About the neighborhood

Bushtown / Highland Park offers a tranquil neighborhood with predominantly single detached homes and some duplexes, featuring charming architectural styles from before the 1960s through the 2000s. The area provides convenient cycling infrastructure, making bike travel an easy option. Several bus lines run through the neighborhood, with stops located near most residences, enhancing transit accessibility. Many restaurants and cafes contribute to the local dining scene, alongside grocery shopping options within short distances that sometimes require vehicle access. Schools, both public and private, are accessible from this location. Quiet streets provide a peaceful setting, making Bushtown / Highland Park an inviting community to settle in.

Characteristics

Transportation

Moving around by bicycle is convenient in Bushtown / Highland Park. House buyers who want to reside in a compact community will also be pleased with the reasonably pedestrian-friendly character of this neighborhood; many common errands can be run without needing to get in a vehicle, and numerous businesses are moderately close at hand. This neighborhood is moderately car friendly. Many properties for sale are a rather short drive from the closest highway, and it is very convenient to access a parking spot. In contrast, the public transit service in Bushtown / Highland Park is not very frequent. Thankfully, the neighborhood is connected by approximately 10 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is typically very close by.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are straightforward to get to without a car from any location in this area. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Concerning food, property owners in this area will value that a grocery store is always only a long distance away. Furthermore, a restaurant is generally just around the corner, and property owners can enjoy a few cafes as well.

Character

Bushtown / Highland Park offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this neighborhood with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this area is very quiet, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Car friendly7.0

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

Cycling friendly5.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.2

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

Groceries5.6

Variety of groceries within a short drive