Riverbank

Riverbank

Located in Stanislaus County

$489,817 Average Value
$315 Average Price per Sq Ft
65 Homes For Sale

Reprieve in the Central Valley

Its slogan is "the city of action," but Riverbank is more like a slow-moving suburban center. This city features a local retail scene and recreation along the Stanislaus River. Its convenience keeps residents from traveling to Modesto, a metropolitan area roughly seven miles south. With a population of 25,000, Riverbank is a reprieve off the beaten path of cities in the Central Valley with vibrant festivals and charming neighborhoods.

The City of  Riverbank is a quiet community located in the San Joaquin Valley.
The City of Riverbank is a quiet community located in the San Joaquin Valley.
The City of Riverbank has vibrant festivals such as the Bike Rodeo Safety Fair.
The City of Riverbank has vibrant festivals such as the Bike Rodeo Safety Fair.
Large murals can be found throughout the City of  Riverbank.
Large murals can be found throughout the City of Riverbank.
The City of Riverbank which sits along the Stanislaus River slogan is
The City of Riverbank which sits along the Stanislaus River slogan is "The City of Action".
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Shady palm tree neighborhoods and jobs at Gallo Winery

While some parts of the city feel like a desert oasis, others resemble a lush jungle. Mediterranean, Stucco Craftsman and ranch-style homes sit on flat lots with flower gardens under pines and palm trees. At the south end of the city, in the Crossroads neighborhood, houses around 2,000 square feet are in subdivisions near farms and pastures. River Cove is the highest-value neighborhood along the Stanislaus River. The median single-family price is about $505,000. While prices are nearly $100,000 more than the national average of $406,000, houses are more affordable than the average prices statewide. "Quite a few people are moving to Riverbank," says Ian Wilbur, an area local and Realtor at HomeSmart PV & Associates in Modesto. When we started developing in 2016, a three-bedroom sold for $275,000. Now that same plan goes for $500,000."

Riverbank residents can reach some of Modesto's largest employers. E & J Gallo Winery, one of the world's largest wine producers, is headquartered in the area. Del Monte Foods and Stanislaus Foods are also popular food-manufacturing employers. While Riverbank does not have an emergency room, Doctors Medical Center and Memorial Medical Center provide healthcare to the region.

The City of  Riverbank is home to several areas of large custom homes.
The City of Riverbank is home to several areas of large custom homes.
Decorative fences line several of  the yards in the City of  Riverbank.
Decorative fences line several of the yards in the City of Riverbank.
Craftsman inspired homes dot the neighborhoods of the City of Riverbank.
Craftsman inspired homes dot the neighborhoods of the City of Riverbank.
Stucco style homes are found throughout the City of Riverbank.
Stucco style homes are found throughout the City of Riverbank.
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Dual language immersion and AVID for college education

The Riverbank Unified School District earns a B-minus grade from Niche with about 3,000 students. The district serves three elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. One school is the Riverbank Language Academy, which has a dual immersion curriculum with Spanish and English. The Advancement via Individual Determination (AVID) program allows students to tour college campuses.

California Avenue School in the City of  Riverbank has great educational options.
California Avenue School in the City of Riverbank has great educational options.
Crossroads Elementary School in the City of Riverbank is a great public school option.
Crossroads Elementary School in the City of Riverbank is a great public school option.
Cardozo Middle serves students in the City of Riverbank community.
Cardozo Middle serves students in the City of Riverbank community.
Riverbank High School offers students an excellent education in the City of Riverbank.
Riverbank High School offers students an excellent education in the City of Riverbank.
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Downtown pizzerias and locally owned markets

Riverbank's commercial areas are gaining popularity, such as the Riverbank Crossroads, a shopping center with chain restaurants and department stores. Downtown Riverbank has become a bustling district with shops and eateries. Casual Mexican restaurants, pizzerias and Italian bistros are options for dining. Cost Less Food Company is a downtown supermarket, and locally owned grocery stores are common. "We have nice little cafes and markets downtown, and the Crossroads shopping center is the big draw," Wilbur says.

Pizza Plus offers the best pizza in Downtown area of the City of Riverbank.
Pizza Plus offers the best pizza in Downtown area of the City of Riverbank.
Have a meal at
Have a meal at "Get Toasted" in Downtown area in the City of Riverbank.
Riverbank Crossroads is a major retail center in the City of Riverbank.
Riverbank Crossroads is a major retail center in the City of Riverbank.
Snow White is a iconic locally owned fast food eatery in the City of Riverbank.
Snow White is a iconic locally owned fast food eatery in the City of Riverbank.
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Riverbank Cheese and Wine Fest and Downtown Market

Live music and local vendors animate Santa Fe Street with dancing, live music and savory sampling at the Cheese and Wine Festival, with gourmet cheese and world-class wine on 3rd Street each October. "It celebrates all things cheese and wine, and this is the 47th annual festival," says Virginia Still, Administrative Clerk for Riverbank's Parks and Recreation Department. Food trucks are active at the Riverbank Downtown Market, which has homemade gifts and produce on Tuesday evenings during the summer. "The city planners have worked hard to create a community environment where there are always things to do," Wilbur says.

Welcome to the Riverbank Wine and Cheese Festival in downtown City of Riverbank.
Welcome to the Riverbank Wine and Cheese Festival in downtown City of Riverbank.
The City of Riverbank's Farmers Market is where the locals go for farm to table produce.
The City of Riverbank's Farmers Market is where the locals go for farm to table produce.
Have a bite to eat at Food Truck Friday in the City of  Riverbank.
Have a bite to eat at Food Truck Friday in the City of Riverbank.
Get dunked at the the Founders Day Festival in the City of Riverbank.
Get dunked at the the Founders Day Festival in the City of Riverbank.
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River rafting and swimming holes at Jacob Myers Park

Known for its riverside access, Riverbank offers premier nature parks. Jacob Myers Park has sprawling playgrounds and a gazebo picnic area. Those seeking adventure can use the boat access and raft down the Stanislaus River. Rainbow Fields provides six ball fields, some of which are night-lit. Riverbank Community Center organizes various programs like yoga, art and swimming lessons.

Enjoy the water at the Stanislaus River at River Cove in the City of  Riverbank.
Enjoy the water at the Stanislaus River at River Cove in the City of Riverbank.
Welcome to Jacob Myers Park in the City of Riverbank.
Welcome to Jacob Myers Park in the City of Riverbank.
Spend time on the banks of the Stanislaus River in the City of Riverbank.
Spend time on the banks of the Stanislaus River in the City of Riverbank.
The City of Riverbank has several parks for the your family to enjoy.
The City of Riverbank has several parks for the your family to enjoy.
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StanRTA and Route 99 to Stockton Metropolitan Airport

The Stanislaus Regional Transit Authority (StanRTA) is the local bus system, giving residents an alternate route to nearby cities. California State Route 108 weaves through the northern reaches of Riverbank, connecting to State Route 99, a highway about 15 miles west. Modesto is about 7 miles south, while Stockton is roughly 30 miles north. The Stockton Metropolitan Airport offers domestic flights to cities like Atlanta, Denver and Phoenix.

Low crime rates with a Mediterranean summer climate

According to the FBI's crime data explorer tool, the city experiences lower violent crime rates than U.S. and statewide averages. Property crime is also low, although it is more on par with the national average. Riverbank has a Mediterranean climate, with cool winters, hot summers and heat waves during the summer.

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Riverbank Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$515,000
Median Sale Price
$503,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$510,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
222
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$5
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$315

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
65
Months of Supply
3.50

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 21
    11am - 2pm

    4230 Sierra St, Riverbank, CA 95367

    $569,950

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,857 Sq Ft
    • 4230 Sierra St
    • New 8 days ago

    ASSUMABLE 5.5% INTEREST LOAN!!! SOLAR WITH BATTERY BACKUP!!! DOWNSTAIRS Bed and bath! Just a few awesome features of this Riverbank home! Gorgeous security door for summer breeze as you enter this turn key home. Living room is open to a gorgeously updated kitchen. Backyard is elegant and low maintenance with turf and stamped concrete for your backyard BBQs. Plantation shutters throughout.

    Brian Brazeal RE/MAX Executive

Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Riverbank Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
24,734
Median Age
35
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$85,283
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,038

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
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