Why Live in Riverside
Riverside in Chattanooga is a neighborhood characterized by its industrial surroundings, with a railyard to the east and numerous warehouses to the north and west. It's close to employers, such as a flour mill and a Pepsi Bottling Group plant. Riverside offers practical advantages, such as proximity to downtown Chattanooga, which is just 4 miles south via Amnicola Highway. The area has a mix of minimalist, single-story homes, including Craftsman, bungalow and minimal traditional houses. Homeowners are restoring some properties, and new construction is attracting residents. Locals can eat out at Ricko’s Pizzeria & Italian Cuisine and Choo Choo BBQ and get their groceries at IGA. The 16-mile Tennessee Riverwalk runs through Riverside and follows the riverfront to downtown Chattanooga. There, Tennessee Riverpark features a boat ramp, playgrounds and art installations. High Point Climbing and Fitness provides indoor recreation options. Children can attend Hamilton County Schools. The Construction Career Center, located on Roanoke Avenue, teaches skilled trades. Riverside's location allows easy access to downtown events, including Chattanooga Lookouts games and the Creative Discovery Museum. The Tennessee Aquarium, Hunter Museum of Art and Bluff View Art District are also downtown. Several medical facilities, including CHI Memorial Hospital and Erlanger Baroness Hospital, are south of Riverside.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside a good place to live?
Riverside is a good place to live. Riverside is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Riverside is a suburban neighborhood. Riverside has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $52,719 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverside are home owners, with 49.7% of residents renting and 50.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Riverside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Riverside neighborhood guide.
Is Riverside, TN a safe neighborhood?
Riverside, TN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverside?
The median home price in Riverside is $196,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $39,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.51%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $42K a year to afford the median home price in Riverside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Riverside is $53K.
What are the best public schools in Riverside?
The best public schools that serve Riverside are:
What are the best private schools in Riverside?
The best private schools that serve Riverside are:
- St Jude School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Mccallie School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- The Bright School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
What are the most popular zip codes in Riverside, Chattanooga, TN?
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Are home prices dropping in Riverside?
Yes, home prices in Riverside are down 28% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Riverside, TN
On average, homes in Riverside, Chattanooga sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Chattanooga over the last 12 months is $140,000, down 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$140,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$169,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$196,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
20%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-50%
