Name: Spenard
Address: Anchorage

About the neighborhood

Spenard features an extensive bicycling network, making it an inviting location for bike transportation and outdoor activity. Numerous bus stops are conveniently situated near residences, providing access to multiple bus lines for transit users. The neighborhood offers quick access to both public and private schools, as well as a variety of shops including supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, and clothing stores. Characterized by a generally calm atmosphere with low noise levels, Spenard delivers a peaceful environment. Housing options are diverse, including single detached homes, apartments, and duplexes built primarily around the early 1970s, with many unit sizes to suit different needs.

Characteristics

Transportation

Spenard is moderately conducive to pedestrians; carrying out day-to-day needs is convenient without a vehicle, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. A fair number of people in the area use their bike because the cycling network is very good. Getting around by car is especially convenient in Spenard. On the other hand, the public transit service in this part of Anchorage is not very frequent. Nonetheless, the neighborhood is linked by a few bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop.

Services

It is a reasonably short pedestrian trip to get to both primary and secondary schools from any location in this part of the municipality. Locals can choose between public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. When it comes to food, it is usually possible for house buyers in this neighborhood to do groceries as pedestrians. Additionally, Spenard is a good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. It is also a reasonably short distance to a good choice of clothing stores.

Character

Spenard is appealing, as it contains both vibrant and quiet areas. Even though the ambience is not the liveliest in this neighborhood with its around 10 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this neighborhood is good for those who like a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are usually tranquil, however some areas can be quite noisy, especially near the railway line or the airport (Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl).

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly7.6

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.4

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants8.0

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

Groceries8.4

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk