Why Live in Riverside
Riverside in Elizabeth City is a neighborhood characterized by its sought-after waterfront homes along Riverside Avenue and Rivershore Road, featuring styles from Georgian Revivals to ranch-style homes and cottages, all with river access docks. Inland, homes on wooded lots vary from Millenium Mansions and new constructions to 1950s and ‘60s bungalows and Craftsman houses. The neighborhood is bordered by the Pasquotank River, with Charles Creek Park providing a boat launch, scenic boardwalk, and playground. Coast Guard Park hosts the Elizabeth City Rowing Club, while South Park Sports Complex and River Road Sports Complex cater to baseball, softball, and soccer enthusiasts. Riverside residents are a short distance from Downtown Elizabeth City, known for its shops and restaurants, with local favorites like Big Daddy’s Pizza and Southern Maid Donuts closer to home. Grocery needs are met by Food Lion and Brothers Farm Market. Despite being car-dependent, the neighborhood is within 3 miles of Downtown and close to U.S. Highway 17 and U.S. Highway 158, providing access to Norfolk and the Outer Banks. The U.S. Coast Guard Base and Elizabeth City Regional Airport are nearby, though noise is minimal. Riverside homes are zoned to Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools, with J.C. Sawyer Elementary, River Road Middle, and Northeastern High School serving the area. The Northeast Academy for Aerospace and Advanced Technologies offers specialized STEM education, and Elizabeth City State University, a historically Black university, is part of the neighborhood, known for its aviation science program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside a good place to live?
Riverside is a good place to live. Riverside is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Riverside has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $77,613 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 33% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverside are home owners, with 41.4% of residents renting and 58.6% 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.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverside?
The median home price in Riverside is $247,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $49,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $54K a year to afford the median home price in Riverside. The average household income in Riverside is $78K.
What are the best public schools in Riverside?
The best public schools that serve Riverside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Riverside?
Yes, home prices in Riverside are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Riverside, NC
On average, homes in Riverside, Elizabeth City sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Elizabeth City over the last 12 months is $232,450, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$232,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$261,800
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median List Price
$247,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%