Riverview
Suburban Neighborhood in Mesa, Arizona
Maricopa County 85201
Tubing and rafting on the Salt River
Proximity to the Salt River means there’s always something to do outside in Riverview. Locals head to the river to go whitewater rafting or relax in tubes in the river’s calmer areas. Others launch boats on the river or fish for local trout. The Salt River Walking Path offers miles of scenic walking, while Riverview Park has a playground for children. The park also has a stocked fishing pond and shaded play areas to block the intense Arizona sun. For an indoor workout, residents visit Esporta Fitness. Golfers head to Mesa Country Club, while others take advantage of the club’s tennis courts and swimming pool.Eating on the patio at Parilla Los Picos
Locals and visitors looking for authentic Mexican food go to Parrilla Los Picos. This rustic restaurant has patio seating with scenic views of the mountains in the distance. The Woodshed II is a sports bar with plenty of baseball memorabilia on the walls, including jerseys, photos and autographed bats. It’s an ideal spot to watch a game on TV and eat classic bar fare like chicken wings and potato skins. S&J Produce has a full selection of fresh fruits and vegetables and authentic Mexican products. For a more expansive grocery selection, Fry’s and Safeway both have locations off Main Street. Walmart sits off Rio Salado Parkway. There is plenty of retail, including a Home Depot and Bass Pro Shop off Highway 202, and the area is home to Cinemark Mesa 16, showing all the newest movies.Driving down Highway 101
To get around town, locals can hop on the Valley Metro, which has frequent stops along N. Alma School Road. Drivers can use Highways 101 or 202 for quick access to Interstate 10. “The two highways have far less traffic than most bigger roads in the area, and they are easy to get around,” says Ostermeyer. Phoenix is about 15 miles away, and Scottsdale is about 7 miles north.Ranch-style homes and townhouses
Single-family ranch-style homes in Riverview cost between $320,000 and $545,000 depending on size, while townhouses range between $115,000 and $290,000. A small number of large homes in gated communities can cost up to $1 million. “Factoring in the location and all the dining and entertainment, these prices are gems,” says Ostermeyer. Most homes are ranch-style builds with Craftsman influences from the 1970s that were renovated over the past few years. There are not many natural lawns in the neighborhood; instead, residents tend to utilize rock landscaping. Homes have private driveways, and some have garages for off-street parking. People walk their dogs down wide sidewalks, and nearby Highways 101 and 202 create some noise. Renters make up just over half the population in Riverview.Students are involved at Westwood High
Children head to Mesa Public Schools, beginning at Whittier Elementary, which holds a B-minus rating on Niche and is noted for its diverse student population. The next stop is Carson Junior High, which has a C-plus rating. Westwood High School has a B-plus grade, and students pack the stands for sporting events. “Each volleyball match, there’s a large student turnout, and they always have a theme,” says Deb Lee, athletics administrator at Westwood High. “Earlier this year, they did a pool party theme, and everyone wore swimsuits and had floaties and goggles on. It’s really fun.”
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Riverview Park
- Lake
- Playground
- Waterpark
Evergreen Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Whitman Park
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Playground
Lehi Sports Park
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Esquer Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Washington Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverview | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverview, Mesa sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview, Mesa over the last 12 months is $364,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$382,950
Median Sale Price
$364,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$292,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$242,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
93
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$265
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,193
Number of Homes for Sale
43
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
5.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,604
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,187
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,052
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
638
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 148am - 7pm
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$949 - $1,295 per month
- Mark at 87 Apartments
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 708 N Country Club Dr
- Mesa, AZ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
14,459
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,082
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,613
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.3%
College Graduates
25.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.4%
% Population in Labor Force
74.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
104°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 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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Cozy enclave with great proximity to Downtown Mesa
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West Enders
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Park Center Place
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