Name: Zip Code 11730
Address: Islip

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 11730 offers a peaceful and quiet atmosphere with minimal street noise, providing a calm place to live. The area features many spacious single detached homes, primarily consisting of three and four-bedroom options. Culinary options include several nearby restaurants and cafes, along with convenient access to public and private elementary schools throughout the neighborhood. Moving by vehicle is uncomplicated, with ample parking available and reasonable bicycle accessibility due to the area’s relatively flat terrain. Transportation is also supported by the Great River on the Montauk Branch and various bus lines that traverse the postal code, making daily errands practical and accessible.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area is reasonably car friendly. Parking is quite easy. On the other hand, residents using public transit may find few choices in Zip Code 11730 due to the low service level. Nonetheless, house owners can rely on the Great River and Islip on the Montauk Branch. There are a few bus lines passing through the postal code, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most properties. There are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Zip Code 11730, although many common errands can be run without a car. In contrast, commuting by bicycle is easy in this postal code as cyclists do not face significant elevation changes.

Services

It is a reasonably short distance to reach primary schools from most homes for sale in Zip Code 11730. On the other hand, high schools are not numerous and accordingly may require a very long pedestrian trip to get to. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. In terms of food, a supermarket is usually accessible within a reasonably short pedestrian trip from most houses for sale in Zip Code 11730. Additionally, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, for instance along Country Road, and a limited variety of cafes can be found as well.

Character

The character of Zip Code 11730 is exemplified by its calm atmosphere. Zip Code 11730 is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor - although that is not the case closer to the railway line.

Car friendly8.0

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

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

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

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.2

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