About the neighborhood

Bell Manor offers a range of single detached homes and small apartment buildings primarily constructed during the 1960s and 1970s, featuring spacious three- and four-bedroom layouts. The neighborhood provides easy car access with plentiful parking and quick routes to nearby highways. Numerous businesses are present, making daily errands convenient. Local dining options add to the variety of choices within the area. Educational facilities for various grade levels are within close proximity, enhancing the neighborhood’s accessibility to schooling. Nearby green spaces and parks are well-distributed for outdoor enjoyment, while parts of the neighborhood offer tranquil, serene environments.

Characteristics

Transportation

Getting around as a pedestrian is moderately feasible for property owners in Bell Manor; running daily errands is convenient without a car, and there are also a good number of businesses nearby. However, biking is sometimes challenging in this part of Bedford since the topography is not especially flat, and the cycling infrastructure is fairly poor. This part of Bedford is not very transit friendly. However, driving is very often the preferred approach to get around in this neighborhood. It is convenient to access a place to park, and it is a reasonably short car ride to the closest highway from anywhere in this part of the city.

Services

The closest grocery store in this neighborhood is typically only a rather short trip away. Likewise, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of opportunities, and residents can enjoy a few cafes as well. It is also a reasonably short pedestrian trip to a good variety of clothing stores. With respect to education, both primary and secondary schools are especially convenient to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in Bell Manor.

Character

Bell Manor is a great area for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Although this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets are still quite dynamic, and with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located within a short distance. On the other hand, it is easy to access parks since there are a few of them close by for residents to check out.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

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

Transit friendly0.4

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

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