Name: Eastmont
Address: Everett

About the neighborhood

Eastmont offers a peaceful neighborhood characterized by tranquil streets and a calm atmosphere. The community includes a diverse range of housing, with many homes built since 2000 alongside those from earlier decades, featuring primarily single detached homes and row houses. Educational options are accessible, with nearby public and private elementary schools. Residents can find some dining options, including restaurants and coffee shops, along with opportunities to purchase groceries within the area. Transportation by car is convenient, with easy parking and quick access to a nearby highway, supplemented by several bus lines that connect the community efficiently to surrounding areas.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of the Seattle metropolitan area is very car friendly. The majority of real estate listings are a reasonably short drive from the closest highway, and it is very convenient to park. However, the public transit system in Eastmont is not very accessible. Thankfully, there are around 20 bus lines crossing the community, and it is convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most properties. This part of the Seattle metropolitan area is not especially bike-friendly because there is a considerable amount of elevation changes, and the cycling network is not very extensive. It is also occasionally difficult for pedestrians to navigate Eastmont since many daily needs are at times challenging to carry out without needing to get in a car.

Services

Property owners in this part of the Seattle metropolitan area will be pleased to learn that a grocery store is always only a rather long trip away. There are also a limited number of options for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes in close proximity. Concerning education, in Eastmont, property owners will usually be able to reach primary schools as pedestrians. However, high schools are not particularly abundant and therefore not always within a short distance. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

Eastmont is a wonderful community to buy a home in for those who prefer a calm environment. Eastmont is very quiet, as the streets are usually especially calm. Parks aren't well-situated, making them rather challenging to reach from the majority of locations in the community. Still, there are over 50 green spaces close by for residents to unwind in, such as Thornton A. Sullivan Park.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly4.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly1.2

Few transit options

Restaurants5.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.0

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