Ardmore is Winston-Salem's largest historic district, a sprawling, tree-lined neighborhood just two miles southwest of downtown where character-filled homes, walkable streets, and a genuine sense of community have made it one of the most sought-after addresses in the city for over a century.
A Neighborhood With a Story
Ardmore grew out of Salem's economic boom of the early 1900s, when R.J. Reynolds Tobacco and Hanes Hosiery were expanding and Winston-Salem was the largest city in North Carolina. The neighborhood served as the residential backbone connecting Reynolds' downtown operations with Hanes' Stratford Road campus. Today, with more than 2,200 homes on over 600 acres, Ardmore is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of the state's largest historic districts.
What It Feels Like to Live in Ardmore
There is no "typical" home in Ardmore, and that is precisely the point. The architectural palette spans Craftsman bungalows, Queen Anne cottages, American Foursquare homes, Colonial Revivals, and mid-century ranches, all interspersed among mature trees and quarter-acre lots. Many homes were built with live-in apartments, reflecting Ardmore's roots as a neighborhood for both the affluent professional class and the craftsmen and workers who served them.
Parks, Schools & Local Life
Life in Ardmore means easy access to everything that makes Winston-Salem worth living in:
- Miller Park, one of Winston-Salem's largest neighborhood parks, with sports fields, nature trails, a playground, and picnic areas
- Ardmore Park on Melrose Street, baseball, softball, soccer fields, and tennis courts
- Walkable to a broad range of restaurants, coffee shops, and retail along Peters Creek Parkway and Trade Street
- Perfectly positioned between Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, making it a natural landing spot for medical professionals
- Zoned to Moore Elementary, Wiley Middle, and Reynolds High School within Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
Who Buys in Ardmore?
Ardmore attracts buyers who want genuine neighborhood character at an accessible price point. First-time buyers, medical professionals, university faculty, and young families are all drawn here, and the diversity of housing styles means there is something for nearly every budget. Craftsman bungalows from the 1920s and '30s can be found under $300K; updated Colonials and larger homes regularly reach $500K and above.
Selling in Ardmore?
Ardmore's historic designation, central location, and consistent buyer demand make it one of Winston-Salem's most liquid markets. Well-presented homes move quickly, and sellers benefit from Village Realty's deep knowledge of what makes each block and home style distinctive.
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Where you'll find Ardmore
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Close by
- Miller Park
- Ardmore Park on Melrose Street
- Peters Creek Parkway and Trade Street
- Wake Forest Baptist and Novant Health Forsyth medical centers
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