Riverside
Suburban Neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware
New Castle County 19802
Victorian-style townhomes built in the 1930s
This suburban neighborhood is comprised of subsidized apartments and Victorian-style townhomes. Built in the 1930s, most houses here have been recently renovated to feature modern interiors and appliances. Rowhomes with bay windows and narrow walkways can be found on 22nd Street. Around the corner on Vandever Avenue, there are more Victorian-style townhomes with fenced-in front porches. A renovated three-bedroom townhome in Riverside usually lists between $100,000 and $150,000. In 2023, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development dedicated $50 million to the revitalization of northeast Riverside. Imani Village on Todd Lane is a brand-new mixed-income rental community and the first of many redevelopment projects in the neighborhood.
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Free fresh produce at the Kingswood Community Center
The Kingswood Community Center is more than just the average rec center. Since 1946, it has been an essential part of the Riverside neighborhood, providing free food, quality childcare and other critical resources for residents. Featuring twelve raised plant beds, the community garden stocks the center’s community refrigerators with fresh produce that residents can take home for free. Kingswood Community Center offers an early learning academy where children ages one to five learn basic skills and concepts so that they are prepared for kindergarten. The center offers similar before and after-school programs for older children in the community as well. Only 3 miles away in downtown Wilmington, River Walk Park offers a waterfront walking trail where locals come to watch the sunset and grab a meal at one of the many restaurants along the Christiana River.
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Dual-enrollment classes at William Penn High School
Riverside students attend schools in the Colonial School District of New Castle County. For kindergarten through fifth grade, children may go to Wilmington Manor Elementary School, which received an overall C-plus grade on Niche. With an overall C on Niche, McCullough Middle School is where students go for sixth through eighth grade. Here, they have opportunities to write for the school newspaper, serve on the student council and join the Business Professionals of America Club. In ninth grade, Riverside teens can transition to William Penn High School, which was rated an overall B on Niche. In partnership with local universities, this school offers a dual enrollment program where students can take college classes for a fraction of the cost.
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Easy city commute by bus or car
The DART is an intermodal transit system connecting Riverside with the rest of Delaware and nearby cities, including Philadelphia. While this transportation service is available, most Riverside residents rely on their cars for travel. Bordering the northwest side of the neighborhood, US Route 13 is a major highway that runs the entire north-south length of Delaware. Towards the east, Interstate 495 separates Riverside from the city landfill and waste management facility. Residents can take this major highway to access the Philadelphia International Airport and ChristianaCare Christiana Hospital. The Edgemoor railyard and Wilmington’s asphalt plant are fewer than 2 miles away, and residents say the trains can get loud at times.
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Waterfront dining across Brandywine Creek
Riverfront Wilmington is a downtown area along the Christina River with plenty of waterfront dining options. Here, Big Fish Grill is a popular restaurant serving freshly caught seafood, juicy steaks and flavorful pastas. Nearby, Constitution Yards is a seasonal beer garden with a traditional American menu and a wide selection of craft beers. On Fridays and Saturdays, residents enjoy listening to live music with friends at this local hot spot. On Governor Printz Boulevard, the Quick Food Mart and Deli is a local corner store serving mouth-watering breakfast sandwiches and fresh Philly cheesesteaks. With no grocery stores in the neighborhood, this small market provides Riverside with groceries and household items. In the Bellfonte neighborhood, Merchants Square is a small shopping strip with the local Food Lion and Big Lots. On Northeast Boulevard, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar provide residents with bargain groceries and other basics.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Octavia Williams
Octavia Williams
Century 21 Gold Key Realty
(302) 208-6653
126 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$75,000 Price
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Bobby Carter
Bobby Carter
Responds QuicklyCrown Homes Real Estate
(302) 216-4178
95 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$55,000 Price
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Barry Godfrey
Barry Godfrey
Home Finders Real Estate Company
(856) 276-0520
230 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$135K - $150K Price Range
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Dennis Ezeogu
Dennis Ezeogu
English Realty
(302) 231-0363
48 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$63K - $155K Price Range
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Logan Kidwell
Logan Kidwell
Monument Sotheby's International Realty
(302) 729-8785
13 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$110,000 Price
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Talia Sama
Talia Sama
Compass
(302) 309-9985
53 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$150,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Brandywine Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Brown/Burton/Winchester Park
Brandywine Playground
Johnston Park
Pine Street Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside, Wilmington sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside, Wilmington over the last 12 months is $94,000, down 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$131,500
Median Sale Price
$94,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$131,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$112
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
75
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,132
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,238
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,246
Median Age
22
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
48%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,984
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$37,538
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
54.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 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.
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