MATTHEW RIORDAN
Matthew is a dedicated, experienced real estate professional who is ready to walk you through every step from start to finish. Matthew is a licensed agent, not a salesperson, so whether you are buying or selling a home, you know you can trust him to do what is right for you. Not only is he e-PRO certified for Internet Professionalism, but he also uses the most cutting-edge marketing and up-to-date technology, exhausting all avenues to get the maximum exposure for your home. A Graduate of the University of Arkansas Little Rock with a degree in Finance, Matthew has been around the real estate business his entire life, watching and learning from his Father. His satisfied customers agree that he provides the highest level of service, consistently follows-up and they appreciate the savvy know-how he brings to their real estate transaction. He also ensures that your deal will be closed on time and he is committed to working seven days a week for you. Matthew knows the importance of constantly sharpening his skills and staying informed of recent changes in the real estate market, as well as the tax and real estate laws. He is also constantly seeking to improve his service, negotiating ability and marketing approach by training with some of the top Realtors in the country and he is currently taking classes towards his MBA at the University of Arkansas Little Rock. When he's not helping clients find the perfect home, this veteran of the United States Air Force is an active member in the Little Rock community.
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Situated on the shores of the Arkansas River, Little Rock is a charming city that features a mild climate, natural beauty and Southern hospitality, making this a place that residents are happy to call home. Real estate options consist of single-family detached homes, condominiums, townhouses and land lots. Little Rock, the capital city of Arkansas, has a population around 180,000, but if you include the surrounding bedroom communities, it climbs to almost half a million. The town is big enough to support amenities that usually come with larger cities, but it?s also small enough that the inconveniences and problems associated with metropolitan areas aren?t as prevalent. Little Rock and the surrounding area are not quite Western, not quite Southern, not quite Midwestern. While it is true that the city leans toward the South, especially when you eat some of the down-home cooking or overhear a Southern drawl, there?s also a lot of diversity, making it a dynamic city. The lively theater scene and one of the world?s largest collections of drawings on paper attest to its culturally conscious citizens. A growing Hispanic community and rich civil rights history are evidence of ethnic diversity. Arkansas?s natural beauty gracefully emerges from the depths of the Delta and the peaks of the Ozarks to blend within the city. Little Rock also features great schools, fantastic public parks and a small-town feel, where it?s never hard to strike up a conversation with a stranger, become active in a cause or just borrow a cup of sugar from your neighbor.
REAL ESTATE
There is a wide range of housing options available in Little Rock, including single-family detached homes, condominiums and townhouses. Single-family detached homes start at around $50,000 and range up to the mid-$400,000s, but can go higher for the most spectacular older estate properties or brilliant new homes with golf course frontage. There are a wide range of options available and prices will vary based on area and a number of factors. The area also features condominiums and townhouses, which typically range between the low $100,000s and the mid-$300,00s. Some of the new condominium complexes feature resort-style swimming pools, exercise rooms and community centers, and are in fantastic downtown locations. Land is also available in the area for custom building.
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In 1673, the first European explorers to travel through the Arkansas River wilderness encountered the friendly Quapaw Indians. Nine years later the famed La Salle Expedition landed at "La Petite Roche," the little rock that rested along the wild banks of the Arkansas. Both French and Spanish expeditions followed, but even as late as 1819, when the Arkansas territory was created, the Little Rock area was still little more than a wilderness. The graceful bluffs of "La Petite Roche," did not go unnoticed for long. Little Rock became the seat of the new territorial government in 1821 and in 1831 was incorporated as a city. In 1836, Little Rock became the capital of the state of Arkansas.
The setting for modern-day Little Rock is picturesque with The Ozark Plateau to the north, Ouachita Mountains to the west and Delta farmland to the east, all of which offer an enticing variety of recreational possibilities. Mother Nature is at her best, providing endless opportunity for water skiing, hunting, mountain biking and hiking ? all within an hour?s drive. And don't forget the public golf courses, which offer peaceful views along the Arkansas River and some of the most challenging links in the state.
Through the years, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has constructed, acquired and purchased land and lakes to provide outdoor enthusiasts with places to hunt, fish and enjoy the great outdoors. More than 100 lakes and wildlife management areas span thousands of acres across the state. Visitors and residents return to central Arkansas lakes again and again to take advantage of the opportunity to fish in its bountiful waters
About 12 miles west of the city, Pinnacle Mountain State Park touts more than 40 miles of hiking trails, two of which lead to the top of the mountain. The park encompasses part of the 225-mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail, which begins at Talimena State Park in Oklahoma. In Little Rock, Burns Park encompasses more than 1,500 acres and is one of the largest city-owned parks in the country. While most of the area is still wooded, several sections have been developed into ballparks, hiking trails, a miniature golf course, an amusement park, bocce ball courts, a BMX bike track, a disc golf course, playgrounds, soccer fields and an overnight RV campground. There are also picnic areas, a tennis and racquetball complex, and a golf course. Beautifully landscaped Riverfront Park in Downtown Little Rock is the site of many festivals, the largest being Memorial Day weekends Riverfest.
Near Riverfront Park, the city?s River Market District, which sits on the Arkansas River, teems with restaurants, nightspots, shops and museums. Across the river sits the Alltel Arena, which holds up to 18,000 people for concerts, sports events and more.
The Clinton Presidential Library and Museum is another of the exciting attractions in this part of town. and serves as the repository for the official records of the Clinton Presidency. In addition to the archival collection and research facilities, it features exhibits and other educational opportunities. The museum includes 20,000 square feet of exhibit space on two levels and features replicas of the Oval Office and the Cabinet Room. Permanent exhibits utilizing photographs, videos and interactive stations include a 100-foot-long timeline presenting the day-to-day work of the President and alcoves highlighting domestic and foreign policy efforts and achievements. Other exhibits focusing on life in the White House include displays of presidential gifts and other objects related to state visits, holidays and cultural celebrations.
Greater Little Rock is rich in cultural treasurers. The best of state's theaters, music concerts and galleries are all here. The Arkansas Arts Center contains one of the best collections of drawings in the world. The Arkansas Repertory Theatre and Wildwood Park bring legendary productions to life on its stages. And the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra regularly draws the finest musicians in the world. Using the talents of both professional and community performers, the Children?s Theatre produces seven main stage productions each year.
The Aerospace Education Center, home to Arkansas' only IMAX Theater, offers a host of aviation and aerospace exhibits, including an original Sopwith Camel and a replica of the Wright Flyer. The IMAX Theater offers a wide variety of science related films. The Center welcomes groups, meetings, events, and summer campers.
The schools in town are top-notch as part of the Little Rock School District, which operates 31 elementary schools, eight middle schools, five high schools, an early childhood center, a career-technical center, an accelerated learning center and two alternative learning centers. More than 55% of teachers hold a master's degree or higher, and many of our educators have been honored with state and national awards, including the National Education Association Salute to Excellence in Education Award, the Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award and the NASSP/MetLife Arkansas Principal of the Year Award. Our students, who are offered more Advanced Placement (AP) and Pre-AP courses than any other students in the state, have gone on to attend the finest colleges and universities in the nation (Columbia, Harvard, Princeton and Yale, just to name a few). The LRSD regularly has more National Merit Semifinalists than any other school district in the state.
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