Winston Salem City Property Records in North Carolina
Winston-Salem property records document ownership, transfers, assessed values, taxes, plats, liens, and related real estate history for properties in the city. Most Winston-Salem parcels are in Forsyth County, so users typically begin with Forsyth County Register of Deeds for recorded deeds, deeds of trust, plats, and other land instruments. Property tax details, assessed values, parcel maps, and ownership information are available through Forsyth County Tax Administration and Forsyth County Geo-Data Explorer. For building permits, zoning, code enforcement, and local planning records, users can contact The City of Winston-Salem Planning and Development Services Department. Court-related property matters, such as foreclosures, estate filings, or civil judgments, may be found through Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court via the North Carolina Judicial Branch. A small portion of Winston-Salem extends into Davidson County, so those properties may require searches with Davidson County Register of Deeds and Davidson County Tax Assessor.
Winston Salem Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Winston-Salem, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crime is shown through murders, robberies, and assaults, while property crime is shown through total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts.
The data lists 29 murders, 247 robberies, and 1,664 assaults among the violent crimes. For property crimes, it lists 7,421 total property crimes, 1,448 burglaries, and 900 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category. Users can use them to see which types of crime appear in the data for Winston-Salem and how frequently each one was reported.
What Is the Population Profile of Winston Salem
This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Winston-Salem, with population counts and percentages for each group. White residents are the largest group at 44% (110,330 people), followed by Black residents at 32% (79,667 people) and Hispanic residents at 18% (44,856 people). Two + Races (3%, 8,440 people) and Asian (2%, 5,620 people) are also listed, along with Other Race (0.58%), American Indian (0.17%), and Pacific Islander (0.04%).
Winston Salem, Ratings Compared Across North Carolina 
The ratings below cover different aspects of life in Winston-Salem. The three highest-rated categories are Diversity (A+), Access to Parks (A), and Good for Young Professionals (A-). Other notable ratings include Cost of Living (B+), Public Schools (B), and Walkability (B). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Winston-Salem.
How Educated Is Winston Salem
Winston-Salem's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (24%), Bachelor Degree (22%), and Some College (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Winston-Salem's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1980 - 1999 (28%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (25%) and 2000 - Present (23%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Winston-Salem's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (40%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (30%) and 1 Bedroom (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Winston-Salem's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (15%), 25 - 34 (14%), and 35 - 44 (12%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Winston Salem
Winston Salem's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $208,200. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,033 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Winston Salem's dynamic real estate landscape.