About the neighborhood

Zip Code 60120 offers a tranquil environment with minimal noise, creating a peaceful setting for daily life. The area provides convenient access to a variety of public green spaces, totaling approximately 20 nearby parks perfect for relaxation and recreation. Residents benefit from more than 50 diverse restaurants and coffee shops, enhancing the local dining scene. Daily needs are easily handled with about 10 supermarkets accessible. Education options include well-regarded public and private schools available within reasonable proximity. The neighborhood features a mix of mostly single detached homes along with duplexes and townhouses, built around the late 1970s, providing a solid range of living options.

Characteristics

Transportation

Getting around as a pedestrian is fairly feasible for home buyers in this area; many daily errands can be run without a car. Bicycling is also convenient in Zip Code 60120. The best way to get around in this area is very often a car. Coming across a place to park is easy, and it is a reasonably short car ride to the nearest highway, such as I-90, from anywhere in this postal code. In contrast, public transit riders may have few options in Zip Code 60120 due to the infrequent service. Nonetheless, residents can rely on the National St and Elgin on the Milwaukee West. The postal code is linked by around 10 bus lines, and bus stops are typically very close by.

Services

In this postal code, residents will generally be able to access both primary and secondary schools without a car. Locals benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. With regards to food, the nearest supermarket in this postal code is typically only a rather short trip away. Additionally, a restaurant is commonly just around the corner, for instance on Douglas Avenue, and a limited variety of coffee shops can be found as well.

Character

The character of Zip Code 60120 is exemplified by its calm atmosphere. There are over 150 public green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in, including Veterans Park and Elgin National Little League, and they are very well-distributed, which makes it easy to access them from the majority of locations within this area. This area is also very good for those who enjoy quiet surroundings, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Car friendly8.0

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 friendly5.0

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

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.0

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