WOOD STREETS / GRAND NEIGHBORHOOD- Nestled back from the street in the highly sought-after Wood Streets/Grand neighborhood, this mid-century ranch offers a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern updates. The home immediately impresses with its original hardwood floors and genuine plaster walls, exuding a level of craftsmanship and character that is hard to find. At the heart of the home, a completely remodeled kitchen serves as a stylish and functional centerpiece. The unique floor plan provides a thoughtful layout, offering privacy by setting the primary bedroom apart from the additional living spaces. Practical upgrades abound, including dual-paned windows, a new covered patio, and fresh window awnings that enhance the home's curb appeal. An attached, oversized two-car garage with a dedicated laundry area adds to the convenience of the property. While this residence is move-in ready and meticulously maintained by long-time owners, it also presents a canvas for your imagination. The expansive lot offers limitless opportunities—consider creating a private, enclosed front courtyard or exploring the potential for a detached ADU. The location is truly unbeatable, situated near the vibrant Magnolia Center and the historic Downtown District. With easy access to major transportation for commuting and close proximity to Riverside City College and UC Riverside, this home places you at the center of it all. This is a rare opportunity to own a turn-key property with significant upside in one of Riverside’s most cherished areas.
Grand, located between Downtown Riverside and the Magnolia Center, is a historic and residential Riverside neighborhood with a palm-lined boulevard and a pocket-park rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Magnolia Avenue near the Riverside Plaza, where sidewalk patios, indie boutiques, and late-day errands share the same block. Early-20th-century bungalows and Spanish Revival homes sit behind mature trees, with occasional midcentury apartments along the busier corridors. The Fox Performing Arts Center and the Riverside Art Museum set a cultural cadence nearby, while the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa anchors local lore. Fairmount Park and Lake Evans add water, lawns, and looping paths that shape daily routines.
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Offer insights
5835 Tower Rd · $599,900
$618K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $618K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
3 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Open floor plan
Double-pane windows
36-inch or wider halls
Turnkey condition
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on the main floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom on the main floor
Bathtub and shower
Linen closet
Kitchen
Garbage disposal, microwave, refrigerator, gas range, electric oven, and dishwasher
Water line to refrigerator
Stone counters
Kitchen open to family room
In-kitchen eating area
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Washer hookup
Gas and electric dryer hookups
Laundry in garage
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced-air central heating
Electric central cooling
Exterior features
Yard, lawn, and landscaped areas
Front yard
Sprinkler system
Front and rear covered porches
Concrete patio
Level, flat terrain
Home design
One-story house
Single-level entry
Parking
Attached two-car garage
Concrete driveway
Garage door opener
Security
Carbon monoxide detector
Smoke detector
Construction
Wood-frame construction with plaster, stucco, and board-and-batten siding
Composition shingle roof
Raised foundation
Vinyl and wood fencing
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
Cable available
Telephone in street
HOA & community
Street lighting
Sidewalks
Electricity and solar
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ADORABLE 3BR, HARDWOOD FLOORS, LARGE KITCHEN, BRIGHT LIVING ROOM W/ FLOOR TO CEILING WINDOWS. REMODELED BATHROOM. CEILING FANS, CENTRAL AIR/HEATING. 2 CAR GARAGE, RV OR BOAT PKNG. HUGE FRONT YARD, WONDERFUL TREE-LINED STREET. CLOSE TO EVERYTHING!! THIS ONE IS SHARP!
Public Records
Mar 26, 1996
Sold
$109,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1987
Sold
$75,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 27, 1987
Sold
$82,500
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,938 (+3.4%)
$118,468 + $327,556
$446,024
2024
$4,775 (+0.5%)
$118,468 + $327,556
$446,024
2023
$4,753 (+1.9%)
$116,146 + $321,134
$437,280
2022
$4,664 (+1.3%)
$113,869 + $314,838
$428,707
2021
$4,602 (+11.8%)
$111,637 + $308,665
$420,302
2020
$4,115 (+2.9%)
$109,449 + $302,613
$412,062
2019
$3,997 (+4.0%)
$97,479 + $269,942
$367,421
2018
$3,843 (+10.1%)
$94,640 + $262,080
$356,720
2017
$3,490 (+7.2%)
$83,000 + $228,000
$311,000
2016
$3,255 (+4.8%)
$83,000 + $228,000
$311,000
2015
$3,107 (−1.0%)
$81,000 + $223,000
$304,000
2014
$3,138 (+17.9%)
$77,000 + $213,000
$290,000
2013
$2,662 (+2.2%)
$77,000 + $213,000
$290,000
2012
$2,605 (+35.0%)
$65,000 + $181,000
$246,000
2011
$1,930 (−6.6%)
$64,000 + $178,000
$242,000
2010
$2,066 (−2.6%)
$48,000 + $131,000
$179,000
2009
$2,121 (−33.5%)
$51,000 + $141,000
$192,000
2008
$3,188
$53,000 + $145,000
$198,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1953
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,120
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
218151004
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
Local insights from Redfin agents
Riverside offers a great variety of areas to explore, from the historic charm of Downtown and the Wood Streets to the University area and newer neighborhoods like OrangeCrest. Buyers will also find local favorites such as Mount Rubidoux, Victoria...
Avenue, parks, restaurants, and plenty of outdoor spa
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
27 unhealthy days expected this year, 32 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Riverside, CA • 92506
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Riverside. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5835 Tower Rd
$601,522
$1,622 over list price of $600K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $600K to $630K.