Winston-Salem, NC is seeing rapid growth and Winston-Salem, NC's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -30% below the 2023 national average. Winston-Salem, NC is part of Forsyth county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2023 for county Forsyth is 0.95% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.