About the neighborhood

Allendale Area offers excellent bicycle infrastructure, making it easy to get around on two wheels while many daily errands can be completed without using a vehicle. Convenient bus lines with nearby stops provide additional transportation options. Residents benefit from close access to grocery stores, as well as a select variety of restaurants and coffee shops. The neighborhood features a relaxed atmosphere with multiple nearby green spaces, promoting tranquillity and outdoor enjoyment. Quietness is a hallmark of this area, with minimal noise disruptions from surrounding streets. Housing options are diverse, including single detached homes, apartments, and duplexes, with a range of unit sizes to choose from.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is convenient for pedestrians to move around in Allendale Area; many daily needs can be carried out without a vehicle. Cycling is also easy in Allendale Area. The transit system in this part of the city is fairly poor. Nevertheless, commuters can depend on the Arvada Ridge Station (Track 2) and Arvada Ridge Station (Track 1) on the Union Station - Wheat Ridge / Ward. Homeowners are served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties. In contrast, the car is often the best mode of transportation in Allendale Area. It is easy to find a parking spot.

Services

A supermarket is typically reachable within a rather short pedestrian trip from any location in Allendale Area. In addition, this part of the city is a good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. As far as education is concerned, it is a rather short pedestrian trip to get to both primary and secondary schools from anywhere in Allendale Area. House owners are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

Allendale Area is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of the city. Although this part of Arvada is not known for its lively ambience, with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is rather difficult to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located relatively far away. Allendale Area is excellent for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Public green spaces, including Stenger Soccer Complex and Meadowlake Park, are very well-situated and there are approximately 20 of them nearby for residents to relax in, making it very easy to reach them from most locations in this area.

Car friendly7.4

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

Cycling friendly5.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries7.4

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance