About the neighborhood

Edgewood offers excellent cycling infrastructure, making biking a practical choice for getting around. The borough features a variety of local businesses and dining options within easy reach. Multiple public and private elementary and secondary schools are located nearby, providing access to education within the area. Commuting by car is highly convenient, with ample parking and quick access to major highways like Penn Lincoln Parkway. Peaceful streets contribute to a tranquil atmosphere with low noise levels away from main roads. Predominantly composed of single detached homes and smaller apartment buildings, the housing stock provides versatile two and three-bedroom options for diverse preferences.

Characteristics

Transportation

This borough is a fairly convenient borough for pedestrians; many daily needs can be met without a car, and various businesses are rather close at hand. The bike is a reasonably good mode of transportation in Edgewood since the cycling network is fairly comprehensive. Public transit riders may find few choices in Edgewood as a result of the low service level. Nonetheless, there are approximately 20 bus lines traversing the borough, and bus stops are not very far away from most houses. In contrast, cars are a very good transportation option in Edgewood. It is a very short car ride to the closest highway, such as Penn Lincoln Pkwy, from any home in this borough, and it is convenient to park.

Services

Property owners in Edgewood will value that a grocery store is always only a short distance away. Furthermore, a restaurant is generally just around the corner, and home buyers benefit from a few cafes as well. It is also a rather short trip to a decent selection of clothing stores. As far as education is concerned, residents will value that no matter where their property is located in Edgewood, primary as well as high schools are close by. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a borough, Edgewood is a fairly good option. Most areas in Edgewood are reasonably quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic, however some parts can be quite loud, especially closer to the railway line or Penn Lincoln Pkwy. On the other hand, there are about 20 parks close by for residents to enjoy, such as Les Getz Memorial Park and Frick Park, making them very easy to get to. Finally, although the ambience is not the most lively in this area places to go out at night are well-distributed throughout the borough.

Car friendly8.0

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly4.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries8.0

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