About the neighborhood

Cross Lanes features a peaceful environment with minimal street noise, providing a tranquil setting near I-64. This community offers a variety of primarily single detached homes, including numerous two- and three-bedroom options, reflecting a well-developed housing market dating back to the 1970s. Educational needs are supported by nearby public primary schools and several private elementary and secondary institutions. Dining options include around ten different restaurants, offering convenient choices for meals. While transportation mainly relies on cars with ample parking available, the neighborhood benefits from multiple bus lines with properties close to stops. This area promises a quiet, residential atmosphere with accessible amenities nearby.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cross Lanes is especially car friendly. Accessing a place to park is quite easy. However, the transit network in this community is not very practical. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines traversing the community, and most homes are close to a bus stop. It is challenging for pedestrians to navigate Cross Lanes as very few common errands can be run without a vehicle. This community is also not very cycling-friendly since the bicycling infrastructure is not very well-developed, and cyclists are faced with a significant amount of slopes.

Services

In Cross Lanes, residents will generally be able to reach primary schools as pedestrians. However, house buyers may consider it difficult to access high schools without a vehicle. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. In terms of food, a vehicle is often required in this part of the Charleston metropolitan area to access one of about 10 supermarkets. Residents of Cross Lanes are served by approximately 20 restaurants as well.

Character

Home buyers who prefer a relaxed environment will enjoy Cross Lanes. Most areas in Cross Lanes are very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor around I-64.

Car friendly9.6

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly2.2

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.0

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.0

Few transit options

Restaurants3.6

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive