Blackwater Reserve vs Rivers Cove
Two Santa Rosa communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-08-18.
| Metric | Blackwater Reserve | Rivers Cove |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $304K | $292K |
| Price per sq ft | $182 | $165 |
| Avg days on market | 44 days | 67 days |
| Months of supply | 3.6 mo | 2.5 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | +7% |
| Recent closings | 98 | 87 |
The verdict
Blackwater Reserve carries the higher median price — about 4% above Rivers Cove. Homes in Blackwater Reserve sell faster (44 days on market vs 67). Rivers Cove is the tighter market on inventory (2.5 months of supply).
Go deeper on each: Blackwater Reserve homes, photos & schools · Rivers Cove homes, photos & schools
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