About the neighborhood

Zip Code 62034 offers a peaceful atmosphere with well-distributed parks like Miner Park and Greenspace North Park providing accessible outdoor spaces for relaxation. The area mainly features single detached homes and duplexes, with many properties offering three to four or more bedrooms, suitable for a range of needs. Parking is generally easy to find, and proximity to highways such as I-270 ensures convenient navigation by car. Residents have access to around 20 diverse restaurants within the postal code, adding variety to dining options. The slower-paced environment contributes to an overall quiet setting, making it an inviting neighborhood to settle into.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling by car is especially convenient in this area. It is a reasonably short drive to the nearest highway, such as I-270, from any home in this area, and it is very easy to access a place to park. In contrast, public transit riders may experience limited options in Zip Code 62034 due to the infrequent service. Thankfully, house owners have access to a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally very close by. It is challenging to travel by bicycle in Zip Code 62034 because the topography is not especially flat, and the bicycling network is not very comprehensive. It is also difficult for pedestrians to move around in Zip Code 62034 since very few daily errands can be run without a vehicle.

Services

Reaching one of around 10 supermarkets as pedestrians is feasible for some, but not all, home buyers in this area. A small number of restaurants and cafes can be found as well. As far as education is concerned, home owners may find it very difficult to get to high schools and primary schools without a vehicle. Locals benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

The character of Zip Code 62034 is exemplified by its calm environment. Parks, including Greenspace East Park and Miner Park, are very well-spread out and there are about 20 of them close by for residents to explore, which makes them easy to reach from the majority of locations in this area. This postal code is reasonably quiet overall, as the streets are usually quite calm - however noise can be an issue closer to the railway line, I-70 or I-270.

Car friendly10.0

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.0

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

Transit friendly2.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.2

Some groceries within a short drive