About the neighborhood

Centennial offers a tranquil environment distinguished by peaceful streets and numerous well-maintained parks such as Big Dry Creek Open Space and Kings Point Common Land, with over 50 conveniently located for easy access. The neighborhood features mostly single detached homes and townhouses built around the mid-1980s, providing spacious three to four-bedroom options. A variety of dining choices are available through more than 250 local restaurants and cafes. Primary schools are easily accessible from most neighborhoods, with options between public and private education at multiple levels. The area supports efficient driving with convenient parking and benefits from nearby Dry Creek Station along key transit lines.

Characteristics

Transportation

The car is often the preferred method of transportation in Centennial. It is very convenient to find a parking spot. On the other hand, the public transit service in Centennial is not very frequent. Nevertheless, there are various rapid transit stations on the Peoria - Lincoln and Union Station - Ridgegate. There are approximately 10 bus lines, and most properties are near a bus stop. Centennial is moderately cycling-friendly. On the other hand, there are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Centennial, despite the fact that most daily needs are easy to meet without a vehicle.

Services

In Centennial, home owners will generally be able to reach primary schools without needing a vehicle. However, high schools are not very plentiful and thus may require an extended distance to get to. Locals benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. As far as eating is concerned, the nearest grocery store in Centennial is usually only a rather short distance away. Additionally, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of choices, and there are also over 50 coffee shops in Centennial.

Character

Centennial offers a calm ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time in green spaces. This city is very quiet overall, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, parks, including Cottonwood Park West and and Open Space, are very well-situated and there are over 350 of them close by for residents to unwind in, which results in them being very easy to reach from the majority of locations within Centennial.

Car friendly7.6

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

Cycling friendly5.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.0

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

Transit friendly1.2

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants6.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.2

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