About the neighborhood

Englewood Park is a neighborhood characterized by well-maintained green spaces like Englewood Park and Summerlake Park, enhancing the tranquil environment throughout the area. The community enjoys convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes, providing a variety of nearby options for dining and shopping. Educational facilities including both public and private elementary and secondary schools are nearby, offering multiple choices for quality schooling. The neighborhood features varied housing options such as single detached homes, apartments, and duplexes, accommodating different preferences and needs. Efficient bicycling infrastructure supports convenient travel, while ample parking and close proximity to highways make car transportation straightforward and accessible.

Characteristics

Transportation

Englewood Park is conducive to pedestrians; most daily needs are convenient to carry out without a vehicle, and a variety of businesses are rather close at hand. Biking is also convenient in this part of the city as the cycling infrastructure is good. Getting around by public transit is difficult in Englewood Park. Thankfully, house owners have access to a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is generally very close by. On the other hand, cars are a reasonably good mode of transportation in this part of the city. It is easy to park, and it is a reasonably short drive to the nearest highway from any location in Englewood Park.

Services

It is generally practical for house buyers in Englewood Park to purchase their groceries without the use of a car. Moreover, there is typically a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. House buyers benefit from a good number of nearby clothing stores. Regarding education, locals will find that wherever their house is located in Englewood Park, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Residents benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Englewood Park is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of the city. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this part of Tigard with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located very close by. Englewood Park is excellent for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are generally very peaceful. Public green spaces, such as Summerlake Park and Greenway Park, are very well-situated and there are about 20 of them nearby for residents to discover, making them very easy to reach.

Car friendly7.8

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

Cycling friendly5.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.0

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