Just south of downtown Baltimore and centered around Riverside Park is the small historic neighborhood of Riverside. Once home to rail and port workers, the neighborhood of Riverside gained popularity with the development of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad line that transported goods from Locust Point to Camden Station. This walkable community features 19th-century architecture, a vast array of dining options and one of the city’s largest parks. “People move here because it's walkable,” says Cynthia Conklin, a Realtor and Baltimore native with over 30 years of experience as a top seller in the greater Baltimore area. “You get proximity to downtown, tons of nearby restaurants and access to the Patapsco River.”
Federal Hill Park is a tranquil oasis overlooking Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
During the battle of 1812, Fort McHenry secured Baltimore from the British invaders.
At 1:30a on March 26, 2024, a cargo ship leaving the Port of Baltimore struck the FSK Bridge.
Fort McHenry is shaped like a star and on the peninsula near Riverside.
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Turn-of-the-century architecture
The streets are lined with historic row houses featuring an eclectic variety of styles and sizes. Residents live in narrow two-story homes, three-story Italianate designs and elegant Neoclassical builds: nearly all feature red-brick and stone facades, short stoops, and simple ornamentation around doors and windows. Contemporary homes can also be found in the form of five-story luxury townhouses with rooftop decks and two-car garages. While most historic homes do not feature garages and the area relies primarily on-street parking, residents can apply for permits. However, spaces can be difficult to find after 5 p.m. on weeknights and weekends. Homes with 1,500 square feet or less sell for $200,000 to $400,000, with the average price hovering around $320,000. Houses with over 2,000 square feet sell for $450,000 to $700,000, with the average sale price being $600,000.
Two Story Rowhouses
Riverside Neighborhood
Visionary Arts Museum
Riverside is south of Downtown Baltimore.
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Riverside Park and beyond
“Riverside has access to all of the local green spaces,” says Conklin. “It’s a very park-driven community. You see lots of people out and about.” One of the key amenities is Riverside Park. This 17-acre park offers green spaces, plenty of trees, a public pool, basketball courts, two pavilions and pleasant afternoon breezes. Built on the former Battery Square site, this area has long served as a lookout point, including during the War of 1812 and consequent conflicts. To learn more about the area’s military beginnings, residents can take a trip to nearby Federal Hill or Fort McHenry to explore additional historical exhibits. The Baltimore Waterfront Promenade is another excellent walking destination, featuring restaurants, museums and marinas along the way. Art enthusiasts can head to the American Visionary Art Museum, which features a collection of art with a focus on self-taught and intuitive techniques. Residents can spend an afternoon getting lost in the many exhibits or sign up for a craft class or workshop.
Kids of all ages enjoy Rash Field Park and the adventure playground.
Riverside Park is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Baltimore.
HAM radio's connect with other stations around the globe at Fort McHenry, near Riverside.
Solo Gibbs Park near Riverside has tennis courts and a playground.
Cherry Blossoms are simply better at Fort McHenry near Riverside.
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Riverside restaurants and retail
Residents head to SoBo Café for classic American comfort food. This independent, locally-owned restaurant adorns its vibrant, multicolored walls with paintings by local artists. Right off Light Street is Blue Agave Mexican Food, a popular eatery and tequila bar. For groceries, residents can head to Giant Food at East Heath Street and Webster Street. For home decor, garden supplies and tools, locals can stop by the Federal Hill Ace Hardware.
Sagamore Spirit Distillery is a new spot for craft cocktails near Riverside.
Blue Moon Too, near Riverside, serves brunch all day.
ACE Hardware near Riverside hads everything you need for your home and garden projects.
For your retail needs in Riverside, head to Southside Marketplace.
Cross Street Market offers outdoor seating in near Riverside.
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The holiday season
At Christmas time, West Shore Park comes to life with the smell of Glühwein and a blaze of holiday lights. The Christmas Village, running from Thanksgiving till Christmas Eve, mimics traditional Christmas Markets in Germany with dozens of wooden booths offering European food, baked goods and drinks.
The Baltimore City Public School District
The Baltimore City Public School District serves the residents of Riverside. Students can begin their education at Francis Scott Key Elementary and Middle School, which earned a B score on Niche. Students can finish their education at Digital Harbor High School, which rates a C-minus on Niche.
Francis Scott Key School in Locust Point serves the children of Baltimore in academics.
Digital Harbor High School is an innovative learning hub near the Inner Harbor of Baltimore.
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Transportation and travel hubs
Residents of Riverside will also enjoy proximity to Interstate 95 and travel hubs such as the Maryland Cruise Terminal and the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, which is 12 miles away.
Inner Harbor Promenade
Catch the MARC train to DC or Frederick from Camden Station near Riverside.
Public transportation is a breeze in Riverside.
Take a leisurely spin around the Fort McHenry peninsula near Riverside.
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Riverside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside, Baltimore sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Baltimore over the last 12 months is $388,749, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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