2278 Arroyo, Riverside, CA 92506 - Austin Choi

Property listed by COMPASS, ADAM REIFER 951-500-8505

$1,199,000

VICTORIA WOODS-Offered as a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Southern California architectural history, this exceptional mid-century modern residence is attributed to noted architect Philmer J. Ellerbroek, whose work was featured in Architectural Digest and helped define the seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle synonymous with California living. Privately perched on… Read More a gentle hill along prestigious Arroyo Drive in the coveted Victoria Woods neighborhood, this residence immediately captivates with a circular drive way with peekaboo views toward the golf course and beyond. A serene gated courtyard sets the tone, guiding you through extra tall double entry doors that upon entering reveal this homes most breathtaking feature.Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, walls of paneled mahogany and A-framed glass offer picturesque views of an entire landscape that unfolds like a living work of art. It is all anchored by a magnificent original olive tree set within a large concrete patio. Beyond, layers of mature trees, lush lawn, and meandering walkways wind gracefully through ivy and greenery, creating a serene, park-like setting that feels both curated and completely organic.This seamless visual connection between indoors and outdoors embodies the essence of mid-century design where architecture and landscape exist harmoniously.The expansive living room flows effortlessly as the heart of the home, filled with natural light and designed for both quiet moments and entertaining. To the left, the kitchen and adjoining breakfast nook with access to a flexible adjoining room—currently used as a bedroom but ideal as a study or formal dining space. This wing also connects to the enclosed garage, originally designed as a covered carport.The opposite wing is dedicated to privacy, featuring the spacious primary suite along with secondary bedrooms and a well-appointed hall bath reflecting classic mid-century design principles of separation.Originally conceived as a contemporary-modern showpiece, the home has been renovated to retains its architectural integrity while offering flexibility for modern living. Extensive original plans and architectural documents are preserved and included.Situated on approximately half an acre and located just moments from the Victoria Club, schools, shopping and easy freeway, truly exceptional home offered in one of Riverside’s most established and desirable neighborhood where timeless design, privacy, and location converge. Read Less

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 20, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,110

Lot Size

0.51 Acres

Year Built

1955

MLS Number

IV26083316

Additional Details

Property Access

Frontage Type: CityStreet, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, ElectricOven, GasCooktop, Disposal, GasWaterHeater

Building

Built in 1955, Living area: 2110.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, Building faces North, 1 storey, Levels: One, Entry level: 1, Entry location: FRONT DOOR, Construction Materials: BoardAndBattenSiding, Brick, Drywall, Plaster

Community

Biking, StreetLights

Cooling

CentralAir

Disclosures

FamilialRelation, Historical, HeroPaceLoan, PrincipalIsRealEstateLicensed

Accessibility Features

NoStairs, Parking

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Concrete, Open, Patio, Lighting

Fence

Block, Brick, Grapestake, Masonry, Wood

Fireplaces

BonusRoom, FamilyRoom, FreeStanding, Gas, GasStarter, RaisedHearth, WoodBurning

Floors

Stone, Tile, Wood

Foundation

Slab

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Central

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $0

Interior Features

BeamedCeilings, BuiltInFeatures, BrickWalls, CeramicCounters, CathedralCeilings, LaminateCounters, OpenFloorplan, RecessedLighting, Storage, TileCounters, WoodProductWalls, AllBedroomsDown, BedroomOnMainLevel, EntranceFoyer, MainLevelPrimary, PrimarySuite, Workshop

Laundry

InGarage

Lot

0.51 acres, ZeroToOneUnitAcre, BackYard, DripIrrigationBubblers, FrontYard, GentleSloping, SprinklersInRear, SprinklersInFront, IrregularLot, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Ranch, SprinklersTimer, SprinklersOnSide, SprinklerSystem, Walkstreet, Yard

Parking

2 total parking spaces, Asphalt, CircularDriveway, Covered, DoorSingle, Driveway, DrivewayUpSlopeFromStreet, GarageFacesFront, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Private, Storage

Pool

None

Property

Courtyard, Canyon, Hills, PeekABoo, TreesWoods

Roof

Composition, RolledHotMop

Security Features

CarbonMonoxideDetectors, SmokeDetectors

Sewer

PublicSewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 222051001, Lot: -

Utilities

CableConnected, ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, PhoneAvailable, SewerConnected, WaterConnected, OverheadUtilities, Water Source: Public, ElectricityOnProperty, Volts220InGarage, Standard

Windows

Jalousie, Skylights

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