4459 Oakwood Pl., Riverside

$299,900   Still available, but not for long!  This charming recessed front porch is just the start as you enter this classic “Wood Streets” 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with original hardwood floors throughout.  Approximately 1734 square feet, you’ll be greeted by a spacious living room with a fireplace flanked by original French doors that lead to the open patio with birds flocking to bird feeders and the scent of citrus blossoms.  There are 3 bedrooms total, but two are large enough to be considered master bedrooms, one of which has a gas fireplace, and the other has a separate entrance and private bathroom but is currently being used as a family room.

Central air/heat along with a large eat-in kitchen plus formal dining room with lots of natural light.  Separate indoor laundry room with original built-in ironing board.  This home boasts tons of storage and closet space.  Two-car detached garage and room for RV parking.  This is a double lot (approximately a quarter acre) with room for a tennis court, pool, guest house…. let your imagination run wild!  Citrus trees, herb garden and veggie garden already in place!  Great “Wood Streets” location with great neighbors!

Walking distance to shopping and Riverside Community College.  Near the famous Mission Inn in downtown Riverside.  High school students would go to Poly High School.

This is a standard sale – not a foreclosure or short sale!  Sellers are able and willing to respond to all offers within 24 hours.  No waiting weeks [or months] for a bank’s answer!

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National Night Out & Ice Cream Social

Calling all Wood Streets residents!!!!  Tonight (August 3, 2010) is “National Night Out”!  It’s actually America’s Night Out Against Crime!

National Night Out (NNO) is a unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW).  This year’s event is sponsored by the Historic Wood Streets Association (HWSA) and is gearing up for a wonderful time tonight, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., as we all observe National Night Out.  Please join us at 3465 Ramona Drive in the Wood Streets for free ice cream, fun, and visits from the City of Riverside Police and Fire Departments, along with council member Mike Gardner.  The kids will enjoy the big fire truck!

In 2009, the National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, local officials and neighborhood organizations from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide.  In all, over 36 million people participated in National Night Out in 2009.  Let’s make 2010 even better!

National Night Out is designed to:

• heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
• generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs
• strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships
• send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back

If you live in another community, please consider registering for an organizational kit, available at the NNO website linked above, for your National Night Out in 2011.  Once you register, you will receive NNO updates during the period leading up to next year’s event.

Outcome of ‘Green Home Conversion & Rebates’ Workshop

 

A week ago today, Sunday, July 25, 2010, the Wood Streets Green Team organized a workshop entitled “Green Home Conversions with Riverside Public Utilities Rebates“.  About 40 people (mostly Wood Streets residents) attended the workshop and heard Ryan Bullard from Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) explain the new Whole House Rebate Program, a tiered rebate that gets bigger the more environmentally friendly projects you perform.  Click here to learn more about the ever-important RPU rebate program!

Concerned residents who were able to attend the workshop were provided with an opening speech by Justin Scott-Coe, creator of the Wood Streets Green Team, who then introduced Ryan Bullard from RPU and Steven Rawls from REEIS (Residential Energy Efficiency Improvement Specialists).  Those who attended were offered a free home diagnosis inspection from REEIS, and a free “Go Green” reusable shopping bag from RPU.  Tara and I love these bags — we’re even looking into having some reusable shopping bags made for our business so we can give them away and encourage our neighbors and clients to help the environment by shopping responsibly.

Tara and I are proud to live in the Wood Streets neighborhood of Riverside, and are proud to be members of the Wood Streets Green Team!  You don’t necessarily have to live in the Wood Streets to be a member of the Wood Streets Green Team.  This site is a resource where all Riverside residents can share insights, ask questions, and request information about living more sustainably.  Go Green, Go!

Bike Ride to Farmers’ Market

What better way to spend time with family on a Saturday morning than by biking to the local Farmers’ Market in downtown Riverside near the famous Mission Inn.  By riding our bikes, we don’t have to worry about where to park, we save money on gas, save wear and tear on our automobiles, spend quality time with family, and best of all we get some exercise! 

Local California family farmers growing food for families.  Californians supporting California.  Yep, that’s what it’s all about!

Didn’t buy too much today, but it was a heavy haul for my bike basket.  The melon, corn and potatoes are what weighed so much.  This week I bought purple (yes, purple) green beans, called nightshade (at least that’s what the farmer told me).  He said they’re sweeter than green beans.  And if you’re wondering why I bought only one tomato, it’s because my mom said she was bringing me some homegrown ‘tomaters’ from her own garden.

The bok choy was only a dollar, and since I’ve never tried it before, I thought it wasn’t too much to spend on something new even if I don’t end up liking it.  And the peaches weren’t from the market; they’re from my friend Mary’s very own backyard tree here in Riverside.  And they are extremely sweet and delicious!!

A wonderful morning, a bountiful and affordable harvest, and a fun bike ride with my sister and niece.  I love, love, love Riverside, California!!!

Local Farmers’ Markets

The Riverside Downtown Farmers’ Market is a place for area farmers to sell their seasonal crops directly to customers.  When Tara and I first heard about this, we had just started taking our healthy eating to the next level, so this was perfect timing.  Instead of driving a car to the market and contributing to polluting the environment, we ride our bicycles.  Exercise… pollution reduction… healthy food… what a great way to start almost each and every weekend.

Located on the Main Street Pedestrian Mall between 5th and 6th Streets (adjacent to the Mission Inn) in the arts and culture district of downtown Riverside, it provides a unique opportunity to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, hummus, aged gouda cheese by Winchester Cheese Co., fresh baked bread from Old Towne Baking Co. and other specialty food items.

Open every SATURDAY from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

A photo of my beach cruiser’s handlebar basket overflowing with my farmers’ market haul a couple of weekends ago.  Nectarines, plums, cherries, strawberries, blueberries, cabbage, broccoli, corn, eggplant, etc. all for under $30!

Every FRIDAY from 8 a.m. to noon at the Sears parking lot (corner of Streeter and Arlington) is the original Riverside Certified Farmers’ Market open rain or shine at the same location for over 25 years!  This farmers’ market specializes in local ‘mom & pop’ farms and organic backyard gardeners that offer everything from heirloom tomatoes to ancient varieties of corn.  Because growing your own food is the healthiest, these farmers give friendly farming advice.

In addition to the organic farmers, there are local bakeries, fresh cut flowers, hot roasted peanuts, local honey, potted orchids, and a colorful assortment of local artisans including hand-mined stone jewelry and natural soy candles.  Some vendors accept Visa and MasterCard, and there’s an ATM machine on the premises.

No matter which Farmers’ Market you attend, maybe even both, please be sure to wear comfortable shoes, a hat (or umbrella) and bring your canvas shopping bags.  We’ll see you there!

275 Birchwood, Lake Arrowhead

 

[ SOLD for $250,000 ]  Incredible investment opportunity in famous Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains with peekaboo lake views and esteemed lake rights!  This 3-story, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with approximately 3,000 sq ft boasts a level entry with open floor plan, fireplace, and a deck on every level!  Updated kitchen, 3 master bedroom suites, family room, game room, wine cellar and wet bar.  Circular driveway.  Rent it out, use it as a second home, or let friends, relatives and clients utilize it!  What a superb opportunity!

You’re too late for this investment opportunity, but give “The Sister Team” a call and we’ll help you find another one!