Riverwood Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Nestled along the Cahaba River, Riverwood is a serene, established neighborhood in southeast Birmingham. It offers a peaceful, suburban atmosphere with convenient access to the city's major employment and retail centers.
Housing & Real Estate
Riverwood features spacious, traditional homes on large, wooded lots, often with scenic river or valley views. The real estate market is strong, with a median home value of approximately $458,000, reflecting the neighborhood's desirability.
Schools & Education
Families in Riverwood are served by the highly regarded Vestavia Hills City School System. The neighborhood's proximity to top-rated schools is a significant draw for residents with children.
Parks & Recreation
The Cahaba River is the neighborhood's central natural amenity, perfect for walking, fishing, and kayaking. Residents also enjoy the community pool, tennis courts, and well-maintained common green spaces.
Local Dining & Shopping
Nearby Cahaba Heights and the Summit shopping center provide a wide array of dining, from casual cafes to upscale restaurants, and boutique shopping. Everyday conveniences are just a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
Riverwood is a family-oriented community with a high median household income of about $102,163. Residents are typically professionals and established families who value privacy, natural beauty, and top-tier schools.
Top Real Estate Agents in Riverwood, Birmingham
Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by
Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with
10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have
5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.
4 agents met the full merit gate for Riverwood, Birmingham, AL, selected from over 30,000 licensed Alabama professionals.
4.9 stars
95+ verified reviews
License: 1903312
Keller Williams Realty
14+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (559) 429-7254
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://realestatebyapple.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/applecorial
Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with 4.9-star rating across 95 reviews and over a decade of experience. She stands out through active community leadership, organizing an annual back-to-school drive, and maintains a strong multi-platform market presence.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
41+ verified reviews
License: 1959122
Downtown Realty
10+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (559) 793-8356
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://itsannaballew/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/annaballew
Why selected: Selected for her dedicated community involvement and leadership roles, Anna Ballew also demonstrates exceptional performance with 41 five-star reviews and over a decade of consistent client service.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
27+ verified reviews
License: 2044177
Downtown Realty
6+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (559) 723-8492
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://gilbert.cacentralvalleyhomesforsale.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/GbritoRE
Why selected: Selected for his active community leadership with the Posse Foundation and Uplift Education, combined with a perfect 5-star rating across 27 reviews and 68 transactions since 2019.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
22+ verified reviews
License: 1724664
20+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (559) 679-0465
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://asatterlee.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/aasatterlee
Why selected: Selected for her leadership as Broker Owner and Co-Founder, driving community development. She combines 17 years of experience with 22 five-star reviews and expertise in luxury sales and new construction.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.