Name: Parkway
Address: Salt Lake City

About the neighborhood

Parkway offers a peaceful, slower-paced environment with numerous parks nearby, including the well-regarded Riverview Park. There are approximately 20 green spaces accessible throughout the neighborhood, contributing to its serene and quiet atmosphere. Housing primarily consists of single detached homes and townhouses, with a strong presence of larger residences featuring four or more bedrooms. The neighborhood benefits from convenient access to primary and secondary schools within short pedestrian distances. Bicycle transportation is well-supported, providing a practical alternative for getting around the area. Many homes are located close to highways like I-15, and parking availability is typically easy and convenient.

Characteristics

Transportation

Parkway is rather appropriate for cycling. People who value residing in a compact area will also enjoy the reasonably pedestrian-friendly nature of Parkway, although common errands are sometimes challenging to run without a car. Traveling by public transit is difficult in this area. Thankfully, there is Fashion Place West Station with access to the 703 Red Line and 701 Blue Line. There are a few bus lines passing through the neighborhood, and it is convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most houses. However, the car is very often the best transportation option in Parkway. Many real estate listings are a short drive from the closest highway, such as Belt Route, and it is especially convenient to park.

Services

Residents will value that wherever their home is located in this area, both primary and secondary schools are nearby. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. Regarding food, the closest grocery store in Parkway is usually only a long trip away. Furthermore, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and a small variety of coffee shops is available as well.

Character

Home buyers who prefer a calm atmosphere will enjoy Parkway. Getting to public green spaces from many locations in the neighborhood, like Willow Pond Park and Millrace Park, is very easy, since the majority of properties for sale have one around the corner and there are about 20 parks nearby for residents to unwind in. This part of Murray is also very quiet, as the streets are usually very peaceful.

Car friendly9.2

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

Cycling friendly6.2

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.2

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.6

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

Groceries6.4

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