North Guelph Neighbourhood Guide
Riverside Park Guelph Real Estate & Neighbourhood Guide
Riverside Park is one of Guelph's best-known north-end neighbourhoods, centred around the city's landmark Riverside Park and the Speed River. Mature streets, post-war bungalows, trails, shopping and recreation make it popular with families, downsizers and buyers looking for an established area.
Location & Character
What is the Riverside Park neighbourhood like?
Riverside Park is a mature north-Guelph neighbourhood surrounding one of the city's largest and most recognizable parks. Much of the residential area reflects Guelph's post-war growth, with brick bungalows and detached family homes on mature lots.
🏡 Established Housing
Post-war bungalows and detached family homes are a major part of the neighbourhood.
🌳 Major Park Setting
Riverside Park and the Speed River provide extensive green space, trails and recreation.
🛍️ Convenient North End
Shopping, restaurants and services are concentrated along Woolwich Street and Woodlawn Road.
Riverside Park
The park is the heart of the neighbourhood
Riverside Park at 709 Woolwich Street is one of Guelph's signature parks. It includes riverfront trails, playgrounds, picnic shelters, a carousel and miniature train, baseball diamonds, disc golf, a band shelter, floral clock and other recreation features. It also hosts major community events during the year.
Housing
What types of homes are in Riverside Park?
Riverside Park is particularly well known for 1950s and 1960s detached homes and bungalows, often on mature lots. The neighbourhood also includes condominium and townhouse options, particularly along the Woolwich Street corridor.
Current Listings
Homes for Sale in Riverside Park, Guelph
Browse current MLS® listings specifically in Riverside Park. This search updates automatically as houses, townhouses and condos enter and leave the market.
Beth & Ryan's Riverside Park Experience
Homes we've represented in Riverside Park
85 Bailey Avenue →Current detached-home listing
408–22 Marilyn Drive →Current condo listing
70 Balmoral Drive →Sold Riverside Park bungalow
Nearby Areas
Neighbourhoods near Riverside Park
General Hospital →
A small central-north neighbourhood beside Guelph General Hospital.
Exhibition Park →
Mature streets, century homes and another of Guelph's best-known parks.
All Guelph Neighbourhoods →
Compare Riverside Park with the rest of the city.
Schools & Local Information
Find schools for a Riverside Park address
School catchments vary by address, grade, program and school year. Use the address-specific tool below for the property you're considering.
Find Your School
Check the school catchment for a specific Guelph address
FindMySchool.ca lets you enter the property address and grade to identify the schools serving that location.
For Riverside Park Homeowners
Thinking of selling a Riverside Park home?
Riverside Park contains everything from original post-war bungalows to renovated family homes and condominiums. Lot size, renovations, proximity to the park and trails, and housing type can materially affect value. We use recent comparable sales and current competition to help position your home for today's market.
Riverside Park FAQ
Common questions about Riverside Park, Guelph
Where is Riverside Park?
Riverside Park is in north Guelph along Woolwich Street and the Speed River.
What types of homes are found here?
The area is particularly known for 1950s and 1960s detached homes and bungalows, but also includes townhouses and condos.
What is there to do at Riverside Park?
The park offers trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, a carousel, miniature train, sports facilities, riverfront green space and community events.
How do I check school catchment?
Use FindMySchool.ca with the property's address and grade.
Where can I see current Riverside Park prices?
Use the live listings above, our Recently Sold Homes page and our Guelph Market Report.
Written and reviewed by Beth & Ryan Waller, Guelph REALTORS® and Sales Representatives with Keller Williams Home Group Realty. Updated October 2026.