$940,881Average Value$211Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A convenient, comfortable community
The Orange County housing market can be tough for first-time home buyers, which makes Santa Ana's budget-friendly Riverview neighborhood an appealing option for many. "This is a really nice neighborhood, especially if you're a first-time home buyer because the prices are more affordable here than in other Santa Ana neighborhoods, plus a lot of the homes have that midcentury, low profile look to them. Sort of like Cliff May homes. If you like that architectural style but can't afford something that's a million and a half dollars, this is where to look," says Sarah Covarrubias, Realtor with Seven Gables Real Estate. "If I was a first-time home buyer, I would buy here." The neighborhood is just 2 miles from Downtown Santa Ana, and residents also have easy access to Garden Grove and the city of Orange.
Riverview has a variety of single-level ranch or bungalow homes.
Riverview families can attend little league games at Riverview Park.
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Midcentury ranch-style homes
Nearly all the homes in Riverview's residential north side were built in the 1950s. Many have been renovated to include modern appliances and open floor plans. Short driveways often lead to two-car garages, and while lot sizes run a bit small compared to other parts of Orange County, there is still plenty of room for manicured front yards and backyard patios. Most homes offer between 1,100 and 1,500 square feet of space and typically sell for $610,000 to $802,000. That said, it can be hard to find homes for sale in the neighborhood, as residents tend to stick around once they've moved into the neighborhood.
Some homes in Riverview have vibrant landscaping and tall trees.
You'll find a few split-level homes in Riverview.
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Santa Ana Public Schools
The neighborhood's public schools, overseen by Santa Ana Unified School District, are generally considered solid options, though they're not as highly rated as those in nearby Garden Grove. Santiago Elementary K-8 and Santa Ana High School both have B-minus grades on Niche. Santa Ana High is the oldest and largest high school in Orange County and offers dual enrollment college-level courses through Santa Ana College, a community college located immediately south of Riverview. The college provides comprehensive workforce training programs for nurses, medical personnel, firefighters and law enforcement.
Santa Ana High School is the oldest and largest school in Orange County.
Santiago Elementary in the Santa Ana Unified School District
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Riverview residents can utilize public transportation to take them where they need to go.
Getting around Orange County
Public transportation in the area is overseen by the Orange County Transit Authority. Multiple bus routes run along 17th Street on the south side of the neighborhood, connecting Riverview to Downtown Santa Ana, Garden Grove and the City of Orange. The Santa Ana Metrolink station is also just 2 miles from the neighborhood.
Most Riverview residents rely on private transportation, though. Interstate 5 links the neighborhood to Anaheim and Irvine, both roughly 10 miles from the neighborhood. State Highway 22 connects the neighborhood to Long Beach, a 20-mile drive from Riverview.
Riverview Park
Nine-acre Riverview Park features trails, athletic fields and a small playground, making it a popular spot for family outings and community events. Just north of the park, River View Golf Course is a public 18-hole course rated "Best Value in Orange County" by the Orange County Golf Guide. The park is also bordered by the Santa Ana River Trail, a popular cycling route that runs 30 miles from Huntington Beach all the way to San Bernadino County.
Riverview Park has plenty of open green space for picnics or sports and recreation.
Riverview Park has a playground that children will enjoy.
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Bristol Shopping Center
Bristol Marketplace, the sizeable retail hub at the neighborhood's southern end, is home to a selection of major retailers, including Target, Big 5 Sporting Goods, and supermarket Smart & Final Extra. Additional shopping options can be found in Downtown Santa Ana and MainPlace Mall, which are both a 2-mile drive from the neighborhood. Old Towne Orange, which is regularly voted Orange County's best downtown by the Orange Country Register, is just 3 miles from Riverview.
There are several popular low-key restaurants in and around the neighborhood, including Boy's Hamburgers #6 and El Rincon Chilango. For more diverse dining options, residents typically head to Old Towne Orange or central Santa Ana, where they can choose from dozens of different highly rated eateries offering cuisines from all over the globe.
Smart & Final Extra! in Riverview has fresh produce at affordable prices.
Panda Express in the Bristol Marketplace is a go-to spot for comfort Chinese food in Riverview.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Riverview Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Fairview Triangle Habitat Restoration
Bike Trails
Trails
Edna Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Morrison Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
El Salvador Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Memory Lane Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
13 min drive
Bus
17Th-Bristol
Bus
17Th-College
Bus
Bristol-Santa Clara
Bus
17Th-Bristol Market Place
Bus
17Th-English
Bus
Bristol-Bristol Marketplace
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riverview
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverview, Santa Ana sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview, Santa Ana over the last 12 months is $429,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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River House Apartments is a pet-friendly community in beautiful Santa Ana, CA. We offer spacious one and two bedroom apartments with custom cabinetry, energy-efficient appliances, and more to make your life at River House as comfortable as possible. Residents of our apartment community have access to our top-of-the-line amenities, including a resort-style pool and spa, fitness center, playground,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,622
Median Age
35
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,969
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,066
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
