About the neighborhood

Zip Code 98047 offers a peaceful and quiet setting with low traffic noise throughout the neighborhood. Residents benefit from convenient access to multiple parks, including the nearby Pacific City Park, providing ample public green spaces for relaxation and outdoor activities. The housing stock primarily consists of single detached homes and duplexes, mostly built around 1982, featuring mostly two- and three-bedroom options. Well-maintained roads connect the area to nearby highways, making automobile travel efficient for daily errands and commuting. A selection of restaurants and coffee shops add local charm, while several bus lines provide access to public transit options in the vicinity.

Characteristics

Transportation

This postal code is particularly car friendly. It is a rather short car ride to the nearest highway from any home in this area, and it is very easy to park. However, commuting by transit can be challenging in this area by reason of the infrequent service. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines crossing the postal code, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. Despite the fact that it is a flat ride to most locations, Zip Code 98047 is not particularly conducive to cycling as the bicycling network is sometimes poor. It is also impractical for pedestrians to navigate this area as running day-to-day errands is challenging without needing a car.

Services

Home buyers in Zip Code 98047 often have to turn to a car to purchase their groceries. There are also a few options for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. Regarding education, it is a rather short trip to access primary schools from most homes for sale in Zip Code 98047. In contrast, there are only a very small number of high schools and thus they can be a very long distance away.

Character

Zip Code 98047 offers a relaxed atmosphere and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. This area is especially quiet overall, as the streets are very peaceful. Finally, it is easy to access green spaces in the postal code, since getting to the closest one is very easy from a large number of properties for sale and there are around 40 parks close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly2.6

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly2.4

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.6

Variety of groceries within a short drive