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Riverside Heights is a growing community near downtown Tampa
Riverside Heights has seen a transformation over the past few years, from early-20th-century properties to contemporary ones about 2 miles from Downtown Tampa. “I’ve been living there since I was four years old,” says Realtor Louis Pullara with Frank Burns Realty, Inc. “I’ve seen Riverside Heights grow.” Pullara is not the only one who has noticed the area’s growth, with average home values increasing at a higher rate than the rest of the Tampa Metro Area. The neighborhood has several parks and is close to many restaurants, meaning residents have options on how to spend their days.
Riverside Heights is a wonderful, small community near downtown Tampa.
Duran Park, in Riverside Heights, has a shaded playground.
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Contemporary homes mixed with condos and early-20th-century houses
Red brick roads, canopied by live oaks and palm trees, fill the northern part of Riverside Heights. Tropical landscaping decorates grassy green lawns that stretch to the curb, and properties along the Hillsborough River have private docks. Bungalows, ranch styles and Craftsman homes are common, with the oldest built in the 1920s. There are a lot of contemporary houses, many of which were built after 2020. “We’re seeing an influx of new builders coming into the neighborhood and buying up all the old houses and putting up big homes,” Pullara says. Prices generally range from $250,000 to $800,000, with a median price of $630,000. New construction can start at $900,000, climbing as high as $2.4 million. Condos are also available, with a two-bedroom unit costing $265,000 to $410,000.According to FEMA, there is a very high risk of hurricanes. Part of the neighborhood is in a FEMA-designated flood zone, where most mortgage lenders require flood insurance. “Riverside Heights is up real high, so we don’t have much flooding at all,” Pullara says. “There are some houses that sit on the river that do not require flood insurance because they sit up so high.”
Modern style homes in Riverside Heights are becoming more popular.
The shaded residential streets are a welcome sight in Riverside Heights.
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Hillsborough County public and private schools serve Riverside Heights
Hillsborough County Public Schools serve Riverside Heights. The district offers open enrollment for its magnet and career and technical education programs. Graham Elementary School receives a C from Niche, while Madison Middle School scores a C-plus. Students can enroll in the International Baccalaureate magnet program at Hillsborough High School, which earns an A-minus. Private schools in the area include Villa Madonna Catholic School, which is unrated by Niche. “I have two daughters; they both went there,” Pullara says.
Hillsborough High was built large with the idea that the students would not outgrow it.
Graham Elementary welcomes students to learn.
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Plymouth Park is one of several parks in the neighborhood
There is no shortage of parks in Riverside Heights. Live oaks dripping with Spanish moss shade the playground at Duran Park, which also features a baseball field and basketball court. For most of the year, Plymouth Park is a grassy recreation space with a playground in the middle. On Halloween, the park is flooded with people trick-or-treating. “Thousands and thousands of people set up tables and give out candy,” Pullara says. “And the costumes the kids come out with are unbelievable. You can really see how many kids Riverside Heights has now.” Plymouth also hosts small concerts throughout the year. Freedom Park is a smaller park in the northern part of the neighborhood with a walking trail. The Franciscan Center is a retreat center and spiritual space that hosts summer camps, women’s clubs and prayer retreats. St. Elizabeth Convent is a retirement community for the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany on the grounds.
Welcome to Duran Park, a fun destination for children, adults, locals, tourists, and beyond.
There are walking paths at Freedom Park in the Riverside Heights neighborhood.
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Restaurants, stores and entertainment options are within 3 miles
Riverside Heights’ location means there are countless eateries to choose from within a 3-mile radius. “Riverside Heights has a little bit of everything, at least with restaurants nearby,” Pullara says. One of Pullara’s recommendations is La Teresita, which serves Cuban food. Lee’s Grocery is known for its pizza counter, where specialty pizzas include the ‘Hanging Garden,’ a veggie pizza. At Armature Works, people can dine at one of over 20 eateries like Zukku Sushi and attend events like movie nights, yoga and artisanal markets. Residents head downtown for shows at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and the Glazer Children’s Museum. Sprouts is one of the closest grocery stores, and a Publix is coming to the area by the end of 2025. Walmart, Target and Home Depot are about 3 miles away.
La Teresita Restaurant is a Tampa staple and has been around for many years.
The Straz Center for the performing arts is enjoyed by residents in the Heights area.
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Locals walk, bike, drive or take the bus
Some parts of the city, like Downtown Tampa and the Riverwalk, are walkable or bikeable from the neighborhood. “You see a lot of people riding their bikes in Riverside Heights,” Pullara says. He also says people will take their boats downtown. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard connects with Interstate 275. There is also a bus route along that road, managed by the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority. Tampa International Airport is only about 5 miles away. Several medical facilities are within a 5-mile radius, including Advent Health, Tampa General Hospital and Kindred Hospital Central.
The Riverwalk is a popular place for Heights residents to exercise.
Public transportation is an easy option for residents of the area.
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Parks in this Area
Phillips Park
Trails
Plymouth Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Duran Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Riverside Garden Park
Playground
River
Freedom Park
Trails
Calvin Taylor Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Tampa International
13 min drive
Bus
Armenia Av & Virginia Av
Bus
Columbus Dr & Howard Av
Bus
Howard Ave & Kathleen St
Bus
Columbus Dr & Ridgewood Av
Bus
Columbus Dr & Howard Ave
Bus
Columbus Dr & Fremont Av
Bus
Columbus Dr & Myrtle Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riverside Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverside Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside Heights, Tampa sell after 121 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside Heights, Tampa over the last 12 months is $569,492, up 103% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,209
Median Age
45
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,295
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,557
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
45.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
73.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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