About the neighborhood

Far Southwest boasts a convenient location with easy access to nearby highways and plentiful parking options. The neighborhood features a variety of housing types, including single detached homes, apartments, duplexes, and townhouses, mostly built around 1982, offering many two- and three-bedroom choices. Its quiet ambiance is enhanced by low traffic noise in most areas. Residents find green spaces thoughtfully placed throughout, providing attractive spots to relax and connect with nature. Several local businesses and dining options contribute to the neighborhood’s charm. Multiple bus lines serve the area, offering transit options despite less frequent service. This area presents a well-rounded community setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of the city is particularly car friendly. It is very convenient to park, and the majority of real estate listings are a very short drive from the nearest highway. On the other hand, the transit infrastructure in this area is not very practical. Thankfully, property owners benefit from a few bus lines, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. Traveling as a pedestrian in Far Southwest is not very common, although most daily needs are convenient to carry out without the use of a car, and there are also a fair number of businesses in proximity. This part of the city is also not very cycling-friendly because the bicycling network is rather poor, and there is a significant amount of hills.

Services

Locals will appreciate that wherever their property is located in Far Southwest, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, there are no high schools in this neighborhood. With regards to food, a supermarket is usually accessible within an extended trip from most properties for sale in Far Southwest. Additionally, there are a fair number of options for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes.

Character

Far Southwest has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Far Southwest is quiet, as the streets are generally quite calm, although that is not the case closer to None. However, it is easy to reach parks in the neighborhood since there are approximately 10 of them close by for residents to explore. Lastly, even though the atmosphere is not the most lively in this part of the city with its a few nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities.

Car friendly9.4

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

Cycling friendly3.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.6

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries5.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive