About the neighborhood

Franklin offers excellent access to multiple forms of public transportation, including around 10 nearby bus lines, making daily travel convenient and efficient. This neighborhood is known for its gentle terrain, contributing to easy bicycle navigation and added commuting options. Residents find many grocery stores, cafes, and restaurants just a short distance away, particularly along 7th Street. Educational facilities, including primary and secondary schools, are readily accessible in the area. Parks are conveniently close from most locations, providing enjoyable outdoor spaces. The neighborhood’s diverse character is reflected in its variety of nighttime venues along 4th Street and the generally peaceful atmosphere throughout.

Characteristics

Transportation

Franklin does not demand use of a car as various other methods of transportation are available. Thanks to about 10 nearby bus lines, Franklin is moderately transit friendly. Getting around as a pedestrian is also very practical for property owners in this part of the city; running daily errands is very easy without the use of a vehicle, and many businesses are rather close at hand. This part of Long Beach is cycling-friendly since there are a limited number of hills to challenge cyclists.

Services

Locals will welcome that no matter where their home is situated in this neighborhood, primary as well as high schools are close by. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. In terms of food, it is very often feasible for house buyers in Franklin to buy general and specialty groceries as pedestrians. In addition, thanks to over 100 restaurants and approximately 10 cafes, this neighborhood is a very good area in which to go out to eat, for instance along 4th Street. It is also very easy to get to a selection of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

Franklin has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Franklin is quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Access to green spaces is easy in the neighborhood since there are approximately 10 of them nearby for residents to visit. Finally, this part of the city has many areas to explore. Even though there is a limited selection of entertainment venues, there are usually a very large number of people around, and with its approximately 20 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. 7th Street is among the most animated streets in this neighborhood.

Car friendly4.0

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly6.8

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly8.8

Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

Transit friendly5.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.8

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries9.2

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk