Living in Winston-Salem

“The City of Arts and Innovation.” “The Twin City.” “Camel City.” No matter what you call it, Winston-Salem is a city worth getting to know.

Centrally located in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region, Winston-Salem has all the benefits of city living combined with proximity to the mountains (to the west), the ocean (to the east), and major metropolitan areas including Charlotte and Raleigh. Created in 1913 through the merger of Winston, founded on the growth of the tobacco industry, and Salem, which was settled by the Moravians in the 1700s, Winston-Salem is now known as a hub for education and innovation, with a rich history and vibrant arts scene. 

Catch a live music performance at The Ramkat or any number of other music venues. Check out the new contemporary art exhibit at SECCA. Enjoy a slice at the James Beard-nominated Mission Pizza. Hit up Incendiary Brewing Company or one of the many local breweries. Catch a flyball at a Dash game. Peruse the produce at Cobblestone Farmers Market. Buy a piece of art from a decommissioned cigarette vending machine (we kid you not). Or drive just 20 minutes out of the city to hike at Pilot Mountain State Park. 

Additionally, Wake Forest University, the City of Winston-Salem, and other partners are working to develop a vibrant, 100-acre mixed-use development in the Deacon Boulevard area. The Grounds will serve as a gathering place with restaurants, entertainment, activities, walking trails, and residential living in one community hub.

Get to know Winston-Salem. You’ll be glad you did.

Where to Live

Most Wake Forest Law students live within 2 miles of campus. Many students opt to have roommates, and Wake Forest Law helps incoming students connect with classmates. Because there are so many colleges and universities in Winston-Salem, it’s important to secure housing as soon as possible. Note that while Winston-Salem does have a public transportation system, most people get around by car.