About the neighborhood

Goshen offers a tranquil environment with a mainly residential feel, characterized by single detached homes built during the 1960s and 1970s. The neighborhood features predominantly two and three-bedroom residences, contributing to its distinctive character. Parking availability is plentiful, supported by street infrastructure designed with car travel in mind, along with access to several bus lines nearby. While the area’s topography presents varied terrain, residents can take advantage of local secondary schools within easy outgoing reach and convenient road connections. Accessibility to parks and green spaces in nearby communities adds to the overall appeal of this peaceful residential area.

Characteristics

Transportation

Moving around by car is especially convenient in Goshen. The city block layout is moderately amenable to cars, and parking is quite easy. On the other hand, the public transit network in Goshen is not very accessible. Thankfully, house owners have access to a few bus lines, and it is very convenient to find a nearby bus stop from most houses. The bicycle is a rather limited method of transportation in Goshen since the bicycling infrastructure is quite bad, and there are a good number of slopes for cyclists to brave. Thankfully, cycling is fairly prevalent. It is also very inconvenient for pedestrians to move around in Goshen as carrying out daily needs is very challenging without a vehicle.

Services

In this community, locals will typically be able to access secondary schools without the need for a car. In contrast, primary schools are not plentiful and accordingly not always within a short distance. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Regarding food, home buyers in this part of the Eugene-Springfield metropolitan area usually have to rely on a vehicle to do groceries. There are also a few choices for those who value nearby restaurants.

Character

Goshen is a community to buy a house in for those who prefer a chill ambience. Due to the presence of very few pedestrians, Goshen is relatively serene. It is sometimes difficult to access parks in the community since they are sparse. Despite that, there are a few public green spaces close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly2.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.2

Other transportation modes are needed to reach day-to-day needs

Transit friendly2.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants2.2

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.2

Some groceries within a short drive