4161 University Riverside, CA 92501
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Key Details
Sold Price $850,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,352 sqft
Price per Sqft $361
MLS Listing ID IV25257671
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1907
Lot Size 6,534 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
This exceptional residence is proudly protected under the Mills Act Contract, a coveted California program that provides substantial property tax savings to owners of qualified historic homes in exchange for preserving their architectural integrity offering both financial benefit and the honor of safeguarding local heritage.
Built in 1907 and located within the Evergreen Quarter Historic District and the Downtown Specific Plan, this stunning American Foursquare balances timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern enhancements. Ideally situated within walking distance to the Mission Inn, Fox Theater, Riverside Art Museum, Riverside Public Library, and the city's most beloved dining destinations, the home embodies Riverside's cultural and architectural legacy.
From the moment you arrive, the home makes a statement with two stately entry points and a newly stained front porch an inviting space for morning coffee or evening gatherings beneath mature shade trees. Inside, a gracious formal sitting room flows into a warm family room rich with original woodwork and period detailing. The formal dining room is a showpiece, featuring classic built-ins and a brick fireplace crafted from historic Mission Inn bricks.
The spacious kitchen blends timeless design with modern convenience, complemented by an updated downstairs bathroom and a separate laundry room that add charm and function. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms offer original moldings, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light, along with two elegant bathrooms that continue the blend of old world character and modern comfort.
Outside, the expansive backyard is a private retreat with multiple seating areas, a large covered entertaining porch, and lush landscaping anchored by a majestic sycamore tree and three mature 50-year-old lemon trees. Additional highlights include updated electrical ready for a sauna or hot tub, newer A/C units, and ample parking with space for up to six vehicles at the rear of the property and garage.
Lovingly restored and meticulously maintained, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Riverside's living history where every detail tells a story and every space feels like home. Select key furnishings will remain. Come experience and fall in love with Riverside's heritage through this extraordinary home.
Location
State CA
County Riverside
Area 252 - Riverside
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Dining Room
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Rain Gutters
Parking Features Door-Multi, Garage, On Street
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Wood
Pool None
Community Features Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
View Y/N No
View None
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System
Story 2
Foundation Raised
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction No
Schools
School District Riverside Unified
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard, Trust
Bought with RICHARD BERENSON THE ASSOCIATES REALTY GROUP
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
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