primary concern. Regional trends indicate stable safety levels compared to the broader Forsyth County jurisdiction.
Schools serving the 27051 ZIP code are part of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system, which maintains a mix of performance ratings across its elementary and secondary campuses.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located in designated low-lying zones near local creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Winston-Salem employment core, with ongoing residential development and infrastructure improvements supporting the town's suburban expansion.
Property taxes are assessed by Forsyth County based on the fair market value of real estate, with additional municipal tax rates applied for properties within the Walkertown town limits.
Residents primarily commute by car to Winston-Salem, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic along the US-311 corridor.
The area features local community parks and proximity to greenways, with additional shopping and dining amenities accessible within a short drive toward the Winston-Salem metro area.
The rental market shows moderate vacancy pressure with a steady trajectory in asking rents, attracting long-term tenants rather than short-term vacation interest.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Winston-Salem labor market, which includes significant employment in healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicle use, with US-311 serving as the primary arterial route connecting the area to the regional highway network.
Development is focused on low-density residential growth, with limited commercial expansion planned for the immediate vicinity.
Forsyth County utilizes a periodic reappraisal cycle to determine property values for tax assessment purposes.
Parcels are subject to Forsyth County property taxes and are served by the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including wind and storm risks common to the North Carolina Piedmont region.
North Carolina continues to experience positive net domestic migration, driven by job growth in the Piedmont Triad region.
North Carolina is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process under the power of sale clause in deeds of trust.
Sellers are required to provide a residential property disclosure statement covering the condition of the home and known defects.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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.
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- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.218.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's Winston-Salem4.211.7 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.316.4 mi
- Celebration Station Greensboro417.3 mi
- Bowman Gray Stadium4.78.5 mi
- Benton Convention Center4.58.2 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.317.1 mi
- Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum4.47.3 mi
- Winston Salem Fairgrounds4.37.1 mi
- The Grand Winston-Salem by Santikos4.56.8 mi
- Kaleideum4.68.3 mi
- Reynolda Village Shops & Restaurants4.78.6 mi
- Reynolda House Museum of American Art4.68.5 mi
- Dave & Buster's Winston-Salem4.211.7 mi
- Greensboro Science Center4.718.4 mi
- Kaleideum4.68.3 mi
- Nido & Mariana Qubein Children’s Museum4.917.6 mi
- Old Salem Museums & Gardens4.69 mi
- Reynolda House Museum of American Art4.68.5 mi
- The Quarry at Grant Park4.78.2 mi
- Triad Park Field of Honor4.98.7 mi
- Salem Lake Trail4.87.1 mi
- Reynolda Gardens-Wake Forest4.88.6 mi
- Bailey Park4.78 mi
- Lake Brandt Marina4.617.7 mi
- Carolina Marina @ Belews Lake4.711 mi
- Salem Lake Marina Center & Fishing Station4.67.1 mi
- Oak Hollow Marina4.715 mi
- River Landing At Sandy Ridge4.611.7 mi
- Pine Knolls Golf Club4.54.7 mi
- Old Town Club4.88.1 mi
- Meadowlands Golf Club4.412.8 mi
- Golf Galaxy Performance Center3.910.1 mi
- Hanes Mall4.211.8 mi
- Publix Super Market at Miller Street4.69.6 mi
- Piedmont Triad Farmers Market4.711.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.310.4 mi
- Cooks Flea Market4.16.2 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport4.413.8 mi
- GSO Airport4.613.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features walking trails and recreational facilities for local residents.
Small-scale local retail and dining district serving the immediate community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.