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!
Sold for $2,000,000 on 10/17/25
Listing Provided by:
BRAD ALEWINE DRE #01104973 951-347-8832,
COMPASS,
ANDREW VILLALOBOS DRE #01922817 951-682-1133,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with: None MRML
$2,000,000
2197 Saint Lawrence St, Riverside, CA 92504
5beds
4,858sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
2.56 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$412/sqft
$5,209 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated: October 17, 2025 at 11:54am
Listing Provided by:
BRAD ALEWINE DRE #01104973 951-347-8832,
COMPASS,
ANDREW VILLALOBOS DRE #01922817 951-682-1133,
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Bought with:
NONE NONE, DRE #N/A
None MRML
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IV25066379
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Linen Closet, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Vanity
Other
- Features: Dressing Area
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Microwave, Propane Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, VentedExhaust Fan
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Chair Rail, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Paneling/Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Panel Doors
- Windows: Casement Window(s), French/Mullioned, Plantation Shutters, Shutters
- Basement: Finished,Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,858 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 391
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 15
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Circular Driveway, Controlled Entrance, Concrete, Covered, Driveway Level, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Paved, Porte-Cochere, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side, Storage, Tandem, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 10
- Carport spaces: 5
- Covered spaces: 15
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: First Level
- Patio & porch: Lanai, Open, Patio, Terrace
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gunite, In Ground, Permits, Private
- Fencing: Chain Link,Cross Fenced,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Orchard, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 2.56 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Agricultural, Back Yard, Corners Marked, Cul-De-Sac, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Greenbelt, Horse Property, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Level, Orchard(s), Rectangular Lot, Secluded, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Gazebo, Storage, Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 237130018
- Parcel number: 237130010
- Zoning: RA
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Plaster, Stucco
- Foundation: Combination
- Roof: Clay,Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Other
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Horse Trails, Suburban
Location
- Region: Riverside
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $2,000,000$412/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #IV25066379 | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Pending sale | $2,000,000$412/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IV25066379 | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listing removed | $2,000,000$412/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #IV25066379 | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000$412/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #IV25066379 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,554 +3.4% | $501,678 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,370 +0.5% | $491,842 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,345 +1.9% | $482,199 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Arlington Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Harrison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 5/10Chemawa Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Arlington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harrison
- Middle: Chemawa
- High: Arlington
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.