Name: Bloomfield
Address: Bloomfield

About the neighborhood

Bloomfield offers a peaceful and quiet environment with several public green spaces perfect for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. This township provides a variety of housing options, including single detached homes and spacious apartments, catering to different preferences. Convenience is a strength here, with approximately ten grocery stores located nearby and several restaurants within reach. Educational facilities, particularly primary schools, are accessible with relatively short commutes. The community’s bicycling-friendly infrastructure encourages an alternative, eco-conscious mode of transportation. Parking availability is generally favorable, making car travel a practical choice throughout the township. Overall, Bloomfield balances tranquility, diverse housing, and convenient amenities for residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the preferred transportation option in Bloomfield. Accessing a place to park is generally easy. In contrast, getting around by public transit is difficult in Bloomfield. Thankfully, homeowners are served by a few bus lines, and it is very convenient to find a nearby bus stop from most properties. This area is rather bike-friendly. However, traveling as a pedestrian in this township is not very common, despite the fact that carrying out daily needs is easy without a vehicle.

Services

The closest supermarket in this township is usually only a reasonably short trip away. Moreover, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a fair number of opportunities, and a small variety of cafes can be found as well. With regards to education, locals will appreciate that wherever their house is located in Bloomfield, primary schools are nearby. However, it can be difficult to reach high schools as a pedestrian. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

The character of Bloomfield is exemplified by its calm ambience. It is easy to reach parks in the township and there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to explore. This area is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor closer to I-35 or the airport (Des Moines Intl).

Car friendly8.2

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.6

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.4

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