Don't miss this beautifully refreshed 1927 cottage in the heart of Buena Vista! This charmer boasts lovely entertaining spaces as well as casual spaces with cozy fireplaces. The coveted main level master bedroom is spacious, featuring a fireplace, two walk-in closets and a large master bath. The updated kitchen is well appointed with a gas cooktop, large island for gathering, and a wet bar. The brick courtyard is the perfect place to gather with family and friends. Radon mitigation system added and crawl space waterproofed in 2020. See supplemental sheet for additional recent improvements. The owner is a licensed real estate agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Heather Bowen• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
Bought with Paige Dillon• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
Charming 1927 5 Bed/3.1 bath cottage on one of the most desirable streets in Buena Vista. Ideal corner lot features a stunning brick courtyard in the rear. Elegant Living Room & Dining Room w/classic built-ins. Handsome Den, Rare main-level Master Bedroom w/ fireplace & walk-in closets. Cozy updated kitchen with quartz countertops, fireplace and wet bar. Beautiful hardwoods. Even a wine cellar in basement! New light fixtures. Plus a one-car garage. This treasure has it all. You won’t want to miss out!
Triad MLS #1
Jul 11, 2017
Price Changed
$675,000
$208/sq ft
Jun 28, 2017
Price Changed
$699,000
$215/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1984
Sold
$139,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,519 (+12.2%)
$356,300 + $598,100
$954,400
2024
$9,379 (+6.8%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2022
$8,784 (+1.8%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2021
$8,626 (+4.5%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2020
$8,254 (−0.7%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2019
$8,313 (+5.3%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2018
$7,895
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2017
$7,895 (+6.4%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2016
$7,419 (+1.5%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2015
$7,306 (+3.1%)
$258,750 + $305,038
$563,788
2014
$7,085
$258,750 + $305,038
$563,788
Tax history for 701 Arbor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,519 (+12.2%)
$356,300 + $598,100
$954,400
2024
$9,379 (+6.8%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2022
$8,784 (+1.8%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2021
$8,626 (+4.5%)
$312,500 + $356,100
$668,600
2020
$8,254 (−0.7%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2019
$8,313 (+5.3%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2018
$7,895
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2017
$7,895 (+6.4%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2016
$7,419 (+1.5%)
$286,300 + $311,400
$597,700
2015
$7,306 (+3.1%)
$258,750 + $305,038
$563,788
2014
$7,085
$258,750 + $305,038
$563,788
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
3,411
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forsyth County
APN
6826202846
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
RS12
Residential Single Family District
The RS-12 District is primarily intended to accommodate moderate density single family detached dwellings in suburban and urban areas.; This district is intended for application in GMAs 2 and 3, and may be suitable for Metro Activity Centers where public facilities, including public water and sewer, public roads, parks, and other governmental support services, are available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Description: Detached Garage
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement YN: Yes
Has Basement
Basement: Unfinished, Cellar, Crawl Space
Basement Area: 584
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Room 1
Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13ft 10in x 21ft 4in
Room 2
Type: Den
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10ft 5in x 20ft 8in
Room 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18ft 2in x 20ft 6in
Room 4
Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15ft 9in x 12ft 5in
Room 5
Type: Breakfast
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14ft 3in x 16ft 6in
Room 6
Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12ft 2in x 12ft 5in
Room 7
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16ft 5in x 12ft 8in
Room 8
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12ft 2in x 12ft 8in
Room 9
Level: Second
Dimensions: 25ft 2in x 12ft 0in
Room 10
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13ft 4in x 8ft 3in
Interior Features
Has Primary On Main
Attic Description: Access Only
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Dead Bolt(s), Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Separate Shower, Solid Surface Counter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Other Equipment: Sump Pump
Fencing: Fenced
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: City Lot, Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Miscellaneous: Plantation Shutters
Land Information
Land Description: Corner, Fence(s)
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
Structure Type: House
Built Information: Existing
Year Built: 1927
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Features: Den, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
Building Information
Building Area Total: 3,832
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,254
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater: Electric
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Steam, Heat Pump, Electric, Natural Gas
Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Location
HOA Information
Association: Winston-Salem
Association YN: No
Location Details
Directions: Stratford Road North-Left on Greenbrier. House on corner of Greenbrier and Arbor. No sign in yard.
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Buena Vista
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,411
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Forsyth County
APN: 6826202846
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Whitaker Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Wiley Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
Reynolds High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Winston Salem, NC • 27104
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.36M
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