About the neighborhood

AVA offers a peaceful and relaxed neighborhood with tranquil streets that promote calm surroundings. Residents have convenient access to numerous businesses and a wide variety of general and specialty grocery stores located very close by. The neighborhood also features many beloved cafes and eateries that enhance daily dining options. With several schools situated nearby, educational facilities are accessible to residents. AVA supports outdoor activity through its well-developed cycling infrastructure, allowing easy movement throughout the area. Though parks are found in adjacent neighborhoods, green spaces remain easy to access. Housing options include spacious apartment buildings and charming single detached homes and townhouses.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is convenient for pedestrians to move around in this area; many daily needs are straightforward to meet without the use of a car, and numerous businesses are close at hand. Bicycling is also easy in AVA. The transit service in AVA is not very convenient. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighborhood, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. However, getting around by car is convenient in AVA. Most homes for sale are a very short car ride from the nearest highway.

Services

In AVA, residents will typically be able to reach primary as well as high schools as pedestrians. Concerning food, a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a very short pedestrian trip away in this part of Burbank. Furthermore, those who are fond of dining out won't have to travel far in AVA, where around 40 restaurants and about 10 coffee shops can be found. It is also straightforward to get to a variety of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

AVA is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighborhood. AVA is very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. On the other hand, there are a few green spaces nearby for residents to explore and they are especially well-distributed, making it easy to get to them. Finally, even though this part of Burbank is not known for its lively atmosphere, its main streets can still be quite energetic, and with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located close by.

Car friendly6.8

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly8.0

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants8.6

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries9.2

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk