Name: Zip Code 02920
Address: Cranston, RI

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 02920 offers a relaxed atmosphere with quiet surroundings, making it a pleasant area for tranquil living. The neighborhood is well-served by public transit, with several bus lines and convenient proximity to bus stops. Access by car is excellent, featuring easy parking options and quick routes to nearby highways such as I-295. Residents have many dining options, including a variety of restaurants and several coffee shops. The area includes about 20 supermarkets scattered throughout, providing convenient grocery shopping. Parks are nearby, providing green spaces for relaxation. Housing mainly consists of single detached homes alongside apartments and duplexes, dating mostly from the mid-20th century.

Characteristics

Transportation

Getting around as a pedestrian is reasonably practical for house buyers in this postal code; running day-to-day errands is convenient without a vehicle, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. However, Zip Code 02920 is not especially bicycling-friendly since cyclists are faced with quite a few slopes, and the cycling network is not particularly extensive. Traveling by public transit is difficult in Zip Code 02920. Thankfully, commuters can rely on the TF Green Airport with access to the Providence/Stoughton Line. There are around 10 bus lines, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. However, the preferred transportation option in Zip Code 02920 is very often a car. It is convenient to park, and most real estate listings are a rather short car ride from the closest highway, such as I-95.

Services

Residents will welcome the proximity to both primary and secondary schools, which are within a short distance from most properties for sale in Zip Code 02920. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. In terms of food, it is convenient to reach the nearest grocery store as a pedestrian from most houses for sale in Zip Code 02920. Likewise, this area is a good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. Home buyers can find a fair number of nearby clothing stores.

Character

Zip Code 02920 has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Most areas in Zip Code 02920 are quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic, although there are still several noisier sections, especially closer to I-295, I-95 or one of the railway lines. However, parks, including Dexter Training Ground and Merino Park, are very well-situated and there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to discover, making it easy to reach them. Finally, even though the ambience is not the most lively in this postal code with its approximately 30 nightlife venues, it is easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located a short distance away.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly4.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries7.0

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