What BestPlaces Users Say about Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem, North Carolina is a city located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a population of over 245,000, it is the fifth-largest city in the state. Winston-Salem is known for its rich history in tobacco and textiles, but has since diversified its economy to include healthcare, education, and technology. It is also home to several universities and a vibrant arts scene. With its mild climate and affordable cost of living, Winston-Salem has become a popular choice for individuals and families looking to relocate.
Background information: As someone who is considering moving to Winston-Salem, it is important to hear from those who have lived in the city. Many user reviews on BestPlaces.net offer valuable insights into the experience of living in Winston-Salem. Here are a few excerpts from four different user reviews that provide a diverse perspective on the city.
1) Sarah R. shares, "I have lived in Winston-Salem my entire life and have seen it grow and change. It's a great place to raise a family with affordable housing, good schools, and plenty of activities for kids." This review highlights the family-friendly aspect of Winston-Salem and its affordability.
2) On the other hand, John D. states, "I moved to Winston-Salem for school and have been here for 3 years. The city has a lot of potential but it's not quite there yet. There are limited job opportunities, especially for young professionals." This review offers a more critical view of the job market in the city, particularly for young professionals.
3) Another user, Maria L., shares, "I absolutely love living in Winston-Salem. The downtown area is charming and there are always events going on. Plus, the surrounding areas offer beautiful hiking trails." This review highlights the city's charming downtown and the variety of outdoor activities available.
4) Lastly, Anil S. writes, "I've lived in Winston-Salem for 10 years and the people here are some of the friendliest I have ever met. However, the city lacks diversity and there isn't much to do here compared to larger cities." This review provides insight into the community in Winston-Salem and mentions the city's lack of diversity.
Overall, these reviews showcase the positive aspects of living in Winston-Salem such as its family-friendly environment, affordability, charming downtown, and friendly community. However, they also touch on potential concerns such as limited job opportunities and lack of diversity. It is important to consider a variety of perspectives when making the decision to move to a new city.
based on 26 ReviewsGet to know Winston-Salem with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Winston-Salem
Can you tell me the best neighborhoods in the Wins - 10/19/2011
I am planning on moving to the Winston Salem area next spring and wanted to ask what areas are the best to live? I've heard Lewisville is very nice but are there any others? I prefer a quaint smaller place outside of downtown Winston. My family and I love boating and a really great school district. I really hope you can give me some insight as to what areas I should look at. I thank you in advance for your
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Don't bother if you didn't grow up here - 9/16/2011
I have lived many places and I can say that WS has a lot of beautiful neighborhoods. It is laid back, the traffic isn't bad and the costs aren't bad.
The bad news?
The people are cliquish!!! If your daddy didn't go to Kindergarten with THEIR daddy they don't want to know you. They are very stand-offish and vicious(albeit in a subtle way). They are lazy and unimaginative. NO real work ethic here. They don't want to venture out of their little comfort zones. They think anyone from outside is an uppity snob. They are very conflicted: they want money to spend but they are nnot willing to work hard for it. Not a good place to make friends. If you are a loner then you won't mind it. But if you want a social life and/or if you are single go elsewhere.
The small towns surrounding it are
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Diamond in the Rough - 3/20/2011
Winston Salem is by no means a large city, so if you are looking for one, then this city is not the place for you. However , with that being said I will review the city as objectively as I can (which may be hard since I have lived here for over 10 years)
Cost of Living- The cost of living in Winston(as the locals call it)is great. A nice two bedroom apartment can cost $600-$900. A 2000 sqft 3 br house in a nice neighborhood with a good sized yard can range $130,00-$220,000 although great finds under this price are common. There are plenty of farmer's markets around the area with great deals on produce.
Education- Primary schools here have a good ratio of students to teachers. (20:1 in my son's classroom)However, many schools are over capacity and have extra trailers to hold classes.This is due to the ever influx of new residents to this town. Two new schools have been built to try to help this situation. High schools here can be lacking somewhat but they do
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Disappointment - 8/11/2010
Since moving to the Winston-Salem area a couple of years ago, I have to say that I have not been very impressed. With a few exceptions, everything seems very old, run-down, shut-down, and dirty. I have lived in many beautiful cities such as Cary, NC, Annapolis, MD and Greenville, SC and this place definitely ranks among the lowest. As I said, there are diamonds in the rough around the city. Lewisville is a beautiful and quaint little town on the outskirts of Winston-Salem, that I would highly recommend if you are considering moving to this area. If you are moving from a fairly newly developed city, this area will be a disappointment for
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The Bible Belt - 11/10/2009
Before moving to Winston-Salem, please, make sure you understand what it means to live immersed in a culture of fundamentalist
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NICE TOWN - 4/7/2008
A PEASENT QUIET CONMUNITY, NOT A LOT OF NIGHT LIFE, GOOD PLACE TO RAISE A
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