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Rancho Buri Buri is a great neighborhood for families first and foremost. Situated between the major roads of El Camino Real, Westborough Blvd and Junipero Serra Blvd, it is surprisingly quiet and calm despite being connected to these major roads. One great transportation feature of this area is that it is easy to access freeways like 101 and 280 from anywhere in the neighborhood, since you can connect so easily to one of the major roads. Public transportation is also a plus, since the neighborhood has several dispersed SamTrans bus stops, as well as a BART station right across El Camino, within a 10 minute walk for most of the neighborhood. One can also get to the Tanforan and Serramonte shopping centers within 10-20 minutes, which is very convenient for any errands or just to have a day out at the mall. For commuters to the city from the area, you can get to San Francisco in about 20 minutes driving (because of the quick and easy access to the freeways), which is not much time at all considering the amount of traffic that can happen. As far as living conditions, this is a very clean and safe area. Despite being in the middle of three big roads, there is little traffic in the neighborhood except for residents, making for a peaceful living experience. There are at least two parks in the area, at Buri Buri Elementary and Alta Loma, for recreation and sports. The proximity of the neighborhood to the West Orange public library just on the other side of Westborough is a great place for kids and adults to read and study. The area also has a few convenience stores and markets, so you don't have to go far for groceries, toiletries or most things you might need. Overall, a great neighborhood for any family.

I used to visit my friends from school on this street all the time. It is a very quiet street, and you almost step right onto the basketball courts of Buri Buri school off of the street. It is a great hangout street for your kids when they come home from school. There is an alleyway which connects the street to the park of Buri Buri, which is a nice neighborhood touch for the kids. The houses are nice - not exactly the biggest or the most picturesque or upkept, but good starter family homes. It is close to a small local convenience store for any little thing you need to pick up, which is easy for little errands and such. It is only a few minutes to get to El Camino or the freeway. The thing to take away is that it is definitely geared toward family homes with kids who go to the local schools, either Buri Buri or Alta Loma.

I use this street all the time to go to the mall. A great backway to get into the Tanforan mall, rather than using the busy El Camino entrance. I also took the bus here to get to Skyline, which was convenient since there is a bus depot right off the street. You can take the bus there, go shopping, and take the bus back off of Huntington. The BART station is right next to the bus depot, so it is also convenient if you need to go to the airport from the area. Down the road there is also a Caltrain station, so it is public transportation galor when it comes to Huntington. It is something of a backroads residential street along some parts, which might be awkward. It isn't too busy in terms of traffic though, except near the mall sometimes and near the Caltrain tracks for commuters.

I frequent this street to get to the library. Connects to El Camino so it is easy access from the main road to West Orange. As a kid, my parents also used this road to take me to my baseball games in the park on Southwood. It is a quiet street despite being near El Camino, and it does not get much noise or traffic unless you use it to get to the library or park. The houses and landscapes are well-kept, which is nice to get the neighborhood feel. The street is a bit narrow, so it can get a little tight sometimes with parking. But it is nice to be able to walk to the library from a friend's house there, as well as to the park to play catch. Another big advantage is being a connector to El Camino, so you don't have to take turns or twists to get to a main road.

Newman Dr is surprisingly nice for families despite being close to a major throughway - Junipero Serra Blvd. It is on a hill, but much of the street is leveled off, which is nice to know if you have kids so they don't go running down a hill. The houses are nice and big with two stories, so living space is nice on the street. Since Newman parallels Junipero Serra, there are many cars passing through, usually on King Drive. The noise from Junipero Serra is the drawback for Newman, because throughout the day cars are passing by. Backyard space is a bit limited as well, so if you want your family to have a nice sized yard to play in or have gatherings, Newman might not be for you. Overall though, many families make do, and well. It is fairly close to stores like Target and Home Depot, and public transportation like SamTrans which passes along Junipero Serra. Access to the freeways is also convenient.

King Drive is a great street which I use often to go from my residence to Little Caesar's Pizza on Gellert. It is a hilly street near Junipero Serra Blvd and Gellert, lined with a retirement home and an apartment complex along the way. I would not recommend it for families unless you do not live near the major streets - it is busy with traffic and kids might not be as aware as one needs to be. It is close to the freeway for commuters and access to San Francisco. For the residential area of the Buri Buri neighborhood, it is a nice street to get to the market area on Gellert, with shops and restaurants. You can easily connect from King to Junipero Serra or Gellert, which is a nice if you want a short-cut drive living around the area. Overall, it is a more busy traffic street, but very convenient and close to the markets and shops.

I have relatives on this street that I visit often. It is great for kids because it is right in the middle of Buri Buri and Alta Loma schools, as well as the associated parks. They can get out of school and check in at home close by. There is a local daycare home for those who can't pick up their younger children. There are bus stops near the school that kids can also take to Tanforan or Serramonte malls, or they can play at the well-sized parks each school has. The street connects all the way to Arroyo, which is a more main street near El Camino. Easy access allows for short driving times for running errands, or picking up a movie with the kids at a local Blockbuster. Neighbors are often families with children who attend the aforementioned schools, so it is a nice family environment with more available space to have barbecues or sports events together at the park.

I drive through Alta Loma Dr almost every day, whether it is for connecting to El Camino Real, for errands, or for a quick food pickup at KFC or Long John Silver's. The street is lined with family homes up and down all the way to Arroyo, and it connects many residential streets to a small commercial area near El Camino Real and Arroyo with the aforementioned restaurants, as well as businesses ranging from insurance to medical supplies. The street gives more of a feel of a thru-way as opposed to a residential street, so getting to know most of your neighbors may be a bit difficult. As a result, there is more traffic on this street than most of the surrounding residential area, as people use it to connect to Arroyo or El Camino, but not so much as a city street for example. It is quiet most of the time, mostly lined with single-story homes, possibly great for investing and adding on to the homes (maybe making it into a two-story home) for resale.

I have long had a friend on Clara Ave. I visit him often and have become very familiar with Clara. There is a good mix of single-story and two-story homes, and the neighbors are friendly and close-knit. I often go for runs and jogs around the area, including Camaritas and Alta Loma Drive. Come Halloween time, Clara has some of the most creatively decorated homes, and the same goes for Christmas and lights on the houses. As with the general area, it is close to various SamTrans bus stops, including one with stair access on El Camino which is minutes away. The area is also great for kids to get to know each other when they go to the same school, at Buri Buri or Alta Loma. The proximity of the streets and homes gives assurance to parents and families that their kids are safe and close by. It is a quiet area where kids can play in the streets or backyards, and where parents can commute using BART, close access to the freeways, or even the SamTrans buses.

This street has a nice feel to it - good family street, but also quiet for those retired or looking for a slower-paced lifestyle. You can often faintly hear baseball and soccer games being played at the nearby Alta Loma parks. You can smell the barbecues as well through the air. It is part of something of a residential street row with Altura and Clara streets, among others. Many family homes with kids, and it is easy and safe knowing kids can visit each other within minutes of their own homes. It is also a great place to be close to your children's schools at Alta Loma or Buri Buri. It has very close access to the local BART station and the Kaiser hospital, and it is within short driving distance of malls and restaurants, as well as a few supermarkets and convenience stores such as Pacific Super. I visit a friend who lives on San Felipe often, and the residents there are as friendly and respectful as anywhere. Great street to live on and visit.

Altura Way is a great street for families. Quiet, with little traffic and a good neighborhood feel without being too cramped. Very close to Kaiser hospital, within 5 to 10 minutes walking or driving. Also within 5 to 10 minutes walking or driving to the local SSF Bart Station - very convenient for commuters or students. Only a 15 to 20 minute drive from San Francisco - great for being able to experience city life and the relaxation of a nice residential area at the same time. Just minutes from El Camino Real, you can easily drive to local Tanforan and Serramonte malls in about 10 to 20 minutes - great for running errands, shopping at Target, or for restaurants like BJ's Brewhouse or Marie Calender's. There are two local schools within minutes - Buri Buri Elementary and Alta Loma - both have parks with basketball courts and baseball fields. You can walk from Altura to either location with your kids, or to shoot hoops or play catch on the grass. Weather is typical for the Bay Area - not too hot or cold, overcast. Nice 3+ bedroom/2+ bathroom homes and ample parking space on the street and driveways.