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Economical, established community adjacent to downtown and the 215 Freeway
Eastside is within easy reach of everything from golf courses to botanic gardens to art museums. Adjacent to the historic downtown district, it’s close to the University of California-Riverside and 11 miles from San Bernardino. Founded in 1870, this is one of the oldest and largest neighborhoods in Riverside. The diverse community is more affordable than nearby areas like Canyon Crest or North Riverside. “The main draw here is going to be affordability. It’s great for first-time homebuyers,” says Katie Aaron, a Realtor with Keller Williams Corona with 20 years of experience. “It’s close to public transit and downtown attractions like the Mission Inn. It has great freeway access.”
Overview of the Eastside neighborhood located in Riverside, CA.
A sprawling aerial view of the Eastside neighborhood.
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A mix of housing styles in one of Riverside’s oldest neighborhoods
The neighborhood has a mix of housing from different decades, and more people rent than own. Midcentury houses mingle with contemporary designs along straight, gridded streets dotted with trees. The homes sit on moderately sized lots with lawns of varying sizes, and pockets of the community reflect the blue-collar neighborhood the area was when citrus workers built houses here in the early and mid-1900s. “Many of these homes are midcentury raised-foundation bungalows. They’ve been remodeled over the years, and some have additions,” says Aaron. Homes sell for an average price of $522,000 after 30 days on the market. Midcentury bungalows range from $435,000 to $765,000, while more contemporary homes sell between $650,000 and $1.2 million.
This craftsman-style home in Eastside features a sturdy fence for safety and privacy.
Some homes in Eastside have nice front yards for children to play in.
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Eastside residents are always close to a public park
Eastside has several green spaces of various sizes. Bobby Bond Park is a sports complex with spaces for football, baseball, soccer and swimming. The park even has a 14,000-square-foot skate area with rails, ramps and grind bars. The space is also home to the Cesar Chavez Center, a community building with a gymnasium and rooms available for rent. There’s also the Johnny Martin Sotelo Youth Opportunity Center. It’s dedicated to helping youth from 14 to 22 finish high school and gain employment. Bordwell Park has walking trails, open spaces and a baseball field. A playground and basketball courts flank the Stratton Center, a community space with senior programming throughout the week. Lincoln Park is a smaller space with a playground, walking path and towering palms scattered among the shade trees. Victoria Club Golf Course is a member-only country club making up the neighborhood’s southern border.
Multiple sports are available at the Bobby Bonds Sports Complex within Bobby Bonds Park.
Play a round of golf at Victoria Club in Eastside.
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Highly rated schools with specialized programs
Opened in 1890, Niche B-minus-rated Longfellow Elementary is one of Riverside’s first schools. It operates an after-school enrichment program with interactive learning, games and art projects. B-rated Matthew Gage Middle offers seventh graders an AVID class to prepare them for college and careers. A-minus Polytechnic High is the city’s oldest school. It has 19 advanced placement courses, 12 college preparatory classes and a selection of specialized programs. UEI College-Riverside is located at the eastern edge of the community. This trade school provides technical certifications and diplomas for healthcare, mechanical trades and criminal justice. Students only have a short drive to Riverside City College and the University of California-Riverside.
Enter Polytechnic High School through its welcoming entrance.
Efficiently manage student pickup and drop-off at Gage Middle School's designated entrance.
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Diverse houses of worship
Riverside has numerous cultures that’ve made marks on the city, as evidenced by the Chinese Pavilion just across the 215 Freeway. It’s no surprise then that Eastside is an incredibly diverse neighborhood. It’s less than two miles from Temple Beth El, Riverside Faith Temple, the Islamic Center of Riverside and the Tien Jean Buddhist Temple.
Relax by the pool at the historic Mission Inn located near Eastside.
Check out the latest exhibits at the Riverside Art Museum near Eastside.
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Easily getting around the San Bernardino Valley
There are plenty of ways to get around Eastside. The area is very walkable, with plentiful sidewalks, and bike lanes run down many of the neighborhood’s streets. There’s also a choice of public transportation, with several bus lines and a Metrolink train stop that takes people to San Bernardino or Arlington. The community’s most significant roadways include University Avenue, 14th Street and Chicago Avenue. It’s also near the intersection of California Highway 91 and Interstate 215, making access to both simple. Riverside Community Hospital is 1.5 miles west, and the Ontario International Airport is 18 miles away.
Eastside residents can enjoy easy access to the interstate, making committing a breeze.
Eastside residents have convenient access to the I-91 and I-215 freeways.
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Cultural attractions, diverse cuisines and multiple markets
Eastside has a selection of grocers, with stores like New Market, La Tapatia Market and La Michoacana Daily Grocery providing pantry staples and household items. Locals can dine in a trolley car at the Old Spaghetti Factory or in a historic Union Pacific Railroad Depot at El Patron Downtown Riverside. The Mexican restaurant is housed in a 1904 building and serves delicious street tacos and handcrafted cocktails. Riverside Food Lab lies just across the Riverside Freeway from Eastside. This friendly food court hosts over a dozen stations serving innovative, artisanal takes on vegan cuisine, Middle Eastern food and craft cocktails. The Lab is close to the Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture. The latter is known as ‘The Cheech’ and showcases how Chicano art and culture have influenced Southern California and Riverside. Housed in a former 1929 YMCA building, the Riverside Art Museum was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It features diverse permanent and rotating exhibits and offers art classes for every age group.
D'Elias Grinder is a popular sandwich shop in the Eastside neighborhood.
Food4Less in Eastside offers a wide variety of fresh produce.
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Earthquake and wildfire risks
Eastside faces the risk of wildfires and earthquakes. The city is near several active fault lines, so quakes are somewhat common. Wildfires are also somewhat frequent, and high winds and extreme temperatures can complicate the fast-moving blazes. To combat these natural disasters, Riverside ensures buildings are up to current construction standards, flammable materials are kept away from homes and residents are enrolled in an earthquake early warning system.
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Parks in this Area
Dario Vasquez Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Bobby Bonds Park and Sports Complex
Baseball/Softball
Football
Pool
Patterson Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Lincoln Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
North Park
Trails
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Bordwell Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Ontario International
26 min drive
Train
Riverside-Downtown
Bus
Chicago Fs Ohio
Bus
Martin Luther King Opp. Douglas
Bus
Third Fs Dwight
Bus
Victoria Ns Cridge
Bus
University Ns Ottawa
Bus
Victoria Ns Regent
Bus
University Fs Chicago
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.430 Reviews
3.0Niche User
7/7/2015Niche Review
I live in this area because of school but if I could go somewhere else I would. Parking is horrible some places are overcrowded and in other areas it is not very populated. Stores are a far drive and roads need to be fixed.
3.0Niche User
4/23/2016Niche Review
Visibility of police is good if that makes you feel better.
2.0Niche User
9/26/2015Niche Review
The overal experience in this area wouldn't be the best. The general atmosphere is gangsters walking around feeling like they have ownership of certain streets. I personally wouldn't want to live hear.If I had the opportunity to move into a more calm neighborhood I would feel a lot more safe than i do in my current one. I would have to rank this area a 65%. There could be more to do but the places are too far from the city.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eastside
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Eastside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastside, Riverside sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Eastside, Riverside over the last 12 months is $555,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
17,984
Median Age
31
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,222
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,557
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
65.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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