About the neighborhood

Crown Heights offers a calm and inviting neighborhood ambiance with low street noise and peaceful surroundings. The area features a variety of single detached homes and townhouses, mostly built before 1960, providing character and charm. Daily errands are convenient thanks to numerous nearby businesses and easy access to supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants. The well-developed bicycling infrastructure makes traveling by bike comfortable and practical. Proximity to highways ensures straightforward commuting by car, with ample parking generally available. Educational institutions, including primary and high schools, are conveniently close to residences throughout the neighborhood, enhancing accessibility for residents seeking nearby schooling options.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area is a fairly pleasant part of Oklahoma City for pedestrians; meeting day-to-day needs is convenient without the use of a vehicle, and plenty of businesses are rather close at hand. It is also convenient to get around by bicycle in Crown Heights since the cycling infrastructure is fairly good. The car is very often the best method of transportation in this part of the city. It is convenient to park, and many properties for sale are a short drive from the closest highway. On the other hand, Crown Heights is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines, and bus stops are typically close by.

Services

Locals will appreciate that wherever their home is located in Crown Heights, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Residents are served by public and private secondary schools. With regards to food, a supermarket is usually reachable within a rather short trip from any home in Crown Heights. Likewise, there is generally a restaurant or cafe in close proximity.

Character

Crown Heights is appealing, as it contains both vibrant and quiet areas. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this neighborhood with its a few nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this area is very quiet, as the streets tend to be very calm.

Car friendly8.0

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

Cycling friendly5.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.0

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.6

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

Groceries7.6

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