About the neighborhood

Bean Tract offers a calm neighborhood atmosphere with low traffic noise and a variety of convenient businesses nearby for daily needs and dining options. The area features primarily two- and three-bedroom single detached homes built mainly before the 1960s, contributing to its established character. Parking availability is generally easy, and the neighborhood provides access to several bus lines with stops conveniently located close to residences. Several grocery stores and educational institutions are accessible within a short distance. While public parks are not directly within the neighborhood, green spaces in adjacent areas are easily reachable, enhancing recreational possibilities.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of Alhambra is reasonably conducive to pedestrians; running day-to-day errands is convenient without needing to use a car, and many businesses are moderately close by. However, commuting by bicycle is at times difficult in this part of the city because there are few bike lanes, and the terrain is not particularly flat. The transit in Bean Tract is not very accessible. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. On the other hand, cars are a fairly good means of transportation in this area. Accessing a place to park is generally easy.

Services

Residents will find that no matter where their house is situated in Bean Tract, primary as well as high schools are close by. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. With respect to food, house buyers in this neighborhood will be pleased to learn that a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short pedestrian trip away. In addition, owing to 20-odd restaurants and cafes in Bean Tract, there is generally a place to get some food or drink just around the corner.

Character

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a neighborhood, Bean Tract is a fairly good option. Even though the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is rather challenging to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located quite far away. Bean Tract is very good for those who like a quiet atmosphere, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. There are a few green spaces close by for residents to check out and they are especially well-distributed, which makes them easy to get to.

Car friendly6.6

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 friendly7.0

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants8.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries8.2

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk