A well-connected, luxurious community in Greenwich
A mostly residential section of the affluent town of Greenwich, Riverside is a community of about 9,000 people that’s known for its luxurious suburban atmosphere. Primarily built on a peninsula that juts out into the Long Island Sound, Riverside has stately homes on quiet, tree-lined streets. “You’re going to run into your neighbors as you’re walking to school, and you’ll start to see familiar faces,” says Megan Epand, a real estate agent with Houlihan Lawrence who grew up in Greenwich. Many residents actively participate in the local PTA, which fosters a close, well-connected community in Fairfield County.
Waterfront homes in Riverside are some of the largest and most private gated-access homes.
Binney Park in Riverside is excellent for people of all ages and sizes.
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Comfortable Colonial Revivals and high-end coastal estates
Classic New England homes with pristine landscaping are on quiet streets throughout Riverside. “There are beautiful homes on a little more land. Everyone really keeps up their homes,” Epand says. Properties range from Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals to sprawling Tudor Revivals and shingled coastal estates. The median sale price in Riverside is $2.5 million, which is far beyond the national median. Since it’s a coastal community, properties in Riverside can face a moderate to severe risk of flooding.
Homes along the water are privileged with stunning views in Riverside.
Old world craftsmanship and historic colonials are common in Riverside.
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Local parks and waterside recreation on the Long Island Sound
Public green spaces in Riverside have walking trails, sports fields and playgrounds. “You’ll see lots of kids out on the Riverside school’s playground on the weekend when school isn’t in session,” Epand says. The community also has the Riverside Yacht Club, a members-only organization with a marina and social activities. Residents are only a couple of miles from the beaches that line the Long Island Sound, where they can go fishing or swimming.
Riverside offers stunning waters on a nice day to float into the sunset.
Greenwich Point Park is the place to watch sailboats, birds, and smell the flowers on the beach.
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Restaurants on East Putnam Avenue, designer shops on Greenwich Avenue
Chain restaurants and elevated locally owned eateries are along East Putnam Avenue in Riverside. Here, residents also find a couple of supermarkets for groceries. Greenwich Avenue, located at the heart of downtown Greenwich, is where shoppers go for designer shops, high-end restaurants, art galleries and local boutiques. The Avenue is about 5 miles from Riverside. Big box stores are about 3 miles to the east, in Stamford. The Greenwich Hospital, which is part of the Yale-New Haven Health system, is about 4 miles west of Riverside.
There is no better place for fresh sushi in Riverside than at the Greenwich Fish Company.
Applausi Osteria is famous for its fresh pasta and Italian cuisine.
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Community support in Riverside and town-wide festivals in Greenwich
Much of Riverside is family-oriented, and school PTAs play an active role in the community. Every May, residents of all ages participate in the Riverside Run, a three-mile race that benefits local PTA programs. Locals often go to downtown Greenwich for more activities, like the highly anticipated Greenwich Town Party, a music festival with food and local vendors; residents must enter a lottery to score tickets. Residents can drive about 4 miles southwest to take advantage of other Greenwich activities. “There’s a ferry that takes you out to Island Beach, that’s fun in the summer. You can just spend the day exploring the island and swimming, and they have a snack bar out there,” Epand says.
The bright art installation welcomes you to Tony's and the JHouse in Riverside.
Joe Studio has a colorful display of fresh sweets in Riverside.
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Riverside schools earn A-plus ratings
Kids are zoned to Greenwich Public Schools, which serves about 8,500 students throughout Greenwich and scores an A-plus rating from Niche. Greenwich High also scores an A-plus and is ranked as the fourth-best public high school in the state. High school students have over 350 classes to choose from, including 32 Advanced Placement courses.
Riverside School is conveniently located on Hendrie Avenue in Riverside.
Eastern Middle School serves students in grades 6-8.
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Commuter trains go to downtown Greenwich and New York City
Quiet, residential streets make up much of Riverside — though many don’t have sidewalks, Epand says it’s not uncommon to see people biking or walking their kids to school. CTtransit operates buses along U.S. Route 1, and Riverside has its own train station, where commuters board Metro-North Railroad’s New Haven line to travel to New Haven or New York City. The train also stops in other popular Greenwich areas, like Cos Cob and downtown. Interstate 95 also runs through Riverside; the route takes drivers about 40 miles to Midtown Manhattan. LaGuardia Airport, about 32 miles southwest of Riverside, is the closest major airport. Many residents work at the financial institutions and hedge fund offices near downtown Greenwich. Others commute to New York City, as midtown Manhattan is about 35 miles from the community.
Lower-than-average crime scores in Riverside
Riverside's CAP Index score is 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national score of 4.
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On average, homes in Riverside, CT sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, CT over the last 12 months is $2,798,017, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Discover the perfect blend of modern luxury and thoughtful design in this 6-bedroom, 7.2 half-bath home with room for a pool tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Riverside. Just steps from top schools, transportation, parks, and Old Greenwich village, this 6,500 sq. ft. residence spans four finely crafted levels, offering ultimate convenience and comfort. The main level impresses with soaring 10+
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CHARMING 1 BEDROOM+ APARTMENT IN THE HEART OF THE RIVERSIDE SECTION OF GREENWICH. IN THIS GREAT LOCATION YOU ARE CLOSE TO THE PARKS, THE LIBRARY, SHOPS AND THE BEACH. THIS APARTMENT OFFERS A LIVING ROOM, 1 BEDROOM, AN OFFICE/DEN, A SHARED WRAP AROUND PORCH AND A PRIVATE BACKYARD. HEAT AND HOT WATER ARE PAID BY THE LANDLORD. THIS APARTMENT IS READY FOR YOU TO MOVE IN OCTOBER 1ST AND ENJOY ALL THAT
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Nestled on a desirable cul-de-sac in Old Greenwich, this newly updated and refreshed Colonial is perfect for everyday living and entertaining.The main level offers a sun-filled living room with fireplace, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and powder room. A screened porch w/ built-in Weber gas grill provides the ideal spot for family meals or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three
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