Name: Zip Code 02458
Address: Newton

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 02458 features a diverse housing stock that includes duplexes, townhouses, and single detached homes, mostly built before the 1960s. The neighborhood’s location offers convenient access to multiple public schools as well as private educational institutions, providing a variety of learning opportunities nearby. Daily necessities are within easy reach, with supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes located close to residential areas. Transportation options include a nearby commuter rail station and several bus lines, along with good connections to major highways. The area is enriched by approximately 30 public green spaces, including Edmands Park, offering ample relaxing outdoor settings throughout this tranquil community.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 02458 is suitable for those who prefer to get around as pedestrians; most day-to-day needs are easy to meet without a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Biking is also convenient in this area. Traveling by car is convenient in this area. Parking is easy, and many houses for sale are a very short car ride from the closest highway, such as Massachusetts Tpke. However, the transit service in Zip Code 02458 is somewhat poor. Nevertheless, there is the Newtonville with access to the Framingham/Worcester Line. Residents can depend on Boston College, Newton Center and South Street with access to the Green Line B and Green Line D. There are about 10 bus lines passing through the postal code, and the closest bus stop is usually very close by.

Services

The nearest supermarket in Zip Code 02458 is generally only a reasonably short distance away. Furthermore, thanks to over 150 restaurants and about 30 coffee shops, this postal code is a fairly good area in which to go out to eat. House buyers benefit from a good number of nearby clothing stores. When it comes to education, primary as well as high schools are straightforward to reach without a vehicle from most homes for sale in this area. Besides public schools, Zip Code 02458 is served by private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

No matter what type of character home buyers prefer in a postal code, Zip Code 02458 is a reasonably good option. Zip Code 02458 is quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor, although that is not the case near the railway line or Massachusetts Tpke. However, there are over 50 green spaces close by for residents to check out, like Gore Place and Upper Charles River Reservation, which makes it very easy to get to them. Lastly, although this area is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets are still quite lively, and with its around 10 bars, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located a short distance away.

Car friendly7.8

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.8

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

Transit friendly4.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries7.8

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