Name: Zip Code 95138
Address: San Jose

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 95138 offers a peaceful and tranquil environment with numerous nearby green spaces perfect for outdoor activities. The area features mostly single detached homes, with a variety of unit sizes available, especially larger residences with four or more bedrooms. Convenient access to major roadways such as W Valley Freeway allows for smooth travel by car. The neighborhood benefits from a flat terrain that supports easy cycling throughout. Pharmacies and about ten restaurants are found locally, providing convenient options for daily needs and dining. Bus lines and the Caltrain at Blossom Hill offer some public transit connections for residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

The preferred means of transportation in this area is very often a car. It is convenient to access a place to park, and many real estate listings are a short car ride from the nearest highway, such as W Valley Freeway. On the other hand, Zip Code 95138 is not a very pleasant area for moving around by public transit. Thankfully, there is Cottle Station and Santa Teresa Station with access to the Baypointe - Santa Teresa. Property owners profit from the Blossom Hill with access to the Caltrain. The postal code is connected by about 10 bus lines, and it is very convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most homes. Most homes for sale in this area are located in places that are not especially well-suited for people who like to travel as pedestrians because few daily errands can be run without a car. On the other hand, this area is cycling-friendly since the topography is mostly flat.

Services

High schools and primary schools are not abundant in Zip Code 95138, and accordingly tend to require a very long trip to get to. Locals are served by public and private elementary schools. When it comes to eating, property owners in Zip Code 95138 generally have to use a vehicle to shop for their groceries in one of approximately 10 stores. Nevertheless, pharmacies are typically convenient to get to as a pedestrian and provide some staple foods. There are also a few opportunities for those who value restaurants and cafes in close proximity.

Character

The character of Zip Code 95138 is exemplified by its calm ambience. This area is quiet overall, as the streets are usually reasonably calm - although that is not the case close to W Valley Freeway or S Valley Freeway. Lastly, there are over 50 public green spaces nearby for residents to unwind in, such as Metcalf Motorcycle County Park and Silver Creek Linear Park, which results in them being very easy to access from many locations in this area.

Car friendly9.2

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

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

Transit friendly2.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.8

Some groceries within a short drive