Poplar Place Apartment Homes

Poplar Place Apartments at a glance

The pool and spa at Poplar Place Apartments is an inviting place to spend a warm afternoon. These apartments in Carrboro, NC are settled in the University Lake area only a few minutes from UNC at Chapel Hill. A grocery store and a few fast food places are around the corner from Poplar Place with other choices along Main Street. While living here you might enjoy a cozy fireplace, the large bay windows, or exploring nearby hiking trails.

• Quiet University Lake location
• Minutes to downtown Chapel Hill

Pricing

Price, availability and features subject to change.

Details

Activities
	Swimming Pool - Resort Style
Community
	Business center		Clubhouse
Convenience
	Covered Parking		Laundry facilities		Maintenance on site
	DVD collection		Extra storage
Fitness & Recreation
	Trails		Play area		Tennis
Interior
	High speed Internet		Washer/Dryer hookups

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Neighborhood

Poplar Place Apartment Homes

Nestled alongside the West Campus and University Lake, the Poplar Place Apartments in Carrboro NC are an ideal spot for discriminating renters who want to live away from the action but still remain in reach. This property offers a tree-filled landscape within a residential neighborhood providing a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere. A quick ride up Jones Ferry Road and you can be on the campus of UNC. Poplar Place is also a great spot for commuters who can quickly access NC-54 right around the corner.

Location

This is a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance of shopping center that has a food store, Chinese food and Subway.

• 1-minute walk to West Campus
• 8-minute drive to UNC Hospital (Columbia St & NC-54)
• 8-minute drive to the University of North Carolina  
• 8 minute drive to the University Mall
• 9-minute drive to Blue Cross/Blue Shield of NC
• 25-minute drive to Durham

Transportation

CH Transit provides bus service from a stop near the front of the Poplar Place Apartments. You can catch the CM, CW and JFX lines allowing you to get around the city without worrying about having a car. If you do plan to drive, Jones Ferry Road is the main way to reach downtown Chapel Hill. You can also get on NC-54 for out of town travel.

Shopping

You will find it a nice convenience to have a Food Lion grocery store just around the corner. Whether you are stocking up your refrigerator or picking up food for one day, you can get in and home fast. Another option is to visit the Wal-Mart Supercenter found 4.4 miles south of here which will not only have food items, but all the other stuff you want to fill up your new place.

Dining

For a quick meal, Poplar Place Apartment residents can walk to the Subway restaurant or Chinese food place located across the street in about 6-7 minutes. Beyond that, you can take Jones Ferry Road to West Main Street to find a fully array of eating establishments that is bound to please any pallet.

Recreation

When you are looking for something to do outdoors, the University Lake offers a great spot to spend and afternoon. You can enjoy fishing, picnicking or rent a canoe and paddle around the water. Patchwork Farm offers pick-your-own blueberries so you can have a great fresh snack or bake a pie. You can catch a movie at the Varsity Theater or The Lumina Theatre which also offers outdoor films during the summer.

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