$244,000   Exquisite 1937  ”Wood Streets” cottage with complete overhaul — Martha Stewart meets Newport Beach!!!  Live in the desirable “Wood Streets” neighborhood but feel like you’re living in a beach cottage.  Once you walk through the front door, don’t be surprised if you think you hear the ocean or seagulls in the distance. 

This adorable 2-bedroom home (with additional bonus room) has been completely renovated with hand-finished original hardwood floors, remodeled open kitchen with slate floor, separate indoor laundry, central air/heat, remodeled bathroom, double-paned windows, and 3 sets of French doors to the backyard.  Approximately 1,000 square feet (not including bonus room AND laundry room), this home certainly feels much larger and brighter due to the current owner’s foresight, remodeling skills, and decorations.

The backyard is as low-maintenance as it gets, with rose bushes, blooming bougainvillea, and a brick walkway with arbor on the side of the home that was lovingly hand-laid, brick by brick, by the current owner.  There is also a small attached one-car garage with auto roll-up door.

The remodeled facade and front porch, in addition to the white rose bushes lining the walkway, is a welcoming aspect of this one-of-a-kind bungalow cottage that will be the envy of all.  The best of both worlds awaits you…. a gorgeous turnkey home, in one of the most desirable commuities in all of Southern California!

This is a STANDARD sale — no bank to deal with!!!

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$210,000 [ IN ESCROW ]   This standard listing has 5 bedrooms, 3.75 bathrooms and is over 3,000 sq ft!  No one has lived hard in this home, so it looks practically brand new!

Newer carpet and paint. One bedroom and a full bathroom downstairs for guests. Downstairs also boasts a formal living room, and a gigantic family room with fireplace and media nook which is adjacent to the large eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel frig, black stove and built-in microwave which stay with the house.  Downstairs you’ll also find the convenient laundry room.

Upstairs you’ll enjoy four large bedrooms, with an enormous master bedroom suite with a gigantic walk-in closet with two separate entry doors (one for each person).  In addition, each bedroom upstairs has access to an adjoining bathroom.

The backyard is gorgeous, complete with lush green grass, automatic irrigation, partial block wall, mature landscaping, palm trees, and a large patio.  Either side of the house could be utilized as a dog run. Tile roof. Great location — only 2.4 miles from the freeway, and walking distance to a beautiful lush park with a playground for children!

This is a standard sale — no bank to deal with!

 $259,900   This “Wood Streets” mid-century home has been lovingly maintained since 1957, when it was built in all its glory at the corner of Brentwood Avenue and Edgewood Place.  With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1400 sq ft of living space, this home sits upon a corner lot that is over 9,000 sq ft (.21/acre). 

Once inside, there’s almost a feeling of still being outside due to so many windows that allow the light to delicately intrude.  Or close the blinds for privacy.  Either way, you will feel right at home with the comfort of a well-built home with modern conveniences of a completely remodeled kitchen with gas cook top, Corian counter tops, built-in oven and microwave, dishwasher, pantry, and breakfast bar.  Central air/heat is also a welcome addition. There’s also a dining room with sliding glass door overlooking the covered patio and expansive park-like backyard.

This lovely home also boasts a separate laundry room off the kitchen which can be closed off with the hidden pocket door.  The 3 bedrooms are all decent size with ample closet space; the master bedroom has an attached remodeled bathroom!  There aren’t too many homes in the “Wood Streets” with a master bedroom ensuite.

Now it’s time to step outside and take advantage of the private backyard almost completely surrounded with a block wall.  Two patios, room for a pool, citrus trees, a hidden shed in the back corner, and lovely landscaping. Don’t forget to walk around the side of the house to see the lovely arbors. 

Brentwood Avenue is a lovely tree-lined street that is reminiscent of New England with the canopy of trees that offer shade and beauty pretty much year ’round!

This is a STANDARD (equity) sale — no bank to deal with!

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$399,900   This 1911 museum-quality Craftsman is best known as the Walter D. Clark House and was designed by master Riverside architect G. Stanley Wilson, who also designed the world-famous Mission Inn and the Riverside Municipal Auditorium.

Homes of this quality, that have sustained their originality for over 100 years, are few and far between.  The original wood throughout the dining room, living room and parlor has never been painted, and most of the original light fixtures were found in the basement and lovingly cleaned and returned to their original locations. This incredible piece of history has been the focus of several home tours, and deserves to be purchased by someone who will appreciate the grandeur and promote the sophistication and diverse cultural elegance of downtown Riverside.

This home sits on a corner lot among other historic homes in the Heritage Square Historic District and boasts over 2700 sq ft with 4 large bedrooms upstairs, small guest room and adjoining bath downstairs, a large living room with box beam ceiling with original light fixtures and fireplace, a parlor with built-in glass-fronted cabinetry, and a large formal dining room with an amazingly intricate box beam ceiling along with a built-in China hutch.

In addition, there are working pocket doors that separate the living room from the formal dining room.  A swinging door leads to the spacious kitchen with granite counter tops and the most charming breakfast nook, and separate laundry room with laundry chute and two utility sinks.  There are creature comforts like central air/heat, newer interior/exterior Benjamin Moore paint, newer water heater and updated electrical.  The large upstairs bathroom retains the original tile floor, sink, and claw foot tub.

A long wraparound porch extends itself along the front facade and toward the low-maintenance side yard.  There is a large basement with interior and exterior acess — perfect for storage and/or a wine cellar. The fully fenced pool-sized lot is 8712 sq ft (.20/acre) with many citrus trees, a gigantic pomegranate tree, and mature shade trees.

This is a STANDARD (equity) sale — no banks to deal with!

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$159,900   [ IN ESCROW ]  Great value for a historic ”Wood Streets” home priced under $160,000 — AND it’s a STANDARD sale!  No waiting weeks for an answer from a bank.  The homeowners will try to answer your offer within 24-48 hours. 

This 1915 cottage is a diamond-in-the-rough.  It’s approximately 1116 sq ft, with 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room, 1 bathroom, indoor laundry, living room with hardwood floors, formal dining room with built-in China hutch, central air/heat, ceiling fans, 9-yr-old roof, deck off the back of the house, and a large yard with mature trees and room for your toys and/or a pool. 

Due to the nature of the cosmetic condition of the home, it may not qualify for FHA financing, so at this time only conventional or cash offers will be considered.

This home is a STANDARD sale! 
No waiting weeks for an answer from a bank. 
Sellers live in the home and will try to answer your offer within 24 hours!

$189,900  [ SALE PENDING ] This historical “Wood Streets” 1914 California bungalow is definitely one-of-a-kind!  The downstairs has 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, while the attic was converted to another bedroom (or family room) with a reading nook, bathroom, and laundry area, including seemingly unlimited storage which will knock your socks off!

As you walk through the front door, you will be in awe of the original hardwood floors, wood-framed windows, and built-in China hutch in the large formal dining room.  There is a wood-burning fireplace, newer central a/c, indoor laundry, cement tile roof, and a basement that is large enough to house a refrigerator, the furnace, and a workbench!

The backyard is large enough to accommodate a pool and/or a large garage (currently there is a 1-car original carriage house with alley access).  

This home is a short sale, but we are experienced short sale Realtors and have successfully closed many short sale transactions! 

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$164,900   [ SALE PENDING ]  This historical “Wood Streets” bungalow has tons of potential. The main house has 2 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms and is just under 1100 square feet.  The living room and dining area are combined, and the fireplace was covered up by a previous homeowner.  Home has newer central air/heat and a composition roof. The kitchen with pantry is ample in size, with indoor laundry attached. 

A long driveway leads to the detached 1-car garage, of which there is a large bonus room attached.  It has a fireplace, sky lights, and has been utilized throughout the years as a master bedroom, an office, and a game room; this room appears to have been permitted, however, buyer is to verify.

There is a side yard perfect for a dog run, and the large back portion of the yard boasts an inground pool/spa with newer pool equipment, and alley access for RV parking.

 This home is a short sale, but we are experienced short sale Realtors and have successfully closed many short sale transactions! 

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GOING TO AUCTION   **Historic Buffs**   Unfortunately, this short sale was rejected by the bank in March 2012, and it is scheduled to go to auction in April 2012.  The historic Walter C. Banks Residence is a 3-level tudor-revival (designated Riverside landmark #119) which was designed by prominent architect Henry Jekel in 1927 and located in the North Hill Historic District in Riverside.  Walter C. Banks of nearby Fairmount Park’s Banks Drive, faithfully and efficiently served the City of Riverside as a member of the Board of Park Commissioners for 26 years, and also purchased the Sun Drug Company (drugstore) on the southeast corner of 7th and Main Streets in downtown Riverside.

This home is comprised of 3 large bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms with approximately 1900 sq ft.  The main living area boasts exposed beams which support the custom plaster walls in the formal sunken living room framed by large windows (with original curtain rods/brackets) and original light fixtures! Bonus room off living room is perfect for reading or as an office, with large window wall and tons of daylight. The oak hardwood floors throughout, with walnut inlay by fireplace, have recently been refinished.

The updated mid-century eat-in kitchen opens onto a breakfast patio and a deck. The formal dining room is generously sized and opens through French doors onto a deck that overlooks the 4-level backyard with stucco block and wrought iron fencing. The entryway includes an original half bath, large walk-in coat closet and stained glass window at the bottom of an open second floor stairway with coved ceiling and original mural by artist, Carl Ruhnau.

More unique features include a bonus/laundry room in basement connected by laundry chute to all floors, a separate workshop with separate entrance, and 2-car garage with the original solid wood sliding doors!

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$179,000   [ SALE PENDING ]  This lovely 3 bedroom, 1.75 bathroom turnkey home (approx 1200 sq ft) sits in the heart of the Palm Heights Historic District near the Riverside Plaza. Wall-to-wall carpeting, central air conditioning and heat, gas and wood-burning fireplace in spacious living room, tile entry, formal dining area attached to kitchen with breakfast bar, dishwasher, gas stove, and pantry. Wide hallway leads to three carpeted bedrooms, each one with mirrored wardrobe doors and a ceiling fan. Master bedroom boasts attached private 3/4 bathroom.

Sliding glass doors off the kitchen lead to the covered patio and large side yard.  Continue walking towards the back of the house and you’ll see a continuation of the pool-sized yard, including a shed.  This yard (7405 sq ft) is perfect for gardening, games, children and pets.  A truly lovely home!

This home is a short sale, but we are experienced short sale Realtors and have successfully closed many short sale transactions! 

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$174,900   [ SALE PENDING ]     ”Wood Streets” mid-century ranch style home (1402 sq ft) on corner lot.  Many upgrades to this 3-bedroom, 1.75-bathroom home built in 1953.  Features include a 10-yr-old composition roof, newer windows and plantation shutters, and newer tile floors in bathrooms.  Living room brick fireplace, formal dining area, plus a bonus room off the kitchen (enclosed breezeway) with newer sliding doors to the covered patio.  Large closets in each bedroom and two separate linen closets in the hallway.

Extensive hardscape in backyard (all new in 2008) including decorative cement, alumawood patio cover, gas firepit, and electric lines running to gazebo area and another area for future built-in bbq.  The backyard also is completely fenced with vinyl fencing, including a separate fenced dog run on the side of the garage.

This home is a short sale, but we are experienced short sale Realtors and have successfully closed many short sale transactions! 

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