Why Live in Polo Park
Polo Park in Midland is a suburban neighborhood featuring custom contemporary brick homes with low-pitched roofs, typically offering four bedrooms and averaging 2,500 square feet. Built in the late 1980s and early 1990s, these homes often have neatly landscaped yards with tall, shady trees and some include small backyard pools. The neighborhood is known for its quiet streets, thanks to garages located behind houses, and abundant sidewalks suitable for jogging or biking. Polo Park provides quick access to the Midland Polo Club, a mile north, which is a hub for equestrian activities. For general outdoor recreation, residents frequent the Polo Park Playground and Santa Rita Park, which has a larger playground and soccer field. Golf enthusiasts can join the nearby Midland Country Club, offering an 18-hole course, tennis courts, a fitness room, and a large pool. Dining options have expanded in Midland, with Cowboy Prime, located 3 miles away, being a notable fine dining spot. Downtown Midland, about 5 miles away, also offers upscale restaurants like Pi Social. Shopping needs are met at Market Street, Walmart, Target, and Midland Park Mall. The Midland Independent School District serves the area, though schools have mixed ratings. Midland College, a two-year community college, is nearby for higher education. The Loop and Interstate 20 provide easy access around Midland and to Odessa, 25 miles away. For air travel, the Midland International Air and Space Port, 15 miles away, offers direct flights to major southwest cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polo Park a good place to live?
Polo Park is a good place to live. Polo Park is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Polo Park has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.1 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $93,003 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 52.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Polo Park are home owners, with 48% of residents renting and 52% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Polo Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Polo Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Polo Park?
The median home price in Polo Park is $602,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $134K a year to afford the median home price in Polo Park. The average household income in Polo Park is $93K.
What are the best public schools in Polo Park?
The best public schools that serve Polo Park are:
What are the best private schools in Polo Park?
The best private schools that serve Polo Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Polo Park?
Yes, home prices in Polo Park are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Polo Park, TX
On average, homes in Polo Park, Midland sell after 147 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Polo Park, Midland over the last 12 months is $260,800, down 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$260,800
Median Single Family Sale Price
$545,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$260,800
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$602,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-42%