About the neighborhood

Amherst offers a peaceful and relaxed environment with quiet streets that create a tranquil atmosphere for residents. The town features a variety of housing options, predominantly single detached homes alongside some duplexes, with properties ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms. Built mostly around 1969, the housing stock provides diverse choices for various preferences. Several grocery stores and dining establishments are conveniently located within the town, supporting everyday needs. Educational institutions, particularly primary schools, are accessible from most homes. While automobile travel is the most effective transportation mode, limited bus lines provide additional public transit options.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of the Lynchburg metropolitan area is very car friendly. It is convenient to park. On the other hand, Amherst is not a very pleasant part of the Lynchburg metropolitan area for moving around by public transit. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines traversing the town, and the nearest bus stop is typically a short distance away. Amherst is not very suitable for pedestrians because very few daily errands can be run without a car. Although there is a reasonably high density of cyclists, the bicycle is a rather limited means of transportation in Amherst as there is a considerable amount of hills, and the cycling network is not very well-developed.

Services

Home buyers in Amherst will be pleased to learn that a grocery store is always only a rather short distance away. Residents of Amherst benefit from about 10 restaurants as well. Concerning education, locals will value that no matter where their home is located in this part of the Lynchburg metropolitan area, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, high schools are not numerous and thus not always within a short distance.

Character

The character of Amherst is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. The noise levels in Amherst are very low, as the streets are generally very peaceful.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly2.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.8

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly0.6

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.4

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.2

Variety of groceries within a short drive