Name: Zip Code 90023
Address: Los Angeles

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 90023 offers a rich combination of transportation options, including a strong public transit network with around 10 bus lines, making commuting convenient and accessible. The neighborhood features numerous parks and green spaces that invite outdoor appreciation and provide refreshing settings nearby. Dining options are plentiful, with various restaurants and coffee shops scattered along notable streets such as Olympic Boulevard. A range of public and private schools are conveniently located throughout the area, offering educational choices close to most residences. Housing options include single detached homes, small apartments, duplexes, and townhouses, primarily built before the 1960s, which contributes to the area’s charming character.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 90023 presents home buyers with several alternative methods of transportation. Getting around by public transit is convenient in Zip Code 90023. In particular, house owners are served by many rapid transit stations on the East Los Angeles - Santa Monica and Azusa - Long Beach. The postal code is connected by approximately 30 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually around the corner. A majority of the homes for sale in this postal code are located in areas that are also moderately convenient for pedestrians; many daily errands can be run without a car, and there are also a fair number of businesses in proximity. It is sometimes difficult to move around by bike in Zip Code 90023 because the cycling infrastructure is rather limited, and there is a significant amount of slopes.

Services

It is especially easy to access both a general and a specialty grocery store as a pedestrian from any home in this postal code. Furthermore, those who like to dine out won't have to go far in Zip Code 90023, where over 350 restaurants and about 40 coffee shops are available. Home buyers can find a large number of clothing stores within a short distance. When it comes to education, property owners will welcome that no matter where their home is located in Zip Code 90023, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Locals have the option of public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

Zip Code 90023 offers a wide selection of green spaces to enjoy, despite its sometimes busy atmosphere. There are about 20 green spaces close by for residents to explore, including Hollenbeck Park, and they are very well-situated, which makes them easy to reach. Lastly, this postal code has many parts that are very calm and quiet, although other spots can be noisy, especially closer to one of the railway lines, Santa Ana Freeway or I-5.

Car friendly7.6

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

Cycling friendly4.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.4

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

Transit friendly6.8

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Restaurants8.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries9.2

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk