Name: Zip Code 90405
Address: Santa Monica

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 90405 offers a variety of housing options including apartments, duplexes, and single detached homes built primarily in the mid-20th century. The area provides easy access to multiple transportation options with about 10 convenient bus lines and numerous bike lanes enhancing mobility throughout the neighborhood. A diverse selection of supermarkets, specialty grocery stores, restaurants, and cafés are plentiful, particularly near Pico Boulevard, meeting daily needs with ease. With approximately 10 parks nearby, including Santa Monica State Beach and Clover Park, outdoor recreational opportunities abound. Vibrant streets filled with activity create a lively environment suitable for a wide range of interests.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 90405 offers home buyers the choice between different methods of transportation. The fairly good transit network makes transit a viable option for many people. More precisely, residents are served by plenty of rapid transit stations with access to the East Los Angeles - Santa Monica. There are about 20 bus lines crossing the postal code, and the closest bus stop is generally around the corner. This area is also very conducive to pedestrians; most daily errands can be run without a car, and a variety of businesses are very close by. Cycling is rather popular in Zip Code 90405 as there are a good number of bike lanes.

Services

In Zip Code 90405, locals will typically be able to get to both primary and secondary schools as pedestrians. Property owners can choose between public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. With respect to food, it is frequently practical for house buyers in Zip Code 90405 to buy general and specialty groceries without needing a car. Pico Boulevard is among the best streets for food stores. Moreover, Zip Code 90405 is a good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe. Residents have access to a good number of nearby clothing stores.

Character

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors will feel at home in Zip Code 90405. In general, there are many things to do in this area to discover. Even though the nightlife is quiet, the streets are often busy with people. There are over 50 parks close by for residents to visit, like Santa Monica State Beach and Clover Park, which results in them being very easy to get to from the majority of locations within Zip Code 90405.

Car friendly6.0

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly7.0

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly8.6

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

Transit friendly5.4

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.6

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

Groceries5.4

Variety of groceries within a short drive