Riverview is a quiet suburb located about 12 miles southeast of Tampa. Situated along the Alafia River, the community has the appeal of a close-knit, family community. This atmosphere remains, even while residential development is providing modern homes and population growth. Real estate options consist of condominiums, townhouses, modern and older homes, and land lots for custom building.
Big name attractions are close by, but far enough as to not upset Riverview’s serene lifestyle. Here, residents spend time enjoying the river: boating, swimming, fishing and canoeing are some of the popular activities. Residents – families who’ve lived in Riverview for generations and those who’ve recently realized the appeal of Riverview – are proud of the lifestyle offered by their community. The regular, year-round population of Riverview is about 42,000. Some estimates indicate that this number will grow by up to 60% by 2020. Riverview is a winter retreat for retirees, so the population increases substantially during the winter months. Retirees enjoy the quiet atmosphere and the convenient layout of the community.
Local schools are managed by the School District of Hillsborough; Riverview High School has a great reputation in the county for strong academics and sports programs. Riverview has five elementary schools, one middle school and the Tampa Bay Academy, which offers K-12 curricula. The Riverview workforce is primarily employed in three economic sectors: retail trade; educational, health and social services; and professional services.
The Riverview real estate market offers a mix of older homes with very large lots and modern homes with custom amenities. Prices range from just under $100,000 up to $2 million. At the top end of the range, buyers may choose from a selection of expansive waterfront homes and golf course homes. Scenic views of the water are common in Riverview. There is also a reasonable selection of four-bedroom, family homes in the $300,000 range. Some of these can be found in the Lake St. Charles or South Fork neighborhoods. Many newer homes in Riverview’s gated communities and new home subdivisions are multi-story, contemporaries with attached garages. For those who prefer condominium or townhouse living, there is a great selection of units available here. Most have two or three bedrooms and are priced in the $100,000 range. Undeveloped land is also available for custom building; prices range up to $2 million according to size and location. Looking for your new home? View currently listed homes in Riverview Florida. See market trends of Riverview real estate market including average home prices, property values, townhomes, condominiums and other property types. Interested in bank owned or foreclosure properties? Access foreclosures, bank owned properties, short sales and more real estate in Riverview Florida.