The prestigious Riverdale neighbourhood is in North-West Richmond. It is located North of Granville Avenue to Fraser River, and is between No 1 and No 2 Roads.
Majority of the properties in Riverdale, Richmond are upscale single-family detached homes. The starting price point for these is currently $1,800,000. However, there are numerous high end listings priced between $4 million to $10 million.
Also, there are a few condo buildings on Lynas Lane and Dover Crescent. These are currently starting at $500,000 for 1 bedroom and $650,000 for 2 bedroom units. Lastly, there are limited townhouses. The starting price for these is $1,100,000.
Commute
If you live in Riverdale, you have easy car access into Vancouver over Fraser River Bridge from No 2 Road. You are also a 5-minute drive away from the closest skytrain station. Lastly, if you commute by bus, there is 401 bus that runs along Westminster Highway, as well as bus 414 to Richmond Centre.
Schools
The Riverdale neighbourhood falls into two elementary school catchments. So, your school will depend on which part of the neighbourhood you live in. If you live West of Railway, your catchment school is Thompson Elementary. It’s current ranking is 7.3. On the other hand, if you live East of Railway, your catchment elementary school is Blair, currently ranked high at 8.8. The highschool is Burnett. The rating for this school is 5.3.
Parks
There are numerous neighbourhood parks to enjoy. These are Dover, McCallan, and Gibbons Neighbourhood Parks. In addition, the Thompson-Burnett Community Park has a large playground, skate park, floor hockey/ lacrosse box, basketball and tennis courts. For those who enjoy outdoor walks, Riverdale’s dyke trail along River road is popular among outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy sunset and plane watching.
Shopping, Dining & Things to Do
Due to the nature of this area all the shopping and dining options are outside of the neighbourhood. However, Terra Nova Village is within walking distance. There are numerous stores for all your day to day needs and cravings, including Save on Foods.
Thompson Community Centre is conveniently located in the neighbourhood. It features fitness centre and gymnasium. In addition, it offers numerous programs for preschoolers, youth and seniors.
Furthermore, if you have any additional questions about Riverdale, do not hesitate to contact Your Two Awesome Realtors! Send us an email at info@aheerbitkova.ca or give us a call today!
