Name: Zip Code 20774
Address: Marlboro

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 20774, Maryland, offers a peaceful and quiet environment with minimal noise disturbance, providing a relaxing atmosphere. The area features a predominance of single detached homes alongside small apartment buildings and townhouses, many built around 1991. Residents benefit from close proximity to around 20 parks, including Turkey Branch Park and Westphalia Community Center, enhancing access to outdoor spaces. Commuting is straightforward with convenient parking and easy car travel, supported by Metro rail stations on two lines and approximately 10 bus routes. Public schools and private education options are available nearby, making this neighborhood a comfortable and serene place to settle.

Characteristics

Transportation

The preferred method of transportation in Zip Code 20774 is usually driving. Parking is generally easy. On the other hand, Zip Code 20774 is not very transit friendly. Nonetheless, there is Downtown Largo on the Metrorail Silver Line and Metrorail Blue Line. The postal code is served by about 20 bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. This area is not particularly appropriate for biking as the cycling infrastructure is fairly poor, and the topography is not especially flat. Zip Code 20774 is also not particularly convenient for people who travel as pedestrians as most daily needs are at times difficult to carry out without a vehicle.

Services

In this area, house buyers will generally be able to reach primary schools without the need to get in a car. However, it can be challenging to access high schools as a pedestrian. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Regarding food, some, but not all, house buyers in Zip Code 20774 will live within a short distance of one of around 40 supermarkets. A limited selection of restaurants and coffee shops can be found as well.

Character

Home buyers who prefer a slower-paced ambience will enjoy Zip Code 20774. It is very easy to access public green spaces in the postal code, since there are over 100 of them close by for residents to unwind in, like Belt Woods Heritage Conservation Fund Site and Riverwood Park. This area is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.

Car friendly9.0

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 friendly4.2

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

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.2

Variety of groceries within a short drive