About the neighborhood

Ascot offers a calm and tranquil neighborhood with a variety of housing options, including single detached homes, duplexes, townhouses, and lofts ranging from cozy to spacious layouts. The community features convenient car parking and several nearby bus stops providing public transit access. Local shopping needs are supported by a nearby supermarket, alongside a selection of restaurants for dining options. The neighborhood’s natural topography and limited pedestrian traffic create a peaceful environment. Its housing stock, primarily built in the 1960s and 1970s, provides diverse architectural styles and comfortable living spaces in an inviting setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good transportation option in this area. It is especially convenient to find a parking spot. On the other hand, the public transit service in this part of Moraga is not very frequent. Nonetheless, property owners have access to a few bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. Getting around by bicycle is difficult in Ascot because the bicycling infrastructure is not very extensive, and bike riders encounter a significant amount of hills. Most homes for sale in this part of Moraga are located in areas that are also not very convenient for pedestrians as carrying out daily needs is inconvenient without a car.

Services

There are only a few high schools and primary schools in this neighborhood and thus they can be a rather long pedestrian trip away. Residents are served by public and private high schools. Concerning eating, it is frequently possible for property owners in Ascot to purchase groceries as pedestrians. There are also about 10 restaurants and cafes in this area.

Character

Ascot is a neighborhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a chill environment. Ascot remains relatively serene, as there are very few pedestrians.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly3.2

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.4

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly1.6

Few transit options

Restaurants4.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.0

Variety of groceries within a short drive