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River Mountain is a top-ranked Little Rock neighborhood
River Mountain is ranked as the No. 1 neighborhood in Little Rock to purchase a home by Niche. And with good reason. The picturesque community is surrounded by rolling hills, rivers and miles of trails to explore. In addition, residents here enjoy proximity to shopping and downtown Little Rock. “It’s conveniently located and a close-knit community, so people become family with their neighbors and never want to leave,” says Tamra McMahon, an executive broker with RE/MAX Elite Conway Branch, who’s been selling homes in the area for 5 years.
The River Mountain neighborhood is in West Little Rock.
Downtown Little Rock is an easy commute with multiple travel options from River Mountain.
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Paddle the Little Maumelle River at River Mountain Park
To experience River Mountain’s natural beauty residents head to River Mountain Park. Located on River Mountain Road, the park backs up against the Little Maumelle River and features a boat launch and a collection of hiking and mountain biking trails. Conner Park, on Cantrell Road, has about thirty acres to explore, including a fishing pond and playground. And just 6 miles northeast, there’s the sweeping Pinnacle Mountain State Park. The 2,300-acre park on Pinnacle Valley Road hosts 22 miles of trails and is best known for its namesake landmark, Pinnacle Mountain, which boasts river and downtown Little Rock views from its summit.
The Two Rivers Park boat ramp allows for both motorized and non-motorized boaters to launch.
Fishing at the Conner Park lake is a daily activity for some River Mountain residents.
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River Mountain’s curb appeal
Homes in River Mountain were primarily built from the 1970s to the modern day. The neighborhood features a variety of housing styles, including ranch homes, split-levels and contemporary homes with two-car garages. “Most houses are older but many of them have been well maintained or upgraded,” McMahon says.
Properties typically rest along wide, sidewalk-free streets and offer spacious grassy lots adorned by mature trees. The average sale price hovers around $400,000. A 1,500-square-foot home with 3 bedrooms could be found for $250,000, while a four-bedroom, with 5,500 square feet of living space might fetch more than $1 million.
Homes throughout River Mountain accommodate the steep terrain associated with the neighborhood.
Of many unique home styles in River Mountain is this colonial revival with an overhang.
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Join the Pleasant Valley Country Club
Golfers can spend their free time putting around at the nearby Pleasant Valley Country Club, an area mainstay since 1968. Members of the private club on Pleasant Valley Drive have access to a 27-hole championship golf course, a pool, tennis courts and fine dining with lake views.
Residents of River Mountain enjoy visiting Pleasant Valley Country Club.
Flowers brighten the atmosphere throughout River Mountain.
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Pleasant Ridge Town Center serves as a hub for shopping and dining
At Pleasant Ridge Town Center in the neighborhood’s northeastern corner, residents can get their grocery shopping done at The Fresh Market, go dress shopping at Belk, or stop in for happy hour at Bar Louie.
The shopping center also hosts a variety of eateries, including local favorite Santo Coyote for classic Mexican fare. Capers, on Cantrell Road, is the go-to spot for upscale dining, ranging from gourmet burgers to filet mignon, and its wine selection has been recognized as one of the top 10 in Arkansas by Wine Spectator magazine.
River Mountain residents can pick up groceries at The Fresh Market.
River Mountain is home to the Pleasant Valley Town Center shopping and dining destination.
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Hall STEAM Magnet High School preps students for the future
Public school students may attend Don Roberts Elementary, Pinnacle View Middle and Hall STEAM Magnet High. Part of the Little Rock School District, the schools earn A-minus, B-plus and C Niche grades. Hall STEAM Magnet offers students the opportunity to take college classes through its partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Front entrance of Roberts Elementary School in Little Rock, AR.
If you live in the area your children may become scholars at Hall High School.
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River Mountain is 11 miles from downtown Little Rock
River Mountain is largely car dependent. However, residents have convenient access to Interstate 630, making for an easy 11-mile drive east to downtown Little Rock and its many amenities, including the Little Rock Zoo and the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. For a trip out of town, Clinton National Airport is 15 miles away along the same stretch of highway.
River Mountain is located just west of Interstate 430 in northwest Little Rock.
Conner Park and it's small lake is an easy hiking destination just across from River Mountain.
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Crime and Safety
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River Mountain
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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River Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Mountain, Little Rock sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in River Mountain, Little Rock over the last 12 months is $375,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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