Why Live in Riverside
Riverside is a picturesque neighborhood in Everett, known for its scenic views of the Snohomish River and its stock of historic homes. Popular home styles include Craftsman, Victorian, Cape Cod, and Colonial-inspired homes. Riverside is a close-knit community where neighbors often walk their dogs and children play together, giving it a small-town feel. The neighborhood is home to Garfield Elementary School, rated highly by Niche and offering resources like Parent University to help parents support their children's education. North Middle School and Everett High School also provide a range of extracurricular activities and clubs for students.
Garfield Park hosts a playground, picnic area, pickleball courts, and paved walking trails. At nearby Langus Riverfront Park, visitors can bike, fish, or kayak along the Snohomish River. Riverside residents have easy access to proximity to downtown Everett means residents have easy access to downtown Everett's dining, retail, and entertainment options, as well as community events like the Fisherman's Village Music Festival and farmer's markets.
Locals can dine at Oishi Teriyaki, which serves grilled teriyaki and katsu entrees, and Tampico Mexican Restaurant, which offers traditional Mexican dishes. For shopping, locals can explore Bargain CDs, Records and Tapes for music, Broadway Hobbies for niche hobby supplies, and Anabel's Framing and Gallery for art supplies and original artwork. Riverside residents can commute to downtown Seattle after a 30-mile drive on Interstate 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside a good place to live?
Riverside is a good place to live. Riverside is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Riverside is a suburban neighborhood. Riverside has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $101,594 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverside are home owners, with 38.6% of residents renting and 61.4% 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, WA a safe neighborhood?
Riverside, WA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverside?
The median home price in Riverside is $512,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $102,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K 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 $102K.
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:
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Are home prices dropping in Riverside?
Yes, home prices in Riverside are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Riverside, WA
On average, homes in Riverside, Everett sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Everett over the last 12 months is $508,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$508,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$515,100
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$696,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$350,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$281,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$447
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Median List Price
$512,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
