Development Sites
Land for New Development in the Innovation Quarter
Join a market‑ready innovation district where infrastructure, talent and momentum are already in place. Designed to support expansion, new development and catalytic projects, the district offers a collaborative environment anchored by industry, startups and academic partners. With more than 28+ developable acres, this site presents a rare opportunity to deliver impactful projects within a connected innovation ecosystem adjacent to downtown Winston‑Salem.
The district is currently accepting the following for select opportunities. Interested parties are encouraged to review active RFQs and RFPs and submission requisitions below:
- RFP for Hotel in Innovation Quarter |Â RFP for Hotel in Innovation Quarter
Available Space and Land
The Innovation Quarter has space and land available to fit a variety of companies’ needs, including a 28-acre greenfield site—nestled at the intersection of two major four-lane highways—with a capacity of 2.4 million square feet. With infrastructure like redundant fiber and redundant power in an urban setting, the Innovation Quarter is not only shovel-ready but also has a built-in community to help your company thrive.
Why Build in the iQ?
Whether you’re an established company or a fledgling start-up, the Innovation Quarter is a place for you to thrive. From developmental spaces and workspaces to suit all sizes to residential and recreational amenities for you and your employees, any company can grow in the Innovation Quarter.
Top-Tier Talent
Discover the Innovation Quarter’s biggest amenity: intellectual capital. There is no shortage of diverse talent, from workforce trainees to MBAs to PhDs. From a nationally ranked university with business, law and medical schools to a historically black university, to one of the state’s largest technical colleges and a professional arts school, the five colleges and universities that anchor the knowledge community here provide talent of all kinds.
A Growth-oriented Community
Beyond traditional education, there is a flourishing entrepreneurial ecosystem and a host of programming from business accelerators to code camps shaping an adept workforce pipeline. Find the right people for your business.
Tax Incentives
Ask us what tax incentives, grants or loans your development may qualify for through local or state government and nonprofit support.
Existing Infrastructure
Land available for the next phase of development includes a 28-acre greenfield that is already shovel-ready and primed with advanced telecommunications infrastructure, including redundant fiber systems with unlimited capacity.
Resources for Your Business
Winston-Salem and the greater Piedmont Triad build an ecosystem that encourages and supports business. Dig deeper into all the resources available to support your business.
Tenant Amenities
Tenants of the Innovation Quarter get access to special amenities, including a conference center, indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, communications channels, events and programming and more.
Winston-Salem Lifestyle
Life in the Innovation Quarter is varied and vibrant, comprised of residences, restaurants and entertainment. The community is home to wellness activities, publicly accessible green spaces and constant programming. Winston-Salem at-large has a dynamic and growing nightlife, unique dining experiences, live music and numerous events and festivals. There’s something here for everyone.
Convenient Location
The Innovation Quarter is located within 30 minutes of the Piedmont Triad International Airport and two other international airports within a 1.5-hour or less radius. From Winston-Salem, it’s also an easy drive to vacation spots such as the Blue Ridge Parkway or one of North Carolina’s famous beaches.
See What Else the iQ Has to Offer
Real estate in the Innovation Quarter comes with more than just space. It includes an entire community. Find out what it means for your company to develop real estate in the Innovation Quarter.
