[ SOLD for $249,900 — 11/30/2011 ] We’re talking value here! Price per square footage is close to $100/sq ft in the historic “Wood Streets” neighborhood — almost unheard of! This 2-story “Wood Streets” home boasts 2,440 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms (2 masters downstairs), 3 bathrooms (1 upstairs), central air/heat, gigantic family room, living room with fireplace, formal dining…
Today, Sunday, April 17th, from 11 am to 5 pm, come on out to the historical “Wood Streets” neighborhood to marvel over six private gardens that demonstrate sustainable gardening techniques including edible landscaping, composting, drip irrigation, and water-efficient landscaping including many native plants. A local expert will be available at each garden to answer visitors’…
Come on down to Main Street, between University and 5th Street on Saturday, April 16th, from noon to 4:00 p.m. for an Easter egg hunt, Easter egg contest with prizes, face painting, Easter Bunny and photo ops, live entertainment, shopping and dining, and more! Easter egg contest rules: Hop into a downtown business to collect…
Please join the Inland Empire in honoring all veterans at the 6th Annual Salute to Veterans Parade on Saturday, April 16th, at 10 a.m. The parade route: Magnolia and Ramona (RCC) to Market and 10th, to the Historic Riverside County Courthouse on Main Street. Spectator Pre-Parade Parking: Use the RCC parking structure to park and walk down…
[ SOLD for $415,000 — 3/04/2011 ] Hawarden Hills spectacular beauty! This stunning 4-bedroom custom home has a European flare. Enter through the solid rosewood double doors (featured in the Doors of Riverside poster) to a tiled entry imported from Spain. Large formal living room, and spacious family room with mahogany floors and fireplace. Sub-zero refrigerator and stainless appliances. Counter tops…
Not even a week ago, we were riding our bicycles in the Wood Streets neighborhood, enjoying the long-awaited 90 degree weather, surrounded by blooming iris, daffodils and lilies. Yet today, we had a “sun shower,” something that Tara and I enjoyed as children in Pennsylvania, but rarely experience in California. The sun was as bright as you could imagine,…
While riding our bikes in the Wood Streets this morning, we came across these beautiful Irises on Highland Place and wanted to share them with you. Proof positive that Spring has Sprung in Southern California! Such beauty and serenity makes us realize just how fortunate we are to live in the Wood Streets! My Chihuahua mix rescue,…
[ 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…
[ 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,…
[ 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…
Tonight (Saturday, March 26, 2011) for one full hour at 8:30 p.m. lights will switch off around the globe for Earth Hour. In 2010, over 128 countries participated and people from all walks of life turned off their lights. The goal is to reflect beyond the hour and think about what you can change in your…
Nowadays, the world is all about ‘going green’ in our actions by recycling, using less water, etc. With a million messages coming at us from all areas (news, politics, fashion, and even technology), it’s easy to get caught up in the big picture without realizing how your actions stack up. The truth is, that everything…
