Gilbert

Northwest Gilbert is a residential community in Gilbert, Arizona about 20 miles east of Phoenix and features natural amenities with year-round sunshine. “Gilbert completely redeveloped itself,” says Kenny Klaus, a Realtor with Keller Williams Integrity First. “They’ve created a downtown vibe and some of the more expensive real estate has become very popular.” The growing neighborhood is well-known for its highly rated schools, convenient access to Route 87 and Highway 60 and newer hospitals, says Klaus. The area also offers several different parks to explore, including McQueen Park where locals can play sports, take classes, fish or just relax. As Gilbert grows, the community stays tight-knit by supporting local businesses in Downtown Gilbert and attending events like Gilbert Days in November. “It’s a growing city, but it’s got a little bit of the small-town feel,” says Klaus. The average home value in Northwest Gilbert is $577,000, which is more expensive than the average value in Downtown Gilbert of $546,000, but also more affordable than the average value of $644,000 in Val Vista. “It’s a good location,” says Klaus. “You’re closer to in-town amenities and the area is new and trendy.” Northwest Gilbert’s residential streets are typically quiet, sidewalk-lined and dotted with trees, but local dining and shopping centers are usually within a mile or so. Homes typically range between $400,000 and $800,000; most are late-20th-century ranch-style or New Traditional constructions that draw from Spanish Revival architecture. At the lower end of the market, three-bed townhouses from the 2000s start around $350,000 and are often a part of HOA communities, like Park Place Village near McQueen Park. Late-century, three-bed ranch-style homes start closer to $500,000, and feature amenities like attached garages, pools and rock gardens with low-water plantings, while renovated versions with extra bedrooms, larger pools and multi-car garages range between $600,000 and $800,000. “Most homes cater to a family lifestyle,” says Klaus. Local kids can attend Gilbert Public Schools, rated A overall by Niche. Oak Tree Elementary receives an A-minus and offers student enrichment programs, including summer camps and Science Matters - Under the Sea, a weekly club that explores oceanography. Mesquite Junior High earns a B-plus and offers extracurriculars like Code Club and Chess Club. Teens can then move on to Mesquite High, rated B, where students can take dual enrollment courses for college credit at Chandler-Gilbert Community College or Mesa Community College. Students in grades 7 through 12 can also attend Gilbert Classical Academy, rated A-plus and a National Blue Ribbon School. McQueen Park is popular with locals for its many sports amenities, including basketball, volleyball and tennis courts, youth baseball diamonds and multi-use fields; visitors can also cast their fishing lines at the 2-acre Mcqueen Pond for catfish, trout and sunfish. The McQueen Park Activity Center is also a big draw, where locals attend classes and enjoy indoor amenities like the gymnasium, billiards and foosball. Hit the links at the nearby 18-hole Kokopelli Golf Club, a community staple since 1992 featuring rolling terrain dotted by tall palm trees. For local wildlife, explore the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, which hosts nature walks and an after-dark educational experience. Locals have their pick of area grocery stores, including Fry’s Marketplace at Township Plaza on East Baseline Road and Trader Joe’s at Mesa Shores just across the street. About a mile west on East Baseline Road, shoppers can browse department and outlet stores like Kohl’s, Ross and TJ Maxx at the Shoppes at Gilbert Commons. There are also many dining options in the area along Gilbert Road; Klaus recommends Culinary Dropout, a regional, casual dining chain serving comfort food, brunch specials and happy hour drinks. For live music and a welcoming atmosphere, Klaus suggests Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row, a country restaurant and bar that offers classic American fare during the day before becoming a nightlife destination in the evening. Locals are also a short drive from Mesa’s Fiesta District and Superstition Springs Mall, where they will find even more shopping and dining options. Gilbert hosts cultural, educational and sporting events year-round for the community. Local bands are featured in Gilbert’s Concerts in the Park, held throughout the year at different parks and greenspaces in Downtown Gilbert. There are also Gilbert Days in November at Gilbert Regional Park, where locals gather to enjoy food, games, and live music while supporting local businesses. Klaus says spring training games are a big draw for the community; locals can catch the Chicago Cubs about 8 miles north at Sloan Park in Mesa. Northwest Gilbert’s western border is formed by Route 87, providing access to Mesa, 5 miles away. Highway 60 is just north of the neighborhood and runs west towards Phoenix, about 20 miles away and a 25- to 45-minute drive during rush hour. The Valley Metro light rail has multiple stations a few miles north of the neighborhood and local bus stops throughout Gilbert. There are also bike lanes, trails and connectors for cyclists, while retail centers encourage walkability. Banner Gateway Medical Center is about 5 miles east of Northwest Gilbert along Highway 60. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 17 miles west.

Val Vista is a suburban community in Gilbert, Arizona, about 24 miles west of Phoenix along Highway 60; the neighborhood is near commercial corridors like Higley Road and North Val Vista Drive and natural amenities like Freestone Park and Riparian Preserve. “When you’re in Vista, you don’t think you’re in the desert,” says Gordon Leatherbarrow, a Realtor with 6 Real Estate. “It’s a desirable community that’s very green and lush with lots of water.” Homes here are typically more expensive than in neighboring communities, and most residential subdivisions are within a mile of local shopping and dining options. “It’s definitely an active neighborhood. You’ll see neighbors walking around and greeting each other.” “Val Vista is a unique area compared to other Arizona communities,” says Leatherbarrow. “It’s not all stucco or brown—there’s a Tuscan look on some of the bigger homes. It’s a nice community.” The average home price in Val Vista is $640,000, more expensive than neighboring Northwest Gilbert and East Gilbert, where the average prices are less than $600,000. Most homes here range between $500,000 and $800,000, but some custom homes and waterfront properties go for up to $2.5 million. The master-planned community of Val Vista Lakes has more than 20 residential subdivisions with lakefront houses and offers neighborhood amenities like tennis courts and a clubhouse. “It’s one of the few places in Gilbert where you can have a house on the water with a pontoon boat and a little dock,” says Leatherbarow. Single-family homes from the late 20th century start around $550,000 and are typically shaded in light Earth tones featuring Mediterranean-style design elements like terracotta roofs and casement windows. “You’re going to pay a little more to live here because of the amenities,” says Leatherbarrow. “If you go a mile or two over to pick a similar home that’s not on the water, it could be $200,000 to $300,000 lower.” Local kids can attend schools in the Gilbert Public School District, rated an overall A by Niche. Greenfield Elementary earns an A-minus rating and offers Gator Bites, a monthly newsletter for parents to stay updated on the school’s happenings. Students can continue to Greenfield Junior High, rated A, and Highland High, rated A-minus, where teens can explore their interests in extracurriculars like mountain biking, crochet club and robotics. “You’re within a half-mile of Riparian Wildlife Sanctuary,” says Leatherbarrow. “There’s plenty to explore, as well as all kinds of wildlife, like birds and owls.” The 110-acre wetland preserve is centrally located in Val Vista and offers multiple campsites, walking trails and a fishing lake where visitors can cast their lines for rainbow trout, largemouth bass and sunfish. Nearby, equestrians can take lessons and enjoy horseback riding at Rockin’ D Arabian Horse Ranch. Less than 2 miles west of Riparian Preserve, Freestone District Park offers sports amenities like basketball and tennis courts, sand volleyball, and softball fields; there’s also a 22,000-square foot skate park fitted with a variety of obstacles, rails and bowls. The 88-acre park also features plenty of mixed-use green space popular for picnics, dog-walking or strolls in the sun. Grabbing groceries is easy at the Safeway in Highland Plaza off Higley Road; locals can also find a few local businesses and chain eateries here, like Kneaders Bakery & Cafe. Across the street, there’s Fry’s Marketplace, another grocery store, and more chain restaurants offering fast food or casual dining, like Thai Chili 2go. Further south along Higley Road, customers can grab a drink at Divided Vine, a local beer garden, or buy tickets for a performance at the Tuscany Theatre. Similar retail plazas are dotted throughout Val Vista, like Patterson Landing off North Val Vista Drive, where locals can shop for vintage clothing and secondhand treasures at Uptown Cheapskate. For American comfort food in a sleek cafe setting, Leatherbarrow recommends Liberty Market in Downtown Gilbert, about 5 miles west. Val Vista residents are invited to all of Gilbert’s cultural events and celebrations, like the Concerts in the Park series held at city parks throughout the year, where attendees enjoy performances from local bands free of charge. Gilbert’s largest annual event is Gilbert Days in November at Gilbert Regional Park, a two-day festival featuring music, games, food, and gifts available to purchase from local businesses. The Phoenix Metropolitan Area is also home to the Cactus League, where major league baseball teams are hosted for spring training; locals in Val Vista are within 20 miles of Hohokam Stadium, Sloan Park and Tempe Diablo Stadium where the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels play. Phoenix is about 24 miles west of Val Vista along Highway 60, about a mile north of residential subdivisions; the drive takes between 30 and 55 minutes, depending on traffic. There are also multiple Valley Metro bus stops throughout Val Vista and light rail stations north of the neighborhood. There are several retail plazas, like those along North Val Vista Drive, that encourage walkability, but locals typically drive to most places. Banner Gateway Medical Center is easily reachable less than a mile north of Val Vista’s northern border, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 20 miles northwest.

Roughly 25 miles from Phoenix in the Southeast Valley, historic Downtown Gilbert is a formerly quiet, now hopping area destination for shopping, dining and entertainment that's affectionately known as the Heritage District. “It’s been really cool to watch our downtown become a trendy hotspot,” says longtime Gilbert resident Katrina McCarthy, a Realtor with Hague Partners. This walkable urban neighborhood’s locally owned boutiques, eateries, cocktail bars and breweries attract residents of all ages who want to enjoy a live, work and play lifestyle in homes that date from the early 1900s to just about now. “I love Gilbert, it has my heart,” McCarthy says. “I can’t say enough good things about it, which is why we’ve been here for 15 years. You never run out of options for eating and drinking and having a good time.” Along the neighborhood's sidewalk-lined Gilbert Road, residents can, McCarthy says, “take a walk and enjoy the beautiful Arizona scenery or stop for a bite on a restaurant patio. There's every kind of food you can think of here." Nightlife spots include The White Rabbit, a swanky 1920’s-themed speakeasy with a secret password and hidden entrance, and local favorite restaurants include Joe’s Real BBQ, a cafeteria-style joint with wood-smoked meats and comfort sides. “A lot of the spots downtown are not only kid-friendly but fur-baby-friendly, too, where you can legit bring your dog to dinner,” McCarthy says; at O.H.S.O Brewery, for instance, pups can enjoy house-made dog treats while their humans enjoy house-made brews and classic American fare. Liberty Market is popular for everything from breakfast staples and espresso to wood-fired pizza paired with wine, while Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row is the go-to place for country line dancing to live music. Shoppers can buy boutique fashions for their little ones at Forever French Baby or stop into Rocket Fizz for old-fashioned candy and bottled soda. Groceries can be found 2 miles north of the neighborhood at Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s and Sprout’s Farmers Market. Downtown’s main greenspace, Water Tower Plaza, is not surprisingly home to the town’s beloved, roughly 230-foot-tall water tower. “Downtown Gilbert is known for its water tower,” McCarthy says. “We don’t have many here in Arizona, as you can imagine, but it's been here forever, so it's kind of our little staple.” The tower is brightly lit with colorful lights that change for seasons, special events and at the special submitted request of community members. Popular for picnicking, community gathering and cooling off at the splash pad, the plaza also hosts community events like the Gilbert Farmers Market, where visitors can buy fresh produce and local artisan goods. On Downtown Gilbert’s eastern side, 88-acre Freestone District Park is home to a small amusement park with a carousel and a miniature train ride, as well as an array of sports complexes and athletic fields; there's also an on-site skate park here, as well as a large playground and a lake with fishing access. A bit further east of the park, Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch is a 110-acre wetland and wildlife sanctuary with seven ponds surrounded by miles of hiking trails and a floating boardwalk, as well as a dinosaur digging site; the preserve's Neely Ranch subsection is found on Downtown Gilbert’s western side. HD South is the city’s arts, culture and history center, home to institutions like the Gilbert Museum, where residents can learn about local history through a collection of artifacts and photographs, and the Hale Centre Theatre, and intimate, immersive venue for concerts and plays. The three galleries of The Art Intersection showcase work by established and emerging creatives, while public art installations and murals can be found throughout downtown. On select Saturdays from October through April, Water Tower Plaza hosts the Gilbert Art Walk, a family- and pet-friendly juried art show that features live music. Most of the neighborhood's residential streets are lined with sidewalks that allow neighbors to walk to the action in the heart of downtown or to each other's houses. Local homes date as far back as the early 1900s, though brand-new builds are popping up in subdivisions south of the main commercial area; those built between the early 1900s and the '70s reflect traditional architectural styles of their eras, while those built in the 1980s and later feature the same Spanish-style details (like stucco exteriors and clay-tile roofs) that can be found throughout the Valley. Modest townhouses from the 1980s and '90s start around $250,000, while larger, 21st-century models can go for up to $500,000. Modest single-family detached homes that need some renovations start around $300,000, while those with more square-footage and acreage, set further from the downtown center, can go for as much as $2 million. Downtown Gilbert is part of the Gilbert Public School District, whose open enrollment policy allows area households to apply to schools outside their zoning boundaries. Students in Downtown Gilbert can attend Gilbert Elementary, rated a B-plus by Niche, before moving on to the B-plus-rated Mesquite Junior High. At the B-rated Mesquite High, they can enroll in a variety of career and technical education courses to gain hands-on experience in fields like agriscience, journalism and early childhood education. Gilbert Road serves as Downtown Gilbert’s main north-south thoroughfare, connecting residents south to State Route 202 and north to U.S. 60; both highways connect east with Interstate 10, providing convenient access to Phoenix (about 25 miles away) and beyond. Gilbert Road is also lined with Valley Metro bus stops, which connect riders to stops throughout the Phoenix metro area. Banner Gateway Medical Center is 6 miles northeast, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 10 miles east.

Seville is a Gilbert neighborhood about 13 miles from downtown, built on a former orange grove and centered around the Seville Golf and Country Club. “When the country club was built, it was gorgeous; it was very Tuscan looking,” says Realtor Ray Sullivan, formerly the sales manager with Seville Country Club and Shea Homes, who now works with Keller Williams Realty. “As soon as it was built, I said to the owner, ‘You guys can take down all the signs and all the billboards. This is my billboard.’” Besides golf, the club hosts community events, and stores and restaurants are a short drive away. Students attend Chandler Unified School District, which earns an A-plus from Niche. The Seville Golf and Country Club has an 18-hole golf course designed by Gary Panks. The course offers group and individual lessons for all ages. “We tried to make the golf course not so stuffy,” Sullivan says. “It’s more of a family-oriented private county club.” Members of the country club have access to The Sports Zone, which includes a turf field used for soccer, dodgeball and wiffleball, a batting cage and an outdoor boxing ring. The Seville water park, also reserved for members, includes a fitness pool, lagoon and two water slides. “They got a big, huge slide where you can see half of Gilbert when you go up there and slide down it,” Sullivan says. “It’s a blast, man; even the adults go up on that thing.” Pocket playgrounds are scattered throughout the neighborhood, and the Adora Trails Park, with 12 miles of walking paths, is nearby. San Tan Mountain Regional Park is about an 11-mile drive and features close to 20 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The country club hosts several events for its members throughout the year. These include Parent’s Night Out, where families can drop off their kids for an evening of food and games while they enjoy a picnic, and Concert on the Lawn, a free show on the course. One community standout is the annual Holiday Cart Parade and Toy Drive, where residents decorate their golf carts and ride throughout the streets, with Santa’s Elves collecting donations along the way. “That is a sight for sore eyes,” Sullivan says. “Lit up adults and lit up golf carts, I mean, it is fun.” While members can always make reservations at The Grove, the country club’s restaurant, several eateries surround the neighborhood. Lucky Lou’s is a Vegas-themed grill, and Moreno’s Mexican Grill started as a food cart and is known for its Sonoran Hot Dogs. People can also travel into the city for more options, including Joe’s Real BBQ, Joe’s Farm Grill and Liberty Market, all owned by the Johnston family. Residents get groceries from Fry’s Marketplace or Basha’s. “Basha’s grocery store is a small hometown grocery store,” Sullivan says. “You feel like you want to support your hometown, so you go there. Fry’s has so much more to offer.” Lowe’s is about a 3-mile drive, and Target and Lowe’s are about 7 miles away. Locals can walk along the sidewalks that line the cul-de-sacs, eventually leading to the country club. “We took a whole street and built 17 models. We had seven or eight different theories of homes, and each one of those homes had different plans,” Sullivan says. “You could start all the way at 1,300 square feet up to 6,000 square feet.” These models were the basis of the new traditional homes that fill the neighborhood today, with stucco and stone exteriors and tile roofs. Single-story and two-story properties can cost between $550,000 and $1.4 million. While people can walk to and from the country club and the neighborhood parks, they need a car to get around Gilbert. Freeway 202 is about a 6-mile drive, which they can take to reach Phoenix, about 34 miles away. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is about 8 miles away, and the nearest emergency room is at Arizona General Hospital, about 5 miles from the community. According to the CAP Index, Seville receives a crime score of one out of 10. Seville is part of Chandler Unified School District, which Sullivans says is “a very reputable school district.” Students can start at Riggs Elementary School, which earns an A and teaches kindergarten through sixth grades. “My kids went there,” Sullivan says. At Casteel High School, which receives an A-minus and offers seventh through 12th grades, students can enroll in a career and technical education program, including one in digital photography. Gilbert is prone to extreme heat, so residents should prepare by limiting time outside to the early morning and late evenings, staying hydrated and wearing sunscreen. People should cover the windows with drapes or shades to prepare their homes, install window air-conditioning units and reduce oven usage during the summer months.

An oasis in the desert, The Islands feels more Florida than Arizona. Located around three man-made lakes on the border of Gilbert and Chandler in the East Valley, the planned community was originally surrounded by empty fields. With the rapid growth of the Phoenix area through the 1990s and 2000s, it’s now in the middle of the action. “People don’t normally think of lakes in Arizona,” says Lorraine Moller, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty East Valley who has lived in The Islands for more than 20 years. “But it’s nice now being able to be on the water and also so close to downtown Gilbert and Chandler.” Along the lakes on the interior of the neighborhood, the serpentine coves extend to ensure as many homes as possible are waterfront. A relatively unified design aesthetic unifies the neighborhood, as Spanish-style architecture dominates the area with tile roofs, stone ornamentation and stucco exteriors, although some ranches are found outside of The Islands community. Houses can be found for as low as the upper $300,000s, but the majority push closer to the mid-$600,000s. For luxurious lakeside mansions, homebuyers can pay north of $1.4 million. The neighborhood is administered by The Islands Community Association and requires fees, which came out to around $700 in 2023. Split between the municipalities of Gilbert and Chandler, The Islands utilizes two separate school districts. The northern half of the neighborhood resides in the Gilbert Public Schools district, while the Chandler Unified School District takes the southern portion of the neighborhood. Both systems are ranked highly; the Chandler system is ranked as the top school district in Arizona by Niche, and the Gilbert schools come in eighth. Students may attend Islands Elementary School and Mesquite Junior High School, which each received a B-plus grade from Niche, followed by Mesquite High School, which earned a B. The Islands community takes full advantage of its lakefront status, as many residents own boats. “Getting out on the water is a nice evening activity,” Moller says. “A lot of times, when I get home from work, my husband and I take some time to relax on the lake.” Even the recreation on dry land is enhanced by the lakes, as Islands Park sits beside the water, surrounded by palm trees. The private park includes a basketball court, a playground and charcoal grills for parkgoers to host their own cookout. Those looking for a public green space can visit Provinces Park on the south side of the neighborhood. Residents of The Islands have plenty of community events to attend, thanks to The Islands Community Association. Holiday celebrations like a boat parade bring the neighborhood together, while the community hosts concerts at Islands Park for outdoor fun on a warm night. For sports fans, spring training baseball comes to the area every year. The training facilities for the Oakland A’s, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Angels are each less than a 15-minute drive from The Islands. When it’s time to go out for a drink or a bite to eat, The Islands’ location lends it plenty of options. On a typical weekend, a resident might visit Boba Cutea Bubble Tea Cafe for a fun treat before heading across town to Chandler to visit DC Steakhouse. Just east of The Islands is Gilbert Town Square, with a variety of retail and entertainment options including a Regal Cinemas and a Bowlero. To catch a game and grab a nightcap, Catching Flights Bar and Grille is a local favorite with a stage for live music. Shopping centers with grocery stores such as Safeway flank the neighborhood, so essentials are never far. 20 miles from Phoenix, residents can easily commute from The Islands to downtown or anywhere across the area. “It’s very convenient to the 60 or the 101, which can get you anywhere you need to go in the East Valley,” says Moller. While the Valley Metro transportation system has stops on both the north and south side of the neighborhood, residents still drive their own cars for the vast majority of their transportation. For longer trips, American Airlines utilizes the local Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport as a hub, making it easier to travel across the country.

Agritopia is a close-knit community that surrounds several acres of farmland. The neighborhood was developed in the early 2000s by a family of farmers who envisioned a rural village in a modern setting, with most everything that residents might need within walking distance. The family’s dream was realized in this world of welcoming neighbors and gracious homes with wide front porches. “Agritopia offers a unique blend of small-town charm and vibrant community life,” says Sarah Luzi, a Designated Broker with Tyche Real Estate. “That focus on front-yard living really fosters a strong sense of community and makes it a really special place to call home,” Throughout Agritopia, sidewalks on tree-lined streets allow for leisurely walks around the block or down to the coffee store for a morning pick-up. A CAP index score of 3/10 means crime rates are low here. The four architectural styles found in the neighborhood include Spanish-influenced, Craftsman, European Revival and ranch-style homes. All houses here are built toward the front of their property and feature oversized front porches to encourage interaction with neighbors walking by. But this is not a cookie-cutter neighborhood; homes come in various sizes and sport many colors and individualized elements. Some homes feature plantation shutters that block out the bright Arizona sun, while other homes have large street-facing windows perfect for watching the sunset or keeping an eye on the kids. Ample backyards include space for a barbecue or pool party. Home prices range from $475,000 to around $1.4 million. Schools in the area are served by Higley Unified School District. Primary school students attend Higley Traditional Academy for kindergarten through Grade Eight. The school boasts an A rating from Niche and an 18-1 student-teacher ratio. Cooley Middle School has an 18-1 student-teacher ratio and an A-minus rating. Williams Field High School is rated A-minus and has a 19-1 student-teacher ratio. The school has a 94% graduation rate and an average SAT score of 1200. Many residents walk down Agritopia’s Valencia Street in the morning for a caramel macchiato or iced coffee from The Coffee Shop. Plenty of breakfast and lunch options make it a relaxing spot to start the day. Joe’s Farm Grill is the cornerstone restaurant in Agritopia, built from the founding family’s original home. The restaurant is a local staple and has been featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. While Agritopia’s dining and shopping options are just a short walk or bike ride from the residential areas, when a more extensive shopping trip is necessary, San Tan Village Marketplace is only 2 miles away. The shopping area includes over 100 stores and restaurants, including Barnes and Noble, Dillard’s and Home Goods. Parents may want to pack swimsuits for little ones so they can enjoy the indoor splash fountain. Grocery shoppers will find several nearby supermarkets, including Fresh Market and Aldi. Families and outdoors fans can stretch out at the 92-acre Crossroads District Park in Gilbert. The park offers multiple ballfields, a playground, dog park and amphitheater. Residents with green thumbs can lease a plot at the community garden, part of the larger Agritopia Farm. The farm is the foundation point of the entire neighborhood, with 11 acres of preserved land. Farm tours are held regularly, and visitors can head to the Farm Store afterward to buy fresh produce, apparel and gifts. In April, locals can head to nearby Gilbert for the El Puente festival. The annual event brings together cultural music and dance performances from across the area by professional and student artists. The outdoor event also features storytelling, puppet shows and food vendors. Community members often gather for Farm Nights on the second Wednesday of the month from September to May to enjoy good food and conversation with neighbors and local growers. Agritopia hosts a steady slate of events throughout the year. The neighborhood’s annual Oktoberfest helps ring in the fall season. Agritopia is located just off State Highway 202 and 5 miles from the Gilbert. Phoenix is 28 miles via U.S. 60 and Interstate 10. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is under 5 miles from the community. There is no bus service available. While the neighborhood is walkable, a vehicle is necessary for longer errands.