


City Guide
Riverside, IL
Overview
Riverside, IL is known for being the first planned community in the United States. There are around 314,998 people, so living in Riverside will have the best of small-town charm and big city living. An interesting fact is that the city's Riverside Landscape Architecture District was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970. Additionally, it was selected as one of the "200 Great Places" by the American Institute of Architects Illinois (AIA Illinois).
What’s it like to live in Riverside, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Riverside, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$511,500
and homes stay on the market for 89 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Riverside are $715,000
and $169,000
, respectively. Riverside area townhouses have a median sale price of $423,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Riverside, ILExplore our Riverside housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Riverside home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Riverside rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Riverside rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Riverside, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Riverside
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
South Berwyn | $399,000 | 46 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Riverside
See all homes for saleRental listings in Riverside
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsRiverside Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 16% of Riverside homebuyers searched to move out of Riverside, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Riverside from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Riverside more than any other metro followed by New York and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Riverside from?
- 84% of Riverside homebuyers searched to stay within the Riverside metropolitan area.
Where are people from Riverside moving to?
Number of People Moving to Riverside
least
most
People are moving to Riverside from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
1 | 1,083 | ||
2 | 865 | ||
3 | 752 | ||
4 | 732 | ||
5 | 646 | ||
6 | 519 | ||
7 | 360 | ||
8 | 337 | ||
9 | 270 | ||
10 | 254 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Riverside, IL ?
Riverside, IL is home to a wide array of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Architect lovers will enjoy the Coonley House, designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and the Riverside Historical Museum to learn more about the city's local history. Patriots Park, Guthrie Park, and Riverside Parks & Recreation are just a handful of the lush parks and green spaces you'll find throughout the city. For a quick taste of Riverside, stop by The Chew Chew, La Barra, and Sawmilly Sandwich Shoppe for some of the most popular restaurants in the city.
Explore some of the best things to do in Riverside
What's the best way to get around Riverside, IL ?
Riverside Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Riverside has 1 heavy rail station; Metra. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.