Minutes from Wake Forest University, this 3-bed, 3-bath ranch offers incredible location and versatility. The main level features comfortable living spaces and a 2-car attached carport for easy entry. The heart of the home is the kitchen’s cozy breakfast area, complete with its own fireplace—perfect for morning coffee. Downstairs, the expansive basement provides endless possibilities. Featuring a massive playroom with a second fireplace, a full bath, and abundant flexible square footage, this lower level is ideally set up for a potential in-law suite, guest quarters, or home office. While the basement has a cozy ceiling height of 6'9.5", its large footprint maximizes every inch of usable space. Ideal for university faculty, families, or investors seeking a prime location near campus, shopping, and dining. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity with unparalleled bonus space—schedule your tour today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$118Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Donna Claytor• Coldwell Banker Advantage
Est. $2,210 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 850 Minorcas Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Triad MLS #1226780
Oct 1, 2026
Sold
$283,000
$118/sq ft
Sep 9, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 24, 2026
Relisted
—
Aug 16, 2026
Delisted
—
Jul 7, 2026
Listed
$325,000
$135/sq ft
Triad MLS #850038
Nov 6, 2017
Sold
$142,000
$59/sq ft
Oct 14, 2017
Pending
—
Sep 22, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 13, 2017
Listed
$146,000
$61/sq ft
+5
Wonderful ML living in convenient location, minutes from WFU University. Low maintenance brick home with attached carport. Spacious LR, Open Kitchen/Den area w/large fireplace, Formal DR. Lower level has a large playroom with wood burning fireplace, full bath and enough space to make a full in-law suite, so much potential! Wonderful home or investment property. Lower Level finished area has a ceiling height of 6'10".
Triad MLS #1
Jun 29, 2017
Price Changed
$144,959
$60/sq ft
Nov 3, 2016
Price Changed
$149,900
$62/sq ft
Sep 30, 2016
Price Changed
$154,900
$65/sq ft
Triad MLS #715850
Apr 6, 2015
Sold
$113,000
$47/sq ft
Aug 11, 2014
Listed
$124,900
$52/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,417 (+48.5%)
$35,000 + $275,000
$310,000
2024
$2,301 (+6.8%)
$26,000 + $138,000
$164,000
2022
$2,155 (+1.8%)
$26,000 + $138,000
$164,000
2021
$2,116 (+12.3%)
$26,000 + $138,000
$164,000
2020
$1,885 (−0.7%)
$16,500 + $120,000
$136,500
2019
$1,899 (+5.3%)
$16,500 + $120,000
$136,500
2018
$1,803
$16,500 + $120,000
$136,500
2017
$1,803 (+2.2%)
$16,500 + $120,000
$136,500
2016
$1,764 (+1.6%)
$16,500 + $120,000
$136,500
2015
$1,737 (+3.1%)
$16,500 + $117,615
$134,115
2014
$1,685
$16,500 + $117,615
$134,115
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,372
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forsyth County
APN
6827428849
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
RS9
Residential Single Family District
The RS-9 District is primarily intended to accommodate relatively high density single family detached dwellings in urban areas.; This district is intended for application in GMAs 2 and 3 and may be suitable in 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 Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Attached Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Basement Information
Basement YN: Yes
Has Basement
Basement: Partially Finished, Basement
Basement Area: 1161
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Room 1
Type: Playroom
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22ft 5in x 27ft 4in
Room 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11ft 1in x 15ft 6in
Room 3
Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13ft 4in x 18ft 5in
Room 4
Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14ft 3in x 27ft 5in
Room 5
Type: Den
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11ft 11in x 3ft 5in
Room 6
Type: Den
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10ft 0in x 13ft 3in
Room 7
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11ft 4in x 11ft 10in
Room 8
Type: Breakfast
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10ft 4in x 13ft 5in
Room 9
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11ft 3in x 15ft 6in
Room 10
Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10ft 2in x 11ft 9in
Interior Features
Has Primary On Main
Attic Description: Pulldown Stairs
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Interior Features: Dead Bolt(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Guest House Information
No
Lot Information
Lot Number: 024
Lot Features: Cleared
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Land Information
Land Description: Clear
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
Structure Type: House
Built Information: Existing
Year Built: 1967
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Basement, Dining Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Range, Electric Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,794
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,416.82
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater: Electric
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Association: Winston-Salem
Association YN: No
School / Neighborhood
Elementary School: Call School Board
Middle Or Junior School: Call School Board
High School: Call School Board
Additional School Info Zone: Calll school board
Location Details
Directions: US-421 N (Salem Pkwy) toward NC-150 W/Winston-Salem, exit 232B toward Mount Airy Airport onto US-52 N/US-311 N, exit 112 Akron Dr. left onto Akron Dr. right on Indiana Ave. left Polo Rd. right onto Minorcas Rd. house on the left
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Brookwood
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,372
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Forsyth County
APN: 6827428849
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Speas Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Paisley Middle School
Public 6-10 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
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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, 18 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 • 27106
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 17% for direct sun exposure in Winston Salem. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$306,000 – $370,000
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