Name: Zip Code 33138
Address: Miami

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 33138, Florida features a peaceful atmosphere enhanced by numerous well-placed green spaces, such as Legion Memorial Park, providing a perfect retreat for relaxation. The neighborhood is known for close proximity to essential amenities, including general and specialty grocery stores, restaurants, and a selection of cafes that offer diverse dining options. Education is accessible with both public and private primary schools situated near residential areas. Residents benefit from good car accessibility, with easy access to nearby highways and ample parking. The housing market presents a broad variety of choices, including single detached homes and various sizes of apartment buildings, accommodating different preferences smoothly.

Characteristics

Transportation

Home buyers who want to reside in a compact community will be pleased with the fairly pedestrian-friendly character of this postal code; many common errands can be run without needing a vehicle, and there are also a good number of businesses nearby. However, biking is occasionally difficult in Zip Code 33138 since the cycling network is fairly poor. Nevertheless, the topography is fairly flat. Public transit users may have few choices in Zip Code 33138 due to the service's low frequency. Nonetheless, property owners have access to about 10 bus lines, and most homes are very close to a bus stop. On the other hand, the car is often the favored transportation option in this postal code. It is convenient to come across a parking spot, and most houses for sale are a rather short car ride from the nearest highway.

Services

It is convenient to get to both a general and a specialty grocery store without a car from anywhere in Zip Code 33138. Moreover, there are a fair number of options in close proximity for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes. It is also a reasonably short trip to a good choice of clothing stores, for example on 81st Street. Concerning education, primary schools are straightforward to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in Zip Code 33138. In contrast, high schools are not particularly abundant and consequently may require an extended trip to get to. Residents can choose between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

Zip Code 33138 has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Zip Code 33138 is reasonably quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue, although that is not the case near the railway line. However, getting to public green spaces from the majority of locations within the postal code, like Morningside Park, is easy since there are around 40 of them close by for residents to explore. Finally, although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area with its about 20 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Main streets, including Biscayne Boulevard, are very good for those who enjoy going out.

Car friendly7.4

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.4

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.6

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