3695 Bandini Ave., Riverside

[ SOLD for $171,000 -- 3/21/2012 ]   Charming “Wood Streets” California Bungalow built in 1919 with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.  The hallway linen closet was modified into a stairway which now leads to two additional rooms in the attic (perfect for playroom, storage, additional bedrooms, or workout space).  The square footage is approximately 1100, not including the upstairs rooms.

This adorable home boasts hardwood floors, fireplace, wood molding, original built-ins, original drop-down windows in kitchen nook, original bathroom sink and cabinetry, and a breezy front porch to sit upon and sip a cool drink on a warm day.  The spacious pool-sized backyard is ripe with citrus trees, and last but not least a storm cellar which houses the furnace and hot water heater, in addition to lots of storage! 

Another sucessful short sale …. sold by ‘The Sister Team”!!!! 

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Riverside’s Historic Victoria Avenue

 

So many times, we take for granted all of the wonderful places and things to do in the cities where we live.  Today, my friend Suzie encouraged me to wake earlier than usual and head out for a 5-mile walk along the City of Riverside’s historic Victoria Avenue.  This 4-mile-long botanical and scenic parkway, which was created in 1892, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is dotted with palm trees, citrus trees, rosebushes, benches, and even a convenient bike trail.

In 2002, Tara and I joined some friends for a 3-day 60-mile breast cancer fundraiser walk, and we proudly used Victoria Avenue as our training ground.  Due to many trees, there is some scattered mid-day shade which encourages walking most anytime of the day, except when the summer temperatures rise above the 3-digit mark!

I encourage you to take some time to smell the roses (literally) and walk, jog or bike along historic Victoria Avenue for some fresh air, sunshine and exercise!  Maybe I’ll see you out there…

~April Glatzel

1881 Arroyo Drive

[ SOLD for $480,000 ]    This one-of-a-kind 5 bedroom, 4 bath pool home is nestled and tucked away at the end of prestigious Arroyo Drive in the “Victoria” neighborhood of Riverside — you gotta see it to believe it!  Privacy and fantastic views to die for!  Sellers have spared no expense, from the brand new stove and dishwasher in the newly remodeled kitchen to the gorgeous hardwood floors and remodeled bathrooms!  Spacious and open kitchen allows you to see and enjoy the family room and formal dining room.  Master bedroom suite is completely private and separate from other bedrooms, with a breathtaking view, and French doors leading to the 2-year-old wraparound wood deck to enjoy coffee in the morning or dinner in the evening!  The main house is 2907 sq ft and the pool room is 450 sq ft, great for entertaining or a fun getaway for the kids!  Huge custom-built laundry room with tons of storage.  Also, a very handy mud room for even more storage. 3-year-old exterior paint, dual A/C units, two fireplaces, 12-year-old roof, fruit trees, and 2-car garage with roll-up door.

All of this just down the street from The Victoria County Club, established in 1903 and possibly the State’s first such country club; it’s situated above and in the arroyo and offers a beautiful and natural environment.  The “Victoria” neighborhood is historic with streets that flow with the land, following the natural contours.  Varying house elevations make for an ever-changing urban environment.  Victoria has been part of Riverside since its foundation.

You can be in your new home in time for the holidays!

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Free Family Fun Day

Come visit Captain Carl and his Mobile Tidepool at the Riverside Metropolitan Museum!  The Captain will bring marine life from our local ocean to discuss how climate change is affecting our fragile ecosystem. 

Kids will have the opportunity to hold a starfish, squeeze a sea squirt, and touch an urchin!  This unique experience will teach children about the shared responsibility in caring for these special animals and their environment.

When:     Sunday, May 3, 2009
                 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Where:   Riverside Metropolitan Museum
                 3580 Mission Inn Avenue
                 (951) 826-5273
Cost:       FREE

The Family Fun Day Program at the Riverside Metropolitan Museum is generously sponsored by the Riverside Arts Council.

Darren Butler Speaks on Getting Started with Edibles

This seminar is perfect for professionals, homeowners, community activists, volunteers, chefs, kitchen gardeners, and foodies. Darren will discuss plant selection and placement for Inland residents, using annuals in the edible landscape, innovative approaches to maximizing food production in perennial plantings, and sources of materials, seeds, and plants.

Darren Butler is a consulting arborist, ecological designer and landscape specialist. For more information about Darren Butler and his workshops, see http://www.EcoWorkshops.com

The seminar is held from 6:30 – 9:15 pm. Friday, March 13 at the:
Universalist Unitarian Church of Riverside
3657 Lemon Street, Riverside, CA 92501

Here is a flyer on the seminar..

The cost is $10 per person a true bargain. Advance registration is requested.

Riverside Alumnae Panhellenic Home Tour

Saturday, October 18, 2008, marks the 57th annual Home Tour of the Riverside Alumnae Panhellenic Association (RAPA).  Each year, the fundraising tour consists of four to six interesting and beautiful homes in the Riverside area, and you are guaranteed to see beautiful, artistic, and one-of-a-kind residences for a reasonable donation of $20.  Proceeds support many local charities and several college scholarships to ladies graduating high school and attending a college or university with NPC (National Panhellenic Conference) sororities.

Home Tour:  11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. featuring four homes (self-guided)

Tea and Cookies: 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Evergreen Masonic Center at 5801 Chicago Avenue.  The tea will include two fashion shows (1:30 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.) with fashions by Stephenson Cree and cookies baked by members of RAPA.

Tickets:  $20 pre-tour and $25 day-of.  You can find pre-tour tickets for sale at the following businesses:

• Gottschalks at the Riverside Plaza
• Parkview Nursery on Jackson
• Parkview Nursery on Chicago
• The Gardener’s Cottage in Canyon Crest
• The UPS Store in Mission Grove
• The UPS Store at La Sierra Plaza
• Delights & Invites in downtown Riverside
• Riverside Visitor’s Center
• IQP Independent Quality Printing in Riverside

A quote from a 2007 recipient which reminds us why the Panhellenic Home Tour is so important: “…words alone could never let you know how you have helped me to realize my dream.  I will always remember and one day plan to help someone as you have helped me.”

The 2008 Home Tour is expecting between 700 to 900 patrons!  Questions should be directed to Diana Kantola and Lora Laine, Home Tour Co-Chairs at riversidepanhellenic@yahoo.com.

4171 Homewood Ct., Riverside

 

[ SOLD  for $221,000 -- 8/17/2011 ]  “Wood Streets” California Bungalow built in 1912 by J. H. Oldendorf. There are 3 standard bedrooms in addition to another large room (sans closet) that is currently used as an office, but could be used as a 4th bedroom! Total living square footage is 1432 sq ft. The bathroom is exceedingly charming, and wait til you see the magnificent formal dining room, complete with built-in hutch with leaded-glass doors, wood beamed ceiling, chunky window molding, and plate rails.

Then feast your eyes upon the turn-of-the-century clinker brick wood-burning fireplace! Original hardwood floors, central air/heat, some original push-button light switches, updated kitchen with smooth Corian countertops, unique backsplash, newer vinyl floor that looks like real wood, antique gas stove with griddle and walk-in pantry! Enclosed laundry porch with utility sink, and back yard that is completely surrounded by a privacy block wall. Your raised bed gardens await!

This home is a standard sale — no bank to deal with.
All offers will be looked at and responded to immediately.

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4174 Ramona Dr., Riverside

[ SOLD for $274,500 -- 8/12/2011 ]   Two on a lot!  This Wood Streets home, and guest apartment, were built in 1938 by the current owner’s grandfather!  This home has been in the same family for SEVENTY-THREE (73) years!  One of the nicest cul-de-sac streets in the historic Wood Streets neighborhood, with long-time residents, beautiful neighboring homes, and a front-row seat to enjoy the Mt. Rubidoux fireworks every 4th of July!  This is a great investment property — positive cash flow!!!

The main house is approximately 1500 square feet, with two large bedrooms, and two bathrooms.  Hardwood floors grace the living room and formal dining room.  The kitchen was updated in the 1980′s and boasts a large walk-in pantry, dishwasher and nook area.  Central air/heat unit only a few years old.  The exterior was painted only two years ago.  The pool-sized back yard spreads out behind the apartment, and there’s also an old-fashioned brick barbecue.

The apartment house is permitted, has approximately 500 square feet living space, including a kitchen and bedroom.  This unit sits atop a 2-car garage; there is also a separate 2-car garage, making that FOUR garages total!  Those with vintage cars or toys would appreciate the garage space!

This home is a standard sale.  No banks to deal with.

 

       

4540 Linwood Pl., Riverside

[ SOLD for $210,000 -- 6/10/2011 ]   “Wood Streets” mid-century home in very good and original condition; mostly original with the exception of a lovely master bedroom suite which was added (and permitted) 22 years ago!  Approximately 1400 sq ft, this well-maintained home has been in the same family for 56 years.  Home was built in 1951 and current owner purchased it in 1955.

Interior features: Central heat and air conditioning!  Three good-size bedrooms, two of which have the lovely hardwood floors exposed.  Living room with fireplace, large picture window, and hardwood floors under carpeting.  Two bathrooms in very good condition.  Kitchen with tile counter tops, convenient nook area, and built-in ironing board.  Large indoor laundry room.

Exterior features:  Detached two-car garage with automatic roll-up door and drywalled interior.  Pool-sized backyard approximately 8300 sq ft (.19/acre).  Driveway is long enough for RV parking if needed.

This home is a standard sale — no bank to deal with.  All offers will be looked at and responded to immediately.

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3732 Ramona Dr., Riverside

[ SOLD for $235,000 -- 4/22/2011 ]   This historical California Bungalow was built in 1917 and has been in the same family for over 50 years!  A ‘standard’ sale, this 3 bedroom (plus upstairs bonus room), 2 bathroom home has been well-maintained all these years, and is “clean as a whistle”.  From the classic curb appeal with large front porch to the pool-sized backyard, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anything wrong with this home!

In addition to the old-world charm, you’ll enjoy the approximate 1500 square feet of living space, the 2-year-old central air/heat system, hardwood floors under freshly cleaned carpet, gas log fireplace, indoor laundry room, and sparkling clean original double-hung windows, some with multiple upper lights.  The large formal dining room wouldn’t be complete without the original built-in hutch, along with a window seat, perfect for storing your table leaf, blankets, linens, decorations, etc.

The serene pool-sized backyard (lot size 7840 sq ft) is bursting with citrus trees (lemon, navel orange, Valencia orange and grapefruit) along with a covered patio, 2-car detached garage and an RV access gate off the alley.  You will also be able to view the annual Mt. Rubidoux fireworks from the front porch!

This home has also been designated a City of Riverside “Structure of Merit“, which means this home “materially benefits the historic, architectural or aesthetic character of the neighborhood”.

This home is a STANDARD sale (not a short sale, not a bank repo).

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