About the neighborhood

Downtown / 190th / Riverfront features excellent cycling infrastructure, making it convenient for bike travel throughout the neighborhood. Several bus lines serve the area with stops typically close by, providing access to public transportation. Residents benefit from an abundance of eateries, including approximately thirty restaurants and coffee shops, offering diverse dining options. The neighborhood’s extensive green spaces include Sammamish River Park and Blyth Park, providing refreshing outdoor areas. Housing options are diverse, with a balance between large and small apartment buildings as well as single detached homes, primarily built around 1995. Access to primary schools is close, and essential services and grocery stores are within reasonable reach.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is easy for pedestrians to navigate this area; running day-to-day errands is convenient without a car, and there are also a fair number of businesses nearby. It is also easy to commute by bike in this area as the bicycling infrastructure is good. The car is very often the preferred method of transportation in Downtown / 190th / Riverfront. Most houses for sale are a short drive from the closest highway, such as I-405, and parking is generally easy. In contrast, public transit riders may experience limited options in Downtown / 190th / Riverfront as a result of the service's low frequency. Nevertheless, the neighborhood is served by a few bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop.

Services

It is a reasonably short distance to reach primary schools from most homes for sale in Downtown / 190th / Riverfront. However, locals may consider it difficult to get to high schools as pedestrians. House buyers have the option of public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. When it comes to eating, both general and specialty grocery stores are typically accessible within a reasonably short distance from any home in Downtown / 190th / Riverfront. Additionally, this part of Bothell is a good place in which to go out to eat or go to a cafe, for example on Main Street.

Character

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors will feel at home in Downtown / 190th / Riverfront. Although the ambience is not the liveliest in this neighborhood with its a few bars, there are options for nighttime activities. On the other hand, there are around 20 green spaces close by for residents to check out, such as Sammamish River Park and Blyth Park, which makes it very easy to access them.

Car friendly9.4

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.4

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

Groceries5.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive