6213 Academy Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506

Welcome to Riverside, a city known for its citrus heritage, historic charm, and beautiful foothill setting. This single-story ranch-style home in the desirable Canyon Crest neighborhood offers comfortable living with space, character, and thoughtful updates. The bright kitchen is a natural gathering place, featuring granite countertops, rich cabinetry, and a large breakfast counter with seating for several. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, it also offers excellent storage with deep drawers, generous cabinet space, ample counter space, stainless appliances (that are all included), and a gorgeous custom tile backsplash. The kitchen opens to the dining area and spacious living room centered around a classic brick fireplace with a beautifully crafted wood mantel, creating a warm and inviting living space. One of the home’s most appealing features is the approximately 400-square-foot enclosed patio room, surrounded by windows that fill the space with natural light. This air-conditioned room adds valuable flexibility and can easily be used as a TV room, office, workout space, playroom, or additional living area. The home offers three well-sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with a remodeled bathroom finished with warm travertine stone, an updated shower, and a sliding barn door. The hall bathroom has also been remodeled. In this home you’ll also find bamboo and tile flooring, solid wood interior doors which add warmth and character. Throughout the home there are ceiling fans and plantation shutters. Energy-efficient improvements include dual-pane energy-efficient windows and an updated heating and air-conditioning system, with ducting and insulation replaced at the time the system was installed. The exterior has been recently painted, and the front yard features drought-resistant landscaping. The property also offers a large oversized driveway with possible RV parking and a side patio area where you can sit and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains. The location adds even more appeal. The home is within walking distance to popular Andulka Park, known for its walking trails, playground, and tennis club. Nearby Canyon Crest Town Center offers restaurants and shopping, while Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park provides miles of hiking and open space. The home also offers easy access to the 91 freeway and 60 freeways.