Why Live in Riverview
Riverview, a quiet neighborhood in Durango, offers a glimpse of the city’s past with its mid-century ranch-style homes and updated Craftsman houses. Located between Florida Road and the Animas River, Riverview provides easy access to dining options and a 7-mile paved trail for running and biking. Folsom Park, at the heart of the neighborhood, features a baseball field, basketball hoops, and playgrounds. For skiing and skating, residents head to Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area, while golfers can enjoy the Hillcrest Golf Club with its views of the La Plata Mountains. The Durango Botanical Gardens, surrounding the public library, offer a serene spot for picnics. Dining options include Still Life Coffee & Botanicals, Pop Sushi, and J. Bo Pizza & Rib Company, all located minutes away on Florida Avenue. Grocery essentials are available at City Market and Albertsons. Riverview’s homes, priced between $600,000 and $900,000, often come with private driveways and attached garages, while newer apartments and condos provide more affordable options. The neighborhood is served by Durango School District No. 9-R, with Durango High School known for its highly regarded theatre program. Riverview is safer than the national average, and the Durango Public Transit System offers bus stops throughout the area, though many residents prefer walking or biking. The Durango-La Plata Airport is about 20 miles away, providing connections to major cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverview a good place to live?
Riverview is a good place to live. Riverview is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Riverview has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.2 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $89,414 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 68.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverview are home owners, with 37.5% of residents renting and 62.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Riverview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Riverview neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverview?
The median home price in Riverview is $399,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,990 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $85K a year to afford the median home price in Riverview. The average household income in Riverview is $89K.
What are the best public schools in Riverview?
The best public schools that serve Riverview are:
What are the best private schools in Riverview?
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Home Trends in Riverview, CO
On average, homes in Riverview, Durango sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview, Durango over the last 12 months is $751,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$751,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$950,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$299,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$375
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%