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Peaceful living in an island community by West Roxbury
Riverdale is an island community in Dedham that is surrounded by the riverways of the Charles River on all sides. Bordering Boston on the northeast, Cow Island and Motley Ponds, Riverdale is a suburban enclave in the northern part of the town. Known for having waterfront homes, scenic nature areas and easy access to the Charles River for water activities, Riverdale is a peaceful retreat for those seeking an active lifestyle by the waters. “Riverdale is actually an island,” says Amy Black, a local Realtor at Donahue Real Estate with 21 years of experience. “It’s surrounded by the Charles River and there are a total of 4 bridges that bring it all together and connect Riverdale to the rest of Dedham.”
The town of Dedham was Inc in 1636.
The city of Riverdale, Dedham is 13 miles West of Boston.
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Waterfront single-family homes in Riverdale, Dedham
Built throughout the 1900s, single-family residences in Riverdale mainly include cottages, Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and raised ranches. Many properties list between $500,000 and $850,000, while renovated, waterfront houses over 3,000 square feet may fetch around $1 million. Residential streets are winding and narrow, and homes are often hidden or shaded by mature trees. Although more recent residences have attached or detached garages, some of the older houses do not have garages, and people park their cars in the driveways. Yard sizes vary from 5,000 square feet to 1 acre, and most are well-landscaped with neatly trimmed lawns or white picket fences. Two-bedroom townhouses are between $400,000 and $550,000. Homebuyers who have properties in designated flood zones may have to purchase flood insurance.
Row of colonial homes in Riverdale close to Riverdale Elementary School.
Homes in Riverdale include colonial homes with large driveway space and garage.
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Water activities on the Charles River
Outlined by the Charles River, Riverdale has many canoe and kayak launch sites, and people spend much of their free time boating, paddling and doing water activities. Riverdale Park, which is also known as Marie Louise Kehoe Park, has basketball and tennis courts as well as a playground. A popular place for bird watching, fishing and hiking, the 600-acre Cutler Park Reservation sits adjacent to Riverdale and is home to Kendrick Pond, which has a 1.5-mile loop trail and a boat ramp. Slightly north, Millennium Park has the Alice Hennessey Playground and more trails, and the Dolan Recreation Center offers recreational classes, including dance and gymnastics.
Enjoy the Charles River from the Cutler Reservation in Riverdale.
Play some fetch with you friends at Riverdale Park.
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Local restaurants in Riverdale
“There are some great local restaurants around,” Black says. “There’s Waterford’s, Brickhouse Café and McGulf, which is a driving range. McGulf has mini golf and a popular ice cream sandwich shop, and it’s a nice draw for families.” Waterford's Family Restaurant is a riverfront diner with classic American cuisine and live music. An area staple for sports nights, Brickhouse Café serves hearty Italian fare and has a full bar. Pancho’s Taqueria is a local cantina chain, and Tahiti Restaurant and Lounge, a Cantonese-Polynesian fusion eatery, is in the heart of the town. Dedham has a weekly farmers market in spring, summer and winter for people to shop for local produce and specialty foods. Dedham Mall is right across the Charles River and has big-box retailers such as Lowe’s Home Improvement and T. J. Maxx, as well as franchise restaurants. Stop & Shop is a block north in the adjacent plaza, and Target is less than 4 miles east in Roslindale.
Practice your swing at McGolf in Riverdale, Dedham.
La Taqueria Bar & Grill in Riverdale was bar style seating inside.
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Dedham Public Schools
Dedham Public Schools, the oldest public school district in America, serves Riverdale. Riverdale Elementary School is America’s first free tax-supported public school and has a B-plus Niche rating. Dedham Middle School scores a B, and Dedham High School receives an A-minus. In addition to the general core academic teachings, Dedham High also offers courses in business, computer science, creative writing and journalism. Through the School to Careers Partnership and The Education Cooperative, the school also provides students with career-focused internship opportunities.
Dedham Middle School in Upper Dedham.
Dedham High School in Upper Dedham.
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Navigating into Boston
Riverdale is largely car-dependent, and Interstate 95 is west of the area for convenient access. There is a commuter rail station in the adjacent neighborhood, West Roxbury, and commuters can take the Needham Line to access downtown Boston. Those who prefer to drive can take Interstate 90, and Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport are about 15 to 20 miles northeast. There are also Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority bus stops throughout the town, and the West Roxbury VA Medical Center is less than 1 mile away in neighboring West Roxbury.
Interstate 95 gives you access to Boston and other nearby town from Riverdale.
From Riverdale you have easy access to West Roxbury and Westwood with route 109.
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Celebrating Dedham Day
Many community events are planned throughout the year, including the James Joyce Ramble in April, the Flag Day Parade and the Dedham Trails Day, which is held at the Dolan Recreation Center with races and festive games. Each September, the town celebrates Dedham Day at John Barnes Memorial Park with carnival rides, a barbeque, live shows and music, crafts and games. There is also a tree-lighting ceremony for Christmas, along with a winter market. Local historic places around town include the Fairbanks House, which was built in 1637 and is considered the oldest surviving wooden frame house in North America, and the Dedham Museum & Archive.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Riverdale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverdale, Dedham sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverdale, Dedham over the last 12 months is $697,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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