Name: Zip Code 77338
Address: Houston, TX

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 77338 offers a peaceful environment with many green spaces such as Mercer Arboretum nearby for recreational opportunities. The neighborhood is known for its quiet surroundings, free from excessive street noise. Housing primarily consists of spacious single detached homes featuring three or more bedrooms along with smaller apartment buildings, providing diverse options. Residents have access to a selection of about 20 grocery stores and several restaurants within the postal code. Educational options include both public and private elementary schools conveniently located. Transportation by car is straightforward, with ample parking available. This area combines ample residential space with convenient access to essential services and natural areas.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the best method to move around in this postal code. It is very easy to find a parking spot. This postal code is not especially amenable to bicycling as the cycling infrastructure is rather limited. Nevertheless, there are not many elevation changes to confront bike riders. Getting around as a pedestrian is also not especially feasible for residents in Zip Code 77338 because many daily needs are sometimes challenging to meet without a car.

Services

In Zip Code 77338, home owners will generally be able to get to primary schools as pedestrians. However, it can be very hard to access high schools as a pedestrian. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. With respect to food, it is frequently an option for property owners in this postal code to do their grocery shopping as pedestrians. Likewise, a restaurant is often just around the corner, for example along 1st Street, and a limited selection of coffee shops can be found as well.

Character

The character of Zip Code 77338 is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. This area is very quiet, as the streets tend to be very peaceful - however some parts can be quite loud, especially around Eastex Freeway, Hwy 59 Hov or the railway line. Finally, accessing parks from the majority of locations within the postal code, such as River Grove Park and Sandpiper Park, is easy and there are approximately 30 of them nearby for residents to check out.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.6

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

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants5.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.0

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