Name: Zip Code 60010
Address: Barrington

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 60010 offers a peaceful environment with minimal street noise and close proximity to over 100 green spaces, including Whispering Lake Park and Fox River Forest Preserve. The area features primarily single detached homes and townhouses, with a variety of housing sizes available, especially larger units with four or more bedrooms. Residents benefit from good driving conditions and easy parking throughout the neighborhood. The community has access to several primary schools nearby, as well as a selection of both public and private options at the elementary level. A few local restaurants add charm, and a reasonable network of bus lines and the nearby Union Pacific Northwest railway provide travel opportunities.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 60010 is very car friendly. Parking is easy. In contrast, residents using public transit may have very limited options in Zip Code 60010 as a result of the low service level. Thankfully, property owners benefit from the Fox River Grove and Barrington on the Union Pacific Northwest. Homeowners benefit from a few bus lines. Most houses for sale in this postal code are located in places that are not very suitable for pedestrians as running common errands is inconvenient without needing to resort to a vehicle. In contrast, it is convenient to move around by bicycle in this area.

Services

It is rarely feasible for house buyers in Zip Code 60010 to travel to one of approximately 40 grocery stores without a vehicle. There are also a few choices for those who value restaurants and cafes in close proximity. Concerning education, primary schools are convenient to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in Zip Code 60010. In contrast, property owners may consider it very difficult to access high schools as pedestrians. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

Zip Code 60010 offers a relaxed atmosphere and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This area is very quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Finally, it is easy to access parks from the majority of locations within the postal code, since getting to one from most homes is very easy. There are over 100 parks nearby for residents to explore, including Crabtree Preserve and Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly5.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.2

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly2.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.0

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.4

Some groceries within a short drive