About the neighborhood

Ama offers a tranquil atmosphere with predominantly single detached homes built around 1985, featuring mainly two- and three-bedroom layouts. The community benefits from flat terrain, making movement throughout the area smooth and uncomplicated. Residents have access to several nearby green spaces, providing peaceful outdoor areas to relax. Convenient parking options make car travel easy for running errands and commuting. This neighborhood’s peaceful environment is a standout feature, creating a calm and welcoming setting. The housing mix includes mobile homes alongside traditional houses, offering diversity in living options within this quiet, suburban community.

Characteristics

Transportation

The preferred method to get around in this part of the New Orleans metropolitan area is very often a car. It is very convenient to park. Even though there are a limited number of elevation changes, Ama is not particularly cycling-friendly because Ama has sometimes poor bicycling infrastructure. It is also very challenging for pedestrians to navigate this community since very few common errands can be run without the use of a vehicle.

Services

High schools and primary schools are not numerous in Ama, and consequently tend to require a very long distance to get to. Regarding eating, house buyers in this part of the New Orleans metropolitan area typically have to turn to a car to access the closest supermarket. A small selection of restaurants can be found in Ama as well.

Character

Ama is a community to buy a house in for those who prefer a laid-back ambience. Since there are very few people out and about on the streets, Ama is relatively quiet. Parks aren't well-spread out, resulting in them being rather challenging to get to from the majority of locations within the community. Still, there are a few public green spaces close by for residents to unwind in.

Car friendly10.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.2

Other transportation modes are needed to reach day-to-day needs

Transit friendly0.0

Few transit options

Restaurants2.2

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.8

Some groceries within a short drive