About the neighborhood

Foothills offers a tranquil environment with low traffic noise, creating a peaceful setting for residents. The neighborhood features convenient access to multiple green spaces, such as Kiwanis Park, providing enjoyable outdoor opportunities. Cycling is well supported by numerous bike lanes, making it easy to navigate the area by bicycle. Public transportation is accessible via several nearby bus stops, while driving is smooth with generally easy parking. Housing options are varied, including single detached homes, smaller apartments, and duplexes, mostly offering two to three bedrooms. The community provides convenient access to primary schools within a short distance. Dining and supermarket options are available within reach.

Characteristics

Transportation

Riding a bike is rather embraced in Foothills as the cycling network is comprehensive. It is also convenient for pedestrians to navigate this part of Provo, although common amenities such as hardware stores or hair salons can be an occasionally long distance away. The public transit network in Foothills is fairly poor. Nonetheless, the neighborhood is connected by a few bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. In contrast, moving around by car is convenient in Foothills. Parking is quite easy.

Services

It is generally possible for home buyers in this part of the city to do grocery shopping as pedestrians. Likewise, this neighborhood is a good place in which to eat out, and residents benefit from a few cafes as well. Regarding education, it is a rather short distance to get to primary schools from most houses for sale in this neighborhood. On the other hand, there are no high schools in Foothills.

Character

Foothills offers a calm environment and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. It is easy to access parks in the neighborhood since there are around 20 of them nearby for residents to unwind in. This area is very quiet overall, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic.

Car friendly6.0

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly5.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.6

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

Transit friendly2.6

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries6.6

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