America's Top Eco-Friendly Cities for Car-Free Transit

Core Insights - Realtor.com® and Local Logic released a ranking of the best U.S. cities for car-free transit, emphasizing sustainability through walking, biking, and public transit [1][3] - The top three cities are Hoboken, NJ; Cambridge, MA; and Brookline, MA, with a significant concentration of top-ranked cities in the Northeast and California's Bay Area [1][2] Ranking Methodology - The ranking was based on U.S. Census data regarding car-free commuters, combined with Local Logic's proprietary Location Scores that assess walkability, bikeability, and public transit access [3][4] - These Location Scores are derived from billions of data points related to local infrastructure and amenities, providing a comprehensive view of neighborhood functionality [3][4] Top Eco-Friendly Cities - Hoboken, NJ: Nearly 80% of residents commute without a car, benefiting from a dense, walkable grid and access to PATH trains, ferries, and buses [5] - Cambridge, MA: Known for smart city planning and significant investment in bike infrastructure, making car-free commuting a natural choice [6] - Brookline, MA: Well-connected by transit and designed for easy navigation on foot, promoting a car-free lifestyle [7] - Berkeley, CA: Strong cycling culture and progressive urban policies support car-free commuting [8] - Washington, D.C.: Approximately two-thirds of residents commute car-free, with a focus on safer, walkable streets [9] - San Francisco: Despite its hills, it remains transit- and pedestrian-friendly, with a long-standing transit-first policy [10] - Somerville, MA: Investments in active transportation and compact urban design facilitate car-free commuting [11] - Boston, MA: Nearly 58% of locals commute without a car, supported by strong transit coverage and modern mobility plans [12] - Seattle: Over half of residents commute without driving, aided by a growing transit network [13] - Arlington, VA: Focuses on growth around Metro stations, supporting sustainable commuting options [14] Key Statistics - The ranking includes median list prices, days on the market, and various friendliness scores for cycling, pedestrian access, and transit [15] - For example, Hoboken has a median list price of $785,000 and a cycling friendliness score of 7.0 [15]