Hanes Lake is one of Winston-Salem's most exciting newer communities, a thoughtfully designed lakefront neighborhood on the former 184-acre Hanes family estate in Pfafftown. With scenic walking trails, a resort-style amenity center, and flexible new-construction home plans, Hanes Lake offers the kind of community infrastructure that established neighborhoods simply cannot replicate.
A Neighborhood With a Story
The land beneath Hanes Lake belonged to the Hanes family, of Hanes Brands fame, for generations before being developed into what is now one of northwest Winston-Salem's most sought-after new communities. The 26-acre lake and surrounding trail system preserve the estate's natural character while the community's amenities, school district, and proximity to the city have made it one of the fastest-growing residential areas in Forsyth County.
What It Feels Like to Live in Hanes Lake
Hanes Lake is anchored by its signature lake, which serves as the centerpiece for a trail network connecting the community's homes, clubhouse, and recreation areas. Home styles range from efficient townhome-style plans starting around 1,476 sq ft to spacious single-family homes over 3,900 sq ft, with flexible floor plans designed for home offices, bonus rooms, and multigenerational living. Sidewalk-lined streets and generous green spaces create a walkable, connected feel.
Parks, Schools & Local Life
Life in Hanes Lake means easy access to everything that makes Winston-Salem worth living in:
- 26-acre lake with a private dock for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding
- Resort-style pool, clubhouse, playground, and cornhole courts
- Scenic walking and biking trails winding through the community and connecting to the lakefront
- 12 minutes from Wake Forest University and approximately 20 minutes from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Forsyth Medical Center
- Zoned for Vienna Elementary, Lewisville Middle, and Ronald Wilson Reagan High School, one of Forsyth County's most sought-after school feeder patterns
Who Buys in Hanes Lake?
Hanes Lake appeals strongly to growing families seeking newer construction, professionals who want outdoor amenity living without the maintenance of a rural property, and physicians or WFU faculty who want an easy commute in a well-regarded school district. The community's variety of home sizes and price points also makes it accessible to a broad range of buyers.
Selling in Hanes Lake?
As one of Winston-Salem's newer master-planned communities, Hanes Lake offers sellers the advantage of a highly desirable destination address and a pool of buyers specifically seeking this type of community. Village Realty's knowledge of the local new-construction market gives sellers a meaningful edge.
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Where you'll find Hanes Lake
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Close by
- The 26-acre lake, private dock and trail network
- Clubhouse, resort-style pool and playground
- Wake Forest University, about 12 minutes away
- Vienna Elementary and Reagan High School
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