About the neighborhood

12 South offers a diverse mix of residential options, including single detached homes, spacious duplexes, and large apartment buildings. The neighborhood benefits from a well-developed cycling infrastructure, supporting convenient bike travel throughout the area. Its proximity to various grocery stores, specialty markets, cafes, and dining spots makes accessing daily necessities simple. Positive green spaces like Sevier Park are nearby, providing pleasant outdoor spots for relaxation and recreation. The neighborhood presents a calm and peaceful atmosphere despite its lively character, with easy access to highways and convenient parking options. Public transit options include several bus lines with stops located nearby for accessible commuting.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is convenient to commute by bicycle in 12 South since the bicycling infrastructure is well-developed. Most homes for sale in this part of the city are located in places that are also very well-suited for pedestrians; running daily errands is convenient without a vehicle, and many businesses are particularly close by. The public transit service in 12 South is not very practical. Thankfully, residents are served by a few bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. On the other hand, cars are a reasonably good transportation option in 12 South. Parking is easy, and most properties for sale are a rather short car ride from the nearest highway.

Services

Primary schools are very easy to get to as a pedestrian from most homes for sale in 12 South. On the other hand, it can be difficult to access high schools without a vehicle. At the elementary level, there are both public and private schools. When it comes to food, it is very easy to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store as a pedestrian from anywhere in this area. Furthermore, owing to over 50 restaurants and a few coffee shops, 12 South is a very good area in which to go out to eat, for instance along 12th Avenue. It is also straightforward to access a selection of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

12 South has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. The noise levels in 12 South are very low, as the streets are generally very peaceful. There are a few public green spaces nearby for residents to check out, like Reservoir Park and Sevier Park, and they are especially well-situated, which makes it easy to reach them. Finally, this part of the city has many streets to discover. Even though the streets are often busy with people, there is a narrow selection of entertainment venues, and places to go out at night are well-spread throughout the area.

Car friendly6.8

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly8.2

Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants8.4

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries8.4

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk