3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1,431 SQUARE FEET | 7,841 SQFT LOT | BUILT 1937 | Offered at $769,000
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This charming residence was built in 1937 and features classic details like hardwood flooring, multi-pane wood frame windows and smooth plaster walls. The inviting front porch, where the current owners have on countless occasions sat to chat with neighbors, is a good example of the lifestyle this property affords. The living room showcases gorgeous 1930’s craftsmanship like the hand floated coved ceiling and decorative wood burning fireplace both complimented by the warmth of the hardwood floors. The main home features three spacious bedrooms, a beautifully updated hall bath as well as a stylish powder room. The kitchen features natural granite countertops accented by a stone backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The fourth room is a detached, standalone bonus structure offering incredible flexibility. It was originally designed as a premium home office but could also make a great studio space or home gym. The rear grounds have been transformed into a tranquil garden sanctuary following a recent landscape renovation, offering multiple seating areas to unwind amidst mature trees and vibrant flowering shrubs. Beyond its historic character, the property features a suite of major modern upgrades: a brand-new roof, a newer HVAC system, copper plumbing, an upgraded electrical panel complete with an EV charging station, and a whole-house fan to maximize seasonal cooling efficiency. Finally, this property is located in the Wood Streets Neighborhood Conservation Area. Long known for its 1920’s Period Revival style homes and dense canopy of mature trees, this neighborhood has been a celebrated staple of the Riverside housing stock for over a century. This home is truly an idyllic retreat and yet is just two miles to the vibrant core of Downtown Riverside and only one mile to the beautiful Bonaminio Park and historic trails of Mount Rubidoux.
City of Riverside
The heart of the Inland Empire, Riverside offers an extraordinary blend of historic charm, forward-thinking economic growth, and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle that presents a compelling alternative to coastal congestion. Founded in the 1870s, Riverside became the prosperous birthplace of the California citrus industry, a heritage still visible today in its lush greenbelts, historic landmark homes as well as stunning civic architecture and of course the world-renowned Mission Inn Hotel. Today, it is a dynamic, growing city of roughly 320,000 residents, characterized by a diverse, highly educated demographic fueled by UC Riverside, Cal Baptist University, La Sierra University and Riverside Community College. This deep talent pool has catalyzed massive economic development, transforming the city into a thriving hub for technology, healthcare, logistical innovation, and green enterprise, all supported by a business-friendly infrastructure that attracts professionals and families from across the nation.
For out-of-area buyers seeking the quintessential Southern California experience without sacrificing space or tranquility, Riverside’s deliberate urban planning stands out. Recent City Council decisions have heavily emphasized smart growth, downtown revitalization, and transit-oriented development, while simultaneously enforcing strict voter-approved conservation initiatives like Proposition R and Measure C. These unique local mandates permanently protect the city’s spectacular natural topography including its craggy granite hillsides and deep arroyos from the dense suburban sprawl seen elsewhere in the region.
Crucially for relocators, Riverside serves as the ultimate geographical anchor for Southern California exploration. It is uniquely and centrally located, putting world-class Pacific beaches, wild snow-capped mountain ranges, and globally unique desert landscapes all within about an hour’s drive. Riverside residents also enjoy easy access to three distinct metropolitan powerhouse regions, each offering its own world of activities: the cultural landmarks, entertainment industry, and culinary scenes of Los Angeles; the pristine coastal luxury, shopping, and theme parks of Orange County; and the relaxed, sun-drenched coastal vibes and historic districts of San Diego.
Nowhere is this harmonious balance between regional connectivity, premium luxury, and preserved nature more evident than in Alessandro Heights. For a discerning buyer relocating from out of state, Alessandro Heights represents the pinnacle of Riverside real estate, where grand custom estate homes are seamlessly carved into rolling hills and rugged ridgelines. Positioned between the Alessandro and Prenda Arroyos, this exclusive enclave offers panoramic, high-altitude views of the region and unmatched natural privacy. Because the surrounding canyons and native coastal sage scrub are contractually protected as vital wildlife corridors, residents enjoy a serene, estate-shielded lifestyle that feels entirely removed from the world, yet sits just minutes from a booming metropolitan center and the very best that Southern California has to offer.
6809 BROCKTON AVENUE, RIVERSIDE CA 92506 (951) 961-1609 CALRE#01922817