Name: Intervale
Address: Burlington

About the neighborhood

Intervale offers a tranquil neighborhood with a charming mix of small apartment buildings, duplexes, and single detached homes. Its varied housing stock, including predominantly one- and two-bedroom residences, reflects growth mainly from before 1960, adding character and history to the area. Dining options are accessible with a fair number of nearby restaurants, and grocery shopping can be conveniently found without much travel. The neighborhood’s street infrastructure is designed to accommodate car travel efficiently, providing easy parking and straightforward navigation. While public transportation is limited, the proximity to various businesses offers practical conveniences. This area promises a peaceful living environment for many.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of Burlington is particularly car friendly. The majority of the street infrastructure is appropriate for driving, and it is especially convenient to find a parking spot. In contrast, the public transit access in this area is not very practical. Thankfully, there are around 30 bus lines passing through the neighborhood, and bus stops are not very far from most residences. Intervale is not especially suitable for pedestrians because few daily errands can be run without a car, and there are also a good number of businesses nearby. Although people often decide to move around by bicycle, and a few pleasant pockets for cycling exist, commuting by bicycle is also difficult in Intervale because the bicycling infrastructure is somewhat poor, and there are a fair number of hills for cyclists to brave.

Services

The nearest supermarket in Intervale is typically only a rather short trip away. Likewise, a restaurant is typically just around the corner, and property owners are served by a few cafes as well. When it comes to education, high schools and primary schools are not particularly plentiful in Intervale, and accordingly not always within a short distance.

Character

Intervale is a great part of Burlington for those who enjoy indoor activities. Although this area is not known for its vibrancy, with the bars in nearby neighborhoods, it is sometimes difficult to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located relatively close by. This part of Burlington is relatively quiet, since there are very few pedestrians; however those who are near the railway line may experience higher levels of noise.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly2.0

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly0.8

Few transit options

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries7.2

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