Name: Avis / Cherry
Address: San Jose

About the neighborhood

Avis / Cherry offers a calm atmosphere with low traffic noise, providing a peaceful living environment. The neighborhood features a notably cycling-friendly terrain with few hills, making it convenient for frequent bicycle travel. A variety of businesses, including general and specialty grocery stores, cafes, and restaurants, are close to most residences. Several bus lines pass through the area, and parking, along with highway access, is particularly convenient. Educational institutions, from primary to secondary levels, are located within a short distance from most properties. Housing options range from spacious lofts to four-bedroom units across apartment buildings and single detached homes.

Characteristics

Transportation

Riding a bicycle is reasonably adopted in Avis / Cherry since there are a limited number of elevation changes. Most homes for sale in this neighborhood are located in areas that are also moderately convenient for those who like to get around as pedestrians; many common errands can be run without a vehicle, and a variety of businesses are rather close by. Avis / Cherry is a fairly convenient part of San Jose for traveling by car. Nearby highways are very easy to reach from any home in this part of the city, and it is convenient to park. On the other hand, the transit network in this neighborhood is sometimes poor. Nonetheless, it is convenient to find a nearby rapid transit station, such as Race Station and Fruitdale Station with access to the Old Ironsides - Winchester, from most homes in the neighborhood. There are a few bus lines crossing the neighborhood, and bus stops are ordinarily around the corner.

Services

Primary as well as high schools are easy to reach without needing a car from anywhere in Avis / Cherry. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Concerning eating, a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short distance away in Avis / Cherry. Moreover, there are about 40 restaurants and a few coffee shops to benefit from in Avis / Cherry.

Character

Avis / Cherry has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area, its busier streets are still quite dynamic, and with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Avis / Cherry is great for those who need quiet areas, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Green spaces, including Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park, are very well-distributed and there are a few of them close by for residents to enjoy, making them easy to access.

Car friendly7.6

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

Cycling friendly6.4

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.4

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly4.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.4

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries8.6

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk