About the neighborhood

Amana offers a peaceful community with quiet streets, making it ideal for individuals seeking a calm and slower pace. The area features a variety of housing options, including spacious three and four-bedroom homes along with smaller apartment buildings and duplexes. Many residences date from before the 1960s, showcasing timeless architectural styles. Parking is generally convenient throughout the community, supporting easy access by car. Basic amenities like pharmacies, cafes, and restaurants are situated nearby, providing everyday convenience. The neighborhood’s well-developed bicycling network enhances outdoor activity opportunities, despite its hilly terrain. Overall, Amana presents a tranquil and accommodating environment for residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good transportation option in Amana. Parking is quite easy. The bicycle is a somewhat poor mode of transportation in Amana because the topography is not especially flat. Thankfully, there are a good number of bike lanes. Getting around as a pedestrian is also not very convenient for residents in Amana as very few daily needs can be met without a vehicle.

Services

House buyers in this community commonly have to rely on a car to access the closest grocery store. Nevertheless, pharmacies are typically straightforward to get to as a pedestrian and provide some basic food items. There are also a few choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. With regards to education, primary schools are not plentiful in Amana, and accordingly not always within a short distance, and there are no high schools.

Character

Amana is a wonderful community to buy a house in for those who prefer a calm environment. Amana is especially quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.8

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Restaurants3.8

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.6

Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping3.4

Some shops within a short drive