About the neighborhood

Boardman offers a calm and peaceful environment characterized by predominantly single detached homes and charming small apartment buildings. The township features convenient access to about 30 supermarkets and more than 150 restaurants and cafes, providing a variety of dining and shopping options. Transportation is facilitated by multiple bus lines with stops frequently located nearby, alongside bicycle-friendly routes that promote easy cycling throughout the area. Educational opportunities include both public and private elementary schools, adding to the community’s well-rounded amenities. Residents benefit from a relaxed atmosphere with reasonably quiet streets and accessibility to essential services in this well-connected township.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the favored transportation option in Boardman. It is especially convenient to find a parking spot. In contrast, residents using public transit may experience few options in this area by reason of the service's low frequency. Nevertheless, the township is served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far from most homes. This area is moderately cycling-friendly. On the other hand, traveling as a pedestrian in Boardman is not very popular, although running common errands is convenient without a vehicle.

Services

A grocery store is usually reachable within a rather short trip from most houses for sale in this township. Additionally, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, and a small variety of coffee shops is available as well. Residents can find a good number of nearby clothing stores. With respect to education, high schools and primary schools are not very plentiful in Boardman, and thus not always within a short distance. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

The character of Boardman is exemplified by its calm atmosphere. Boardman is quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor - although that is not the case around the airport (Bieber Field), Ohio Tpke, I-680 or the railway line.

Car friendly9.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low 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 friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.2

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