Polo

Lovely Spot Close to Downtown
Polo, also sometimes referred to as Sherwood Forrest, is a popular neighborhood given its convenient location near to Downtown Winston-Salem. This area is graced with stately brick homes from the 1960’s and ’70’s - many with large yards, and majestic trees. There are plenty of destinations to visit and enjoy in Polo. For a bit of relaxation, nothing beats enjoying outdoor activities in Shaffner park. The park features numerous recreational grounds including tennis courts, soccer fields, and scenic walking trails. Many residents like to enjoy a soccer game at nearby W. Dennie Spry Soccer Stadium. The town also has it own neighborhood swimming pool. For convenience, there are a few options for grocery shopping including Harris Teeter, Lowes Foods, and The Fresh Market stores.

Plenty of restaurants and bars come highly-recommended in Polo - finding fantastic dining and nightlife options is easy for newcomers to town. Restaurants in the area include Vincenzo’s, River Birch Lodge, Mizu Japanese Restaurant, Fratellis Italian Steakhouse. Bars in the area draw a young crowd - some signature hotspots include Silo Bistro And Bar, Gatsby’s Pub, West End Opera House, and The Quiet Pint Tavern. Polo is a great place to live with plenty to do - and with the amenities of Downtown just minutes away.
What Polo Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
5.7
value
6.9
amenities
7.5
social
6.8
management
4.6
Median rents in Polo
Studio
$
N/A
1 Bedroom
$
1,040
2 Bedroom
$
1,245

Living in
Polo

Polo — 8/10 Rating (based on 4 neighborhood reviews)
I love this neighborhood! It is close to the Wake Forest Univ campus, and many grocery stores.
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9
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Deacon's Station
very quiet and close to lots of things!
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Deacon's Station
Neighbors keep me up into all hours of the night. Shuttle is always down. Super close to Wake - I leave 20 minutes before class and am in the classroom on time.
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Deacon's Station
It is fine. Not far from Wake Campus.
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7
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Deacon's Station


Getting to Know
Polo

Neighborhood Boundaries
East to West Boundaries: Silas Creek to Polo Rd.
North to South Boundaries: Reynolda Rd. to Robinhood Rd.

Best Apartments
in Polo


4 Beds $3,100

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