4631 Luther St., Riverside

[ SOLD for $216,000 ]   “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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5658 Brockton Ave., Riverside

[ SOLD for $205,000 ] 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!

5525 Applecross Dr., Riverside

 

[ SOLD for $275,000 ]  Sold in less than a week, for FULL PRICE in August 2010! Welcome to paradise! One of the nicest homes and yards in this neighborhood, bar none! This turnkey 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 1555 sq ft, 2-story home sits at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Beginning with rosebushes in the front yard, a cute porch beckons you inside to tile entry, neutral carpeting, plantation window shutters throughout, bright kitchen with tile counter tops and tile flooring, dishwasher, central air/heat, separate indoor laundry room, a built-in desk in upstairs hallway, and a master bedroom suite with cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet and double sinks.

A tropical backyard rounds out this deal of the century, with palm trees, blooming hibiscus, built-in gas barbecue, and last but not least: a gorgeous in-ground pool/spa with waterfall and built-in slide for the kids! Quiet neighborhood, no HOA, easy freeway access. Don’t hesitate on this beauty — you won’t need to put one penny into this gorgeous home — just move right in!

~Not a short sale ~ Not a foreclosure ~ Quick escrow available ~

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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

4326 Elmwood Court

[ SOLD for $269,900 ]  Talk about curb appeal — and affordabilityl!!!  The porch on
this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom “Wood Streets” bungalow is just calling your name!  With approx 1330 sq ft, this 1927 home boasts fresh interior paint, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, fireplace, large living room combined with formal dining area, central air and heat, spacious kitchen with dishwasher and gas stove, indoor laundry, and master bedroom suite with private bathroom.  Period wood casement windows add to the charm of this desirable “Wood Streets” neighborhood family home! 

Huge attic space could be converted to another bedroom/bathroom.  In addition, you’ll find a covered patio which is perfect for year-round entertaining and/or relaxing!  The large pool-sized backyard with meandering walkway leads you to a mature shade tree and shed.  Many beautiful and colorful rosebushes dot the landscape, and a long driveway with enough room for RV and/or boat parking as well.

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!

One of the main reasons this historical neighborhood is so popular and desirable, is that real families live and interact here!  You’ll see neighbors walking their dogs, pushing baby strollers, riding bicycles, and organizing block parties!  There are also scheduled ‘Walks with the Mayor’, a farmers market, fundraising home tours, museums, and so much more!  Come be a part of this magical neighborhood!

Start packing … and 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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4333 Maplewood Pl

[ SOLD for $306,500] This is a rare, one-owner, meticulously-maintained “Wood Street” home built by famous Riverside builder, Harry Marsh! This one-of-a-kind home sits on one of the most desirable streets in Riverside, lined with an envious canopy of 50-yr-old ash trees. You’ll swear you’re in a quaint New England town! This sprawling ranch-style is almost 1800 sq ft, with a huge master suite with giant private bathroom and walk-in closet! Bright and spacious kitchen with corner sink and breakfast nook. Separate indoor laundry room comes with washer and dryer! Central air/heat, comp roof in excellent condition, detached 2-car garage with work bench and built-in cabinetry. Private and elegantly tiered backyard is completely enclosed with block walls, lush landscaping, a bird bath, a plethora of blooming rose bushes, and a separate walled-off section behind garage for pets or garden! Incredible home!!!