Riverside
Suburban Neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana
Marion County 46202, 46208
Pre-war homes joined by an increasing number of new builds
Almost three-quarters of homes here were built before 1939, and the styles still exude the neighborhood’s historic essence. The single-family homes that line the streets in Riverside run on the smaller side, says Van Braeckel, with traditional ranch-style houses, American Foursquares and bungalows the most common. Homes are typically under 2,000 square feet and range between $100,000 and 325,000. There is also a growing influx of contemporary custom houses built on established lots since 2020. These newer houses sell for between $205,000 and $375,000.
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Riverside Park is the heart of the neighborhood
Riverside Park is one of the highlights of the Indianapolis park system. The expansive park features a boat launch, playground, playing fields, tennis complex, basketball courts, indoor aquatic center, outdoor waterslides and splash pad. “You’ll see many people barbequing and hanging out in the park,” Van Braeckel says. “And it’s a hidden gem for pickleball since there aren’t many places to play in Indianapolis." The nearly 5-mile-long White River Trail runs alongside the park. The park’s Thomas Taggart Memorial Amphitheater is home to the Indianapolis Shakespeare Company. There are also two golf courses that hug the riverfront – South Grove Golf Course in Riverside, and Coffin Golf Course just across the river.
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Herron-Riverside High a top-rated Indiana charter school
Parents have multiple school options in Riverside. Global Prep Academy at Riverside 44 is an English and Spanish bilingual kindergarten through eighth grade school with faculty members from 17 different countries. Global Prep receives a C-minus rating on Niche. Cold Spring School serves K-8 students with a STEM focus, and also earns a C-minus. Liberty Grove School at Elder Diggs 42 is an unrated IPS charter school for grades K through 6. C-plus rated Crispus Attucks High School, known for being the alma mater of NBA legend Oscar Robertson, is the nearest IPS high school. A-minus-rated public charter school Herron-Riverside High is in the neighborhood. Herron-Riverside is the No. 3-ranked charter school in Indiana. Two colleges are also just outside the neighborhood – Marian University is just across the White River to the west, and IU Indianapolis is just across Fall Creek to the south.
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Only 3 miles from the Indianapolis 500
Riverside is 3 miles away from Indy’s biggest annual event: the Indianapolis 500. Held on Memorial Day weekend, the race brings more than 300,000 fans to Indianapolis Motor Speedway in suburban Speedway each year, making it one of the largest single-day sporting events in the world.Close to Interstate 65 road trips
The northern edge of the neighborhood is less than a mile from Interstate 65, although it is slightly more than a mile to the nearest ramp off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street. I-65 leads 150 miles northwest to Gary, where it connects with I-90 and I-94 to Chicago. Eskenazi Hospital and Riley Hospital for Children are each just across Fall Creek from the neighborhood. Indianapolis International Airport is about 12 miles from Riverside. Like much of Indianapolis, Riverside is primarily a car-dependent neighborhood. However, public transportation is available with IndyGo bus stops along Harding Street.
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The AMP food hall re-energizes neighborhood
New shops and restaurants in Riverside also bring new life into the neighborhood. “A lot of effort is being put into reviving the social scene,” Van Braeckel says, noting that the 16 Tech Innovation District in the south end of the neighborhood is especially a growing hub. The cluster of buildings that makes up the 50-acre community is home to residential, commercial and co-working spaces. Its culinary heart is The AMP, a food hall and an artisan marketplace that features local vendors like Bull Grill Handmade Burgers and The Food Architect Natural Drink and Sea Moss Bar. Another local favorite for dining and gathering is Guggman Haus Brewery, which Van Braeckel says is a place many folks, including herself, enjoy. “They just have the best food and beers in a super family-friendly and puppy-friendly spot.” A downtown Kroger location, nearly 3 miles away, is one of the closest grocery stores.
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Churches a common sight in Riverside
Faith plays an important role in the lives of many Riverside residents. There are more than a half-dozen houses of worship in the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Scott White
Scott White
@properties
(844) 898-0053
166 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$225,000 Price
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Harlon Wilson
Harlon Wilson
Home Real Estate Solutions, LL
(855) 691-4556
37 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$92K - $126K Price Range
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Paula Smith
Paula Smith
Responds QuicklySmith Family Realty
(855) 962-4690
190 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$52,000 Price
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Monique Bledsoe
Monique Bledsoe
True Property Management
(877) 850-5149
90 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$125,000 Price
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Troy Durbin
Troy Durbin
Coldwell Banker - Kaiser
(317) 820-2251
102 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$224,900 Price
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Jessica Green
Jessica Green
CityPlace Realty
(463) 217-3504
53 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$70K - $75K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Riverside Regional Park
Watkins Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Major Taylor Skate Park
- Skateboard
Bertha Ross Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Rev Mozel Sanders Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Playground
Belmont Beach
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside, Indianapolis sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Indianapolis over the last 12 months is $184,900, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$202,500
Median Sale Price
$184,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$190,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$180,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
79
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
32%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,573
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1928
Months of Supply
3.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,417
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,134
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,531
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
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Thursday, Jun 198am - 7pm
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Sunday, Jun 2211am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,115 - $1,761 per month
- Stadium Lofts & Flats
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 535+ Sq Ft
- 1501 W 16th St
- Indianapolis, IN
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$1,075 - $2,557 per month
- Vanguard at 16 Tech
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 1410 Breedlove Ln
- Indianapolis, IN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,687
Median Age
33
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,343
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,812
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
% Population in Labor Force
63.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 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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