Name: Zip Code 14206
Address: Buffalo, NY

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 14206 offers a peaceful setting with easy car access to major highways, making commuting straightforward and convenient. Several bus lines serve the area, with stops close to most residences, supporting public transit options. Multiple parks, including Gus Franczyk Park and Dingens Park, provide excellent opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation in green, tranquil environments. The neighborhood features a range of housing, predominantly from before the 1960s, with many single detached homes and duplexes available. Local primary schools are conveniently near various locations, ensuring educational needs are met. Overall, Zip Code 14206 combines comfortable living with accessible amenities and serene surroundings.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 14206 is very car friendly. It is easy to access a place to park, and most real estate listings are a short car ride from the closest highway, such as I-190. On the other hand, Zip Code 14206 is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, house owners are served by around 10 bus lines, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. There aren't many pedestrians out on the streets of Zip Code 14206, despite the fact that running daily errands is easy without needing to use a vehicle. Even though riding is made easier by the generally flat terrain, the bike is a sometimes poor mode of transportation in Zip Code 14206 as the cycling infrastructure is fairly poor.

Services

The closest supermarket in Zip Code 14206 is usually only a rather short distance away. In addition, this area is a good place in which to eat out, and a limited number of cafes is available as well. Concerning education, primary schools are very easy to access as a pedestrian from anywhere in Zip Code 14206. In contrast, it can be very difficult to reach high schools from properties for sale in this postal code. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

Zip Code 14206 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. Although this postal code is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its about 20 bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located very close by. Zip Code 14206 is very quiet overall, as the streets are very tranquil near I-190, Governor Thomas E Dewey Thruway or one of the railway lines. It is easy to access green spaces in the postal code since there are over 50 of them nearby for residents to check out.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly4.4

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

Restaurants6.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.8

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