About the neighborhood

Zip Code 11096 offers convenient access to multiple transportation options, including transit connections on the Far Rockaway Branch and nearby bus routes. Parking availability supports easy vehicle use throughout the neighborhood. A selection of both public and private elementary schools are situated nearby, and dining options as well as grocery stores are close at hand. The area features a relaxed and quiet atmosphere, with more vibrant activity along several busier streets. Housing mostly consists of single detached homes and duplexes built before the 1960s, providing diverse options, from loft-style residences to spacious dwellings with four or more bedrooms.

Characteristics

Transportation

This postal code presents house buyers with the choice between several means of transportation. With 2 rapid transit stations (Far Rockaway-Mott Av and Beach 25 St) with access to the 8 Avenue Express and Rockaway Park Shuttle, and a few nearby bus lines, the transit system in Zip Code 11096 is moderately practical. This postal code will also draw home buyers who want to reside in a compact area because it is fairly suitable for pedestrians; many daily errands can be run without a vehicle, and there are also a fair number of businesses in proximity. Cycling is sometimes challenging in Zip Code 11096 because there are a good number of elevation changes for cyclists to brave, and there are few bike lanes.

Services

Residents will value the proximity to primary schools, which are within a short distance from vast majority houses for sale in this area. In contrast, there are only a limited number of high schools and thus they can be a long pedestrian trip away. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. Regarding eating, house buyers in Zip Code 11096 will appreciate that a grocery store is always only a short trip away. Moreover, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and a limited number of coffee shops is available as well. It is also convenient to get to a number of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

The character of Zip Code 11096 is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. Zip Code 11096 is quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Even though the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this postal code, its main streets are still quite energetic.

Car friendly5.4

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat 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 friendly5.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.0

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

Groceries8.4

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk