Why Live in Riverview
Riverview in Waterloo is characterized by its expansive green spaces, notably the Riverview Recreation Area, which offers amenities like an ATV park, picnic areas, a boat ramp, and a fishing pond. The area is popular for activities such as running, biking, dirt biking, fishing, and kayaking. Wildlife, including various bird species, white-tailed deer, and geese, is abundant. The neighborhood features minimal traditional and one-and-a-half-story cottage homes, typically around 880 square feet, with one or two bedrooms. These homes are older and smaller, providing ample yard space often used for gardens, sheds, or parking small campers and boats. Gravel driveways and narrow streets contribute to the rural ambiance. Riverview is driver-centric, with no public transit, sidewalks, or bike lanes, and is bordered by US 218. Dining options include the local favorite Jassie's Café and several popular establishments in nearby downtown Waterloo, such as Big Head Burger, The Brown Bottle, and SingleSpeed Brewing Co. Downtown Waterloo, just blocks away, is experiencing significant growth with numerous events throughout the year, including My Waterloo Days and Iowa’s largest Irish Fest. Shopping and dining along East San Marnan Drive are a short 2-mile drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverview a good place to live?
Riverview is a good place to live. Riverview is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Riverview is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Riverview has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $68,922 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 43.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Riverview are home owners, with 37.3% of residents renting and 62.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Riverview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Riverview neighborhood guide.
Is Riverview, IA a safe neighborhood?
Riverview, IA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Riverview?
The median home price in Riverview is $96,250. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.77%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $21K a year to afford the median home price in Riverview. The average household income in Riverview is $69K.
What are the best public schools in Riverview?
The best public schools that serve Riverview are:
- West High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Hoover Middle School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Bunger Middle School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
What are the best private schools in Riverview?
The best private schools that serve Riverview are:
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Home Trends in Riverview, IA
On average, homes in Riverview, Waterloo sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverview, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $81,500.
Median Sale Price
$81,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$81,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$130
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$96,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
17%