About the neighborhood

Zip Code 98158 offers a convenient location with easy access to major highways and ample parking options. The neighborhood benefits from several bus lines with stops conveniently located near most residences, providing connections across the area. Residents have access to a range of nearby primary schools as well as supermarkets that are conveniently reachable. Dining options include a solid variety of restaurants and several inviting cafes, enhancing the local culinary scene. Surrounding postal codes provide numerous green spaces and parks perfect for outdoor relaxation and recreation. Housing primarily includes small to large apartment buildings, with a significant portion of properties built between 1960 and 1980.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a great mode of transportation in Zip Code 98158. Most real estate listings are a short drive from the closest highway, and it is very easy to park. However, this area is not especially transit friendly. Nonetheless, rapid transit stations, such as SeaTac/Airport, Tukwila Int'l Blvd and Angle Lake on the Northgate - Angle Lake, are usually a short distance away from most properties in the postal code. Homeowners benefit from approximately 10 bus lines, and bus stops are typically very close by. It is at times difficult to move around by bicycle in Zip Code 98158 as there are few bike lanes, and there are a good number of slopes for cyclists to brave. A majority of the homes for sale in this postal code are located in areas that are also not very well-suited for pedestrians because carrying out daily needs is at times challenging without a vehicle.

Services

It is easy to access the nearest grocery store as a pedestrian in this area. Furthermore, there are a good number of opportunities for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes. With regards to education, primary schools are easy to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in this postal code. On the other hand, locals may find it very difficult to get to high schools as pedestrians. At the secondary level, there are both public and private schools.

Character

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors will feel at home in Zip Code 98158. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area finding one of the around 10 bars is very easy since they are generally situated in very convenient locations. However, it is easy to access parks in the postal code since there are approximately 30 of them nearby for residents to check out.

Car friendly10.0

Exceptional 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

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

Transit friendly4.8

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants6.6

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

Groceries6.4

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