Name: North Apollo
Address: North Apollo, PA

About the neighborhood

North Apollo offers a peaceful and tranquil environment with quiet streets that create a calm community feel. The area provides mostly single detached homes and townhouses, with a good selection of three-bedroom units available. Residents benefit from easy parking and straightforward car travel throughout the borough. While the local dining options are limited, there are several restaurants nearby to explore. Grocery stores are accessible for many with some being even within close proximity to certain residences. Although schools are not located within the borough, green spaces in surrounding areas are readily accessible for outdoor enjoyment.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area is very car friendly. It is especially convenient to park. North Apollo is not very suitable for pedestrians because very few common errands can be run without needing a car. Commuting by bicycle is also difficult in this borough because there is a considerable amount of hills, and this area has rather limited bicycling infrastructure.

Services

The closest supermarket in North Apollo is generally only a rather short distance away. There are also a few choices for those who appreciate close by restaurants. In terms of education, there are only a very small number of primary schools in this area and therefore they can be a very long distance away. Moreover, North Apollo does not contain any high schools.

Character

North Apollo is a great borough to buy a house in for those who prefer a calm atmosphere. Most areas in North Apollo are especially quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Parks aren't well-distributed, making it sometimes challenging to reach them. Still, there are a few green spaces close by for residents to visit, like Griftlo Park.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly3.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.2

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Restaurants3.6

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping2.0

Few or no shops within a short drive