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Living in San Angelo's cowboy-friendly Riverside
Located on the north side of San Angelo, Riverside is bounded by the highly trafficked U.S. Route 87 and the northern dam of the North Concho River. Although the neighborhood sits next to what appears to be a large lake, the area’s climate and landscape aren’t conducive to the presence of abundant water. “We’re not entirely flat, as we’re part of the southern edge of the rolling plains,” says Carl White, San Angelo’s Parks and Recreation Director. “But we could use a dump of water. We were awarded the ‘Fickle Finger of Fate’” from Laugh-In because the lake burned,” he adds, referring to the 1970s sketch comedy show. The particular incident that earned San Angelo that dubious honor was in 1970, when the dried grass at the bottom of the empty O.C. Fisher Reservoir caught on fire, thus the “burning lake” component. Humor aside, Riverside embraces a traditional ranching lifestyle, and industrial wholesalers and other farming retailers line the highway that make up much of the neighborhood. The area hosts the annual San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo, a city staple. In addition to having an old-school West Texas attitude, most residents identify as Hispanic. Local art, eateries and educational institutions celebrate this Hispanic cowboy culture.
Cowboy Church combines gospel music with a Western soul.
Riverside blends laid-back living with ranch-style charm.
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Annual San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo and local Lily Fest
Riverside is home to the highly anticipated San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo, held annually at the local fairgrounds. The event, which includes a carnival among its other cowboy-themed events, brings in more than 150,000 visitors. “You have people of all different ages showing their cattle and other livestock. And then people of all walks of life selling their goods and crafts,” White says. “Picture a regional state fair with carnival food, games and rides. The rodeo and stock show portion provide a lot of scholarships for the kids.”
About 3 miles south of the fairgrounds is the International Waterlily Collection, which also draws a sizable crowd for Lily Fest. “After the 1936 flood, they did a bunch of rock work and added a reflection pond that was converted into a waterlily pond,” White says. “Kenneth C. Landon was a hybridizer who made the collection what it is today. There are temperate and tropical waterlilies, the temperate kind being smaller and low-to-the-water and the tropical kind growing taller and the size of a dinner plate. The primary season to see them is September, which is when the festival is.” Lily Fest is a free family-friendly event with food and drink vendors.
Local eateries, art centers and churches on Chadbourne
Warehouses, farm equipment shops and small convenience stores pepper both Route 87 and Chadbourne Street. Residents can head to Riverside’s south side to run errands at Walmart and grab food from several fast-food eateries and local Mexican restaurants. El Rincon De San Miguel is a popular option, with colorful decor and a taco bar. Nearby, Ice House is a small neighborhood bar. “Also in this area, The Chicken Farm Art Center is an old motel that was converted into an artist's living space and studio,” White says. “It’s open all week. You can get handmade pottery, paintings and copper art pieces. And next door is the fanciest restaurant in town called The Silo.” Only open on the weekends, Roots at the Silo offers a rotating seasonal menu of upscale Southern comfort food.
Centrally located on Chadbourne Street, San Angelo Cowboy Church is a Western rancher-themed church where cowboy hats are welcomed and murals of horse-riders and scriptures adorn the walls. The church hosts family-friendly cowboy-themed events, including riding, racing and roping round-ups.
Riverside’s ranch-style homes sit on an acre or two
Situated between the busy U.S. Route 87 and the business-lined Chadbourne Street are Riverside’s ranch-style homes of varying sizes spaced far apart from neighbors. Homes ranging from quaint 1,000-square-foot houses to more sprawling 2,000-square-foot structures might sit on an acre or two off straight, unmarked streets. Price tags generally range from $130,000 to $300,000. Buyers can also purchase land, from a half-acre for $30,000 to 2 acres for $50,000. Houses located farther from the highway are classified as “quiet” or "calm" on Soundscore, which measures how loud an area is due to environmental factors.
Riverside homes are built with West Texas character, quaint to roomy.
Riverside homes usually have a spacious garage or a big backyard.
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Recreation at Kirby Park, San Angelo State Park and Riverside
Kirby Park is Riverside’s local park, situated on the neighborhood’s south side. Popular features include a playground, a street hockey rink, a skate park, a walking trail and fishing access in the North Concho River, which feeds into O.C. Fisher Reservoir. “The dam and lake were created to keep the city from flooding after the major floods in the ‘30s and ‘50s. The water’s only at 5% capacity. It’s so low that the boat ramps don’t even go into the water, and it’s been like that since I’ve been here,” White says. The lake sits next to San Angelo State Park, which provides 7,700 acres of camping sites and trails, including a child-friendly Dinosaur Trail. “It’s as cool as it sounds because you don’t expect it. It’s in an intermittent stream bed, with foot imprints that have been preserved,” White says. “There’s also a small herd of longhorn cattle and buffalo on the north side of the lake. But the state park is mostly popular for the 50 miles of equestrian, biking and hiking trails.”
Riverside also provides golf and social gatherings at the Riverside Golf Club. The semi-private club features an 18-hole course and a grill that some members boast is the best in town.
Riverside Golf Club welcomes golfers to an 18-hole public course.
Kirby park has paved paths great for walking or taking your wheels out.
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Hispanic-serving public schools and Angelo State University
Students living in Riverside are served by the San Angelo Independent School District, which receives a B rating from Niche. Starting at Goliad Elementary School, which receives a C-plus, students can progress to Lincoln Middle School, which holds a C, and then Lake View High School, which has a C-plus. The high school’s track team has won several state championships, and the football team has won many district championships. About 77% of the student body identifies as Hispanic, and the school celebrates their culture through unique student clubs like Mariachi Band.
Angelo State University, or ASU, is located just south of Riverside. The university has been designated as both a Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education and a Military Friendly School by the Military Friendly organization since 2010. Part of the Lone Star Conference, ASU has 15 NCAA Division II sports teams and an especially successful softball team. The institution has renowned programs of study in business and health studies, and the Carr Academic Scholarship supports incoming freshmen with a high school GPA of at least 3.0 and qualifying ACT or SAT scores.
Highways 87 and 67 connect residents to West Texas
Commuters can access U.S. Route 87, commonly called Highway 87, which intersects with U.S. Route 67 less than a mile south of Riverside. The highways diverge in all four directions, connecting residents to other parts of West Texas. For those without a vehicle, Concho Valley Transit services the area. There are six fixed routes, including routes for both the ASU campus and Goodfellow Air Force Base. For more distant travel, San Angelo Regional Airport is a 15-mile drive south.
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Transit
Airport
San Angelo Regional/Mathis Field
25 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riverside
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside, San Angelo sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, San Angelo over the last 12 months is $350,990.
Charming and Move-In Ready! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 1,700 sq ft of comfortable living space on a spacious corner lot. Featuring two living areas—including a large den with wood-burning stove—this home is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. recent upgrades include a new roof, AC unit, electrical panel, water heater, flooring, front door, security screen door, and garage
Welcome to 3313 Adrian St. This home is conveniently located in a quant neighborhood near Walmart, and several San Angelo hot spots for a great night out. It has recently been completely remodeled, featuring brand new roof, countertops, lighting fixtures, toilets, vanities, laminate wood flooring in the living areas, and new carpet in the bed rooms, a relaxing covered patio, new microwave and
Great move in ready 3 bedroom 2 bath home that will go FHA/VA. Split bedroom arrangement. Abundant storage throughout. Nice sized living room with a wood burning fireplace. Fresh paint inside and out. Located convenient to shopping, medical, and local parks. The owners pride shows in the care of this home.
Sean RicheyAssist2Sell, Buyers & Sellers Real Estate
The Resort at Riverside is located in North San Angelo across from the Riverside Golf Course and the City of San Angelo Ball Parks. It is conveniently located close to schools, shopping centers, the San Angelo Coliseum, public transportation stops, and minutes away from the Goodfellow Air Force Base. It also has easy access to US Hwy 87 for convenient downtown activities.
Available now! No Carpet, Vinyl wood plank flooring throughout, recent interior paint and ceiling fans, build in oven and cooktop. Conveniently located to shopping and restaurants.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,809
Median Age
38
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,648
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,421
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
15.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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