4161 University
Riverside, CA 92501 • 4 Bed • 3 Bath • 2,352 sq.ft.

Property summary

Where California historic charm meets modern luxury. This home has been awarded the Mills Act Contract. The Mills Act is a California program that offers significant property tax reductions to owners of qualified historic homes in exchange for preserving and maintaining their property’s historic character. It’s a valuable incentive that helps homeowners save money while protecting local architectural heritage. Built in 1907 and nestled in the Evergreen Quarter Historic District and within the Downtown Specific Plan, this exquisite American Foursquare residence blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Perfectly positioned within walking distance of the Mission Inn, Fox Theater, Riverside Art Museum, Riverside Public Library and the city’s best restaurants, this home captures the essence of Riverside’s architectural and cultural heritage. As you approach, you’re welcomed by two stately entry points and a newly stained porch, the perfect setting for morning coffee or evening gatherings under the shade of mature trees. Step inside to a gracious formal sitting room, seamlessly flowing into a warm family room with rich woodwork and original detailing. The formal dining room is a showpiece of historic elegance, featuring built-ins and a brick fireplace crafted from bricks from the Mission Inn itself. The spacious kitchen combines timeless design with modern convenience, while a beautifully updated downstairs bath and separate laundry room add function and charm. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, each with original moldings, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light, as well as two elegant baths that continue the home’s harmony of old and new. Outdoors, the generous backyard is a private retreat — with multiple seating areas, a large entertaining porch, and lush landscaping framed by a large Sycamore tree and three 50-year-old lemon trees. The property also features updated electrical ready for a sauna or hot tub, newer A/C units, and space for up to six vehicles at rear of home and garage. Lovingly restored and well maintained, this home offers the rare opportunity to own a piece of Riverside’s living history — where every detail tells a story, and every room feels like home. Select key furnishings will remain with the property. Come fall in love with Riverside history through this home.

Days on market: 82

Listing updated: January 31, 2026 - 09:21:01

Property details

Property ID
IV25257671
Size
2352 sq.ft.
Home Type
Residential
Year Built
1907
Property Size
0.15 acre
Garage
2
Levels
2
Spa
None
Patio
Rear Porch, Front Porch, Porch, Wood
Basement
No
View
None
Pool
None

Listed by: SARAH AYALA DRE #01978160 951-369-8002, Tower Agency - Inland Valleys

Source: Inland Valleys, MLS#: ITOR01 Originating MLS: CRMLS

Interior information

Rooms
Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Bathrooms
3
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
$900,000
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