Where are the Best Neighborhoods in Riverside CA?
The purpose of this article is to explore some of the best neighborhoods in Riverside CA. The City of Riverside is a rapidly growing community of 330,000 residents. The Riverside currently ranks as the twelfth largest city in the State of California and its the largest city in the County of Riverside. The City of Riverside is located within a region of California called the “Inland Empire”. The community is geographically located approximately 60 miles east of Los Angeles and 60 miles west of Palm Springs.
The City of Riverside is made up of 25 distinct neighborhoods and is the home for four colleges and universities. We highlight 5 distinct communities in this article however we would encourage you to explore other areas not mentioned because the city has many hidden jems. The locations below are what we deem as the best Neighborhoods in Riverside CA.
What makes Riverside a decent city to live in?
Housing affordability in Riverside is not excessively low however it has proved to be somewhat less than surrounding areas. The city has an excellent feel of community and offers families and children a wide option of attractions such as sports parks, hiking, mountain bike riding and golf to name a few activities. The night life offers several restaurants (especially in the downtown area) live music, museums and performing arts entertainment.
Downtown Riverside
The Downtown area of Riverside is thriving. Over the last few years there has been a huge shift towards people moving back to the downtown area. To support the demand for people moving to the downtown area, there has been a noticeable increase in apartment construction, bars and nightlife. Downtown Riverside is home to several historical sites and city landmarks including city hall. If you live downtown you can walk to several eateries or simply enjoy a show at the convention center, fox theatre or Riverside Art Museum. Schools in the area include Bryant Elementary and St. Francis de Sales. The average rent for a 2-bedroom single-family home in the area is $1995. The average price to purchase a home in the area is $450,000
Wood Streets
The “Wood Streets” is a community located very close to the Downtown Riverside area which makes it a desirable place to live. People who live in the Wood Streets can walk downtown. The homes within the Wood Streets are unique. The majority of the homes in the area were built in the 1920’s with adds to the character of the community. Many of the streets are lined with big shaded trees. Due to historical feel of the Wood Streets, there is a strong sense of community and home ownership. The average rent for a 2- bedroom Wood Street home is $2000. The average purchase price of a 2- bedroom home in this neighborhood is $450,000
Orangecrest
The community called “Orangecrest” is located on the border within the City or Riversides jurisdiction adjacent to The City of Perris and very close to March Air Force Reserve Base. Compared to the Downtown area and Woodcrest, the houses are fairly new. Most of the homes within the Orangecrest area were developed after 1994. The neighborhood consists of mainly single-family homes. It serves as an excellent bedroom community for working class families.
There are several shopping centers and restaurants in or adjacent to Orangecrest. Within the community there are four elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools. The average home price in Orangecrest is $630,000 and the average rental price is $3300.00 for a 4- bedroom home in the area.
Canyon Crest
The Community of “Canyon Crest” is one of the largest and most diverse neighborhoods in Riverside. Most of the homes in the area represent a modern subdivision design. The Community is adjacent to Mission Grove and Hawarden Hills. Geographically speaking, the area is near University of California Riverside and it is 10 minutes away from the downtown area.
There are tons of things to do within the Canyon Crest area. The Canyon Crest Towne Centre offers a wide spectrum of shopping opportunities, restaurants and entertainment. If you have a desire to experience the outdoors you can take advantage of golf or tennis at Canyon Crest Country Club. If you aren’t the County Club type, you can always go on a nice hike on the 10-acre trail at Sycamore Park.
The average rent rate for a 4-bedroom home in Canyon Crest is $3500 a month. The average purchase price for a 4-bedroom home is $770,000.
Mission Grove
The Mission Grove neighborhood is a newer area in Riverside that consists of a mix of single-family homes, apartments and condominiums. The Mission Grove area is adjacent to Canyon Crest and Orangecrest. The average lot that the homes sit on tend to be a bit longer than the Orangecrest neighborhood area. The community is a great working-class neighborhood.
The Mission Grove Plaza and Mission Village shopping centers are located along Alessandro Boulevard near Mission Grove Parkway and offer a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment conveniently close to all residents within the Mission Grove community.
Schools in the area include Martin Luther King, Riverside STEM Academy, and John F. Kennedy Elementary. The average home price in Mission Grove for a 4-bedroom home is $650,000 and the average rental price is $3400 for a 4- bedroom home.
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