Winston-Salem is home to Wake Forest University and a stable healthcare and financial services economy. Forsyth County's property tax rate matches Guilford County, and median home prices are slightly lower than Greensboro — making it one of the most affordable mid-size North Carolina markets.
Recommended for incomes above $65k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Winston-Salem housing market
The 0.96% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Winston-Salem and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide North Carolina average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Winston-Salem buyers. Many Winston-Salem properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $100/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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