Why Live in Riverview East
Riverview East in Elkhart is a neighborhood that capitalizes on its riverside location, with many properties featuring docks for boating, water skiing, kayaking, tubing, and fishing. Home styles range from ranches and two-story Traditional homes to custom contemporaries and estate homes around 3,000 square feet. South of Jackson Boulevard, the area transitions to ranches, bungalows, and Cape Cods averaging 1,800 square feet. Riverview Park, surrounding Riverview Elementary on three sides, includes youth softball diamonds, a large field for soccer or football, and Martin Skatepark, popular among teens. The intersection of Jackson Boulevard and Middleton Run Road, known as Bulldog Crossing, hosts Rico’s at Bulldog Crossing, a casual American eatery. Additional dining options and Martin’s Super Market are located 3 miles west on Jackson Boulevard. The Upper Saint Joe River Rats sponsor summer events like a lighted boat parade and a poker run. Riverview East is also close to Elkhart’s downtown events, including the Elkhart Jazz Festival and the Elkhart Grand Prix go-kart race. The neighborhood is separated from an industrial area by railroad tracks, with bike-friendly Wood Street connecting to the Riverview Greenway Trail 1 mile west. Public transportation is available via the Interurban Trolley Orange Line on Simpson Avenue. Riverview Elementary, serving kindergarten through sixth grade, is noted for its high percentage of sixth-grade students demonstrating growth in math.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverview East a good place to live?
Riverview East is a good place to live. Riverview East is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Riverview East has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $83,491 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverview East are home owners, with 13.5% of residents renting and 86.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Riverview East can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Riverview East neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverview East?
The median home price in Riverview East is $303,495. If you put a 20% down payment of $60,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,570 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $67K a year to afford the median home price in Riverview East. The average household income in Riverview East is $83K.
What are the best public schools in Riverview East?
The best public schools that serve Riverview East are:
What are the best private schools in Riverview East?
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Are home prices dropping in Riverview East?
Yes, home prices in Riverview East are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Riverview East, IN
On average, homes in Riverview East, Elkhart sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview East, Elkhart over the last 12 months is $292,990, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$292,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$298,940
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$292,990
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$207
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median List Price
$303,495
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-31%