Name: Zip Code 02155
Address: Medford

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 02155 offers a diverse range of housing options, including duplexes, large apartment buildings, and single detached homes with varied sizes. The neighborhood benefits from multiple rapid transit stations on several Green and Orange Line branches, supported by around 20 bus routes, providing convenient connections to many destinations. Its bicycling network enhances travel options for residents who prefer riding bikes. Food lovers will find plentiful general and specialty grocery stores and approximately 20 cafes nearby. The area features about 30 public green spaces, such as Middlesex Fells Reservation and Wright’s Pond, creating a serene environment with abundant outdoor opportunities and low noise levels overall.

Characteristics

Transportation

This postal code will please property owners that value several methods of transportation. Zip Code 02155 features a good transit system by reason of a multitude of rapid transit stations on the Orange Line, Red Line, Green Line C, Green Line B, Green Line D and Green Line E, and around 40 nearby bus lines. Zip Code 02155 will also appeal to home buyers who want to reside in a compact area because it is reasonably pedestrian-friendly; most day-to-day needs are convenient to meet without the need for a car, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. It is convenient to commute by bicycle in Zip Code 02155 as there are a good number of bike lanes.

Services

It is usually feasible for home buyers in this postal code to buy general and specialty groceries without needing a vehicle. In addition, those who are fond of dining out won't have to travel far in this area, where over 400 restaurants and over 50 cafes are available. Residents benefit from a good number of nearby clothing stores. Regarding education, residents will appreciate the proximity to both primary and secondary schools, which are within a short distance from most properties for sale in this area. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

Zip Code 02155 has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Zip Code 02155 is quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue, although that is not the case closer to I-93 or one of the railway lines. On the other hand, there are over 200 parks nearby for residents to unwind in, including Brooks Estate and Veterans Memorial Park, which makes it very easy to access them. Lastly, although this postal code is not known for its lively atmosphere, the vibe can still be quite energetic around its main streets, and finding one of the about 30 bars is rather difficult as they are generally located relatively far away.

Car friendly7.2

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

Cycling friendly6.6

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.2

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly5.6

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries8.2

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk