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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1st Annual Xeriscape* Tour and Festival

Come join the Wood Streets Green Team, the Sierra Club – San Gorgonio Chapter and Western Municipal Water District this Saturday, May 22, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Riverside Plaza.  This two-part event will be educational and offer a treasure trove of beauty, as well as elevate your water-wise consciousness! 

Part 1 — the FESTIVAL will be held at the action spot in Riverside (The Riverside Plaza).  Main Street will be closed and the street will be lined with booths sponsored by non-profits and businesses, all selected to provide ideas and resources to help you convert your home or business landscaping into a dollar and water-saving visual delight! 

Part 2 — The free, self-guided TOUR will consist of award-winning low-water landscapes throughout the city of Riverside (maps provided at the Sierra Club booth at the Festival Event).

Riverside Public Works will have a composting display.  Despite recent rain, drought will be a permanent fixture in California and combined with the recession, this will help you save water and money at the same time — a win/win event! 

Luke and Suzie Gray, local homeowners of Riverside County, took it upon themselves to re-vamp their yard to reflect their concerns for the environment.  They phased out their grass and introduced drought-tolerant plants. 

*Are you wondering, “What is the definition of the word, XERISCAPE”?  This unique word means: environmental design of residential and park land using various methods for minimizing the need for water use.

For more information, please call 951-684-6203 or look online at www.sangorgonio.sierraclub.org.

September Events at Riverside Plaza

MAIN STREET EVENTS:
Friday Sept 12th  7-9:00 p.m. — Night Tides (Surf Music)
Saturday Sept 13th  7-9:00 p.m. — UC Riverside Salsa Club (Free Salsa Dance Lessons)
Friday Sept 19th  7-9:00 p.m. – Day Trip’n (1960′s British Rock)
Saturday Sept 20th  7-9:00 p.m. – Jazz Caribe featuring Jamaica Bob (Calypso, Reggae & Jazz)
Friday Sept 26th  6-9:00 p.m. – 2008 Deaf Awareness Event (Live Entertainment & More)
Saturday Sept 27th  7-9:00 p.m. – Citrus Swing Orchestra (Big Band, Standards)

WEST END EVENTS (Grassy Area Near El Torito)
Sunday Sept 7th  6-8:00 p.m. – Invitational Open Mic (A Variety of Musical Styles)
Friday Sept 12th  7-9:00 p.m. – Renaissance Blvd. (Soft Rock)
Saturday Sept 13th  7-9:00 p.m. – Hooligan J (Alternative, Blues, Inspirational)
Sunday Sept 14th  6-8:00 p.m. – Invitational Open Mic (A Variety of Musical Styles)
Friday Sept 19th  7-9:00 p.m. – Cloudy Reed (Country & Folk)
Saturday Sept 20th  7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – United Way Day of Caring (Community Involvement Opportunity)
Saturday Sept 20th  7-9:00 p.m. – Richard Candelaria (Classic Oldies)
Sunday Sept 21st  6-8:00 p.m. – Invitational Open Mic (A Variety of Musical Styles)
Friday Sept 26th  7-9:00 p.m. – Cameron (Folk, Inspirational)
Saturday Sept 27th  12-5:00 p.m. – Inland Agency Peace Festival (Free, Fun for the Whole Family)
Saturday Sept 27th  7-9:00 p.m. – Cadillac Phil (1950′s & Rockabilly)
Sunday Sept 28th  6-8:00 p.m. – Invitational Open Mic (A Variety of Musical Styles)

Come out and enjoy the FREE fun, and meet your neighbors!!

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.

 

       

4631 Luther St., Riverside

[ SOLD for $216,000 -- 6/24/2011 ]   “Magnolia Center” mid-century home in excellent excellent excellent condition! No hair out of place!  This home was built in 1950 and has been in the same family for half a century! Three bedrooms and 1.25 bathrooms, 1400 sq ft.  This is the type of house that anyone would be proud to call home — it’s rare to find a home from this era that shows better than most homes half its age!

This turnkey home not only has central heat and air conditioning, but a whole house fan as well.  Gas and wood-burning fireplace in living room.   One of our favorite features (and will be yours too) is the dining room door that leads to the back patio — simply unlatch the glass paneled door and a screen is revealed!  The eat-in kitchen is bright and cheery, complete with tile counter tops, dishwasher, refrigerator and lots of cabinetry.  Right off the kitchen is an extra bathroom and a  full-size laundry room (washer/dryer are included).

The pool-sized yard is approximately 9150 sq ft (.21/acre) and is exquisitely clean and manicured.  There is a shed and a hidden storage area in the back corner for tools, wheel barrow, wood pile, outdoor furniture, raised garden beds, etc.  The attached 2-car garage has a newer automatic roll-up door with a workbench and covered access to the house.

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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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).

5658 Brockton Ave., Riverside

[ SOLD for $205,000 -- 2/25/2011 ] This Wood Streets cottage has 3 bedrooms (bonus room being used as master bedroom) and one bathroom, and home is almost 1400 square feet!  The original hardwood floors throughout have been recently refinished.  The kitchen is original (historic enthusiasts rejoice!) with tile countertops, lots of cabinetry, a brand new gas stove, indoor laundry, and a cute little corner nook for a bistro set to enjoy casual meals. In addition, there’s a formal dining room for larger gatherings.  The bathroom has subway tub tile and a pedestal sink, while the bedrooms have ample closet space and those sparkling hardwood floors!

The exterior was recently painted, and brand new shutters were custom made just for this house!  The front yard has been recently landscaped.  Backyard is spacious enough for a pool, yet currently cross-fenced with rose garden, vegetable garden, fenced dog run, mature shade tree, and a patio!  There is a detached 2-car garage with fenced RV (or big toy) enclosure too!

This is a regular (standard) sale — not a short sale, not a foreclosure!!!  No banks to deal with!  Immediate response from seller!

6094 Elenor Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

[ SOLD for $269,900 ]   Text book cute!  This historical 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single story cottage is approximately 1400 sq ft and was built in 1942 with Colonial Revival style detailing.  This traditional single family residence has been designated as a “Structure of Merit” by the City of Riverside, and has been carefully maintained over the years.

Some wonderful features include updated plumbing, central air/heat, original (and gorgeous) hardwood floors throughout, eat-in kitchen plus formal dining room, original tile in hallway bathroom, original bedroom closet shoe rack, romantic fireplace, crown moulding, indoor laundry, 30-year commercial-grade kitchen lineoleum, and $1,000 whisper-quiet dishwasher.

The recessed brick porch overlooks a large sycamore tree in the front yard.  The backyard is large enough to accommodate a pool if you wish, but for now please enjoy the garden shed, citrus trees and built-in BBQ.   A detached 2-car garage matches the style of the residence, and is accessed by a long Hollywood driveway.  The garage has been drywalled, and an extra room was added for storage, office, or workout room, etc.  The traditional garage door was replaced with French doors; however, a garage door could be easily re-installed.

You couldn’t want better neighbors, nor could you be in a better location which is walking distance to the Riverside Plaza, movie theatre, supermarkets and banks, and just blocks from RCC (Riverside Community College). 

This is a standard sale — this is not a foreclosure or short sale!  Sellers are able and willing to respond to all offers within 24 hours.  No waiting weeks [or months] for a bank’s answer!

Start thinking about how to spend your First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit … as long as you qualify, are under contract by April 30th, and close escrow by June 30th!!

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