Riverside
Riverside is a small, conveniently located Northland community minutes from downtown Kansas City and the airport. The Shopper Team helps buyers and sellers here. Browse active listings below and use the guide.
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Living in Riverside, Missouri
Riverside is a small Platte County city on the north bank of the Missouri River, immediately northwest of downtown Kansas City. Incorporated in 1951, it has grown into a commercial and entertainment hub for the Northland while keeping quick access to the urban core.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Figures are estimates and may be revised.
Schools
Riverside is served primarily by the Park Hill School District. School attendance boundaries can change over time, so confirm the current assignment for a specific address with the district.
Working in Riverside
Riverside is anchored by the Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa, a major employer and tax base, along with a growing corridor of retail, distribution and riverfront commercial development served by Horizons Parkway.
Parks & Recreation
Riverside is known for E.H. Young Riverfront Park along the Missouri River, with trails, ballfields and river access, plus the connected Line Creek and riverfront trail network.
The Riverside Real Estate Market
Riverside offers a compact housing market with a mix of established homes, newer riverfront and commercial-adjacent development. Its ACS median home value has risen sharply in recent years, reflecting new investment along the river corridor.
10 years of Riverside sales data
Riverside, MO housing market, 2016–2026
Built from 534 single-family closed sales. Pick a metric; hover or tap a bar for details.
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| Year | Sales | Median tax | Median price | Eff. rate | $/sq ft | DOM | At/over list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 9 | $2,255 | $213,500 | 1.13% | $120 | 58 | 44% |
| 2017 | 50 | $2,566 | $419,605 | 1.09% | $131 | 39 | 58% |
| 2018 | 55 | $2,508 | $307,700 | 1.06% | $123 | 51 | 55% |
| 2019 | 53 | $2,222 | $330,000 | 0.90% | $136 | 16 | 51% |
| 2020 | 50 | $2,312 | $333,000 | 0.90% | $130 | 24 | 50% |
| 2021 | 49 | $2,390 | $370,000 | 0.77% | $167 | 3 | 84% |
| 2022 | 54 | $3,160 | $402,500 | 0.79% | $166 | 4 | 70% |
| 2023 | 48 | $3,800 | $522,500 | 0.88% | $190 | 7 | 56% |
| 2024 | 54 | $3,646 | $633,638 | 0.86% | $206 | 8 | 65% |
| 2025 | 60 | $4,478 | $739,100 | 0.88% | $220 | 20 | 47% |
| 2026 | 52 | $4,257 | $697,450 | 1.00% | $222 | 13 | 63% |
Active builders in Riverside: Inspired Homes, IHB Homes, Carson Custom Homes, New Mark Homes, Stoneleaf Homes. Compare builders across the metro →
Riverside by the numbers: quick answers
What is the median home price in Riverside, MO?
The median single-family sale price in Riverside, MO was $676,100 for homes that sold from January 2024 through October 2026 (166 sales), about $218 per finished square foot.
How much are property taxes in Riverside, MO?
The median annual property tax on homes that sold in Riverside, MO from 2024 to 2026 was $4,224, an effective rate of about 0.89% of the sale price.
Do most homes in Riverside, MO have an HOA?
About 69% of recent Riverside sales had HOA dues, with median dues of about $1,045 a year.
Is there new construction in Riverside, MO?
About 46% of recent Riverside sales were homes built within the last two years. Active builders in MLS records include Inspired Homes, IHB Homes, Carson Custom Homes, New Mark Homes.
What is the best month to sell a house in Riverside, MO?
Over the past 10 years, Riverside homes that closed in July sold for the highest share of original list price (median 100%), and homes closing in July had the shortest median time on market (4 days).
Last updated October 14, 2026 · Compare all metro cities · How we calculate this
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales in Riverside, MO, 2016 through 2026 year to date, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. 2016 and 2026 are partial years. Tax is the total annual tax reported at sale (it may reflect the prior tax year; new construction can show land-only tax). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; not a tax quote.
Frequently Asked
What county is Riverside, Missouri in?
Riverside is in Platte County, Missouri, on the north side of the Missouri River northwest of downtown Kansas City.
What school district serves Riverside, MO?
Riverside is served primarily by the Park Hill School District. Confirm the assignment for a specific address with the district.
What is Riverside, MO known for?
Riverside is known for the Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa, its riverfront parks, and its commercial corridor close to downtown Kansas City.
How long is the commute from Riverside, MO?
The mean travel time to work for Riverside residents is about 19.9 minutes, shorter than the national average.
What is the median home value in Riverside, MO?
The ACS median value of owner-occupied homes in Riverside is about $411,300, having risen sharply with recent riverfront development.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates; local school district and municipal information. Wingman Real Estate — The Shopper Team does not warrant school assignments; verify boundaries directly with the district.
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