Riverside
Neighborhood in Greenwich, Connecticut
Fairfield County 06878
Charming New England colonials and modern homes
Wandering through the quiet streets, canopied by tall oaks, an array of architecture greets the eye, from stately New England colonials to sleek, modern designs and the occasional Tudor with exposed beams and stone accents. “There are beautiful homes on a little more land. Everyone really keeps up their homes,” Epand says. As residents walk or drive through Riverside, they’ll notice pristine landscaping with rounded shrubbery and bright blooms. The neighborhood is one of the most expensive in Connecticut, as the average household income is far above the rest of the state, and the median selling price is around $2.2 million. Most properties were built in the mid-to-late 20th century, and prices for all single-family homes start around $800,000. Cottages and Colonial Revivals cost between $1 million and $3 million, while Tudor Revivals or classic Nantucket shingle homes start around $4 million. Occasionally, sprawling contemporary estates go on the market for anywhere between $6 million and $16 million.
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Coastal outtings at Greenwich Point Park
Binney Park is a public green space with a pond encircled by a walking loop with benches for waterside strolls and relaxing picnics. Kids kick soccer balls around the park’s sports fields, and residents meet for tennis and pickleball matches at the tennis courts. “You’ll see lots of kids out on the Riverside school’s playground on the weekend when school isn’t in session,” Epand says. The Riverside Yacht Club is a members-only organization with a marina for sailing enthusiasts, and the nearby Greenwich Point Park offers walking trails where locals can watch the sunset as waves lap against the rocky coast. The park also has a sand beach for swimming and enjoying views of the Long Island Sound.
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Riverside schools earn A-plus ratings
Students attend schools that all earn A-plus ratings from Niche. Kids start at Riverside Elementary School and progress to Eastern Middle School. Greenwich High School, which Niche ranks as the fourth best public high school in the state, serves older students. The high school encourages student engagement with over 300 courses and extracurricular activities. Students can join clubs that focus on creative writing, architecture appreciation, foreign languages, investments and more.
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Community support for the Riverside Run
School PTAs play an active role in the community. Every May, the streets are filled with residents of all ages running a three-mile trail through Riverside, while neighbors line the streets to cheer them on during the Riverside Run, a fundraiser to support local PTA programs. The PTA also honors service members with a Veterans Day celebration on the Riverside School lawn. Binney Park also has an Independence Day fireworks display. Locals enjoy proximity to Greenwich for large-scale events, like the Greenwich Town Party, a ticketed music festival with food, local vendors and kid-friendly activities. Past town party performers include Billy Joel, the Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Residents can drive about 4 miles southwest to take advantage of other Greenwich activities. “There’s a ferry that takes you out to Island Beach, that’s fun in the summer. You can just spend the day exploring the island and swimming, and they have a snack bar out there,” Epand says.Commuter rail to New York City
“There is a train station stop in Riverside, so it’s commutable to New York,” Epand says. The New Haven line on the Metro-North Railroad takes residents to Grand Central Station in about an hour. Interstate 95 is close by for those who prefer to drive 40 miles southwest to New York City. The rest of the neighborhood is comprised of peaceful residential streets — though many don’t have sidewalks, Epand says it’s not uncommon to see people biking or walking their kids to school.
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Upscale Italian fare from Tony's at the J House
East Putnam Avenue is a commercial corridor where locals find reliable chains and a few elevated eateries. Mornings start with brunch at CFCF Coffee, a café serving avocado toast, pancakes and iced lattes. In the afternoon, Sushi Soba serves fresh sushi rolls and soba noodle soup in a trendy, modern setting. Tony’s at the J House is an Italian Steakhouse, and Valbella is another upscale Italian restaurant serving pasta and filet mignon. Balducci's is a specialty grocery store that carries a wide selection of wine, cheese and organic produce, but residents can drive a mile north to shop at ShopRite, a larger supermarket. Locals often drive east to Old Greenwich or west to downtown Greenwich for additional restaurants and shopping. Downtown, there are boutiques and retailers like J. Crew and Aritzia, and the Stamford Town Center, which is 3 miles northeast, is packed with stores like Macy’s, Sephora and Target.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Andrew Smith
Andrew Smith
Houlihan Lawrence
(914) 825-4166
16 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$801K - $1.2M Price Range
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Kevin Stone
Kevin Stone
Sotheby's International Realty
(914) 745-7902
15 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$5,000,000 Price
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Jane Jones
Jane Jones
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(475) 258-7083
36 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$2,260,000 Price
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Allen Vetrosky
Allen Vetrosky
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(475) 258-7572
12 Total Sales
3 in Riverside
$1.6M - $5.2M Price Range
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Urs Klarer
Urs Klarer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 268-1377
97 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$1,390,000 Price
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Dannel Malloy
Dannel Malloy
Responds QuicklyNestSeekers International
(475) 252-8113
87 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$865,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Bible Street Playground
Bush-Holley Historic Site and Visitor Center
Cos Cob Park
Binney Park
Rosa Hartman Park
Edward Schongalla Nature Preserve
Greenwich Point Park
Transit
Airport
Westchester County
19 min drive
Train
Riverside Station
Bus
E Putnam Ave & Sheephill Rd
Bus
E Putnam Ave & Neil Ln 1
Bus
Sound Beach Ave & Old Greenwich Ln
Bus
E Putnam Ave & Riverside Ave
Bus
E Putnam Ave & Neil Ln 2
Bus
Sound Beach Ave & Manor Rd
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside, Greenwich sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Greenwich over the last 12 months is $3,090,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$3,135,000
Median Sale Price
$3,090,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,230,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$915,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$876
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,250
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,978
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,559
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,614
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
400
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 212 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,111
Median Age
41
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$242,424
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$229,971
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
84.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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