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River Chase

River Chase

Neighborhood in Sandy Springs, Georgia

Fulton County 30328

$1,470,001 Average Value
$431 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

River Chase is a tucked-away neighborhood on the Chattahoochee

River Chase is a quiet Sandy Springs neighborhood along the Chattahoochee River with large homes and great views. “The style in the 60s and 70s and even 80s was, put the houses away from the central business district, make it less busy,” says Ariel Baverman, a longtime Sandy Springs resident and Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “These neighborhoods are more tucked away, so you don’t have commercial traffic driving past your house,” she says about River Chase and the surrounding area.

Landscaping offers privacy for River Chase's large homes

There are 160 homes in River Chase, with a median year of construction of 1977. Many homes are more than 5,000 square feet. Many homes are tucked behind luscious trees and high hedges, enjoying plenty of privacy from the road and sidewalks. Some homes have private swimming pools. No single style of architecture dominates River Chase, and buyers can find traditional homes and houses with Tudor influences. “There is a mixture of housing styles,” says Ronda Smith, president of the Sandy Springs Council of Neighborhoods. “Some of them are on the river and enjoy beautiful views from their backyards.” With so few houses, there is not a lot of turnover in River Chase. Houses that do hit the market often list between $900,000 and $2.6 million, and new construction recently listed for $3.4 million.

A-rated public schools with an IB program

Children in the area are zoned for Heards Ferry Elementary School, which has an A on Niche. They then head to Ridgeview Charter Middle School, which has an A-minus. The high school, Riverwood International Charter School, also has an A. The three schools offer International Baccalaureate Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programs. “It’s an amazing school district,” Smith says.

Community tennis courts and a quick drive to Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

River Chase has a clubhouse with a pool and tennis courts for residents. The neighborhood is also close to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and its many hiking and mountain biking trails. The area also has boat launches and picnic areas. The City Springs entertainment district is only 3 miles – or a 10-minute drive – from River Chase. The area includes the 4-acre City Green park, which hosts a weekly farmers market and free summer concerts.

Nearby seafood and a drive to East Cobb for the mall

Shopping and dining options are a short drive away. A small shopping area just south of Interstate 285 is anchored by a Publix grocery store. Baverman says River Chase residents can also easily head to East Cobb, about 8 miles away, and enjoy everything that the Avenue East Cobb mall has to offer, including shopping venues, restaurants, yoga studios and other services. Nearby popular eateries include Porter Brewery Pizza and Ray’s on the River, an upscale seafood restaurant.

Transportation, crime and minimal flooding in River Chase

Interstate 285 is right next to the River Chase neighborhood, providing easy access into Atlanta, about 15 miles south. Heards Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway take residents to downtown Sandy Springs. The CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Though the neighborhood borders the river, locals say flooding is not usually a problem because most houses sit at a higher elevation.

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Transit

Airport

Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International

37 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime River Chase US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,125,000
Median Single Family Price
$2,435,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$431
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Months of Supply
5.10
Median List Price
$2,450,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
159
Median Year Built
1977
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,499
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
32,670

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
493
Median Age
47
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$187,499
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$206,182

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
88%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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