2838 Rumsey Drive
Riverside, CA, 92506
$1,695,000
4 Beds
5 Baths
3,526 SqFt
1.15 Acres
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HISTORIC RUMSEY DRIVE- THE HISTORIC "POLO BARN HOUSE"- Possibly one of Riverside’s most storied properties, this home was created from a barn that originally sheltered horses for the Riverside Tennis and Polo Club (later evolving into Victoria Club) in the 1950s. Preceding the incorporation of The Victoria Club it was known as the Riverside Golf and Polo Club. The Polo fields were located just south of Central Avenue where the field side stables and original clubhouse exist today converted into residences when the "Sungold" Tract was developed in the mid 1950s! This structure was converted to a residence as well and expanded and improved by each of the four subsequent owners over the last 70 years. If Martha Stewart ever resided in Riverside this would have been her home and studio! The main living area is comprised of the original main barn with the original wood beamed ceiling, horizontal random Redwood paneling, hand-set stone floors and the addition of a stunning massive brick fireplace. The warmth and charm exhibited in this rambling residence is truly unique and leaves all who visit with a special experience. Once the home of noted life-style author Emily Barnes and featured in several magazines including House Beautiful, Sunset and Better Homes and Gardens the house and grounds afford the opportunity to reside in a truly unique setting. Amenities abound including the separate 200SF Great Room with brick fireplace; Pool/spa courtyard with raised wood deck and outdoor kitchen; vegetable and multiple flower gardens; The front of the property is highlighted by the old growth Oak and Birch trees and the private pond with miniature pier to enjoy this truly restful environment. Arguably one of Riverside’s most unique and special residences!

Property Details

Price:
$1,695,000
MLS #:
IV25178400
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
5
Address:
2838 Rumsey Drive
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
252riverside
City:
Riverside
Listed Date:
Aug 7, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
3,526
ZIP:
92506
Lot Size:
50,094 sqft / 1.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1951
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Schools

School District:
Riverside Unified
Elementary School:
Alcott
Middle School:
Matthew Gage
High School:
Polytechnic

Interior

Appliances
6 Burner Stove, Built- In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater Central, Water Line to Refrigerator
Cooling
Central Air, Dual, Electric
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Patio, Gas Starter, Masonry, Raised Hearth
Flooring
Stone, Tile, Wood
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Brick Walls, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceramic Counters, High Ceilings, In- Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters, Wood Product Walls
Window Features
Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, French/ Mullioned, Wood Frames

Exterior

Community Features
Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
Electric
Electricity – On Property, Photovoltaics on Grid, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private, Lighting
Fencing
Cross Fenced, Masonry, Split Rail, Wood
Foundation Details
Slab
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
0-1 Unit/ Acre, Back Yard, Corners Marked, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Irregular Lot, Level, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Treed Lot, Walkstreet, Yard
Parking Features
Detached Carport, Driveway, Driveway – Brick, Driveway – Combination, Concrete, Paved, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage – Single Door, On Site, R V Access/ Parking
Parking Spots
2.00
Pool Features
Private, Fenced, Filtered, Gunite, Heated, Gas Heat, In Ground, Permits
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Security Features
Security System
Sewer
Conventional Septic
Spa Features
Private, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Permits
Stories Total
1
View
Hills, Neighborhood, Trees/ Woods
Water Source
Public

Financial

Association Fee
0.00
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected

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