Located in the heart of Buena Vista this lovely home has been freshly painted and updated for easy living. Large rooms and a great layout are perfect for entertaining and feature beautifully refinished oak floors. Main level primary bedroom is centrally located right off the kitchen and between the two living rooms. Upstairs you will find two very large guest rooms with an updated shared bath. Brand new HVAC, new irrigation and professional landscaping are just a few of the many features. The current owners spared no expense on outdoor entertaining space include an epic outdoor living room and brand new fireplace/patio. Don't miss this opportunity. Showings start on 5/25!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$296Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Charlie Watkins• Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate
Bought with Denise Hickman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
This Buena Vista home is situated on a maintained lot with limited usable space in rear. The master and laundry rooms are on main. Less than 2 minutes to Five Points and Starbucks.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Lovely Buena Vista cottage filled with charm & comfortable spaces. Recent kitchen updates blend the home's classic features with a fresh, current style. Well-designed, cozy den, powder room & main level laundry additions offer comfort & convenience. Spacious formals. Private office boasts built-ins & its own entrance. Main level master suite w/flex room or a 2nd main floor BR. Front porch addition & rear brick patio let you enjoy outdoor living. Abundant storage & a rare 2-car att garage. A must see!
Triad MLS #2
Apr 24, 2018
Price Changed
$575,000
$177/sq ft
Apr 6, 2018
Price Changed
$589,700
$181/sq ft
Mar 22, 2018
Price Changed
$599,700
$184/sq ft
Mar 6, 2018
Price Changed
$599,900
$184/sq ft
Triad MLS #1
Jul 17, 2017
Price Changed
$609,900
$187/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2002
Sold
$440,000
$135/sq ft
Public Records
May 31, 2000
Sold
$382,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 10, 1997
Sold
$278,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 15, 1990
Sold
$87,000
$27/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,615 (+17.7%)
$370,500 + $592,600
$963,100
2024
$9,019 (+6.8%)
$325,000 + $317,900
$642,900
2022
$8,446 (+1.9%)
2021
$8,292 (−4.7%)
$325,000 + $317,700
$642,700
2020
$8,698 (−0.7%)
$297,700 + $332,200
$629,900
2019
$8,761 (+8.4%)
$297,700 + $332,200
$629,900
2018
$8,084
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2017
$8,084 (+4.5%)
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2016
$7,738 (+1.5%)
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2015
$7,620 (+3.1%)
$281,250 + $306,700
$587,950
2014
$7,389
$281,250 + $306,700
$587,950
Tax history for 785 Arbor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,615 (+17.7%)
$370,500 + $592,600
$963,100
2024
$9,019 (+6.8%)
$325,000 + $317,900
$642,900
2022
$8,446 (+1.9%)
2021
$8,292 (−4.7%)
$325,000 + $317,700
$642,700
2020
$8,698 (−0.7%)
$297,700 + $332,200
$629,900
2019
$8,761 (+8.4%)
$297,700 + $332,200
$629,900
2018
$8,084
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2017
$8,084 (+4.5%)
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2016
$7,738 (+1.5%)
$297,700 + $314,300
$612,000
2015
$7,620 (+3.1%)
$281,250 + $306,700
$587,950
2014
$7,389
$281,250 + $306,700
$587,950
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
3,246
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forsyth County
APN
6826213809
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: 2
Garage Description: Attached Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Driveway, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement YN: No
Basement: Full
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Interior Features
Has Primary On Main
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden, Gas Grill, Sprinkler System
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Land Information
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
Structure Type: House
Built Information: Existing
Year Built: 1948
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Building Information
Building Area Total: 3,254
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,698.29
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater: Electric
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Multi Units
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
HOA Information
Association: Winston-Salem
Association YN: No
Location Details
Directions: Stratford Road north to laft on Buena Vista Road to Right on Arbor Road
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Buena Vista
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,246
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Forsyth County
APN: 6826213809
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Whitaker Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Wiley Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
2/10
Reynolds High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
8% 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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Historical weather
Winston Salem, NC • 27104
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$916,000 – $1.11M
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