About the neighborhood

Crescent Park offers a tranquil neighborhood with a slower-paced atmosphere and low traffic noise, creating a peaceful living environment. The area features well-designed bicycling infrastructure, complemented by rolling elevation that can provide scenic views during rides. Convenient access to several nearby parks allows opportunities for outdoor relaxation and recreation. Dining options include a selection of local restaurants, adding to the neighborhood’s charm and convenience. Educational facilities, including primary and high schools, are close at hand and easily accessible. The housing stock primarily consists of spacious single detached homes built around 1983, complemented by some large apartment buildings, presenting diverse choices for different preferences.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a fairly good transportation option in this area. It is straightforward to park. In contrast, the transit network in this area is quite bad. Nevertheless, there is Crescent View Station with access to the 701 Blue Line. There are no bus circuits passing through the neighborhood. It is sometimes challenging to move around by bicycle in Crescent Park as there is a considerable amount of elevation changes. Nonetheless, the cycling network is good. There are also relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of this neighborhood, despite the fact that many daily needs can be met without needing to use a vehicle.

Services

It is challenging to access the closest grocery store without the need for a car in this neighborhood. Furthermore, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and residents can enjoy a few cafes as well. When it comes to education, locals will appreciate that wherever their house is located in this part of Sandy, both primary and secondary schools are nearby. Home buyers benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

Crescent Park offers a relaxed environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This part of the city is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, parks are easy to access since there are around 10 of them nearby for residents to explore.

Car friendly7.6

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

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.0

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly1.4

Few transit options

Restaurants6.4

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

Groceries5.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive