5081 MAGNOLIA Ave, Riverside, CA 92506

Property Description

This historic home on the corner of magnolia and chapman was built in 1887 by delorian chapman who grew citrus. He made a major addition to the house two years later in 1889. The family of the second owners are selling this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with original light fixtures, window and door moldings, bay windows with leaded glass detail, hardwood floors (downstairs) and built in cabinets. Numerous sets of french doors separate entry way to formal living room and into the sitting room. The formal dining room which has also been used as an office or library had separate entrance to driveway area. The kitchen is large with lots of cabinets and a pantry. It was 'updated' in the 60's. There is laundry room/ back porch and a partial basement. Garage is detached and has been used as storage and work space but could house one car. Driveway provides considerable parking off of chapman place. Cactus and succulent gardens along street provide easy maintenance. This is a golden opportunity for the lover of historic homes.