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  • MLS#: IV24233331 ( Single Family Residence )
  • Street Address: 4506 University Avenue
  • Viewed: 1
  • Price: $950,000
  • Price sqft: $158
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Bldg sqft: 6000
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Full Baths: 2
  • Garage / Parking Spaces: 3
  • Days On Market: 44
  • Additional Information
  • County: RIVERSIDE
  • City: Riverside
  • Zipcode: 92501
  • District: Riverside Unified
  • Provided by: REALTY MASTERS & ASSOCIATES
  • Contact: FREDERICK FREDERICK
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  • Description
    Built in 1910 by renowned architects Eager & Hunt, the F.D. Lewis Mansion is a rare and significant piece of California history. Located in the highly desirable Mount Rubidoux Historic District, this approximately 6000 sq. ft. architectural gem combines innovative engineering with timeless design. As the first earthquake retrofitted home in California, this 6 bedroom, 2 bath Mission/Italianate style residence was constructed with reinforced concrete and steel columns, showcasing its exceptional craftsmanship. Original features include quartersawn oak floors, a Batchelder tile fireplace, and a full size finished concrete basement, all of which add to its historic charm and potential. Lovingly held by the same family for three generations, this property is on the market for the first time in 60 years. A true diamond in the rough, it is a fixer upper in need of restoration but offers strong bones and architectural integrity for those ready to bring it back to life. The homes prime location is walking distance to Fairmount Park, Mount Rubidoux, and all the exciting dining, shopping, and entertainment options of Downtown Riverside. As a contributing property in the Mount Rubidoux Historic District, it is also eligible for the Mills Act, providing an incredible opportunity for property tax savings as part of its restoration. Schedule your private tour today and reimagine the possibilities of this unique piece of Riverside history!
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Features
Architectural Style
  1. Spanish
Assessments
  1. None
Association Fee
  1. 0.00
Commoninterest
  1. None
Common Walls
  1. No Common Walls
Cooling
  1. None
Country
  1. US
Days On Market
  1. 17
Entry Location
  1. Ground
Fireplace Features
  1. Living Room
Garage Spaces
  1. 3.00
Heating
  1. Central
Laundry Features
  1. Inside
Levels
  1. Two
Living Area Source
  1. Estimated
Lockboxtype
  1. None
Lot Features
  1. Corner Lot
Parcel Number
  1. 187033001
Pool Features
  1. None
Postalcodeplus4
  1. 3038
Property Type
  1. Single Family Residence
School District
  1. Riverside Unified
Sewer
  1. Public Sewer
View
  1. Mountain(s)
Water Source
  1. Public
Year Built
  1. 1910
Year Built Source
  1. Assessor
Zoning
  1. R1065