Riverside

Winding roads, gorgeous coastline, and just enough convenience.

Overview for Riverside, CT

5,019 people live in Riverside, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $139,828. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,019

Total Population

42 YEARS

Median Age

$139,828

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Riverside, CT

Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,019 people call Riverside home. The population density is 3,324.704 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,019

Total Population

42

Median Age

51.72 / 48.28%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

12.13%

22.59%

5.5%

47.22%

5.94%

6.61%

0-9 Years

10-17 Years

18-24 Years

25-64 Years

65-74 Years

75+ Years

Education Level

24%

71%

86(5%)

428(24%)

1242(71%)

Riverside has 1,457 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,457

Total Households

$139,828

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 755 (52%)

Without Children: 702 (48%)

Marital Status

Married

46%

Single

23%

Divorced

Separated

Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Greenwich do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 4%

White Collar: 96%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

14%

15 to 29 Minutes

10%

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

About Riverside

A sleepy, almost wholly residential Greenwich neighborhood.

Riverside Real Estate Market

Called Riverside because the Mianus River serves as its border to the west, this Greenwich neighborhood was once a small fishing and oystering village. Today, it’s a sought-after New York City suburb for house-hunters seeking a serene outpost less than an hour from midtown.

During the 1930s and 1940s, when houses began cropping up on large leafy lots, this neighborhood had some of the highest real estate values in the area. Today, the waterfront community is still wealthy, but buyers can find an impressive variety of options—both in housing styles and price points. If you are seeking Riverside, CT real estate, and homes for sale, Realtors Russell Pruner, Mark Pruner & Timothy Agro can help you navigate the Greenwich market with ease.

What to Expect:

Winding roads, gorgeous coastline, and just enough convenience.

Along Riverside Avenue, you’ll find the neighborhood coffee shop as well as curving side streets that radiate out toward the water—either the Long Island Sound or the Mianus River. Riverside Commons, farther north on Putnam Ave. has a grocery store and post office as well as a handful of national chains like Chipotle and CVS.

The Lifestyle:

Peaceful, with a small-town vibe.

Though Riverside has just over 8,400 inhabitants packed into approximately two square miles, the neighborhood offers slightly larger wooded lots and more room to breathe than in Old Greenwich next door. Residents enjoy the quiet and drive to the adjacent towns for more shopping and entertainment options.

Unexpected Appeal:

A rare, ornate bridge that’s steeped in history.

Thousands flock to town for the annual Greenwich International Film Festival, and the library offers free movie screenings and discussions every Friday night. The beloved Bruce Museum of Arts and Science, atop a hill overlooking Greenwich Harbor, has garnered global acclaim for its art exhibitions.

The Market:

Stark differences in pricing between the north and south.

Interstate 95 is the dividing line. The massive estates between it and the Long Island Sound typically start around $2 million. (A waterfront listing with a private beach in a gated neighborhood could run over $10 million.) Above the highway, you might find an early 20th-century cottage or colonial for under $1 million. The history of real estate in Riverside depicts high-end sales and homes are valuable in terms of having the highest prices per square foot.

You'll Fall in Love With:

The serene and scenic harbor.

Along with panoramic views of the Long Island Sound, the coast is home to Riverside Yacht Club. Established in 1888, it is the second oldest club of its type in Connecticut. It hosts major regattas during the summer and offers sailing lessons for all ages.

Schools in Riverside, CT

The following schools are within or nearby Riverside. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Grades

School rating

Riverside School

90 Hendrie Ave., Riverside, CT, 06878

PUBLIC

K - 5th

★★★★★

5/5

Greenwich has 5,530 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Grades

School rating

Eastern Middle School

51 Hendrie Ave., Riverside, CT, 06878

PUBLIC

6th - 8th

★★★★★

5/5

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Riverside

Overview for Riverside, CT

5,019

42 YEARS

High

$139,828

Demographics and Employment Data for Riverside, CT

5,019

High

42

51.72 / 48.28%

1,457

3

$139,828

Households with Children

Blue vs White Collar Workers

About Riverside

Riverside Real Estate Market

What to Expect:

The Lifestyle:

Unexpected Appeal:

The Market:

You'll Fall in Love With:

Schools in Riverside, CT

Type

Name

Category

Grades

School rating

Riverside School

PUBLIC

K - 5th

5/5

Type

Name

Category

Grades

School rating

Eastern Middle School

PUBLIC

6th - 8th

5/5

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