Name: Edwardsville
Address: Edwardsville

About the neighborhood

Edwardsville offers a serene environment characterized by peaceful streets and well-maintained green spaces, including several parks conveniently accessible throughout the area. The housing consists mainly of single detached homes with two or three bedrooms, many built around 1983, providing a variety of attractive options. Primary schools are located nearby, ensuring accessibility to education within the community. For transportation, driving is highly convenient, with ample parking and proximity to major highways making travel simple. Though cycling infrastructure is limited, the generally flat terrain provides some bicycling opportunities. A selection of local restaurants adds to the neighborhood’s quiet yet inviting character.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are an excellent medium of transportation in Edwardsville. It is especially convenient to park, and it is a rather short drive to the closest highway, such as I-435, from any home in this area. This area is not particularly amenable to biking since the cycling network is not very comprehensive. Nonetheless, the terrain is for the most part flat, and cycling is better in some sectors than others. It is also challenging for pedestrians to navigate Edwardsville as very few common errands can be run without the use of a vehicle.

Services

A vehicle is usually needed in this area to access the nearest grocery store. There are also approximately 20 restaurants in this city. When it comes to education, in Edwardsville, residents will often be able to access primary schools without a vehicle. However, there are only a very small number of high schools and accordingly they can be a very long trip away. At the elementary level, there are both public and private schools.

Character

Edwardsville offers a calm ambience and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. There are over 50 public green spaces nearby for residents to discover, including Edwardsville City Park and Stump Park, and they are very well-located, making them easy to get to. This area is also great for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are generally especially calm.

Car friendly9.6

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

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.8

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.2

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries2.0

Few or no groceries within a short drive