Name: Taylor
Address: Taylor

About the neighborhood

Taylor offers a peaceful borough with a relaxed atmosphere surrounded by several public green spaces convenient for easy access. The streets are generally quiet, creating an inviting environment for daily living. This community features a variety of housing options, including single detached homes, duplexes, mobile homes, and townhouses, primarily two to three bedrooms in size. Educational amenities include nearby high schools accessible from any part of the borough. Food options are varied, with around 10 restaurants and cafes serving the neighborhood. Car travel is convenient due to easy parking and close proximity to major highways, facilitating smooth transportation throughout the area.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the preferred approach to navigate this borough. It is very easy to park, and nearby highways, such as Pennsylvania Tpke NE Exn, are fairly easy to access from any home in Taylor. This borough is not especially appropriate for biking as the bicycling network is fairly poor, and there is a significant amount of hills. Traveling as a pedestrian in Taylor is also not very popular, although many daily errands can be run without the need to use a car.

Services

Locals will welcome the proximity to secondary schools, which are within a short distance from the majority of properties for sale in Taylor. However, it can be challenging to get to primary schools without a vehicle. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Regarding food, it is very easy to reach the closest supermarket without the need for a vehicle in Taylor. Moreover, this area is a good place in which to eat out, and there are also a few coffee shops in Taylor.

Character

The character of Taylor is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. There are about 40 public green spaces nearby for residents to check out, such as Athletics Campus and Connell Park, and they are very well-situated, making them easy to reach. This area is also very quiet, as the streets are usually very peaceful.

Car friendly9.0

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.4

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Restaurants5.2

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.6

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

Shopping3.8

Some shops within a short drive