Riverside Park Houses for Sale

Riverside Park in New Bedford is an evolving neighborhood centered around its namesake park, which has become a key attraction since its opening in 2005. The park, located along the Acushnet River, features a turf soccer field, basketball court, playground, skate park, and 170 community garden plots managed by Groundwork SouthCoast. Nearby, the Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens offer six acres of botanical beauty and historical significance, with free admission from sunrise to sunset. The neighborhood is characterized by early 20th-century multi-story cottages on smaller lots, with some areas shaded by mature trees. Riverside Park's proximity to Interstate 195 allows for easy travel to Cape Cod, 50 miles east, and downtown New Bedford, just 2 miles south. The area is poised for improved connectivity with the anticipated MBTA light rail system, which will eventually link New Bedford to Boston in 90 minutes. Local amenities include a Market Basket for groceries and a Walmart 3 miles east in Fairhaven. Dining options feature Antonio’s, known for its Portuguese-influenced seafood dishes. The neighborhood is served by New Bedford Public Schools, with Carlos Pacheco Elementary, Keith Middle, and New Bedford High School, though parents may also consider the highly rated Tabor Academy. St. Anthony of Padua Church caters to the local Catholic community.