Name: Boca Ciega Ridge
Address: Boca Ciega

About the neighborhood

Boca Ciega Ridge offers a calm and peaceful environment influenced by its quiet streets and low traffic noise. The community features primarily two- and three-bedroom single detached homes and row houses built during its growth from 1960 to 1980, providing a charming mid-century architectural character. Flat topography enhances ease of cycling throughout the neighborhood. Convenience is a highlight here, with many daily necessities located close by, including grocery stores and a selection of restaurants and cafes. Educational facilities, both primary and secondary, are easily accessible from almost every area. Nearby parks and green spaces in surrounding communities further complement the serene setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

The car is often the preferred transportation option in this part of the Tampa Bay metropolitan area. Accessing a parking spot is quite easy. On the other hand, the transit service in Boca Ciega Ridge is fairly poor. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines crossing the community, and the closest bus stop is typically very close by. The bike is a good mode of transportation in this community because the terrain is moderately flat. In contrast, there are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Boca Ciega Ridge, even though many daily needs can be carried out without a car.

Services

It is easy to get to the closest grocery store as a pedestrian in Boca Ciega Ridge. Likewise, those who like to eat in restaurants will have a fair number of choices, and home buyers are served by a few cafes as well. With regards to education, locals will welcome that no matter where their property is situated in Boca Ciega Ridge, primary as well as high schools are nearby. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

Boca Ciega Ridge has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Although the atmosphere is not the most lively in this community finding one of the a few nightlife venues is easy since they are generally situated in reasonably convenient locations. The noise levels in Boca Ciega Ridge are very low, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Public green spaces, such as Boca Ciega Millennium Park, are especially well-located and there are approximately 10 of them nearby for residents to visit, making it easy to reach them.

Car friendly7.4

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

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.6

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.8

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