Name: Boardman
Address: Boardman

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 a very good transportation option in Boardman. Coming across a place to park is generally easy. In contrast, commuting by public transit is difficult in Boardman. Thankfully, homeowners benefit from a few bus lines, and it is especially convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most houses. This area is rather bike-friendly. However, traveling as a pedestrian in this area is not very popular, although many daily needs can be met without a vehicle.

Services

It is frequently an option for house buyers in Boardman to do groceries as pedestrians. Additionally, this area is a good place in which to go out to eat, and a small variety of cafes is available as well. Residents benefit from a good number of nearby clothing stores. As far as education is concerned, there are only a few high schools and primary schools in this area and thus they can be a rather long pedestrian trip away. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

The character of Boardman is exemplified by its relaxed atmosphere. Most areas in Boardman are quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic - although that is not the case close to Ohio Tpke, I-680, the railway line or the airport (Bieber Field).

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 pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

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