About the neighborhood

Zip Code 11714 offers a peaceful environment characterized by mostly single detached homes, many featuring three or more bedrooms, providing spacious living options. The neighborhood benefits from convenient access to a variety of businesses, including restaurants and cafes nearby, creating a charming local atmosphere. Grocery stores are accessible within a reasonable distance, supporting daily needs efficiently. The area features gentle elevation changes that facilitate enjoyable cycling experiences along local routes. Ample parking is available, making car travel straightforward. Educational institutions such as primary and secondary schools are situated close by, ensuring ease of access. Zip Code 11714’s tranquil streets contribute to its serene and inviting character.

Characteristics

Transportation

A majority of the houses for sale in this area are located in areas that are rather suitable for pedestrians; running common errands is convenient without a vehicle, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. Commuting by bicycle is also convenient in this postal code as riding a bike is made easier by the generally flat terrain. The transit service in Zip Code 11714 is rather poor. Thankfully, homeowners can count on the Bethpage on the Ronkonkoma Branch. There are a few bus lines traversing the postal code, and bus stops are usually a short distance away. However, Zip Code 11714 is car friendly. It is convenient to park.

Services

It is rarely an option for home buyers in Zip Code 11714 to purchase groceries as pedestrians. Likewise, there is usually a restaurant or cafe just around the corner. It is also easy to reach a number of clothing stores as a pedestrian. Concerning education, house owners will appreciate that no matter where their property is located in Zip Code 11714, both primary and secondary schools are close by.

Character

Zip Code 11714 is appealing, as it has both vibrant and quiet areas. Even though this area is not known for its lively ambience, with its around 20 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. At the same time, this postal code is reasonably quiet overall, as the streets are quite peaceful, although that is not the case closer to the railway line.

Car friendly6.4

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

Cycling friendly6.4

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.6

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

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.2

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

Groceries7.8

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