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!
Property Details
Price:
$2,599,900
MLS #:
IV25066379
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
5
Address:
2197 St Lawrence Street
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
252riverside
City:
Riverside
Listed Date:
Mar 26, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
4,858
ZIP:
92504
Lot Size:
111,514 sqft / 2.56 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1929
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Schools
School District:
Riverside Unified
Elementary School:
Harrison
Middle School:
Chemawa
High School:
Arlington
Interior
Appliances
Built- In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Microwave, Propane Range, Range Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
Basement
Finished, Utility
Cooling
Central Air, Dual, Electric
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Living Room, Primary Retreat, Gas, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
Interior Features
2 Staircases, Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Brick Walls, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, In- Law Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Wainscoting, Wet Bar
Window Features
Casement Windows, French/ Mullioned, Plantation Shutters, Shutters
Exterior
Community Features
Horse Trails, Suburban
Electric
Electricity – On Property
Fencing
Chain Link, Cross Fenced, Wrought Iron
Foundation Details
Combination
Garage Spaces
10.00
Lot Features
0-1 Unit/ Acre, Agricultural – Tree/ Orchard, Back Yard, Corners Marked, Cul- De- Sac, Front Yard, Greenbelt, Horse Property, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Rectangular Lot, Level, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Walkstreet, Yard
Parking Features
Auto Driveway Gate, Built- In Storage, Attached Carport, Circular Driveway, Controlled Entrance, Covered, Driveway, Concrete, Paved, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Porte- Cochere, R V Access/ Parking, Tandem Garage, Workshop in Garage
Parking Spots
15.00
Pool Features
Private, Filtered, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Permits
Roof
Clay, Spanish Tile
Security Features
Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Conventional Septic
Spa Features
Private, Gunite, In Ground, Permits
Stories Total
2
View
City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Orchard, Panoramic
Water Source
Other, Public
Financial
Association Fee
0.00
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected
Map
Community
- Address2197 St Lawrence Street Riverside CA
- Area252 – Riverside
- CityRiverside
- CountyRiverside
- Zip Code92504
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2197 St Lawrence Street
Riverside, CA
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