Name: Zip Code 11749
Address: Islip

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 11749 offers a peaceful environment with a calm atmosphere that many find appealing. Its street layout makes commuting by car straightforward, and ample parking adds to the convenience of daily travel. The area supports biking well, with infrastructure that accommodates this mode of transportation. Residences primarily consist of single detached homes and townhouses constructed from the 1960s through the 1980s, featuring spacious three or more bedroom layouts. Small dining options and coffee shops provide cozy places to relax locally. This neighborhood's mellow pace and practical access to vehicles make it an attractive choice for a comfortable living experience.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 11749 is an extremely convenient area for traveling by car. Most of the street network is appropriate for driving, and most real estate listings are a short car ride from the nearest highway, such as Long Island Expy. On the other hand, the public transit system in this postal code is rather poor. Thankfully, there is the Central Islip with access to the Ronkonkoma Branch. There are a few bus lines passing through the postal code, and bus stops are typically around the corner. Zip Code 11749 is moderately suited for biking. On the other hand, getting around as a pedestrian in this postal code is not very common, even though most daily needs are convenient to carry out without a car.

Services

High schools and primary schools are not particularly numerous in this postal code, and consequently not always within a short distance. With respect to eating, it is difficult to access the closest supermarket as a pedestrian from most houses for sale in Zip Code 11749. Additionally, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of opportunities, and a limited selection of cafes can be found as well. It is also a reasonably short trip to a good choice of clothing stores.

Character

Zip Code 11749 is a postal code to buy a house in for those who prefer a laid-back environment. Since there are very few pedestrians, Zip Code 11749 is relatively calm.

Car friendly10.0

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

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

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.2

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.2

Variety of groceries within a short drive