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Property Description
Charming Craftsman storybook home in historic West Salem, just a few blocks away from Granville Park, Old Salem, the Cobblestone Farmers Market, and the vibrant Downtown area. Situated on a .12-acre lot with old growth trees and fenced back yard, Rocking chair front porch invites you into this spacious floorplan w/ 4 bdrm/2 bath, formal and informal rooms, hdwd floors on both levels, tall ceilings in most rooms, plus great closet space for a home of this era. This storybook cottage boasts easy main level with high ceilings, original woodwork, hardwood floors, Living room, formal dining room, main level bedroom or office, upstairs has 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath and large closets! Don't miss this one!! Charm and potential to make this your own downtown story!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 712 Laurel St
General
- Price: $259,000
- Taxes: $2,557
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Triad_MLS
- MLS ID: 1218709
- Updated: Today (5/7/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dead Bolt(s), Freestanding Tub, Pantry, Tile Counters
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Living Room
- Appliances: Range, Gas Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Connection, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Patio/Terrace: Yes
Parking
- Garage Description: None
- Parking Features: Driveway, Paved, No Garage
Location
- County: Forsyth
- Subdivision: West Salem
- Driving Directions: From downtown Winston Salem, travel down South Marshall Street, take Right on Academy Street, Left on Laurel Street, house on Right, #712
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Diggs-Latham
- Middle School: Flat Rock
- High School: Parkland
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Heat Pump, Multi Units
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Multiple Systems, Electric, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Drive-In Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Stories/Levels: One and One Half
- Heated/Cooled: 1,574 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1923
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Dimensions: 50' x 100'
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: City Lot, Level, Subdivided, Sloped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Acre: $2,158,333.3333
- Tax Amount: $2,557
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Owner Sale
- Lot Number: 104
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Schools
Schools serving 712 Laurel St
School District:Forsyth County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Latham Elementary 986 Hutton Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Flat Rock Middle, Winston-Salem, NC 4648 Ebert Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27127 | 6-8 | 6 mi |
Parkland High 1600 Brewer Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27127 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 712 Laurel St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/07/2026
Listed
$259,000
107.2%
MLS
6/24/2020
Sold
$125,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 712 Laurel St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,815
—
$232,000
71%
2023
$1,815
4%
$135,600
—
2021
$1,750
-2%
$135,600
—
2022
$1,782
2%
$135,600
71%
2021
$1,750
59%
$79,200
—
2019
$1,102
2%
$79,200
—
2018
$1,083
4%
$79,200
—
2017
$1,046
9%
$79,200
9%
2016
$957
2%
$72,700
—
2015
$942
5%
$72,700
2%
2014
$896
1%
$71,300
—
2013
$889
—
$71,300
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 712 Laurel St
712 Laurel Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 (MLS# 1218709) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 712 Laurel Street is currently listed for $259,000 and was received on May 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 712 Laurel Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Salem? You can browse all West Salem real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

