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Downtown Riverside

Downtown Riverside

Suburban Neighborhood in Riverside, California

Riverside County 92501, 92509

$617,960 Average Value
$432 Average Price per Sq Ft
20 Homes For Sale

Parks and cultural hub flank neighborhood streets

Thanks to its unique layout, Downtown Riverside caters to urban, suburban and rural sensibilities. The cultural heartbeat of the Inland Empire pulses within the eastern part of the community. Here, locals can stroll past museums, arts centers and the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, the biggest Mission Revival building in the country. Parks parallel the Santa Ana River along the western portion of the neighborhood, while single-family homes are concentrated in the center of the community. History buffs, homebodies and nature lovers find that Downtown Riverside provides an equal balance of cultural attractions, quiet neighborhood streets and natural landscapes.

Downtown Riverside embraces the contrast between city life and quiet residential streets.
Downtown Riverside embraces the contrast between city life and quiet residential streets.
The Riverside Art Museum in Downtown Riverside offers classes and inspiration to the community.
The Riverside Art Museum in Downtown Riverside offers classes and inspiration to the community.
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Home styles include Craftsmans and Mission Revivals

People move to Riverside “for multiple reasons, but mostly because the homes have a lot of original charm,” says Tyler Hungerford, 2023’s No. 1 Real Estate Agent at Keller Williams Riverside. “Many were built before 1940. There are a lot of beautiful, classic Victorian houses.” Along leafy tree-lined streets, Downtown homes and buildings display much of California’s unique architectural history. The diverse selection of homes includes luxury estates, single-family houses and apartment complexes, with styles ranging from Mission Revival to Craftsman. Prices range from about $425,000 to $970,000. Apartment complex rates range from about $2,100 to $3,545 monthly. Residents generally live on wide streets within a short walk or bike ride from schools, parks and shops.

Find award-winning neighborhoods with Craftsmen and Mission Revival homes in Downtown Riverside.
Find award-winning neighborhoods with Craftsmen and Mission Revival homes in Downtown Riverside.
A quaint Mission Revival-style home found in downtown Riverside.
A quaint Mission Revival-style home found in downtown Riverside.
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Local restaurants, bars and the farmers market

The downtown street grid was designed long before the advent of the automobile, which makes it quite pedestrian-friendly. Every Wednesday, residents gather at Downtown Farmers Market to browse the offerings of local vendors. One of the many Main Street restaurants is Antonious’ Pizza Café, a family-run pizza joint dishing out pizzas, pasta and salads since 1984. For a creative ambiance and a latte, Back to the Grind is an airy local coffeehouse that hosts poetry readings and live music performances. Nightlife options include Aurea Vista Night Club and Bar and Art’s Bar & Grill. Finally, residents can grab groceries from Maxi Foods Market, Los Novillos Market or Clark’s Nutrition & Natural Foods.

Ride your bike over to The Main Street Pedestrian Mall in Downtown Riverside.
Ride your bike over to The Main Street Pedestrian Mall in Downtown Riverside.
The Riverside Farmers Market opens year-round on Wednesdays in beautiful downtown.
The Riverside Farmers Market opens year-round on Wednesdays in beautiful downtown.
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Relax by the pool at the historic Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Downtown Riverside.
Relax by the pool at the historic Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Downtown Riverside.

The pulse of arts and culture

Historical museums and music venues line the downtown thoroughfare of Mission Inn Avenue, named for the historic hotel and spa. “The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa is our most prominent feature,” Hungerford says. Locals use it as a landmark to describe the location of nearby restaurants and attractions, as in, “‘Oh, that’s over by the Mission Inn.’ Everybody knows about it. It’s got the number one Christmas lights show in the country. And the arts scene in Riverside is growing,” Hungerford says. For example, the Riverside Art Museum hosts art classes and workshops to the public, and the Fox Performing Arts Center has showcased live music and theater performances since 1929.

Nearby schools and higher education

Students in Downtown Riverside may attend Bryant Elementary, rated B-plus on Niche and Central Middle School of Art and Innovation, rated B-minus. Central Middle offers an after-school program, PRIMEtime, which allows for academic and social enrichment and support. The area is also served by Lincoln High, rated C-plus. Two opportunities for higher education are nearby: Riverside City College is located in the neighborhood, and University of California, Riverside is about 3 miles east.

Students are the top priority at Bryant Elementary in Downtown Riverside.
Students are the top priority at Bryant Elementary in Downtown Riverside.
A welcoming entrance is seen at Central Middle School in Riverside.
A welcoming entrance is seen at Central Middle School in Riverside.
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Large expanse of natural landscape along Santa Ana River

Parks parallel to the Santa Ana River provide residents with picturesque views and opportunities to hike and bike. At the top of Mount Rubidoux Park, Riverside’s annual Easter Sunrise service takes place. This tradition for over a century is the oldest outdoor continuously running non-denominational service in the country. Next to Mount Rubidoux Park, Fairmount Golf Course and Fairmount Park encircle Lake Evans, a popular fishing spot.

Visit the historical Peace Tower and Bridge at Mt. Rubidoux in Downtown Riverside.
Visit the historical Peace Tower and Bridge at Mt. Rubidoux in Downtown Riverside.
Practice your drive at Fairmount Golf Course in Downtown Riverside.
Practice your drive at Fairmount Golf Course in Downtown Riverside.
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Walkable downtown & proximity to major highways

There are bike lanes along Market Street and Magnolia Avenue and several bus stops serve the area. Downtown Riverside is bordered by Route 91 and Route 60; at the interchange at the northeast corner of the neighborhood, commuters can use Interstate 215. Riverside Community Hospital is located at the southern edge of the neighborhood and Ontario International Airport is about 15 miles west.

Route 91 is right next to downtown Riveride.
Route 91 is right next to downtown Riveride.
Residents have convenient access to public bus lines in Downtown Riverside.
Residents have convenient access to public bus lines in Downtown Riverside.
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Escaping the heat

According to Risk Factor, Downtown Riverside is at risk for severe heat, extreme air quality and wildfires. However, Riverside Main Library and White Park-Dales Senior Center function as cooling centers, where people can relax in the air conditioning when temperatures reach or exceed 97 degrees.

Riverside Tamale Festival is an annual held at the beautiful historic White Park in Downtown.
Riverside Tamale Festival is an annual held at the beautiful historic White Park in Downtown.
The Riverside Main Library in Downtown was built in 2021 and was designed by Johnson Favara.
The Riverside Main Library in Downtown was built in 2021 and was designed by Johnson Favara.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ontario International

23 min drive

Bus

Market Ns Third

Bus

Market Ns 12th

Bus

Brockton Fs 14th

Bus

Orange Fs 12th

Bus

Main Ns Russell

Bus

Market Fs 11th

Bus

Brockton Fs Terracina

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Riverside US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$613,750
Median Single Family Price
$619,000
Median Townhouse Price
$630,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$432
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Last 12 months Home Sales
116
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,593
Median Year Built
1927
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,554
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,290
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    10am - 1pm

    3408 Spruce St, Riverside, CA 92501

    $495,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 879 Sq Ft
    • 3408 Spruce St
    • New 1 day ago

    DEAL OF THE YEAR! Here is an opportunity that does not arise very often. R-2 ZONING!! For those that do not know r-2 zoning means you can do more than just build an ADU! You can build multiple HOUSES! Here is your chance to own 2 SEPERATE properties COMPLETELY remodeled side by side to one another if you want to! And if that doesn't light your fire it is still a gorgeous home that has been gone

    LEIGHTON SILVA Tower Agency

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    10am - 12pm

    3576 Spruce St, Riverside, CA 92501

    $490,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,072 Sq Ft
    • 3576 Spruce St
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome home to Spruce Street! This cozy single story home offers 2 bedrooms with 1 bath. You step into the home onto beautiful wood flooring and are immediately welcomed to the living room with a natural burning fireplace. Accompanied by the lovely dining room that leads into the kitchen. The true draw of this home is the backyard, with an abundance of fruit trees! It can also have plenty of ADU

    Alejandra Avila RIVERSIDE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 5pm

    4254 Miramonte Place, Riverside, CA 92501

    $834,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,932 Sq Ft
    • 4254 Miramonte Place
    • New 26 days ago

    Welcome to 4254 Miramonte Place — your serene escape at the base of Mt. Rubidoux.This beautifully preserved mid-century ranch-style home, built in 1956, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,932 sq ft of timeless design and comfort on a spacious -acre lot in one of Riverside’s best-kept secret neighborhoods.Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, rich walnut paneling, a gorgeous fireplace,

    Molly Silva-Gurrola NEST REAL ESTATE

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
12,238
Median Age
37
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,116
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,931

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

45 / 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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