Alessandro Heights, Riverside

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Alessandro Heights is a tranquil, low-density community in Riverside known for its high visual appeal and expansive open spaces. While the area offers significant privacy and a rural atmosphere, it lacks local commercial amenities and remains highly car-dependent.

Key Highlights

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About Alessandro Heights

Alessandro Heights functions as a quiet, residential enclave characterized by its rural landscape and minimal development. The area stands out for its high visual quality and significant open green spaces, providing a serene environment that contrasts with the more densely populated parts of Riverside. It is almost entirely residential, with virtually no local businesses or commercial districts within its immediate boundaries.

Potential residents should note that the neighborhood is not designed for walkability, making personal vehicle ownership essential for accessing daily services. While the area boasts high health insurance coverage and excellent air quality, it faces specific environmental challenges, including a higher risk profile for wildfires. This community is best suited for those prioritizing privacy and a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle over proximity to urban conveniences and nightlife.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 7 out of 10

Large lot sizes and significant separation between properties provide a greater sense of privacy than is typical for Riverside. According to iHuus data, this area offers much more seclusion than the city average.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Walkability
Score: 6.1 out of 10

Low traffic volume on residential streets provides a peaceful environment for walking, though the lack of sidewalks makes navigation less pedestrian-friendly than the Riverside average.

Ranked #28 in Riverside →
Visual Appeal
Score: 9.5 out of 10

Custom architecture and private, low-density estates provide a highly aesthetic landscape that is significantly more visually appealing than the Riverside average. Large privacy buffers and premium amenities define the area according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Access to connected green spaces and wide, traffic-safe paths makes this area more dog friendly than much of Riverside. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood offers reliable environments for walking pets.

Ranked #6 in Riverside →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 9.1 out of 10

Sparse development and significant open space define this area, which offers a much more rural landscape than the Riverside average. According to iHuus data, the environment consists primarily of natural terrain and farmland with very few buildings.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 2.1 out of 10

Low-density housing and significant open space characterize this area, which lacks much commercial activity. According to iHuus data, the level of local activity and access to services is notably lower than the Riverside average.

Ranked #28 in Riverside →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 5.5 out of 10

Local traffic from nearby busy streets creates a consistent level of ambient noise. This acoustic environment is slightly more active than the average for Riverside.

Ranked #5 in Riverside →
Air Quality
Score: 8.2 out of 10

Air quality in this area is consistently good with rare instances of elevated readings. According to iHuus data, these conditions are typical for the city of Riverside.

Ranked #6 in Riverside →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial facilities and warehouses are entirely absent from this area, offering a quieter environment than the Riverside average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood consists strictly of residential streets and open green spaces without any nearby hazard sites.

Ranked #2 in Riverside →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 8.5 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is notably higher in Alessandro Heights than the Riverside average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Ideological Lean
Score: 2.3 out of 10

Conservative viewpoints represent a strong majority in this area, reflecting a much more conservative political leaning than the Riverside average.

Ranked #28 in Riverside →
Population Age Profile
Score: 5.4 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and older populations. According to iHuus data, this demographic spread is more varied than the average found across Riverside.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Flood Safety
Score: 5.6 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is notably higher than the Riverside average, though precise assessments are currently unavailable due to incomplete federal studies. Residents should remain aware of potential uncertainty regarding seasonal water drainage patterns.

Ranked #1 in Riverside →
Fire Safety
Score: 0.7 out of 10

Extreme fire hazards characterize this area, presenting a significantly higher danger level than the Riverside average. According to iHuus data, residents should prepare for maximum protection measures due to the severe risk of wildfire.

Ranked #5 in Riverside →

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Walkabilityavg 7.91
Score: 6.1 out of 10
Score: 7.5 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.28
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Score: 4.4 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.41
Score: 7 out of 10
Score: 5.2 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.73
Score: 9.5 out of 10
Score: 6.4 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.29
Score: 6.8 out of 10
Score: 5.7 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 7.07
Score: 9.1 out of 10
Score: 6.7 out of 10
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.37
Score: 2.1 out of 10
Score: 3.7 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.35
Score: 8.5 out of 10
Score: 5.2 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 8.25
Score: 8.2 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.09
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 7.6 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 1.24
Score: 5.6 out of 10
Score: 0.8 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.01
Score: 2.3 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.57
Score: 5.4 out of 10
Score: 4.6 out of 10
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Fire Safetyavg 0.35
Score: 0.7 out of 10
Score: 0.5 out of 10
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School Quality
Score: not available
Score: not available

School Districts Serving Alessandro Heights

Riverside Unified School District
Grades K–1249 schoolsRatings 1–10/10
5/10
Riverside Stem AcademyHigh
10/10
Opportunity ProgramHigh
9/10
Benjamin Franklin ElementaryElementary
9/10
Frank Augustus Miller MiddleMiddle
9/10
Magnolia ElementaryElementary
8/10
Amelia Earhart MiddleMiddle
8/10
Castle View ElementaryElementary
8/10
Polytechnic HighHigh
8/10
Martin Luther King Jr. HighHigh
8/10
Lake Mathews ElementaryElementary
8/10
Riverside VirtualOther
8/10
Bryant ElementaryElementary
7/10
Woodcrest ElementaryElementary
7/10
John F. Kennedy ElementaryElementary
7/10
Arlington HighHigh
7/10
Hawthorne ElementaryElementary
7/10
Tomas Rivera ElementaryElementary
6/10
Mountain View ElementaryElementary
6/10
Ramona HighHigh
6/10
University Heights MiddleMiddle
6/10
Victoria ElementaryElementary
6/10
Mark Twain ElementaryElementary
6/10
Emerson ElementaryElementary
6/10
Monroe ElementaryElementary
6/10
Chemawa MiddleMiddle
5/10
Pachappa ElementaryElementary
5/10
Summit View Independent StudyOther
5/10
Adams ElementaryElementary
5/10
Central MiddleMiddle
5/10
Highgrove ElementaryElementary
5/10
Jefferson ElementaryElementary
5/10
Madison ElementaryElementary
5/10
John W. North HighHigh
5/10
Raincross High (Continuation)High
4/10
Fremont ElementaryElementary
4/10
William Howard Taft ElementaryElementary
4/10
Harada ElementaryElementary
4/10
Sunshine Special EducationHigh
4/10
Jackson ElementaryElementary
3/10
Liberty ElementaryElementary
3/10
Abraham Lincoln ContinuationHigh
3/10
Matthew Gage MiddleMiddle
3/10
Patricia Beatty ElementaryElementary
3/10
Harrison ElementaryElementary
2/10
Alcott ElementaryElementary
2/10
Sierra MiddleMiddle
2/10
Washington ElementaryElementary
2/10
Longfellow ElementaryElementary
1/10
Educational Options Center State Preschool
Not rated

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alessandro Heights a walkable neighborhood?
No, the neighborhood is not considered walkable. It is a low-density, rural-leaning area where residents rely on personal vehicles to reach local businesses and services.
What is the fire safety risk in Alessandro Heights?
The area faces a higher risk of fire compared to the city average. Residents should stay informed about local fire safety protocols and emergency preparedness.
Are there many businesses or restaurants in Alessandro Heights?
The neighborhood has almost no local commercial character or businesses. It is primarily a residential area, requiring residents to travel outside the neighborhood for shopping and dining.

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