Name: Zip Code 78739
Address: Austin, TX

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 78739 features a calm and peaceful atmosphere with easy access to several nearby parks for relaxation. The neighborhood has a predominantly newer housing stock, mostly consisting of spacious single detached homes built after 2000. Offering mainly three and four-bedroom options, the community provides ample living space for various needs. Commuting by car is notably convenient, with plentiful parking and proximity to highways making trips smooth and efficient. The area also supports biking with suitable infrastructure. Residents benefit from nearby public and private elementary and high schools, along with a selection of local restaurants and grocery stores accessible within reasonable driving distance.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a great mode of transportation in Zip Code 78739. It is very convenient to park, and nearby highways are reasonably easy to drive to from any home in this area. Commuting by bicycle is easy in this postal code. Traveling as a pedestrian is not very feasible for property owners in this area since most daily needs are challenging to meet without a car.

Services

In Zip Code 78739, residents will usually be able to access primary schools without the need for a car. In contrast, house buyers may consider it very hard to get to high schools as pedestrians. Locals benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. Regarding eating, in all but a few cases, a vehicle is needed in Zip Code 78739 to reach the nearest grocery store. Residents are served by about 40 restaurants and coffee shops as well.

Character

The character of Zip Code 78739 is exemplified by its relaxed ambience. This area features a small amount of greenery; to be more specific, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for most streets is sub-par. However, a large number of locations in the postal code have fairly good access to public green spaces, including Deer Park at Maple Run Preserve and Bauerle Ranch at Slaughter Creek Greenbelt, and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to visit. This postal code is especially quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly5.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.6

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

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.8

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.6

Some groceries within a short drive