About the neighborhood

Zip Code 98040 offers a wide range of housing options, from cozy lofts to spacious four-bedroom homes, appealing to a diverse array of preferences. The neighborhood features many well-distributed green spaces such as Mercerdale Hillside Park and South Mercer Playfield, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Residents benefit from convenient access to supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes. Several private and public schools, including elementary institutions, are nearby, enhancing educational opportunities. The area has reasonable bicycle infrastructure despite its varied terrain. Its calm atmosphere and easy access to highways like I-90 ensure smooth connectivity. Parking is generally plentiful, making daily errands and commutes manageable for residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

Cars are a great transportation option in Zip Code 98040. It is a very short drive to the nearest highway, such as I-90, from anywhere in this area, and coming across a place to park is easy. On the other hand, Zip Code 98040 is not an especially pleasant area for traveling by public transit. Nonetheless, homeowners benefit from South Bellevue with access to the South Bellevue - Redmond Tech Station. There are approximately 10 bus lines traversing the postal code, and bus stops are generally very close by. Even though the cycling infrastructure is reasonably good, it is sometimes difficult to move around by bicycle in Zip Code 98040 as there is a significant amount of elevation changes. Traveling as a pedestrian is also not very practical for residents in this postal code since running daily errands is impractical without a car.

Services

Residents will welcome the proximity to primary schools, which are within a short distance from vast majority houses for sale in this area. In contrast, home buyers may consider it difficult to access high schools as pedestrians. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. With regards to food, it is generally possible for property owners in this area to do their groceries as pedestrians. There are also a few opportunities for those who value nearby restaurants and cafes.

Character

There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Zip Code 98040. There are over 100 public green spaces nearby for residents to check out, including Island Crest Park and Luther Burbank Park, and they are very well-distributed, which makes it easy to reach them. Finally, as there are very few people out and about on the streets, this postal code remains relatively quiet.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.8

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.0

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.0

Variety of groceries within a short drive