Name: Beverly / Wilshire
Address: San Jose

About the neighborhood

Beverly / Wilshire offers excellent connectivity with convenient access to multiple bus lines and nearby stops, facilitating easy transportation throughout the neighborhood. Cycling routes provide smooth travel to various destinations, enhancing mobility options even further. Educational institutions, including both primary and secondary schools, are located close to residences, ensuring accessibility. Numerous dining options and grocery stores, including specialty markets, cater to diverse culinary preferences without the need for long trips. The neighborhood features several green spaces and parks, supplying peaceful outdoor environments to relax or recreate. Housing options primarily consist of single detached homes, townhouses, and small apartment buildings, with many properties dating back to the early 1960s.

Characteristics

Transportation

Beverly / Wilshire will attract property owners that use various modes of transportation. Beverly / Wilshire is transit friendly. For example, there are a few bus lines passing through the neighborhood, and the nearest bus stop is typically around the corner. A majority of the houses for sale in this neighborhood are located in places that are also fairly well-suited for pedestrians; running common errands is convenient without needing to resort to a vehicle, and plenty of businesses are moderately close by. The bicycle is a good means of transportation in this area as there are a limited number of hills for cyclists to brave.

Services

It is very often feasible for home buyers in Beverly / Wilshire to purchase general and specialty groceries without needing to get in a car. Additionally, those who are fond of eating out won't have to go far in this part of San Jose, where about 40 restaurants and a few cafes are available. It is also a rather short trip to a reasonable selection of clothing stores. When it comes to education, both primary and secondary schools are easy to reach without a car from any location in this part of the city. At the secondary level, both public and private schools can be found.

Character

Beverly / Wilshire offers a variety of experiences for home buyers who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces. Although the ambience is not the most lively in this area, the vibe is still quite energetic around its busier streets, and with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located close by. On the other hand, there are about 10 green spaces close by for residents to explore, including Overfelt Gardens Park, and they are especially well-spread out, making them very easy to access.

Car friendly7.8

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 friendly7.2

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly5.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.4

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries8.8

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk