About the neighborhood

Oquirrh is a tranquil neighborhood featuring a wide range of green spaces that provide inviting outdoor areas. The community primarily consists of single detached homes built in the 1980s through the early 2000s, offering spacious layouts with three or more bedrooms. Residents benefit from convenient access to nearby primary schools and local grocery stores. Several bus lines traverse the area, with stops conveniently close for public transit use. Although the terrain includes some hills, the neighborhood remains easily navigable by car, with ample parking available. Dining options and cafes add to the comfortable and welcoming atmosphere found throughout this well-rounded neighborhood.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a fairly good transportation option in Oquirrh. It is convenient to park. In contrast, Oquirrh is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. A majority of the homes for sale in this neighborhood are located in places that are not especially convenient for pedestrians as carrying out day-to-day needs is at times challenging without a vehicle. This area is also not particularly cycling-friendly since the bicycling infrastructure is fairly poor, and there are a good number of slopes.

Services

Primary schools are very easy to get to as a pedestrian from most properties for sale in this area. However, high schools are not very plentiful and thus not always within a short distance. In terms of food, it is generally feasible for property owners in Oquirrh to purchase groceries as pedestrians. Residents benefit from around 10 restaurants and cafes as well.

Character

There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Oquirrh. It is easy to access parks from the majority of locations within the neighborhood since there are about 30 of them nearby for residents to unwind in. Finally, since there are very few pedestrians, this area remains relatively calm.

Car friendly6.6

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.0

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