It is a great area. There is so much potential for connection between Riverside, North Riverside, Brooklyn and Downtown. North Riverside still has a lot of poverty and decay, but also big trees, old Klutho-designed homes, parks and quiet blocks. One other thing in the works is the community center planned for the church complex on Edison Ave. at Crystal Street. The photograph of the sign that displays RADO and NRCDC and First Guaranty Bank's logos is on the property. Seriously, if you're looking for a really awesome first home, half a mile from all your favorite place in Riverside, this neighborhood is a steal.