Name: Ben Ali
Address: Sacramento

About the neighborhood

Ben Ali offers a blend of single detached homes and small apartment buildings, primarily featuring one and two-bedroom residences. The neighborhood benefits from several convenient public transit options, including a nearby station and bus lines, providing easy access around the area. It is especially welcoming to cycling due to its mostly flat terrain and well-planned routes. Daily errands are made simple with supermarkets and restaurants located within close range. Nearby neighborhoods provide well-maintained parks and green spaces, contributing to a peaceful environment. Additionally, primary schools are situated conveniently, adding to the neighborhood’s overall accessibility and charm.

Characteristics

Transportation

No matter the medium of transportation, it is reasonably straightforward to travel in Ben Ali. The good transit system makes transit a viable option for many. The nearest rapid transit station, such as Marconi / Arcade Station and Swanston Station on the Meadowview - Watt / I-80, is commonly very close by from most residences in the neighborhood. There are a few bus lines, and it is very convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most houses. In contrast, getting around as a pedestrian in this part of Sacramento is not very popular, although carrying out daily needs is convenient without a car, and plenty of businesses are moderately close by. Riding a bike is fairly common in Ben Ali since there are not many slopes to confront cyclists. Traveling by car is also especially convenient in this part of the city. It is especially convenient to come across a place to park, and most houses for sale are a very short drive from the closest highway, such as Sacramento Freeway.

Services

It is very often feasible for home buyers in Ben Ali to do their grocery shopping without a car. Likewise, this part of Sacramento is a good place in which to go out to eat, and a limited variety of cafes is available as well. With regards to education, it is a rather short trip to reach primary schools from any location in Ben Ali. On the other hand, Ben Ali does not have any high schools.

Character

Ben Ali offers a great variety of green spaces to enjoy. There are a few parks close by for residents to discover and they are very well-distributed, which makes it easy to reach them from a large number of locations within this neighborhood. Lastly, since there are few pedestrians, this part of the city remains relatively quiet, although noise levels are higher closer to Sacramento Freeway.

Car friendly9.8

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.6

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly5.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries7.8

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