Name: Zip Code 68137
Address: Omaha

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 68137 offers a calm and tranquil neighborhood atmosphere with access to several nearby parks, such as Walnut Grove Park and Andersen Park. The area features a diverse mix of housing options, including single detached homes and apartment buildings, with many residences built between the 1960s and 1990s, providing a variety of unit sizes from lofts to four-bedroom layouts. Cycling is a convenient transportation method here, thanks to numerous dedicated bike lanes throughout the area. Residents benefit from access to multiple grocery stores within driving distance and easily reachable pharmacies, along with a handful of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Educational institutions are also well-positioned in the community.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a very good means of transportation in Zip Code 68137. It is especially convenient to find a place to park, and nearby highways, such as I-80, are easy to reach from any location in Zip Code 68137. However, this area is not very transit friendly. Nonetheless, the postal code is linked by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most houses. There are relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of Zip Code 68137, despite the fact that many common errands can be run without needing to resort to a car. However, the bike is a good method of transportation in this area as the cycling infrastructure is excellent.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are easy to reach without the use of a vehicle from most properties for sale in this area. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Concerning food, property owners in this area will be pleased to learn that a grocery store is always only a long distance away. Likewise, those who like to eat in restaurants will have a good number of choices, for instance on 108th Street, and house buyers benefit from approximately 20 cafes as well.

Character

Zip Code 68137 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. Zip Code 68137 is quiet, as the streets are quite tranquil, however noise can be problematic closer to one of the railway lines, the airport (Millard) or I-80. On the other hand, there are over 50 public green spaces close by for residents to visit, like Harvey Oaks Park and Anderson Park & Fields, making them easy to get to. Finally, although this postal code is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its about 30 bars, there are options for nighttime activities.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly6.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

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

Transit friendly0.8

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants6.0

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

Groceries6.0

Variety of groceries within a short drive