Name: Amarillo
Address: Amarillo

About the neighborhood

Amarillo, Texas, offers a peaceful environment with a rich selection of single detached homes built mostly around 1984. The neighborhood features primarily two- and three-bedroom houses that contribute to its charming character. Shopping needs can be conveniently met with about 30 nearby grocery stores, while dining options are also available close by. Educational opportunities are accessible, with both public and private primary and secondary schools nearby. Navigating the area is simple with easy parking and quick access to US Highway 87. Although public transit options exist, car travel remains efficient in this quiet and pleasant setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good means of transportation in Amarillo. Nearby highways, such as I-27, are reasonably easy to reach from any home in this census county division, and it is straightforward to find a parking spot. In contrast, the public transit network in this area is not very accessible. Nevertheless, property owners are served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. Even though there are a limited number of slopes for cyclists to brave, commuting by bicycle is sometimes challenging in Amarillo as the bicycling network is not very comprehensive. There are also relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Amarillo, although running common errands is easy without the need to use a vehicle.

Services

Residents will appreciate that wherever their home is situated in this area, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. As far as food is concerned, it is easy to get to the closest supermarket as a pedestrian in this census county division. Likewise, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of opportunities, and property owners are served by over 50 cafes as well.

Character

Amarillo offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Although this area is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its approximately 50 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, the noise levels in this census county division are especially low, as the streets are very peaceful.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly4.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.0

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.0

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