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2197 St Lawrence Street

Riverside, CA 92504

$2,599,900

List Price

5

bed Beds

5

shower Baths

4,858 sqft

straighten / sqft

1929

calendar_month Built

Property Description

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS- HISTORIC GREENBELT- Very rare original Orchard Home set on a long driveway off of a secluded cul-de-sac creating a very rural feel yet just a few short minutes across Historic Victoria Avenue to the 91 freeway and all the necessities! Built for the Chester S. Riley family in 1929 and originally centered in their 80 acres Citrus Grove, This home is currently offered for first time in over 45 years only the second time in its history! Enter the property down the Jacaranda flanked private drive to the imposing entry gate from which you get a peak at this stunning Italianate Residence perched on a promontory in the center of the property; Upon entering your are welcomed in the circular driveway under the shelter of the porte cochre and the impressive iron and glass entry door. The stately foyer with elegant stairway affords views into the massive formal living room with original Batchelder tile fireplace as well as the library/study and formal dining room; The expansive kitchen and breakfast room are to your right while the ground floor bedroom with ensuite bath or to your left. At the end of the family room is the short staircase down to the family room with a fireplace, billiard space and walk-behind bar. There is also an additional guest bath. Ascending the staircase to the upper hall where you will find 4 additional bedrooms including the primary suite with 4 closets and a sitting room with fireplace; A backstair leads conveniently down to the kitchen area. The grounds are beautifully maintained with sweeping lawns and mature specimen shade trees; The Orange Grove is irrigated with Gage Canal water delivered to the property by authority of the 3 water shares that convey with the residence. The pool area across from the front of the residence offers some sense of whimsy with the bridge crossing over it; The garage which was originally used to house farming equipment is capable of holding at least 10 cars plus the additional covered parking of the carport for up to six more vehicles! Ample room for the development of horse stable and corrals in the event the owners desires! Incredibly well maintained over the past 45 years with all of the original Art-Deco Era details in tact including bathroom tiles/fixtures as well as most of the original lighting details including chandeliers and wall sconces. Original steel casement windows in excellent condition throughout! Truly a unique opportunity to own a piece of history!

Listing Information

List Price $2,599,900
Status Active
MLS IV25066379
HOA $0
Type Residential
Subtype Single Family Residence
Year Built 1929
Lot Size 111,514
Structure Size 4,858
DOM 1
Courtesy Of COMPASS
Listing Agent BRAD ALEWINE DRE#01104973
Co-Listing Agent ANDREW VILLALOBOS DRE#01922817

Interior Features

Laundry Information
Location(s) Inside, Laundry Room
Kitchen Information
Features Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, None
Total Bedroom
Bedrooms 5
Bathroom Information
Features Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Linen Closet, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Vanity
Total Bathroom
Bathrooms 5
Flooring Information
Material Carpet, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Information
Features Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Additional Information
Additional Features Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Chair Rail, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Paneling/Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room
Cooling Type
Cooling Type Central Air, Dual, Electric
Heating Type
Heating Type Central, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned

Exterior Information

Other Structures
Structures Second Garage,Gazebo,Storage,Workshop
Features Lanai, Open, Patio, Terrace
Views City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Orchard, Panoramic

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Listing information courtesy of: BRAD ALEWINE, ANDREW VILLALOBOS, COMPASS 951-347-8832. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of Mar 27th, 2025 at 10:43 PM and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.