$320,915Average Value$186Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A mile from Downtown Appleton on River Drive
River Drive is a residential street flanked by the Fox River to the west and Memorial Drive to the east, a tight enclave of traditional homes and suburban spirit. Midcentury builds are embellished with chalk drawings in the driveway and mature trees out front. Though most won’t find scenic views of the river in their backyard, riverfront homes typically feature their own private walkways and docks. Thanks to nearby thoroughfares, including College Avenue, it’s hardly a commute to check out modern eats, city-wide festivals, private schooling options and bustling community parks. Less than 3 miles north of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh at Fox Cities, residents are privy to campus amenities, including the planetarium and community garden. Though public transportation is limited, River Drive is a convenient suburb just a mile or so from Downtown Appleton.
River Drive residents head to downtown Appleton for nightlife activities.
The River Drive neighborhood is less than 2 miles from downtown Appleton.
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Midcentury homes and riverfront builds
On River Drive, chalk drawings decorate the sidewalks with basketball nets towering above. Halloween brings carved pumpkins to the porches, along with colorful fall flags that’ll inevitably be switched out for the holidays come winter. Midcentury builds outline the rounded residential street, where ranch-style homes neighbor bilevels and Colonial Revivals. The occasional custom build might feature the gables of a Tudor Revival or the rounded entryway of a cottage. Modest yards with gardens and shrubbery border paved driveways and detached garages. Homes on the waterfront of the Fox River range in price from $400,000 to $600,000, with rare larger plots reaching around $1 million. Properties farther inland are comparatively priced between $250,000 and $400,000.
Boat owners can find their dream home along the Fox River in the River Drive neighborhood.
The average home in River Drive is roughly 2,298 square feet.
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Iced coffee, thrifting and the only piano bar in the city
Caribou Coffee sits on Memorial Drive, where Fair Market Thrift Store is across the street for a weekend excursion of brunching and thrifting. Nearby is George’s Steak House, colloquially known to prepare the best steak and prime rib in Appleton. Open for more than 70 years, George’s is actually the only piano bar in the city. The restaurant’s 9-foot Steinway grand piano is well over 125 years old, filling the barroom with lively sing-alongs. Memorial Drive also hosts the nearest grocery store, Pick ‘n Save, less than a mile south. Across the river, Appleton’s bustling central thoroughfare—College Avenue—is lined with modern dining options. Tipsy Taco & Tequila Bar is a local favorite for its Frida Kahlo-themed murals and broad selection of authentic tacos. Cruising along, it’s hard to miss Spats’ mint green building. The classic American fare is sourced from local family businesses including Acoca Coffee, Stone Arch Brewery and Jacobs Meat Market. The only beer available on tap is Wisconsin-made, an ode to the state’s expansive brewing history.
Shoppers in River Drive browse unique finds at Fair Market Thrift Store.
Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant has been serving River Drive residents for over 20 years.
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From Art in the Park to a Mile of Music
Every Saturday at dawn, The Downtown Appleton Farm Market packs more than 100 vendors onto the thoroughfare’s already bustling sidewalks, selling everything from locally-grown produce to handcrafted items, fried food, coffee and pastries. Running June through October, the market overlaps with Appleton’s annual Mile of Music, which takes place the first week of August. Guests can grab a croissant in the morning and return in the evening for free access to 40 unique venues hosting 200 up-and-coming musicians. City Park is home to Appleton’s “Art in the Park,” a two-day festival inviting 200 artists to show their work beside local food vendors and a lineup of live musicians. Jones Park shares a similar reputation, as guests flock with lawn chairs for the annual summer concert series. When summer ends, Octoberfest begins. Held in September, the drinking festivities kick off with a ceremonial toast to the Spaten keg beer tapping at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany.
Local shoppers browse handcrafted items at the Appleton Farmer's Market.
Appleton music lovers head downtown for live performances during the Mile of Music festival.
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Appleton’s public and private education
Families on River Drive are zoned for the Appleton Area School District, where parents and guardians are highly engaged in both academics and co-curricular activities. Stephen Foster Elementary Charter School enrolls K-6 and earns a B-minus on Niche, while James Madison Middle School earns a C-plus and enrolls seventh and eighth graders. Appleton East High School promotes communication between parents and faculty through the East Parent Association. With a B on Niche, the school additionally encourages parents of student-athletes to volunteer their time at sports events. Nearby private, spiritual options include Riverview Lutheran School and Xavier High School. The former enrolls K-8 students, while the latter enrolls secondary grades and earns an A on Niche.
The student population of James Madison Middle is 622 and the school serves 7-8.
Appleton East High School received a B grade from Niche.
River Drive students can attend UW-Oshkosh at Fox Cities, which has a campus spanning 41 acres.
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Fox River access points and sprawling community green spaces
Situated on Seymour Street, Riverview Gardens Urban Farm is a 15-acre farmstead growing community produce. The organization offers opportunities for youth programming and volunteering, collaborating with the Appleton Area School District and the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley. For everyday recreation, Veteran’s Park is less than a mile up the road, with a playground and shaded walking path bordering the memorial bridge. Across the river, Lutz Park is home to the Appleton Yacht Club, as well as a public kayak and canoe launch. Immediately north, Pierce Park’s playground borders a paved path where kids gather with buckets of chalk on sunny afternoons. Vulcan Heritage Park rests on a small peninsula of the Fox River, next door to Fratellos Riverfront Restaurant. After dining on the patio overlook, guests can check out the viewing deck for a panorama of the nearby dam and memorial bridge.
Homes in River Drive typically sell after 25 days on the market.
River Drive nature lovers plant flowers at the UWO Fox Cities Community Garden.
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Limited Valley Transit means car-dependence on River Drive
Downtown Appleton is a mile north on Memorial Drive, which is lined with Valley Transit bus stops. Bike lanes, however, are few and far between around River Drive. Due to the lack of walkable public transportation options, residents remain car-dependent for both local and distant travel. Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital is a mile east, but Appleton International Airport remains about 7 miles west on Prospect Avenue. There are notably no buses that stop at the airport. Green Bay commuters can expect a 34-mile trip north on Interstate 41, while Oshkosh remains 19 miles south.
Valley Transit offers River Drive residents access to a network of bus routes.
River Drive families head to Woodman's for bulk home goods and fresh produce.
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The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh at Fox Cities
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh at Fox Cities is less than 3 miles south. Located on campus, the Barlow Planetarium was the first of its kind in Wisconsin, hosting star and laser shows open to the public several days a week. Similarly, the UWO Fox Cities Community Garden was started in 2006 by a group of students looking to build community. Locals are welcome to partake by renting a plot and planting their own produce or flowers. The Attic Theatre is also on campus, where guests can catch one of many play productions throughout the year. Just north across the river, the Hearthstone Historic House Museum is often overlooked by Appleton natives. But the home was actually the very first in the world to be lit using the Edison hydroelectric system. “As it was being built, the owner went on a fishing trip and heard about the light bulb through his friend,” Kelly explains. “We give a lot of tours for people who have never been here before even though they’ve driven right past it!”
Astrology fans in River Drive head to Barlow Planetarium for a tour of the constellations.
River Drive students have been planting in the UWO Fox Cities Community Garden since 2006.
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Parks in this Area
Pierce Park
Riverview Gardens
Lutz Park
Veterans Park
Transit
Airport
Appleton International
14 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
River Drive
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Drive, Appleton sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in River Drive, Appleton over the last 12 months is $278,000, down 46% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
255
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,708
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.4%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
10°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
70''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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