forest Park Apartments for Rent

The Forest Park neighborhood of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in the 27107 zip code of Forsyth County, is bordered by South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on the west and Waughtown Street on the south. Argonne Boulevard forms its east and north boundaries. The community is characterized by modest frame homes and some smaller two-story and tri-level homes. Landscaping is simple, and there are many large trees and shrubs. Many of the streets have sidewalks, making it a nice area for a neighborly stroll.

The neighborhood is convenient to both I-40 and US-52. Marketplace Shopping Center, Parkway Plaza-Winston, and Cooks Shopping Center are just minutes from Forest Park on I-40. Several nearby colleges include Winston-Salem State University, the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, and Salem College. Forest Park is a popular area for off-campus housing, and many college students call it home. Forest Park Elementary School is a neighborhood public school on Milford Street that boasts a five-star community approval rating.

Other landmarks are Civitan Park and Forest Park. Both of these popular green spaces are used by residents for walking, jogging, and biking along city streams and ponds. Playgrounds and picnic areas dot their landscapes. Reynolds Park Golf Course is a public municipal course that offers 18 holes designed for players of all skill levels. This family-friendly course is one of two municipals in Winston-Salem that offer inexpensive recreation. Reynolds hosts many national tournaments.

Bowman-Gray Stadium is a classic stock-car racecourse. This local favorite is on South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, a stone’s throw from Forest Park.