Riverside Neighborhood Guide Baltimore, MD
About
Riverside is a vibrant neighborhood located in southeast Baltimore, Maryland, just a stone's throw away from the Inner Harbor. Known for its charming row houses and green spaces, it is bordered by the bustling thoroughfares of Key Highway to the north and Interstate 95 to the south. The neighborhood's focal point is the picturesque Riverside Park, which offers numerous recreational amenities. It's also conveniently close to the upscale restaurants and boutiques of the Federal Hill district.
What You Will Love About Riverside, Baltimore, Maryland
- Riverside exudes a unique blend of urban and suburban charm, with its well-maintained historic homes and scenic park.
- The neighborhood is known for its tight-knit community spirit, regularly hosting local events and festivals.
- With its proximity to downtown Baltimore and easy freeway access, it strikes a perfect balance between city life and tranquil living.
What's Nearby
Riverside is adjacent to the vibrant Federal Hill neighborhood, known for its eclectic dining scene and nightlife. The historic Fort McHenry, a key site in the War of 1812, is just a short drive away. Additionally, the neighborhood is close to downtown Baltimore, making it a convenient location for professionals working in the city center.
The Rental Market
Riverside has a diverse rental market, with the average price for a one-bedroom apartment being $1,340. Rental prices range from a minimum average of $1,340 to a maximum average of $1,975, with a standard deviation of $212.24, indicating a fairly wide range of prices.
Rental Price Stability
Rental rates in Riverside have shown some variability with the standard deviation of $212.24. However, the minimum average price for a one-bedroom apartment has stayed consistent at $1,340, indicating a degree of stability in the market.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Riverside is characterized by a mix of urban amenities and community-centered living. Local residents enjoy easy access to a variety of restaurants, shops, and cultural sites, while also taking advantage of the green spaces for outdoor activities. The neighborhood also hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community.
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Rental Trends in Riverside
Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | ||||||||||
$1395 | $1575 | $1967 | $1575 | $2012 | $2012 | $1967 | $1550 | $1967 | $1967 | $1575 | $1957 | $1957 |
$2280 | $2170 | $2207 | $1850 | $1850 | $1850 | $2207 | $2212 | $1945 | $2322 | $1795 | $1795 | $2307 |
$3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 | $3012 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 645 restaurants, 40 grocery stores, and 41 parks within a mile of the Riverside neighborhood.
- Giant Food
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- Southside Marketplace
Retail, Shopping Mall
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- Shoppers
Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- Jack's Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1801 Light St
- BMI Farmers' Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1415 Key Hwy
- McHenry Row Cleaners
Retail, Shopping Mall
•0.4 miles
1630 Whetstone Way
- Harborview Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.1 miles
549 E Fort Ave
- Giant Food
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- Shoppers
Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- GNC
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Health Food Store
•0.2 miles
873 E Fort Ave
- Jack's Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1801 Light St
- BMI Farmers' Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1415 Key Hwy
- Lucky's Deli and Market
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli
•0.1 miles
445 E Fort Ave
- Southside Saloon
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
430 E Fort Ave
- Captain Larry's
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Pub, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
601 E Fort Ave
- Codetta Bake Shop
Dining and Drinking, Bakery
•0.1 miles
554 E Fort Ave
- Hilltop Carryout
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.1 miles
600 E Fort Ave
- Barfly's
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Whisky Bar, Restaurant, Pizzeria, American Restaurant
•0.1 miles
620 E Fort Ave
- Pet Services, Luv My Pet
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.1 miles
1743 Jackson St
- Southside Marketplace
Retail, Shopping Mall
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- Shoppers
Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
857 E Fort Ave
- The Laundry Mutt
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•0.2 miles
214 E Fort Ave
- Dollar Tree
Retail, Discount Store
•0.2 miles
859 E Fort Ave
- Machados Mini Mart
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.2 miles
201 E Heath St
- Riverside Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.1 miles
E Randall St
- Henry Street Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.2 miles
1240 Henry St
- Coke Field
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.4 miles
East Fort Avenue
- Fort Carroll
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
1234 Patapsco St
- Sun Park
Business and Professional Services, Office, Office Building, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.5 miles
300 E Cromwell St
- Major General Samuel Smith Monument
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.6 miles
448 Warren Ave
- Mindpub Cafe
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, Business and Professional Services, Event Space
•0.1 miles
554 E Fort Ave
- Art Exposure
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
1410 William St
- School 33 Art Center
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
1427 Light St
- Light Street Gallery
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
1448 Light St
- D'agostino Studios
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.3 miles
1440 Light St
- Baltimore Museum of Industry
Arts and Entertainment, Museum, History Museum
•0.3 miles
1415 Key Hwy
- Stellar B
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
525 E Fort Ave
- Studio 7 The Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
525 E Fort Ave
- Jay's Hair Styles For Men & Women
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.1 miles
500 E Fort Ave
- Peter Devine Hair Design
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
436 E Fort Ave
- Clip Art Hair Design
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.1 miles
400 E Fort Ave
- Baltimore Dog Walking
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service
•0.1 miles
1743 Jackson St
- Riverside Park Pool
Sports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.1 miles
301 E Randall St
- Sid Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
301 E Fort Ave
- Federal Hill Kickball
Sports and Recreation, Soccer, Soccer Field
•0.2 miles
Johnson St
- Baltimore Dance Center
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.2 miles
100 E Heath St
- Ella Bailey Recreation Center
Sports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.2 miles
100 E Heath St
- Baltimore Salsa Dance Company
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•0.3 miles
1541 Light St
- Hogan's Alley
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar
•0.1 miles
1501 Covington St
- Southside Saloon
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
430 E Fort Ave
- Captain Larry's
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Pub, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
601 E Fort Ave
- Park Bench Pub
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Pub
•0.1 miles
1749 Belt St
- Barfly's
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Whisky Bar, Restaurant, Pizzeria, American Restaurant
•0.1 miles
620 E Fort Ave
- Shotti's Point
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Karaoke Bar, Dive Bar
•0.1 miles
701 E Fort Ave
- Enoch Pratt Free Library - Light Street Branch
Community and Government, Library
•0.4 miles
1251 Light St
- Light Street Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.4 miles
1251 Light St
- Kiddie Academy of Locust Point
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.5 miles
1215 E Fort Ave
- Chabad of Downtown
Community and Government, Community Center
•1.0 mile
407 S High St
- Ciaobell Restaurant
Community and Government, Library
•1.1 miles
236 S High St
- Childtime Learning Centers
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.3 miles
31 Hopkins Plz
- Medstar Prompt Care
Health and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•0.3 miles
1420 Key Hwy
- Medstar Health: Urgent Care At Federal Hill
Health and Medicine, Urgent Care Center
•0.3 miles
1420 Key Hwy
- BCFD - Peter J. O'Connor Fire Station
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.4 miles
1001 E Fort Ave
- Locust Point Fire Station
Business and Professional Services, Security and Safety, Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service, Emergency Room, Sports and Recreation
•0.4 miles
1001 E Fort Ave
- Southern District Police Station
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.4 miles
28 E Ostend St
- BCFD - Inner Harbor Station
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.7 miles
800 Light St
Riverside Apartments and Rentals
97 Rental properties in Riverside, Baltimore, MD.
Cost of Living
Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
---|---|---|
housing | 0% | 6.2% |
utilities | 0% | 10.4% |
food | 0% | 3.9% |
transportation | 0% | 2.7% |
healthcare | 0% | 2.4% |
Riverside Demographics
Riverside Reviews
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Busy Streets
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Near Downtown
Yes
Say 2 of 3 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 2 of 3 renters
Riverside Transportation
Walker’s Paradise
Bikeable
Excellent Transit
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Harborview
Bus Stop
KEY Hwy
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Lawrence Street
Bus Stop
Fort Ave
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Whetstone Way
Bus Stop
Fort Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Harborview
Bus Stop
KEY Hwy
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Lawrence Street
Bus Stop
Fort Ave
Charm City Circulator - Banner Route - Whetstone Way
Bus Stop
Fort Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Riverside Schools
- 7/10
Thomas Johnson Elementary School
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- 1/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 5/10
Federal Hill Preparatory School
Grades PK, K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 6-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Private
- 5/10
Grades 6-8 • Charter
- 2/10
City Springs Elementary-Middle School
Grades PK, K-8 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Riverside
Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
---|---|---|
Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,988 | 149% |
Inner HarborNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,117 | 2% |
CantonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $3,090 | 73% |
Locust PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Mount VernonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,225 | 0% |
Patterson ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Brewers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Southern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,310 | 13% |
Cherry HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Charles VillageNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,137 | 14% |
Bolton HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $940 | 7% |
Wyman ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Downtown BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,544 | 7% |
South BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,993 | 72% |
Mid-Town BelvedereNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,595 | 102% |
Federal Hill - MontgomeryNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Eastern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Western BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,095 | -- |
Southwestern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,065 | 10% |
Federal Hill ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Upper Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Reservoir HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $662 | 0% |
Little ItalyNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Baltimore-LinwoodNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
East Monument Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Washington Village - PigtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Ridgely's DelightNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,300 | -- |
HighlandtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
RemingtonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Butchers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
UptonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Belair - EdisonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Coldstream - Homestead - MontebelloNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $900 | -- |
GuilfordNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
---|---|---|
Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,524 | 14% |
Inner HarborNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,765 | 8% |
CantonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $3,335 | 62% |
Locust PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,800 | 15% |
Mount VernonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,497 | 0% |
Patterson ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,200 | -- |
Brewers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,695 | 43% |
Southern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,500 | 14% |
Cherry HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,094 | 8% |
Charles VillageNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,337 | 3% |
Bolton HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,538 | 4% |
Wyman ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Downtown BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,828 | 14% |
South BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,341 | 80% |
Mid-Town BelvedereNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,884 | 79% |
Federal Hill - MontgomeryNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,260 | -- |
Eastern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $947 | 2% |
Western BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $950 | 5% |
Southwestern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,040 | 8% |
Federal Hill ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Upper Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,300 | 7% |
Reservoir HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,175 | 49% |
Little ItalyNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Baltimore-LinwoodNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,200 | -- |
East Monument Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,450 | -- |
Washington Village - PigtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $900 | 0% |
Ridgely's DelightNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,349 | -- |
HighlandtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,400 | -- |
RemingtonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Butchers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
UptonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Belair - EdisonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,000 | -- |
Coldstream - Homestead - MontebelloNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $950 | -- |
GuilfordNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
---|---|---|
Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $3,228 | 17% |
Inner HarborNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $4,261 | 29% |
CantonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $3,772 | 89% |
Locust PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $4,150 | -- |
Mount VernonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,747 | 0% |
Patterson ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,000 | 82% |
Brewers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,679 | 2% |
Southern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,700 | 19% |
Cherry HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,166 | 5% |
Charles VillageNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,990 | 10% |
Bolton HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,626 | 2% |
Wyman ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Downtown BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,190 | 9% |
South BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,818 | 27% |
Mid-Town BelvedereNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,661 | 36% |
Federal Hill - MontgomeryNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,249 | -- |
Eastern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $970 | 14% |
Western BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,375 | 38% |
Southwestern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,213 | 4% |
Federal Hill ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Upper Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Reservoir HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,726 | 10% |
Little ItalyNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,000 | -- |
Baltimore-LinwoodNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,000 | 82% |
East Monument Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,650 | -- |
Washington Village - PigtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,550 | -- |
Ridgely's DelightNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,780 | -- |
HighlandtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,700 | 17% |
RemingtonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Butchers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
UptonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Belair - EdisonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,350 | -- |
Coldstream - Homestead - MontebelloNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
GuilfordNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,500 | 55% |
Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
---|---|---|
Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $3,506 | 5% |
Inner HarborNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $4,330 | 36% |
CantonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $5,452 | 127% |
Locust PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $5,000 | -- |
Mount VernonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,247 | 3% |
Patterson ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Brewers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Southern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,500 | 4% |
Cherry HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,371 | -- |
Charles VillageNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,750 | 55% |
Bolton HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,850 | -- |
Wyman ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Downtown BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,322 | 2% |
South BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,850 | 0% |
Mid-Town BelvedereNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,899 | -- |
Federal Hill - MontgomeryNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $2,100 | -- |
Eastern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,485 | 0% |
Western BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,275 | -- |
Southwestern BaltimoreNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,416 | 6% |
Federal Hill ParkNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Upper Fells PointNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,650 | -- |
Reservoir HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,205 | 0% |
Little ItalyNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Baltimore-LinwoodNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
East Monument Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Washington Village - PigtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Ridgely's DelightNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
HighlandtownNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
RemingtonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Butchers HillNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
UptonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
Belair - EdisonNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | $1,350 | -- |
Coldstream - Homestead - MontebelloNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |
GuilfordNeighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland | -- | -- |