2159 & 2161 5th St. lie in the city of Riverside's Opportunity Zone for potential financial gains & tax benefits! Unit 1 is a 3 bed 2 bath, 1,638 sq. ft. , has hardwood floors, central AC, master bedroom & bathroom, along with rear patio area access from two of the bedrooms. Unit two is a 2 bed, 1 bath, 832 sq. ft. , tiled floors, small yard, and covered parking. The property laundry in each unit, includes spacious yard area for both units and lots of street parking. In the back yard, there is a large storage structure, covered patio, parking with a tall security gate. The property is in a coveted location close to schools, UC Riverside, Downtown Riverside, schools, bus routes, and the metrolink train. Very close to 60 & 91 freeway to easily navigate to LA, OC or within the IE. Live in one unit or rent out both. Front unit vacated. Vacating the back unit could be negotiated. Don't miss the opportunity to pick up a fantastic income property in an area poised for investment growth!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$256Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Rubio•DRE #01959226• Rubio Real Estate
Listed by Zoran Grujevski•DRE #02069559• Rubio Real Estate
Bought with Melissa Ali•DRE #02001509• CIVAR Realty Advisors
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #CROC21102151
Sep 29, 2021
Sold
$509,000
$206/sq ft
May 13, 2021
Listed
$449,998
$182/sq ft
2159 & 2161 5th St. lie in the city of Riverside's Opportunity Zone for potential financial gains & tax benefits! Unit 1 is a 3 bed 2 bath, 1,638 sq. ft., has hardwood floors, central AC, master bedroom & bathroom, along with rear patio area access from two of the bedrooms. Unit two is a 2 bed, 1 bath, 832 sq. ft., tiled floors, small yard, and covered parking. The property laundry in each unit, includes spacious yard area for both units and lots of street parking. In the back yard, there is a large storage structure, covered patio, parking with a tall security gate. The property is in a coveted location close to schools, UC Riverside, Downtown Riverside, schools, bus routes, and the metrolink train. Very close to 60 & 91 freeway to easily navigate to LA, OC or within the IE. Live in one unit or rent out both. Front unit vacated. Vacating the back unit could be negotiated. Don't miss the opportunity to pick up a fantastic income property in an area poised for investment growth!
CRMLS #OC21102151
Sep 29, 2021
Sold
$509,000
$206/sq ft
Sep 14, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2021
Sold
$509,000
$206/sq ft
May 20, 2021
Pending
—
May 13, 2021
Listed
$449,998
$182/sq ft
CRMLS #OC20121391
Oct 6, 2020
Price Changed
$439,998
$178/sq ft
Jun 23, 2020
Listed
$449,998
$182/sq ft
CRMLS #T10079782
Sep 23, 2010
Sold
$145,050
$59/sq ft
Aug 20, 2010
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2010
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2010
Relisted
—
Aug 4, 2010
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2010
Pending
—
Jul 27, 2010
Listed
$139,900
$57/sq ft
CRMLS #C414110
Nov 17, 2004
Sold
$360,000
$146/sq ft
Aug 9, 2004
Listed
$360,000
$146/sq ft
CRMLS #I404025
Apr 2, 2004
Sold
$275,000
$111/sq ft
Feb 20, 2004
Listed
$275,000
$111/sq ft
CRMLS #I404017
Apr 2, 2004
Sold
$275,000
$111/sq ft
Feb 20, 2004
Listed
$275,000
$111/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,083 (+3.4%)
$134,772 + $405,380
$540,152
2024
$5,884 (+0.8%)
$134,772 + $405,380
$540,152
2023
$5,834 (+1.9%)
$132,130 + $397,432
$529,562
2022
$5,727 (+186.7%)
$129,540 + $389,640
$519,180
2021
$1,997 (+0.7%)
$127,000 + $382,000
$509,000
2020
$1,983 (+1.9%)
$41,421 + $130,191
$171,612
2019
$1,946 (+1.9%)
$40,997 + $128,857
$169,854
2018
$1,909 (+1.8%)
$40,194 + $126,331
$166,525
2017
$1,876 (+6.7%)
$38,634 + $121,426
$160,060
2016
$1,758 (+1.4%)
$38,634 + $121,426
$160,060
2015
$1,733 (+1.0%)
$37,877 + $119,046
$156,923
2014
$1,716 (+0.5%)
$36,579 + $114,962
$151,541
2013
$1,707 (+2.6%)
$36,579 + $114,962
$151,541
2012
$1,665 (+1.7%)
$36,414 + $114,444
$150,858
2011
$1,637 (−61.7%)
$35,700 + $112,200
$147,900
2010
$4,269 (+0.2%)
$35,000 + $110,000
$145,000
2009
$4,259 (+3.0%)
$80,987 + $307,760
$388,747
2008
$4,137
$81,181 + $308,492
$389,673
Tax history for 2159 5th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,083 (+3.4%)
$134,772 + $405,380
$540,152
2024
$5,884 (+0.8%)
$134,772 + $405,380
$540,152
2023
$5,834 (+1.9%)
$132,130 + $397,432
$529,562
2022
$5,727 (+186.7%)
$129,540 + $389,640
$519,180
2021
$1,997 (+0.7%)
$127,000 + $382,000
$509,000
2020
$1,983 (+1.9%)
$41,421 + $130,191
$171,612
2019
$1,946 (+1.9%)
$40,997 + $128,857
$169,854
2018
$1,909 (+1.8%)
$40,194 + $126,331
$166,525
2017
$1,876 (+6.7%)
$38,634 + $121,426
$160,060
2016
$1,758 (+1.4%)
$38,634 + $121,426
$160,060
2015
$1,733 (+1.0%)
$37,877 + $119,046
$156,923
2014
$1,716 (+0.5%)
$36,579 + $114,962
$151,541
2013
$1,707 (+2.6%)
$36,579 + $114,962
$151,541
2012
$1,665 (+1.7%)
$36,414 + $114,444
$150,858
2011
$1,637 (−61.7%)
$35,700 + $112,200
$147,900
2010
$4,269 (+0.2%)
$35,000 + $110,000
$145,000
2009
$4,259 (+3.0%)
$80,987 + $307,760
$388,747
2008
$4,137
$81,181 + $308,492
$389,673
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
1,188
Year built
1953
Style
Other
County
Riverside County
APN
211102004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
R-1-7000
Single Family Residential Zone
Additional Single-family Residential Zones (R-1-1/2 Acre, R-1-13000, R-1-10500, R-1-8500 and R-1-7000) are established to provide areas for single-family residences with a variety of lot sizes and housing choices.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Ranch
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Carport, Driveway - Concrete, Gated, RV Access/Parking, Tandem Covered
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Range/Stove Hood, Water Heater Unit
Has Appliances
Area, In Living Room
Butler’s Pantry, Tile Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathtub, Shower, Tile Counters
Cooling Information
Central, Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan, Unfurnished
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 5
Security Features: Smoke Detector, Window Bars
Window Features: Drapes/Curtains, Wood Frame Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: Duplex
Roof: Composition
Other Structures: Storage Building
Fencing: Brick Wall, Wrought Iron
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised, Concrete Slab
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Wood
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 2
Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 211102004
Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Telephone - In Street, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Riverside Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.98013300
Longitude: -117.35786200
Directions: N/A
Road Frontage Type: Access via County Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,188
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Riverside County
APN: 211102004
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Christopher
List Agent Last Name: Rubio
Co-List Agent First Name: Zoran
Co-List Agent Last Name: Grujevski
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Rubio Real Estate
Co-List Office Name: Rubio Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: MELISSA
Buyer Agent Last Name: ALI
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: CIVAR Realty Advisors
Around this home
Schools
Longfellow Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
University Heights Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
John W. North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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