Name: Horizons
Address: Phoenix

About the neighborhood

Horizons offers a serene neighborhood with notably low noise levels and several accessible public green spaces for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. The area features a mix of housing options, including three- and two-bedroom single detached homes along with various apartment buildings built mainly between 1990 and 2000. Bicycle transport is supported by numerous bike lanes, facilitating easy movement throughout. Convenient bus stops are located near most residences, enhancing the neighborhood’s connectivity. Nearby primary schools and a selection of approximately 20 restaurants and cafes add convenience to everyday living. Additionally, proximity to a highway allows smooth travel to other destinations with ample parking availability.

Characteristics

Transportation

Horizons will attract house buyers who want to live in a compact community since it is moderately geared towards pedestrians, although common amenities such as post offices or banks can be an occasionally long distance away. It is also convenient to commute by bicycle in this part of Scottsdale as there are a good number of bike lanes. Public transit users may find very limited options in Horizons as a result of the infrequent service. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually close by. However, cars are a very good transportation option in Horizons. It is convenient to park, and nearby highways are easy to drive to from any location in this neighborhood.

Services

It is a rather short distance to reach primary schools from any location in Horizons. However, high schools are not numerous and accordingly tend to require a very long trip to get to. Locals are served by public and private elementary schools. Regarding food, it is difficult to reach the nearest supermarket as a pedestrian in this neighborhood. Furthermore, there is generally a restaurant or cafe in close proximity.

Character

Horizons is a great neighborhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a relaxed ambience. This part of Scottsdale is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, green spaces, like Horizon Park and WestWorld, are very well-distributed and there are a few of them close by for residents to check out, making them easy to get to.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly0.8

Few transit options

Restaurants6.4

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

Groceries6.2

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