Name: Zip Code 68178
Address: Omaha

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 68178 offers convenient access to multiple bus lines with stops close to most residences, making public transportation an available option. The area features strong bicycling infrastructure despite some elevation changes. Proximity to a major highway provides excellent driving access and easy parking options. Residents benefit from nearby grocery stores and an abundance of cafes and restaurants scattered throughout the neighborhood. Primary and secondary schools are accessible within short distances, adding to daily convenience. Although this area does not have parks within its borders, several public green spaces are well-positioned in adjacent areas for outdoor enjoyment. Housing consists mainly of well-maintained two- and one-bedroom apartments constructed around 1991.

Characteristics

Transportation

Property owners who value residing in a compact community will welcome the fairly pedestrian-friendly character of Zip Code 68178; most daily needs are easy to meet without a car, and plenty of businesses are rather close by. In contrast, Zip Code 68178 is not particularly conducive to bicycling as traveling by bicycle is made arduous by the typically sloping topography. Nonetheless, the bicycling network is rather extensive. Commuting by public transit is difficult in this area. Nonetheless, the postal code is linked by approximately 20 bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. In contrast, the favored transportation option in Zip Code 68178 is very often a car. It is easy to park, and most real estate listings are a very short drive from the closest highway, such as I-480.

Services

It is a rather short distance to get to primary as well as high schools from any location in Zip Code 68178. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. As far as eating is concerned, it is convenient to reach the closest supermarket without a car from most homes for sale in Zip Code 68178. Likewise, there are numerous choices in close proximity for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes. It is also a rather short distance to a good selection of clothing stores.

Character

Zip Code 68178 is a great area for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area finding one of the over 50 bars is very easy because they are generally situated in very convenient locations. However, a large number of locations in the postal code have fairly good access to public green spaces, including Gene Leahy Mall and Lewis & Clark Landing, since there are around 30 of them nearby for residents to visit.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.2

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly3.4

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.8

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

Groceries7.4

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