Name: Zip Code 60102
Address: Algonquin

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 60102 features a peaceful environment with low traffic noise, complemented by approximately ten nearby green spaces including Buffalo Park F.P. and High Hill Park, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. The neighborhood provides access to quality education through several nearby public and private elementary schools. Parking options are convenient, and the area benefits from a good cycling network, despite its varied terrain. Dining and grocery choices, including about ten supermarkets and several cafes and restaurants, enhance daily living. Housing primarily consists of spacious single detached homes and row houses, mostly built around 1991, offering three or more bedrooms to accommodate diverse needs.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good medium of transportation in Zip Code 60102. It is especially convenient to park. Zip Code 60102 is not especially bike-friendly because there are a good number of hills. Nevertheless, the bicycling network is rather extensive. A majority of the houses for sale in this postal code are located in areas that are also not very well-suited for pedestrians since few daily needs can be carried out without a car.

Services

A car is often required in Zip Code 60102 to access one of around 20 supermarkets. However, this area is a fairly good place in which to eat out, and property owners benefit from approximately 10 cafes as well. When it comes to education, locals will value that wherever their house is situated in this postal code, primary schools are nearby. On the other hand, high schools are not abundant and consequently not always within a short distance. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

Zip Code 60102 is a great postal code to buy a home in for those who prefer a relaxed environment. There are over 50 public green spaces close by for residents to check out, like Hill Climb Park and Fox River Shores Forest Preserve, making it easy to get to them. This postal code is also especially quiet, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.

Car friendly8.2

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.6

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

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants5.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.0

Variety of groceries within a short drive