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Mostly renters, but welcoming to homeowners, too
Many landlords are attracted to the homes in Riverside Park for their good condition and rentability due to university and hospital proximity. Though high in renters, homeowners also find the neighborhood a great spot to set down roots in a historic house close to some of East Side Milwaukee's coolest destinations. "It's the kind of neighborhood that has everything a neighborhood should have," says Ibree Stewart, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Metro Realty and Milwaukee native. Students and young professionals can walk and bike to class or work, and all residents can enjoy the beautiful homes, nearby restaurants and standout parks. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee contributes to the area’s high number of college graduates – twice the amount as the national average. The neighborhood is also young, with significantly fewer residents over 65 than average.
Ready to explore the trails of Milwaukee Rotary Centennial Arboretum in Riverside Park.
The Urban Ecology Center in Riverside Park is visited by students throughout Milwaukee.
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Employers and a university within walking distance
Riverside Park is a mile from Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital – Milwaukee Campus and The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The two campuses are major hubs for students and professionals, and Riverside Park's proximity is attractive to commuters who prefer alternatives to cars. The Oak Leaf Trail is a 135-mile paved multi-use trail that passes through the neighborhood and connects to downtown Milwaukee. The trail goes under city streets, so while traveling on the trail, bike commuters need not stop for crossing traffic. Bublr Bikes, Milwaukee’s bike sharing network, has two locations in the neighborhood. Bike lanes are along North Oakland Avenue, North Avenue and East Kentwood Boulevard, the main roads residents use when commuting to the hospital or university. Buses are along every bordering street of the neighborhood, heading to the hospital, university and downtown area of Milwaukee. Milwaukee Fire Station 27 is in the center of the neighborhood, and the noise of emergency sirens is standard.
Go for a sunny afternoon stroll at Riverside Park.
Easy public transportation is available at the edge of Riverside Park neighborhood.
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Wedged between the Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan
The neighborhood's namesake park, Riverside Park, has spaces for softball, football, soccer and track and field events. A large playground, swing set and tennis courts are in the maintained part of the green space, but the natural area of Riverside Park is its main attraction. Right along the Milwaukee River, the heavily wooded part of the park has a mix of paved and natural walking trails, stairs and bridges. Visitors can launch kayaks or canoes into the river and paddle beyond where manmade structures are visible. Milwaukee Rotary Centennial Arboretum is an extension of Riverside Park and is in the neighborhood behind a few industrial manufacturing buildings. Tall grass and wildflowers surround many protected species of trees in the hilly addition.
The Rotary Centennial Arboretum Arch is quite a sight to see.
You can find active tennis courts at Riverside Park.
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Well-maintained, century-old homes
Except for some modern duplexes built in the space left behind by teardowns, the neighborhood's homes date back to 1890s to 1920s. Workers' cottages and simple Victorian homes with tall, A-frame roofs perch on short, steep hills. "The houses may not look modern, but they're very well-maintained," Stewart says. "You can tell the people there care about their properties." Cement steps connect homes to sidewalks shaded by trees as old as the buildings. Most houses in the neighborhood are duplexes, ranging between $240,000 and $470,000. Though less common, a few single-family homes sell between $200,000 and $350,000. Lots are narrow and cramped with off-street parking, consisting of detached garages or gravel patches accessible by alleyways or skinny driveways with small yards with seating areas when space allows.
True to its name, Riverside Park is a waterfront community with a focus on wildlife preservation
Single story homes sit along a sidewalk in Riverside Park.
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High school students can walk to class at Riverside High
Students in Milwaukee can attend any school in the district, and a few options are nearby. Hartford Avenue University School is on the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee's campus and teaches prekindergarten through eighth grade. Frederick J. Gaenslen School is on the other side of the Milwaukee River, in the Riverwest neighborhood, teaching the same levels. Both schools are rated a C-minus by Niche. Riverside High School is at the northern border of Riverside and within a mile walk for every resident. "I only went to Riverside High School for a short time, but Riverside Park is one of my favorite areas because of it," Stewart says. "I didn't live in the neighborhood, so I had to take the bus, and I remember being jealous of the kids who lived nearby and could walk to school." The school is rated a C, offers bilingual classes and focuses its students on college preparation.
Riverside University High School is central to the surrounding neighborhoods.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is with in walking distance of Riverside Park.
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Connecting with nature in a big city
The Urban Ecology Center of Riverside Park is one of three locations in the Milwaukee Metro area that strives to accomplish its moto; "We connect people in cities to nature and each other." The center has classrooms, exhibits and rentable event space. Located right next to Riverside Park, the center utilizes the Milwaukee River regularly and has a kayak/canoe launch into the water. The Three Billion Year Walk at Riverside Park is an interactive walk around the wooded space, stopping by sculptures and pyramids made from the historic rocks of Milwaukee and Wisconsin. The oldest stone, nephrite jade, is thought to be nearly three million years old. Back at the building, visitors can grow plants under grow lights, compost their food waste and climb the three-story rock wall.
Crime
The overall CAP Index crime scores Riverside Park a 6 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4 out of 10. Property crimes rate higher, at a 7 and 8.
A small neighborhood near a range of cuisines
Riverside Park has a few watering holes between the area's duplexes despite its small size. Tess and The Original are restaurants converted from some of the neighborhood's oldest homes. The Original serves upscale American cuisine in an old Victorian duplex with bay windows and a witch's hat turret. Mussels, scallops, and other seafood dishes are popular choices to enjoy in a booth or at a bar with a leather-bound top. A diverse selection of cuisines is at the northeast corner of the neighborhood. Residents can walk to the area for Greek, Thai and East African takeout. A Pick 'n Save is just across the Milwaukee River, and Whole Foods Market is east, by the hospital. River West Plaza and other shopping centers with national chain restaurants, department stores and grocery stores like Walmart and Aldi are along Capitol Drive, less than 3 miles northwest.
The warm interior of Champion's Pub has served Riverside Park for decades.
Visitors come to Tess of Riverside Park for fine dining and a warm atmosphere.
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Parks in this Area
Riverside Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Football
Gordon Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Trails
Pumping Station Playfield
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Caesar's Park
Trails
River
Multi-Purpose Field
Prospect Triangle
Multi-Purpose Field
Pulaksi Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Playground
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
22 min drive
Bus
Oakland & Newberry
Bus
Oakland & Bradford
Bus
North & Newhall
Bus
Oakland & Park
Bus
Locust & Newhall Mb
Riverside Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside Park, Milwaukee sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside Park, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $281,340, down 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautiful Queen Anne style Victorian 3 Family on the East Side w/oversized corner lot is now available. This building is perfect for the right investor or an owner occupant. The entire building has been tastefully updated while preserving the old world Milwaukee charm it has to offer. The 1st floor unit offers 3 bds with a truly one of a kind feel once you walk through the unique foyer
Welcome home to this delightful duplex in an ideal location just blocks from everything! Perfect for an owner occupant as the lower unit will be vacant at the end of August or investor as it is super easy to rent, especially with the 2 off street parking spaces behind the duplex. The upper has a balcony and access to the attic for storage while the lower has a utility/storage room. Both units
Perfect opportunity to own some real estate in the sought after Riverside Park neighborhood. Tranquil setting overlooking the bike path. Quaint backyard with 2 sheds. Enter the 3 season porch that leads to living room, full bath, bedroom and spacious eat in kitchen. Upstairs you'll find 2 more bedrooms. Come make this your home.
Property Id: 2038129Available 8/1/25 or 9/1/25$400 OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENTSunny upper duplex located on the East Side. Close to Riverside Park and one block from Oakland Avenue with lots of restaurants, great bars and nightlife! Hardwood floors, large eat-in kitchen, private entrance and shared backyard. $1295/ month, security deposit required, no utilities included. We will
Leasing Agent Dylan: - 3 Beds - 1 Bath - We pay for water/sewer/trash - Stove and fridge included - Sorry no pets - Call or text Dylan to set up a showing [Tier 3 Description]• 500 Minimum Credit Score• Combined net monthly income (take home pay) of 2.5 times the monthly rent• No open or ongoing judgements for money in the last 2yrs totaling over
Great spacious 3 bedroom unit, first floor, lots of natural light. Floors have been newly refinished, shown in pictures with no furniture. Tons of room and perfect east side location. Close to tennis courts, bus stops, restaurants and bars, as well as a Walgreens near by. 1 mile from UWM campus.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,126
Median Age
30
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,781
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,730
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
64.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.5%
% Population in Labor Force
79.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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