Name: Pointe West Phase
Address: Upper Macungie

About the neighborhood

Pointe West Phase offers a tranquil environment characterized by primarily single detached homes, with many properties featuring three or more bedrooms built around 1983. The community benefits from proximity to several parks, providing natural spaces accessible from numerous locations. Culinary options include a selection of nearby restaurants, contributing to local convenience. The neighborhood's location allows for straightforward driving, with easy parking and quick access to major highways. Quiet surroundings with minimal street noise contribute to a peaceful atmosphere throughout the community. Townhouses complement the housing variety, making Pointe West Phase a pleasant neighborhood known for its calm and inviting setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

Commuting by car is very convenient in this community. Most properties for sale are a reasonably short drive from the nearest highway, and it is very easy to park. A majority of the homes for sale in this community are located in places that are not very convenient for people who like to travel as pedestrians since carrying out daily needs is inconvenient without a car. It is also very hard to commute by bicycle in Pointe West Phase as there are quite a few slopes, and there are very few bike lanes.

Services

Primary schools are not especially plentiful and accordingly tend to require an extended distance to get to. Residents benefit from public and private elementary schools. Concerning food, a car is often needed in Pointe West Phase to reach the nearest supermarket. There are also a few choices for those who appreciate restaurants within a short distance.

Character

Pointe West Phase is an excellent community to buy a home in for those who prefer a relaxed environment. Green spaces, including Fogelsville Dam and Upper Macungie Park (Route 100 Park), are very well-situated and there are a few of them nearby for residents to unwind in, making it easy to get to them. This community is also great for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly2.0

Unsuitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.4

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

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.8

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.2

Variety of groceries within a short drive