Riverwalk
Suburban Neighborhood in Reno, Nevada
Washoe County 89501, 89503
Condos overlook the river while bungalows and cottages cluster to the west
High-rise and mid-rise apartment buildings and condo complexes, many built in the 1960s and 1970s, overlook the Truckee and hug 1st Street, which parallels the river. Bungalows, craftsman houses, Queen Ann and Tudor cottages and a Mission Revival home or two cluster between Keystone Avenue and North Arlington Avenue. Small but tidy lots are fronted by sidewalks, and the river and its leafy northern bank are just a few steps from most homes. House prices range from $405,000 to $808,000. Condominiums start at $200,000 and run to about $850,000. About 80% of the neighborhood rents. With tourists taking selfies by the oversized art, rafters bouncing through rapids and laughter rippling from patios, the vibe is festive, but it’s not a 24-hour party. The casinos a few blocks north take care of that. The CAP Index crime score for Riverwalk is 7 out of 10, which is higher than the U.S. score of 4. Robbery, burglary and car theft rate a 9.The Truckee Riverwalk Trail connects with other parts of town
The Truckee Riverwalk Trail doubles as the neighborhood's doorstep. This multi-use trail rolls east-west beside the river and links several of the district's nine parks. Kayaks, rafts and inner tubes bounce down rapids and drop into pools punctuating the ½-mile-long Truckee River Whitewater Park. It’s easy to drop into the river from shore and join the floating fun, but water levels and safety do vary. It’s easy to watch the action from the flat rocks that hug the river. More adventure awaits in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Lake Tahoe, which are a 40-mile drive from downtown.Reno schools are above average from K through 12
The principal at Hunter Lake Elementary posts a monthly Dean’s Desk report to keep families informed about the latest happenings at school. Niches grade Hunter Lake an A-. No hoodies are allowed at Swope Middle School, which has a dress code. Swope also earns a grade of A-. Students can join a wide range of clubs at Reno High School, which is rated A by Niche. Clubs include pickleball, robotics, LGBTQ+Us, and Young Investors.Locals commune for walking, biking and seasonal pub crawling
Every third Saturday local businesses in the neighborhood host a Wine Walk. Participants buy a ticket then stop by stores and restaurants to sample wine, shop and socialize. River Fest is a three-day party across the Riverwalk District in early June. The event includes an adventure park, a costumed bike ride with music and an enormous cornhole tournament on 1st Street. For seasonal pub crawls – zombie crawl, Santa Crawl – locals are at their costumed best.It’s easy to ditch the car in Riverwalk
Riverwalk is very pedestrian friendly. The Truckee Riverwalk Trail is open to pedestrians and cyclists, and sidewalks link to restaurants, businesses and casinos. Reno is considered bike friendly, with numerous bike lanes, but it can also be dangerous and there have been numerous biking fatalities. Bird scooters are also available to rent. The RTC Arlington/Moana Bus connects Riverwalk with the 4th Street Transit Center.Breezy patios overlook the Truckee River
Residents and local workers can easily stretch their legs by the river. “It’s worth the walk,” says Chris Rose, Partnership Coordinator with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, which has an office just south of Riverwalk. “The park is really nice. People are out there jogging and walking. Under the Keystone Bridge they have a food truck rodeo on Wednesdays called Feed the Camel,” which gives a nod to Hump Day. Popular gathering spots include Hub Coffee Roasters and Dorinda’s, the latter known for its great chocolates and caramels. Fine dining by the Truckee is also an option. “If you go upstream to the shaded area, near Keystone Bridge, you’ve got an upscale bistro, Beaujolais Bistro,” Rose says. “They’ve got a seasonal menu, and we go celebrate there. They've got wild game and seafood.” Downstream, oversized Jenga, cornhole games, big views of the river and cold beer make The Eddy prime digs for a lazy Saturday afternoon.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Becky Patterson
RE/MAX Gold-Midtown
(775) 636-7898
56 Total Sales
1 in Riverwalk
$985,000 Price
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Sarah Carmona Zink
Responds QuicklyReno/Tahoe Realty Group, LLC
(775) 204-7136
36 Total Sales
2 in Riverwalk
$429K - $700K Price Range
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Sandra Gabrielli
RE/MAX Professionals-Sparks
(775) 204-4035
160 Total Sales
1 in Riverwalk
$355,000 Price
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Christi Mercurio
Allison James Estates & Homes
(775) 227-5686
91 Total Sales
1 in Riverwalk
$580,000 Price
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Jordan Ames
eXp Realty, LLC
(775) 402-9871
127 Total Sales
1 in Riverwalk
$550,000 Price
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Timothy O'Brien
Responds QuicklyDickson Realty - Downtown
(775) 451-3831
83 Total Sales
1 in Riverwalk
$415,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverwalk | US |
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Homicide | 5 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
Robbery | 7 | 4 |
Burglary | 7 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
Larceny | 6 | 4 |
Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverwalk Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverwalk, Reno sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverwalk, Reno over the last 12 months is $279,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Very Bikeable
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Walker's Paradise
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