Neighborhoods / Randolph County
Asheboro
City in Randolph County
- Typical prices
- $180k – $450k
- Best for
- Affordable homes, the NC Zoo and Uwharrie recreation
- Commute
- 35 min to Greensboro · 25 min to High Point
About the neighborhood
Classic small city with a revived downtown and mountain views to the south
Asheboro is Randolph County's seat and the home of the North Carolina Zoo. The city has put real effort into its downtown: Sunset Avenue now has restaurants, a theatre, breweries and the Bicentennial Park stage, and the surrounding neighborhoods of early-1900s homes have been coming back street by street.
Housing is some of the most affordable in the region — classic in-town homes, mid-century ranches and newer subdivisions on the north and west sides. It suits first-time buyers, retirees and anyone who wants the Uwharrie foothills, the zoo and Seagrove's potteries close at hand and can accept a 35-minute drive to Greensboro.
Asheboro on the map
Town limits, roads, parks and landmarks. Click the map to enable scroll zoom.
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Characteristics
Transportation
US-220/I-73 runs north to Greensboro (about 35 minutes) and US-64 east–west. Everything in town is a short drive; downtown Sunset Avenue is walkable. No regional transit beyond local RCATS service.
Services
A full retail corridor along US-64 and Dixie Drive, Randolph Health hospital, and a lively downtown. The NC Zoo, Lake Lucas, the Uwharrie National Forest trails and Seagrove's potteries are the signature attractions.
Character
A small Southern city with pride in its downtown revival and its zoo. Friendly, affordable and slower-paced, with a strong arts and music scene for its size.
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | Levels | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheboro High | Public | High | Asheboro City Schools |
| South Asheboro Middle | Public | Middle | |
| North Asheboro Middle | Public | Middle | |
| Uwharrie Charter Academy | Charter | ElementaryMiddleHigh | |
| Fayetteville Street Christian School | Private | PreschoolElementaryMiddleHigh |
Schools are listed by proximity and typical assignment. Zones change — always confirm the address with the district before you write an offer.
Nearby
- North Carolina Zoo
- Downtown Asheboro
- Uwharrie National Forest
- Seagrove potteries