$265,936Average Value$121Average Price per Sq Ft8Homes For Sale
A semi-private, waterfront community
Set along the banks of the Colorado River, the aptly named Big River is a popular Southern California vacation spot next to the Arizona border. The area's residents, whether part-time or full-time, tend to be retirees. “A lot of snowbirds come out for boating during the winter,” says Julie Bruckner, a local listing agent with Havapad Realty Group. “It’s a part of the Colorado River Indian Reservation, so many folks here do not own the land. They rent out homes with boating docks for months at a time.” Winter and spring are the most active seasons here, as summer and fall temperatures often top 100 degrees.
A remote area with a Baptist church, some camping areas and a couple of casual restaurants, Big River receives a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Everyday essentials are found about 7 miles away in Parker, Arizona, while the closest schools are about 50 miles away in Needles, California.
Land owned by the Colorado River Reservation
The community's partially paved, sidewalk-less streets are lined with single-story homes built between the 1970s and mid-'80s and set on spacious lots of a half acre to 2 acres. These homes are either ranch-style or manufactured and generally have two or three bedrooms; common features include attached two-car garages, wooden split-rail fences and rock landscaping with the occasional tall palm tree. Prices for both styes typically range from $100,000 to $150,000, but those set on the riverfront range from $230,000 to $400,000 and often include private boat launches. "Most of the land is lease only," notes Larry Hunt, a Broker with Keller Williams Realty who has 5 years' experience in the area. "To buy any property here, you have to pay cash or have an owner carry-back. You can't get a mortgage on the reservation." An owner carry-back, also known as owner financing, is a mortgage loan provided by a home's owner to a home's new buyer.
Big River's ranch-style homes offer the best of both comfort and nature.
Discover the simple elegance of ranch-style homes in Big River.
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The closest schools are 50 miles away in Needles, California
The closest schools are about 50 miles away in the city of Needles, California; the Needles Unified School District earns an overall rating of B from Niche. Kids can start school at the B-minus rated Vista Colorado Elementary, then continue to Needles Middle, which earns a C. The B-minus rated Needles High offers a handful of lunchtime and after-school clubs for activities like knitting, hiking and gaming.
A view of the Needles High School buildings from the street.
A view of the Needles Middle School buildings from the street.
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Seasonal events at Western Park
The Big River RV Park offers public boating access, as well as riverside picnic areas. For more green space, the roughly 8-acre, dog-friendly Western Park is about 13 miles away in Parker, with basketball courts, a baseball field and a playground that was renovated in 2022. Western Park also hosts seasonal events like a winter holiday tree lighting and a local bazaar selling crafts, clothing and more.
Big River RV Park provides access for public boating and features picturesque riverside picnic areas.
Challenge your friends to a game of basketball at Western Park.
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Casual sit-down dining on the river
Neighborhood gathering spots include The Dock, a waterfront spot for hearty meals like ribeye and fried fish, and Dumas Walkers Restaurant & Bar, which serves cocktails and casual bar fare. Most shopping is done about 7 miles away in Parker, which includes a Bealls department store, a Safeway and a Walmart Supercenter, as well as fast-food chains like McDonalds and Taco Bell.
Dumas Walkers Restaurant and Bar is a Big River staple, where good food and community meet.
For a taste of Big River's charm and exceptional cuisine, The Dock Restaurant is the place to be.
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Cross the state on the 62
Highway 62 runs northeast along Big River, leading to Parker, Arizona in about 7 miles. Highway 95 connects to Old Parker Road, leading to Blythe in about 50 miles. With no sidewalks and no public transit options, residents here rely on cars to get around the city. Palo Verde Hospital is around 47 miles away, and the Colorado River Medical Center is 64 miles away. The Yuma International Airport (YUM) is a 124-mile trip.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Big River Park
Western Park
City Park
Parker Main Street Park
Pop Harvey Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Big River
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Big River, Blythe sell after 179 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Big River, Blythe over the last 12 months is $161,736, down 25% 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
853
Median Age
61
Population under 18
12.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
41.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,571
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,239
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84%
College Graduates
8.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
41.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
2''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
109°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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