Riverside
Welcome to affordable Riverside
Riverside is a conveniently located neighborhood offering low-cost housing, proximity to major local highways, and easy access to downtown and south Austin with their shopping, dining, and nightlife options.
About the Neighborhood
The neighborhood has a lot of strip malls, ethnic and fast food restaurants, and low-rent apartment complexes. Renters here love the sense of community and the reasonable prices.
Points of Interest
H-E-B plus: Branch of a supermarket chain offering groceries, beer and wine, plus a deli, pharmacy and florist.
Festival Beach Park: This park is lovely and right on the water. A beautiful place for a picnic or a swim.
The Buzz Mill: A rustic spot serving coffee, beer and cider on a sunny back patio.
Public School info
The public schools in Riverside are rated B+ by Niche.
(Niche assign ratings to schools and are commonly used by parents to make a decision.)
Commute Times
ABIA 12m. by car
Downtown 10m. by car
Boundaries
East to West: Pleasant Valley Road to Interregional Highway
North to South: Colorado River to East Oltorf Street
Nearby Neighborhoods: Travis Heights, East Riverside
The Lifestyle
The population is younger, predominantly in the mid-20s. Many University of Texas students and young professionals live here because of the low housing cost and proximity to the university campus and downtown. This neighborhood is filled with natives of all kinds, including working professionals and families.
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It is directly on the river, which is great if you like to cycle or run. Running down to Auditorium Shores, using the outdoor gym and then running back is a perfect workout!
Homes in Riverside
Riverside has been home to great apartment deals ever since it was essentially created in the 1970s as an off-campus location for UT Austin students. While the neighborhood is experiencing a transformation and new luxurious developments seem to be springing up everywhere, the student-oriented apartments still represent a tremendous value that cannot be beaten.