Riverview Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Ontelaunee, Pennsylvania
Berks County 19605
Ranch-style homes from the mid-1900s, with some later development
Riverview Park’s large, grassy lawns are dotted by the occasional tree or shrub, with mid-20th century homes lining either side of the wide streets. This suburban neighborhood offers generous lots ranging from a quarter-acre to a half-acre, with attached, two-car garages. Ranch-style homes are especially common, though some cottages, split-level homes and New Traditional homes from 2000s development can also be found here. Even some new construction homes are continuing to crop up in the area. Home prices start at around $200,000 and can climb to $500,000.
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Neighborhood playgrounds and Schuylkill River views
At the heart of Riverview Park is the Stoudt’s Ferry Playground, a popular hangout for local kids that also features a multi-use field and basketball courts. Laurel Run Creek meanders along the southern end of the neighborhood, flanked by Laurelain Park and Laurel Run Park. Between the two parks are long stretches of walking trails, a playground and athletic fields. Some paths follow the Schuylkill River, with spots to fish or launch a canoe along River Road. More riverfront views can be found at Felix Dam Recreation Area. North of the neighborhood, dog owners take their pups to Jim Dietrich Dog Park to roam the fenced-in area.
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Four Muhlenberg Schools are within a 10-minute drive
Riverview Park is zoned to the Muhlenberg School District, with all four of its schools conveniently clustered together less than 3 miles east of the neighborhood. Muhlenberg Elementary Center is the largest elementary school in Berks County, with over 1,100 students and a Niche rating of C-plus. It serves kindergarten through the third grade, with grades four through six housed next door at the C-rated C.E. Cole Intermediate. Seventh, eighth and ninth graders attend Muhlenberg Junior High, which scores a C grade, and Muhlenberg High rounds out the education of grades 10 through 12 and earns a B-minus. The high school offers the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, which includes aerospace and aviation history courses.
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Across the river from Reading Regional Airport
Downtown Reading is roughly 5 miles south, with multiple nearby highways, including U.S. Route 222, to help residents get around. Although Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority buses do stop nearby, most Riverview Park residents rely on their cars to navigate the area. Reading Regional Airport is just across the Schuylkill River and is best known for housing the Mid Atlantic Air Museum and its annual World War II Weekend, which brings historic aircrafts and reenactors to the museum hangar. However, the nearest airport for commercial flights is Lehigh Valley International Airport, located 35 miles away in Allentown. Healthcare is closer at Reading Hospital in West Reading, also a popular shopping and dining district 7 miles south. Some professionals even commute to Philadelphia, about 65 miles east.Local merchants pack Fairgrounds Farmers Market
Riverview Park is close to a bustling commercial corridor along the highways north of Reading. "This is a huge retail area with everything from big box stores to mom-and-pop shops," Bobeck says. At Fairgrounds Farmers Market, dozens of local vendors fill their stalls with fresh produce, baked goods and artisan wares every Thursday through Sunday. Counter-service eateries such as San’s Asian Food, Country BBQ Corner and Scott’s Hot Spot are among the market’s many merchants. AMC Fairgrounds 10 is right around the corner, with supermarkets such as Target and Walmart close by.Fightin Phils games and scenic railroad rides
Reading-area entertainment also isn’t far, with FirstEnergy Stadium 3 miles south. The Fightin Phils Minor League Baseball team plays in the Northeast Division of the Eastern League as the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. At Reading Outer Station, folks can catch scenic, seasonal train rides along the Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melanie Hughes
Melanie Hughes
Crescent Real Estate
(717) 420-8166
71 Total Sales
1 in Riverview Park
$330,000 Price
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Samantha Miller
Samantha Miller
Responds QuicklyVRA Realty
(484) 799-1410
51 Total Sales
1 in Riverview Park
$263,200 Price
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Jerry Buffa
Jerry Buffa
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(484) 878-3654
148 Total Sales
2 in Riverview Park
$300K - $500K Price Range
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James Gonzalez
James Gonzalez
American Homes Realty Group
(484) 878-3550
29 Total Sales
1 in Riverview Park
$315,000 Price
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Scott Jaraczewski
Scott Jaraczewski
Responds QuicklyIron Valley Real Estate of Berks
(484) 755-3522
220 Total Sales
1 in Riverview Park
$380,000 Price
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Christopher Troxell
Christopher Troxell
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Allentown
(484) 666-3554
237 Total Sales
1 in Riverview Park
$375,000 Price
Schools
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- 10th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 9th
- Public
- K to 3rd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Laurelain Park
Stoudt's Ferry Playground
Reading Crest Park
Pioneer Grove
Laurel Run Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverview Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverview Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverview Park, Ontelaunee sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview Park, Ontelaunee over the last 12 months is $344,950, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$344,950
Median Sale Price
$344,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$344,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,182
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,891
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196
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
3,513
Median Age
47
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,063
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,537
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
31.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.2%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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