Name: Zip Code 90062
Address: Los Angeles

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 90062 offers a peaceful and calm atmosphere with convenient access to green spaces for relaxation. The neighborhood features primarily single detached homes alongside duplexes and townhouses, mostly built before the 1960s, providing classic charm and character. Residents have a variety of public and private primary and secondary schools nearby, ensuring educational options are readily available. Dining options include an assortment of restaurants catering to diverse tastes. Transportation is well-facilitated, with easy connections to public transit lines and close proximity to major highways supporting smooth travel. Daily necessities are within easy reach, creating a comfortable and practical living environment.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 90062 enables property owners to get around by several alternative means of transportation. This area is rather suitable for pedestrians; many common errands can be run without a car, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. However, commuting by bicycle is at times difficult in this area since there are few bike lanes. Nonetheless, the terrain is flat. Zip Code 90062 is home to a reasonably good public transit system. For instance, commuters are served by Expo / Western and Expo / Vermont on the East Los Angeles - Santa Monica. Residents have access to about 10 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally around the corner. Cars are also a good mode of transportation in this area. Many houses for sale are a reasonably short car ride from the nearest highway.

Services

It is a very short distance to reach both primary and secondary schools from any location in this postal code. Locals have the option of public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. Concerning eating, it is usually feasible for property owners in Zip Code 90062 to shop for groceries as pedestrians. Likewise, thanks to 100-odd restaurants and cafes in this area, there is usually a place to get some food or drink just around the corner. It is also a short trip to a very good choice of clothing stores.

Character

The character of Zip Code 90062 is exemplified by its slower-paced ambience. There are around 10 parks nearby for residents to check out, including Harvard Playground, and they are very well-distributed, which makes it easy to access them from many locations within this postal code. This area is also very quiet, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

Car friendly5.8

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.6

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

Transit friendly7.0

Walking distance to at least one frequent transit route

Restaurants8.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries9.0

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk