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A growing riverfront neighborhood located 5 miles from Downtown Tampa
Riverbend, a residential neighborhood of Tampa, lives up to its name as its streets rest inside the curve of a major waterway. "It's up and coming, bordered on the Hillsborough River. We live on the river and love it. It's more affordable riverfront than other areas," says Realtor Kevin Hearne, a neighborhood resident for 13 years and board member of the Riverbend Civic Association. The area offers parks, houses on the water and a business district on Hillsborough Avenue that supports a diverse food scene. Locals also enjoy major attractions like ZooTampa and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay within 5 miles of home.
Of course, waterfront living is an option for some in Riverbend.
Dog walkers have a great view in Riverbend!
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Ranch-styles and newer construction are common around these Tampa suburbs
North of downtown Tampa, Riverbend comprises grid-style blocks featuring larger lots with garden beds and diverse single-family homes. Architectural styles include ranch-style homes and larger riverfront homes incorporating Craftsman, farmhouse and Modern architectural features. Much of the newer housing lies on secluded winding roads, and remodeled homes have become more common. "My wife and I have helped raise the bar and renovated the neighborhood," Hearne says. "We did a total gut renovation to a 1950s home. We're planning to build four new homes." Riverbend properties between $300,000 and $400,000 don't last long; most sell within a month of being listed. New builds and recently renovated homes tend to be priced much higher, starting at around $560,000 and as high as $800,000 for those near the Hillsborough River.
A beautiful Farmhouse style home in Riverbend adds to the character of the neighborhood.
Some of the streets in Riverbend have paved sidelwalks.
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Hillsborough County Schools serve Riverbend
According to Niche, the Hillsborough County School District serves area students and earns a B-plus rating. Schools include Oak Grove Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Hillsborough High School. The elementary and middle schools have B-minus and C-plus grades, respectively. Hillsborough High School earns an A-minus grade and offers courses like User Interface Design, Fashion Marketing Essentials and Keyboard.
Oak Grove Elementary School's entrance welcomes students to learn and grow.
Hillsborough High was built large with the idea that the students would not outgrow it.
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Locals enjoy several city parks by the Hillsborough River
At Lowry Park, locals can visit a sprawling city park featuring views of the Hillsborough River from tree-shaded walking paths. The park also has a boat launch and picnic pavilions with grills that people can rent. River Boulevard Park is just over 1 mile south. It features a dog-friendly pathway right next to the Hillsborough River, which offers scenic views of boats and docks amid swaying palm trees and moss-covered oaks. Rome and Sligh Park – within walking distance from most Riverbend homes – accommodates organized youth leagues in baseball, soccer and football on its sports fields. Visitors can also use picnic areas and a playground.
Riverbend Park is a nice place for a walk in Riverbend.
Riverbend is a family friendly neighborhood.
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Small-scale retail hubs and diverse dining near Riverbend
Within 1 mile is La Pequena Colombia, a family-owned restaurant serving classic Colombian dishes like arroz con pollo. The local haunt also has a bakery, an adjacent dance club and an outdoor patio with lush tropical foliage. Other dining options within a 2-mile radius include Rocky's Tacos Tampa, which offers authentic Mexican dishes from a food truck. At La Giraldilla Tampa, a Cuban eatery and pizzeria, patrons can dine in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of booths. For Italian American foods, ABC Pizza House is a longstanding family-owned spot with a casual setting. Fresh produce and groceries can be picked up at the Publix Supermarket at Hillsboro Plaza or Sanwa Farmer's Market, which is close to Ross Dress for Less and Five Below.
The locals of Riverbend come to La Giraldilla often and are greeted by a friendly staff.
The Tacos at Rocky's Tacos in Riverbend are hard to beat!
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Riverbend attractions include an amusement park and zoo
Located off Hillsborough Avenue is United Skates of America, a lively roller rink and arcade. The Creative Arts Theatre puts on artistic and educational performances. The five-person, city-funded professional theatre troupe works out of a small building on Rome Avenue, performing scenes inspired by children's literature at community centers, libraries and schools throughout the region. At ZooTampa at Lowry Park, visitors can see animals like manatees, stingrays and a pygmy hippo. They can also cool off at the splash pad or log flume ride. Busch Garden Tampa Bay is a little over 5 miles east.
The mural for the Creative Arts Theatre in Riverbend conveys the fun spirit of the group.
Informational signage teaches visitors about the animals at Zoo Tampa near Riverbend.
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5-mile commute between Riverbend and Tampa
About 5 miles from Downtown Tampa, residents can drive via Interstate 275 South or take a Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority bus at stops throughout the neighborhood. "It's centrally located. There's an easy commute to downtown, the airport and Busch Gardens," Hearne says. For other travel, residents can access Tampa International Airport. Locals can access immediate medical care at St. Joseph's Hospital in neighboring Plaza Terrace or AdventHealth Carrollwood Hospital, 3 miles west.
A view of Riverbend from the Southeast corner overlooking the HIllsbough Bridge and river.
A quiet neighborhood with a secluded cul-de-sac in Riverbend.
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Tampa's hurricane experience leads city to constantly improve disaster plans
Hillsborough County has a continuous record of being impacted by hurricanes. In 2019, the country revised the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) to improve resources and collaboration following a significant natural disaster. Homeowners insurance may not cover damages due to flooding, and the county encourages residents to utilize the National Flood Insurance Program.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Riverbend Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverbend, Tampa sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverbend, Tampa over the last 12 months is $380,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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