We're a family-run real estate and rental management business based in Greensboro, NC. Joy Watson is a licensed NC real estate agent (License #307423, Firm #C37131), former Guilford County Schools special education teacher, master gardener, and active property owner. She and her partner Eric Hunsucker own and operate a curated portfolio of midtown Greensboro rental properties as well as Watsucker Urban Farm. Learn more about our team here.

We help you buy, sell, or rent homes in Greensboro, NC and the Piedmont Triad. Our rentals range from furnished short-term and mid-term stays to unfurnished 12-month leases — welcoming corporate travelers, travel nurses, vacationers, families, and long-term tenants alike. We also offer a Domestic Arts Apprenticeship for high school students, teaching domestic, business, and property management skills.

When you work with us, you work with Joy Watson directly — not a junior agent or a rotating support team. We live in the same neighborhood as most of our rentals, and we bring the perspective of active landlords and property owners to every transaction. We prioritize personal service, sustainability, and genuine community investment. Through initiatives like Watsucker Urban Farm, we create homes — not just rentals — and we're committed to building an inclusive, thriving Greensboro community.

Visit our contact page, email joy@joywatsonrealestate.com, or call/text (928) 699-8883. We're available seven days a week — being reachable is something our clients mention most often in their reviews. Whether you're buying, selling, renting, or just exploring your options, we'd love to hear from you.

Community investment is woven into everything we do. Joy founded Watsucker Urban Farm, a working urban farm and job-skills training hub for individuals with learning differences — a passion born from her years teaching special education in Guilford County Schools. We partner with Page High School OCS students on neighborhood stewardship, and we grow and share locally grown seasonal produce and fresh-cut flowers. Walk by our home on Wendover Ave. and you'll often find flowers out front — help yourself.

Yes! Joy Watson has helped many people find a home in Greensboro, NC and the Piedmont Triad. We serve the full region — Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Oak Ridge, and surrounding Guilford County communities. Get started with our Home Buyer Questionnaire or reach out directly to begin your search.

Greensboro remains one of the most affordable mid-sized cities in the Southeast, with home values more stable than Charlotte or the Triangle. Greensboro's economic base — Cone Health, UNCG, NC A&T, Wake Forest School of Medicine, and growing manufacturing — makes it a compelling long-term investment. We can walk you through current comps and help you decide what makes sense for your situation.

It depends on what you're looking for. College Hill and Fisher Park are beloved for historic character and walkability to downtown. Sunset Hills and Irving Park are great for mid-century ranches with good bones. Starmount Forest and Sherwood Forest offer larger lots and mature trees. North Hills and Latham Park are popular with families for school access. As people who live in midtown Greensboro and have restored multiple homes here, we can give you the real, unfiltered neighborhood-by-neighborhood view you won't get from an agent based elsewhere.

Absolutely — first-time buyers are some of our favorite clients. We'll walk you through every step: pre-approval, budgeting for the current Greensboro market, MLS searches, competitive offers, inspections, and closing. North Carolina also has several down payment assistance programs worth exploring. See our First-Time Buyer Resources or just reach out — Joy is known for picking up the phone.

Yes — it's a genuine passion. We have deep experience with the unique considerations of buying historic properties: lead paint and knob-and-tube wiring disclosures, inspectors who understand older construction, and lenders and contractors who specialize in pre-1960s homes. Many of our own rental properties are lovingly restored historic homes in midtown Greensboro, so we come to this with real firsthand knowledge.

Extremely. Joy currently serves as HOA president at Wafco Mills, a historic condo community in downtown Greensboro, and has served on other HOA boards as well. We'll help you dig into governing documents, understand what dues cover, flag red flags in meeting minutes, and make sure you know exactly what you're buying into — or walking away from.

Yes! We can list your home and assist with the whole process — from pricing strategy and professional photography to MLS listing, showings, offer negotiation, and closing. We also have trusted agents we work with if you need a service outside what we offer. Contact us to get started.

We offer a free, no-obligation home review for Greensboro and Triad homeowners. Rather than relying on automated estimators — which can be significantly off in neighborhoods with high variation — we look at real comparable sales, your home's condition, and current buyer demand in your specific area. Get started here — it costs nothing and takes just a few minutes.

It varies by neighborhood, price point, and market conditions — but well-priced, well-presented homes in Greensboro's most desirable areas regularly go under contract within days to a few weeks. We've helped multiple clients secure a buyer within two weeks by pricing strategically and marketing to the right audience from day one. Overpriced or under-marketed homes can sit for months — our job is to make sure you're in the first group.

Yes — and we're particularly well-suited to this because we are active rental property owners ourselves. We understand the investor buyer pool, how to value income-producing properties, and how to professionally market a home that's currently tenant-occupied. Whether you're exiting a single Greensboro rental or part of a larger portfolio, we can help you navigate it efficiently and with minimal disruption to your tenants.

The Greensboro and Triad market has remained more stable than many parts of the country, supported by a diverse economic base of healthcare, higher education, and manufacturing. Inventory has been tight, which has generally supported seller values. Market conditions shift quickly — reach out to us or browse our blog for the most current Greensboro market commentary and neighborhood-level data.

We manage a curated portfolio of furnished short-term rentals and unfurnished 12-month homes in midtown Greensboro. Browse all rentals with live availability and pricing here. Our properties include:

Urban Birdhouse Tiny Home ADU — 905 W Wendover Ave

Veteran-crafted eco-friendly tiny home. 1 bed (loft, ladder access), 1 bath, sleeps 2.

Hunsucker's Place — 905 W Wendover Ave

Revitalized eco-friendly cottage. 3 bed, 1 bath, sleeps 6.

Whole Hunsuckers — 905 W Wendover Ave

Hunsucker's Place + Urban Birdhouse combined. 4 bed, 2 bath, sleeps 8.

Library of Ivy & Ellie — 903 W Wendover Ave

Cozy eco-friendly retreat. 2 bed, 1 bath, sleeps 4.

My Sister's House — 1007 Grayland St

Eco-friendly whole home. 2 bed, 1 bath, sleeps 4.

Gramma Dottie's Garden Retreat — 909 W Wendover Ave

Private room homestay, 1 shared Jack-and-Jill bath, sleeps 2. No full kitchen.

Mawmaw Uschi's Greensboro Retreat — 909 W Wendover Ave

Private room homestay, 1 shared Jack-and-Jill bath, sleeps 2. No full kitchen.

Your Mom's Place — 909 W Wendover Ave

Dottie's + Uschi's combined. 2 private rooms, 1 shared bath, sleeps 4. No full kitchen.

College Hill Brownstone at Wafco Mills — 622 Walker Ave

12-month lease. 2 bed, 1.5 bath, ~$1,700/mo. Currently occupied; check listing for availability.

Idlewood House — 907 W Wendover Ave

12-month lease. 3 bed, 2 bath, ~$2,000/mo. Check listing for availability.

King Edward — 4201 King Edward Court, NC 27455

12-month lease. 4 bed, 2.5 bath, ~$2,300/mo. Check listing for availability.

Furnished (move-in ready): Urban Birdhouse, Hunsucker's Place, Whole Hunsuckers, Library of Ivy & Ellie, My Sister's House, Gramma Dottie's, Mawmaw Uschi's, and Your Mom's Place. All include linens, kitchen essentials, Wi-Fi, and all utilities. Stays of 89 days or less are booked through Airbnb; stays of 90 days or more require a standard lease, background check, 650+ credit score, and no prior evictions.

Unfurnished (12-month lease): College Hill Brownstone, Idlewood House, and King Edward. These include washer/dryer, stainless appliances, water, pest control, and landscaping. Tenants set up electricity, gas, and Wi-Fi in their own name by move-in day.

All furnished rentals include Wi-Fi, linens, and all utilities. Whole-home rentals have full kitchens. The private rooms (Gramma Dottie's, Mawmaw Uschi's, Your Mom's Place) have a dorm-size refrigerator and microwave per room but no kitchen access — see floor plan photos in each listing. The Urban Birdhouse has a kitchenette with a microwave/convection oven, hot plate, and refrigerator. All properties are pet-friendly.

For complete per-property amenity details, visit each listing on our rentals page.

Most of our properties — on W. Wendover Ave., Grayland St., and Walker Ave. — are right in the heart of midtown Greensboro, steps from downtown's nightlife, eclectic dining, and cultural hotspots, and within 5 minutes of Moses Cone Hospital and UNCG. A heads-up: Wendover is a busy four-lane road, and ambulances, fire trucks, and police sirens do pass at all hours given the hospital proximity. King Edward is a short drive further north but still close to everything.

Check out our favorite local spots on the "Businesses We Love" Google Map.

Yes — healthcare professionals are one of our most common guest types. Our furnished midtown rentals are under 5 minutes from Moses Cone Hospital and other Cone Health facilities, and are fully move-in ready with all utilities, Wi-Fi, linens, and kitchen essentials included. We accommodate short-term and mid-term stays. Reach out and we'll help you find the right fit for your assignment.

Absolutely. We accommodate mid-term stays of 30 days or longer for corporate relocations, contract workers, and professionals in transitional housing. All furnished properties include utilities and Wi-Fi — there's nothing to set up on arrival. For stays of 90 days or more, a standard lease, background check, and 650+ credit score are required. Get in touch to discuss your timeline and best-fit property.

An ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is a self-contained living space on the same property as a main house. Our Urban Birdhouse Tiny Home ADU is a veteran-crafted, eco-friendly tiny house tucked behind Hunsucker's Place on W. Wendover Ave. It features a loft bedroom (ladder access), kitchenette, and space for up to 2 guests — a charming option for solo travelers or couples. Learn more about Greensboro's tiny home movement at Tiny House Greensboro.

Yes! We embrace green living throughout our properties: no- and low-fragrance cleaners, cotton and natural fiber bedding, regular air filter replacements, and sustainable materials. We do not use plug-in or spray air fresheners — we fix the actual source of any odor issues (moisture, ventilation) rather than masking them. Our cleaning partner, Simply Organized and Clean, maintains our homes using eco-friendly products.

Yes — our midtown properties are well-served by local bus routes. Plan your trips using the Greensboro Transit Authority (GTA). Many guests also find the location walkable to restaurants, coffee, and downtown Greensboro cultural attractions.

This is one of the most common reasons locals turn to our furnished rentals. Whether you've sold your home and need a comfortable place while you close on your next purchase, or you're new to Greensboro and want to explore neighborhoods before committing long-term, our midtown furnished homes offer a flexible, welcoming bridge. Because we handle both real estate and rentals, we can often help coordinate timing to make the transition smoother than working with two separate companies.

Short-term & mid-term furnished: Book via Airbnb, VRBO, Hopper, or Booking.com (select properties), or go direct on our rentals page using the Direct Booking button near each calendar. Direct bookings are powered by Hostaway and processed securely through Stripe. All platforms except Airbnb use Stripe for payment.

12-month unfurnished: Apply through Zillow or RentRedi. Once approved, all rent payments are made through RentRedi.

Furnished short-term: 2-night minimum, 30-day maximum. Check real-time availability on each property's listing page.

Furnished mid-term (30+ days): Available through Airbnb, VRBO, Hopper, Booking.com, or direct booking. A mid-stay cleaning is required — see fees below.

Furnished 90+ days: Requires a standard lease, clean background check, clean eviction history, and 650+ credit score.

Unfurnished 12-month: Traditional lease. Requirements: clean background check, clean eviction history, and 650+ credit score.

A mid-stay cleaning keeps things fresh for longer stays. Fees per cleaning session:

Hunsucker's Place & Whole Hunsuckers

$185

My Sister's House & Library of Ivy & Ellie

$125

Urban Birdhouse & Your Mom's Place

$100

Gramma Dottie's & Mawmaw Uschi's

$50 each

Book mid-stay cleanings directly with Simply Organized and Clean (payment via Venmo). Multiple pets or heavy shedders? A mid-stay cleaning is especially recommended.

Furnished rentals: Everything is included — water, trash, gas, electricity, and Wi-Fi. There's nothing to set up on arrival.

Unfurnished 12-month rentals: We cover water, trash, and landscaping. Tenants set up electricity, gas, and Wi-Fi in their own name no later than their scheduled move-in date.

For tenants at Idlewood House (907 W Wendover Ave): use green carts for weekly trash pickup every Monday morning, brown carts for recycling every other week (following the red or blue calendar), and gray carts for weekly yard waste. All carts must be at the curb by 7 AM. Note: no glass, styrofoam, or plastic bags in the recycling bin. For details, holiday adjustments, and the full schedule, see our Trash and Recycling blog post or the City of Greensboro Solid Waste site. Big thanks to Page High School OCS students who help roll carts in on Mondays during the school year!

Dynamic pricing means our nightly rates automatically adjust based on supply, demand, local events, and comparable properties nearby — similar to how hotels price rooms. We use Hostaway's dynamic pricing tool. Revenue helps us pay down renovation debt and continuously reinvest in our properties, which benefits every guest. Typical nightly rates run $100–$500 for whole houses and $50–$300 for private rooms, plus cleaning fees, platform fees, and taxes. For an exact quote, dates and guest names must be entered in the booking system.

We're happy to help! Please submit an inquiry on the rental page for the desired property with as much detail as possible — number of guests, pets, and approximate dates. Exact quotes require dates and guest names to be entered in the booking system, as our dynamic pricing makes it impossible to lock in a rate without that information. We want to make sure you get the most accurate price possible.

Truvi.com is our guest screening and short-term rental damage insurance platform — similar to AirCover on Airbnb. For all direct bookings (not made through Airbnb or VRBO), guests must complete a Truvi screening, which includes a light-touch background check and short-term rental insurance for approximately $50. This is required for every direct booking, even returning guests — it ensures the person who booked is the person who shows up, and protects both host and guest. Bookings through Airbnb and VRBO have their own built-in screening processes.

Cancellation policies vary by booking platform. Please review the policy directly on Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, or Hopper before booking. For direct bookings, terms are outlined in the e-lease agreement you'll sign as part of the booking process.

For furnished rentals, deposit details are shared at time of booking. Payment must be completed within 24 hours — dates are not held for unpaid bookings. Direct bookings require Truvi guest screening and insurance (~$50) plus e-signature of a lease agreement. For 12-month traditional rentals, a standard security deposit applies per lease terms.

Check-in and check-out details are delivered via your booking platform or by email for direct bookings. You'll receive a keyless entry code along with any outstanding action items — payment confirmation, Truvi screening, and e-lease signing through a guest portal link. Near the end of your stay, we'll send check-out instructions. We're always reachable if questions come up during your stay.

We limit in-person showings to our unoccupied 12-month rentals — the College Hill Brownstone, King Edward, and Idlewood House — when they are between tenants. For furnished short-term rentals, we ask guests to rely on our detailed descriptions, fresh photography, and extensive reviews on our Airbnb profile, rather than scheduling a visit that would interrupt a current guest's stay.

Unfortunately, none of our current properties are ADA accessible. Gramma Dottie's, Mawmaw Uschi's, and Your Mom's Place require a full flight of stairs. Hunsucker's Place and Idlewood House have one bedroom up a walk-up staircase. The Urban Birdhouse requires a ladder to reach the loft. My Sister's House, Library of Ivy & Ellie, Hunsucker's Place, and Idlewood House all have two or more steps at their entrances. We're working toward a more accessible future and appreciate your patience.

Yes — all of our managed properties are pet-friendly! Here's what we ask of pet parents:

Pet fees: $50 for whole-home rentals (Urban Birdhouse, Hunsucker's Place, Library of Ivy & Ellie, My Sister's House); $25 for private rooms (Gramma Dottie's, Mawmaw Uschi's).

Waste: Please scoop pet waste daily and dispose in outdoor green trash cans or dumpsters. Steer pets to non-grass, mulched, or pine-straw areas to protect the lawn. Abandoned waste after check-out is removed by Doody Calls and billed back at $75.

Damage & cleaning: You're responsible for any mess or damage (waste, litter, fur, scratched furniture, etc.). An $80/hour excess cleaning fee applies plus repair costs as needed. Multiple pets or heavy shedders? We recommend scheduling a mid-stay cleaning with Simply Organized and Clean.

Parking varies by property:

King Edward

2-car attached garage, driveway, and curb parking on Baylor.

College Hill Brownstone (Wafco Mills)

2 HOA parking stickers for reserved spaces (primary pad behind kitchen, or any white "reserved" spot). Follow Wafco Mills HOA Rules; no extra fees.

Idlewood House, Hunsucker's Place & Urban Birdhouse

2 spaces in front, additional parking behind — please don't block access.

Library of Ivy & Ellie

2 paved spaces in the rear, accessed via the driveway entrance on Wendover Ave.

My Sister's House

Gravel driveway (concrete paving pending).

Gramma Dottie's, Mawmaw Uschi's & Your Mom's Place

Street parking on Grayland. Please enter 909 W Wendover via the pink arched front door facing Wendover Ave. Do not use the Grayland side entrance.