Name: Bluemont Lakes
Address: Fargo

About the neighborhood

Bluemont Lakes features a calm and peaceful atmosphere with quiet streets throughout the neighborhood. The area offers a diverse mix of housing options including single detached homes, spacious apartments, duplexes, and townhouses. Many residences consist of two and three bedroom units that cater to a variety of preferences. Comprehensive bicycling infrastructure makes this neighborhood convenient and accessible for bike access without steep hills. Bus lines serve the area with stops located close to most properties, while driving access is excellent, providing easy routes to highways and convenient parking options. Local grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops provide essential amenities nearby.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is easy to commute by bike in Bluemont Lakes as it is an even ride to most locations, and there are a fair number of bike lanes. It is also easy for pedestrians to get around in this area; many common errands can be run without a vehicle, and plenty of businesses are reasonably close at hand. Commuting by public transit is challenging in Bluemont Lakes. Nevertheless, residents benefit from a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties. On the other hand, the favored method to navigate Bluemont Lakes is very often driving. The majority of real estate listings are a short drive from the nearest highway, such as I-94, and parking is quite easy.

Services

Home buyers in Bluemont Lakes will appreciate that a grocery store is always only a reasonably short pedestrian trip away. Moreover, those who like to eat in restaurants will have a good number of opportunities, and a small selection of coffee shops is available as well. In terms of education, locals will find that wherever their home is situated in this part of Fargo, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, this area does not contain any high schools. At the elementary level, both public and private schools can be found.

Character

Bluemont Lakes is unique in that it contains both vibrant and quiet areas, making it appealing to more people. Although this part of Fargo is not known for its vibrancy, with the nightlife venues in nearby neighborhoods, it is rather difficult to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located relatively far away. At the same time, this area is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor close to I-94.

Car friendly9.4

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.0

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.0

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

Groceries6.2

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