About the neighborhood

Beaverton offers a calm and peaceful environment with quiet streets ideal for comfortable daily living. The city features a well-developed bicycling infrastructure, making cycling a convenient option for short trips. Residents benefit from easy access to over 50 supermarkets, numerous restaurants, and coffee shops nearby. Educational needs are supported by both public and private primary and secondary schools within close reach. Transportation options include multiple rapid transit stations on two MAX lines, the WES Commuter Rail, and around 20 bus lines providing excellent connectivity. With more than 100 public green spaces such as Willow Creek Greenway, recreation and nature are abundant throughout the area.

Characteristics

Transportation

Beaverton will appeal to home buyers who appreciate living in a compact area because it is fairly pedestrian-friendly; running common errands is convenient without a vehicle, and there are also a good number of businesses close by. This part of the Portland metropolitan area is also appropriate for bicycling as the bicycling network is rather extensive. Cars are a good transportation option in Beaverton. It is convenient to park. On the other hand, Beaverton is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, residents profit from plenty of rapid transit stations with access to the MAX Red Line and MAX Blue Line. There is the Beaverton TC WES Station and Hall / Nimbus WES Station on the WES Commuter Rail. House owners benefit from approximately 20 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most residences.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are easy to access as a pedestrian from any location in Beaverton. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. As far as food is concerned, the nearest supermarket in Beaverton is usually only a rather short distance away. Likewise, Beaverton is a fairly good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe, for instance on Cedar Hills Boulevard.

Character

Beaverton is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this city. Beaverton is very good for those who need quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. However, there are over 500 green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in, like Roger Tilbury Memorial Park and Koll Center Wetlands Natural Area, and they are very well-spread out, making them easy to get to. Finally, although this city is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its over 50 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities.

Car friendly7.6

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

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat 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 friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.2

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

Groceries7.6

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