New construction homes for sale in Forsyth County, NC

As of March 2026, property seekers in the Forsyth County, NC can expect a median sale price of $344,170. This figure encompasses 345 newly built residences, each crafted by one of 12 respected builders in the region.

When considering new construction homes in Forsyth County, NC, True Homes, D.R. Horton, Eastwood Homes, Mungo Homes and LGI Homes are the key builders to know. Their developments are known for quality construction in desirable locations.

Within Winston-Salem city limits, the City of Winston-Salem provides water and sewer service. New construction in unincorporated Forsyth County or in outlying areas beyond the city's service boundary may be served by alternative utility districts or, in some cases, individual wells and septic systems — though most new construction communities near the city are on public utility connections. Electric service is provided by Duke Energy Progress throughout most of Forsyth County. Natural gas is available from PSNC Energy (Piedmont Natural Gas) in served areas, and new construction communities should confirm gas availability if gas appliances are part of your home selection. When evaluating new construction, ask your builder which utility providers serve the community for water, sewer, electric, and gas, and verify that connections are established for your specific lot.

Winston-Salem's employment base is anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist — one of the Southeast's major academic medical centers — which is among the largest employers in the region. Wake Forest University brings academic and professional employment to the county. Legacy manufacturers including Reynolds American and Hanesbrands, along with a growing technology and logistics sector along the US-421 and I-40 Business corridors, provide diversified employment. For buyers evaluating new construction in Forsyth County, proximity to your specific employer along Silas Creek Parkway, University Parkway, or the Peters Creek Parkway corridors should drive community selection, as Winston-Salem's street network means that location within the city meaningfully affects daily commute times despite the county's relatively compact overall footprint.

Forsyth County sits at the intersection of I-40 and US-421, providing direct east-west highway access to the Research Triangle (approximately 90 miles to Raleigh) and west toward Statesville. US-421 connects to Greensboro (30 miles east) and north toward Virginia. Winston-Salem Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) serves the Piedmont Triad region and is located approximately 30 miles east in Greensboro — convenient for buyers who travel regularly. PART (Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation) operates bus and commuter services connecting Winston-Salem to Greensboro and High Point. For buyers who need to commute to Greensboro or the Triad's eastern employment centers, the I-40 drive is straightforward. Buyers commuting to the Research Triangle should expect 90+ minute peak-hour drives — Test the specific route at commute time before selecting a Forsyth County community for Triangle employment.