Name: Zip Code 89117
Address: Las Vegas

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 89117, Nevada, features a calm atmosphere with quiet streets and nearby green spaces that provide pleasant outdoor areas. The neighborhood includes a variety of single detached homes, small apartment buildings, and duplexes, offering diverse unit sizes from lofts to larger residences with four or more bedrooms. Daily necessities are conveniently located, with grocery stores, restaurants, and approximately 20 cafes scattered throughout the area. Proximity to several primary schools enhances the community’s access to education, with both public and private options available. Efficient transportation options include easy parking and several bus lines connecting the neighborhood to surrounding areas.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 89117 is a fairly pleasant area for pedestrians; running common errands is convenient without a vehicle, and there are also a good number of businesses in proximity. However, this postal code is not especially appropriate for biking since there are a good number of elevation changes, and the bicycling infrastructure is not very extensive. Driving is often the best way to move around in Zip Code 89117. It is convenient to access a place to park. However, the transit system in Zip Code 89117 is rather poor. Thankfully, property owners benefit from a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually around the corner.

Services

It is a rather short distance to reach primary schools from any location in Zip Code 89117. In contrast, it can be very difficult to access high schools without a car. Residents have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. With respect to food, a supermarket is ordinarily accessible within a rather short distance from any location in this postal code. In addition, there are a fair number of choices for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes.

Character

Zip Code 89117 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this postal code. Although this postal code is not known for its vibrancy, with its over 50 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Zip Code 89117 is especially quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. It is easy to reach parks in the postal code since there are around 30 of them close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly6.4

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

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

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

Transit friendly2.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants7.6

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

Groceries7.2

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