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Riverview Park

Riverview Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Ontelaunee, Pennsylvania

Berks County 19605

$338,059 Average Value
$157 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Suburban living along the Schuylkill River

Aptly named for its location along the Schuylkill River, Riverview Park is a collection of post-World War II housing developments on the western side of Muhlenberg Township. This quiet, residential area offers sturdy ranch-style homes on moderately sized lots 5 miles north of Downtown Reading. "I believe what draws people here is easy access to highways, an established corridor of commerce and the preservation of open green spaces," says Jim Bobeck, Muhlenberg Township manager. Waterfront parks are within walking distance of some homes, and nearby entrances to U.S. Route 222 make exploring the rest of the region a breeze.

Ranch-style homes from the mid-1900s, with some later development

Riverview Park’s large, grassy lawns are dotted by the occasional tree or shrub, with mid-20th century homes lining either side of the wide streets. This suburban neighborhood offers generous lots ranging from a quarter-acre to a half-acre, with attached, two-car garages. Ranch-style homes are especially common, though some cottages, split-level homes and New Traditional homes from 2000s development can also be found here. Even some new construction homes are continuing to crop up in the area. Home prices start at around $200,000 and can climb to $500,000.

Riverview Park offers single family homes on spacious lots.
Riverview Park offers single family homes on spacious lots.
Riverview Park is a quaint hamlet in Reading PA.
Riverview Park is a quaint hamlet in Reading PA.
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Four Muhlenberg Schools are within a 10-minute drive

Riverview Park is zoned to the Muhlenberg School District, with all four of its schools conveniently clustered together less than 3 miles east of the neighborhood. Muhlenberg Elementary Center is the largest elementary school in Berks County, with over 1,100 students and a Niche rating of C-plus. It serves kindergarten through the third grade, with grades four through six housed next door at the C-rated C.E. Cole Intermediate. Seventh, eighth and ninth graders attend Muhlenberg Junior High, which scores a C grade, and Muhlenberg High rounds out the education of grades 10 through 12 and earns a B-minus. The high school offers the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, which includes aerospace and aviation history courses.

Muhlenberg Elementary Center serves some Northeast Reading  students in grades K-3.
Muhlenberg Elementary Center serves some Northeast Reading students in grades K-3.
Muhlenberg Junior High serves some of Northeast Reading's students in grades 7-9.
Muhlenberg Junior High serves some of Northeast Reading's students in grades 7-9.
Muhlenberg High School serves some of Northeast Reading's students.
Muhlenberg High School serves some of Northeast Reading's students.
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Neighborhood playgrounds and Schuylkill River views

At the heart of Riverview Park is the Stoudt’s Ferry Playground, a popular hangout for local kids that also features a multi-use field and basketball courts. Laurel Run Creek meanders along the southern end of the neighborhood, flanked by Laurelain Park and Laurel Run Park. Between the two parks are long stretches of walking trails, a playground and athletic fields. Some paths follow the Schuylkill River, with spots to fish or launch a canoe along River Road. More riverfront views can be found at Felix Dam Recreation Area. North of the neighborhood, dog owners take their pups to Jim Dietrich Dog Park to roam the fenced-in area.

The Schuylkill River is the river you will be viewing from Riverview Park.
The Schuylkill River is the river you will be viewing from Riverview Park.
There's a Disc Golf Course in Riverview Park at Laurelain Park.
There's a Disc Golf Course in Riverview Park at Laurelain Park.
Laurel Run Park is located at 3025 River Rd, Reading, PA 19605.
Laurel Run Park is located at 3025 River Rd, Reading, PA 19605.
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Fightin Phils games and scenic railroad rides

Reading-area entertainment also isn’t far, with FirstEnergy Stadium 3 miles south. The Fightin Phils Minor League Baseball team plays in the Northeast Division of the Eastern League as the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. At Reading Outer Station, folks can catch scenic, seasonal train rides along the Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad.

Route 61 Diner has been a staple in the Riverview Park community  for decades.
Route 61 Diner has been a staple in the Riverview Park community for decades.

Local merchants pack Fairgrounds Farmers Market

Riverview Park is close to a bustling commercial corridor along the highways north of Reading. "This is a huge retail area with everything from big box stores to mom-and-pop shops," Bobeck says. At Fairgrounds Farmers Market, dozens of local vendors fill their stalls with fresh produce, baked goods and artisan wares every Thursday through Sunday. Counter-service eateries such as San’s Asian Food, Country BBQ Corner and Scott’s Hot Spot are among the market’s many merchants. AMC Fairgrounds 10 is right around the corner, with supermarkets such as Target and Walmart close by.

The BARTA bus serves Riverview park and the surrounding Berks County.
The BARTA bus serves Riverview park and the surrounding Berks County.

Across the river from Reading Regional Airport

Downtown Reading is roughly 5 miles south, with multiple nearby highways, including U.S. Route 222, to help residents get around. Although Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority buses do stop nearby, most Riverview Park residents rely on their cars to navigate the area. Reading Regional Airport is just across the Schuylkill River and is best known for housing the Mid Atlantic Air Museum and its annual World War II Weekend, which brings historic aircrafts and reenactors to the museum hangar. However, the nearest airport for commercial flights is Lehigh Valley International Airport, located 35 miles away in Allentown. Healthcare is closer at Reading Hospital in West Reading, also a popular shopping and dining district 7 miles south. Some professionals even commute to Philadelphia, about 65 miles east.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Lehigh Valley International

55 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Riverview Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$351,000
Median Single Family Price
$354,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Months of Supply
0.70
Median List Price
$354,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,182
Median Year Built
1965
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,887
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,513
Median Age
47
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$93,063
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,537

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
31.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.2%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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