Name: Zip Code 90049
Address: Los Angeles

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 90049 boasts a well-connected public transit network with approximately 10 bus lines facilitating easy travel throughout the area. Numerous businesses of various types create a vibrant commercial scene, complemented by an accessible selection of about 10 grocery stores and a variety of restaurants and coffee shops for dining options. Educational needs are well served by nearby public and private schools, covering both elementary and high school levels. Scenic green spaces such as Hilton Open Space and Crestwood Hills Park provide pleasant outdoor areas. Housing options are diverse, ranging from single detached homes to lofts and spacious apartments, offering a wide variety of choices.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area permits property owners to get around by a variety of methods of transportation. The transit system in this postal code is good. For example, homeowners have access to around 30 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most residences. Traveling as a pedestrian is also especially convenient for house buyers in Zip Code 90049; all daily errands can be run without a vehicle, and numerous businesses are particularly close at hand. Commuting by bicycle is convenient in Zip Code 90049.

Services

In Zip Code 90049, residents will generally be able to reach both primary and secondary schools as pedestrians. Locals have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. Regarding food, it is usually practical for property owners in this postal code to buy their groceries as pedestrians. San Vicente Boulevard is among the best streets for groceries. In addition, thanks to over 350 restaurants and over 50 cafes, Zip Code 90049 is a very good place in which to go out to eat, for instance on Wilshire Boulevard.

Character

Zip Code 90049 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. There are many things to do in this area to explore. Despite the fact that there are few nearby entertainment venues, there are often lots of people around, and finding one of the about 30 nightlife venues is very easy as they are generally situated in very convenient locations. Main streets, including Barrington Avenue, are very good for those who like going out. Zip Code 90049 is reasonably quiet overall, as the streets are generally reasonably calm, although that is not the case close to San Diego Freeway. There are over 100 parks nearby for residents to discover, like Westwood Park and Will Rogers State Historic Park, making them easy to get to from most locations in this area.

Car friendly6.4

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

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly9.4

Exceptional number of pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a few minutes' walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost always practical

Transit friendly5.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries6.8

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

Shopping8.2

Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes8.2

Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Quiet7.4

Few sources of noise nearby