About the neighborhood

Beaches offers a peaceful neighborhood with a variety of housing options including single detached homes, apartments, and duplexes mostly built around 1980. The community features quiet streets and ample green spaces, with about ten parks nearby such as Jarboe Park and another local public park, providing outgoing opportunities and relaxation. Daily needs are supported by approximately 20 supermarkets and several restaurants and cafes scattered throughout the area. For education, public and private schools serving both elementary and high school levels are easily accessible. Cycling is convenient with level routes that connect many destinations, and plentiful parking enhances travel flexibility for personal vehicles.

Characteristics

Transportation

The bicycle is a good method of transportation in Beaches since there are a limited number of hills. Property owners who want to live in a compact area will also enjoy the pedestrian-friendly nature of this community; many common errands can be run without the need for a car, and numerous businesses are close at hand. The preferred means of transportation in Beaches is often driving. Parking is quite easy. However, the public transit infrastructure in Beaches is fairly poor. Nevertheless, the community is linked by a few bus lines, and it is especially convenient to find a nearby bus stop from most residences.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are easy to reach without a vehicle from any location in Beaches. Locals are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. When it comes to food, a supermarket is generally reachable within a short trip from most properties for sale in Beaches. Likewise, a restaurant is generally just around the corner, and property owners can enjoy approximately 20 cafes as well. It is also convenient to reach a variety of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

Beaches offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this part of the city with its about 30 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this area is very quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic. Green spaces are sparse, making it sometimes challenging to reach them. Still, there are about 40 public green spaces close by for residents to explore, including Dutton Island Preserve and Jarboe Park.

Car friendly7.0

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

Cycling friendly6.8

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.6

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly2.6

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.6

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

Groceries6.8

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