Riverine by Meritage Homes is a smaller single-family new-construction community in Oakley, California (94561), set near the San Joaquin River with about 76 homes. The Meritage Homes sales office sits at 224 Terrace Drive in Oakley, and the community offers four floor plans ranging from roughly 2,343 to 3,247 square feet. If you are weighing a newly built home along the East Contra Costa waterfront, here is a factual look at the plans, the amenities, the assigned schools, and how to shop the community with your own representation.
Where is Riverine in Oakley?
Riverine is located in Oakley, a Delta city in eastern Contra Costa County, near the San Joaquin River. Oakley (ZIP 94561) sits east of Antioch and north of Brentwood, giving buyers access to Highway 4, the Delta waterfront, and the broader East County commute network. The Meritage Homes sales office for Riverine is at 224 Terrace Drive, Oakley.
This is a smaller community, planned at about 76 single-family homes, which gives it a more contained footprint than some of the larger master plans in the area. For the wider picture of what is being built across the city, see my Oakley new-construction guide.
What floor plans does Riverine offer?
Riverine features four single-family floor plans measuring approximately 2,343 to 3,247 square feet. The larger plans are two-story designs, and several of the homes include generous upstairs lofts and flex spaces that can serve as a second living area, a study, or a play area.
- Square footage: approximately 2,343 to 3,247 square feet across four plans.
- Garages: up to a three-bay garage, with a third bay available on some plans.
- Interior features: large upstairs lofts and flex spaces, plus walk-in closets.
Because layouts, options, and included features change over time, confirm current plan details and structural options directly with the builder, and register with me first so I can help you compare them objectively.
Are Riverine homes energy efficient?
Meritage Homes has built homes since 1985 and markets an energy-efficiency focus across its communities. That generally means an emphasis on the building envelope, insulation, and efficient systems. Ask the on-site team for the specific energy features and any certifications that apply to each Riverine plan, since these can vary by plan and elevation.
What amenities does Riverine have?
Riverine includes a community park with a playground and tot lot, along with picnic areas. The community's setting near the San Joaquin River places it within Oakley's Delta landscape, where the waterfront and regional trails are part of the surrounding area.
What schools serve Riverine?
Per the builder, homes at Riverine are associated with Iron House Elementary School, Delta Vista Middle School, and Freedom High School. School boundaries and assignments change, so confirm current assignment with the district for a specific address before you rely on it.
How should you buy a new home at Riverine?
The sales representative in the Meritage Homes office works for the builder, not for you. That person's job is to represent the seller's interests. To have someone on your side of the transaction, have me register you on your first visit to the community so I can represent you at no cost to you as the buyer.
New construction also works differently from a resale purchase. If you are still deciding between the two, my guide on new construction versus resale in East Contra Costa lays out the trade-offs, and my step-by-step guide to buying new construction walks through the process from registration to close.
One item worth checking early is whether the home carries a Mello-Roos special tax, which is common on newer East County subdivisions and affects your total monthly cost. My Mello-Roos explainer covers how these community facilities district taxes work.
Frequently asked questions about Riverine
Who is the builder at Riverine in Oakley?
Riverine is built by Meritage Homes, a builder that has operated since 1985 and markets energy-efficient single-family homes. The community's sales office is at 224 Terrace Drive, Oakley.
How big are the homes at Riverine?
Riverine offers four floor plans measuring approximately 2,343 to 3,247 square feet, several with large upstairs lofts and walk-in closets, and up to a three-bay garage on some plans.
How many homes are in the Riverine community?
Riverine is a smaller community planned at about 76 single-family homes near the San Joaquin River in Oakley.
What schools are assigned to Riverine?
Per the builder, the associated schools are Iron House Elementary, Delta Vista Middle, and Freedom High. Confirm current assignment with the district for a specific address.
Does Riverine have a park?
Yes. The community includes a park with a playground and tot lot plus picnic areas.
What are the prices and current availability at Riverine?
Pricing and availability change frequently and are best confirmed directly. Contact me for current pricing and availability, and I can pull the latest release information for you.
If Riverine is on your list, reach out before your first visit so I can register you and represent your interests through the build. Contact me for current pricing and availability. Call or text Jaz Chand at 925-250-9611, The Jaz Team at Merrill Signature Properties, brand Homes With Accent, DRE #01751823. This is general information, not tax or legal advice.