3540 Nelson St, Riverside, CA 92506
SOLD
JUL 24, 2026
Listed by JENNIFER MARTEL, NATIONAL REALTY GROUP, (951) 684-7283 . Bought with Keller Williams Legacy

3540 Nelson St
Riverside, CA 92506

Magnolia Center
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,384 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$850,000

Last Sold: Jul 24, 2026
3% below list $875K
$357/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,215/mo*
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$850,000

Last Sold: Jul 24, 2026
3% below list $875K
$357/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,215/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4 Baths
2,384 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Living Area
2,384 sqft
Price/Sqft
$357/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

2 HOMES ON 1 LOT! Welcome to this exceptional Riverside property offering the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and modern upgrades! Living area square footage is a combination of both homes. 1584 sq ft for the main house and 800 sq ft for the additional home. Secondary unit is fully permitted.

The main house is 1584 sq ft with 3 bedrooms 2 baths and is a beautifully maintained single-family residence that features a fully remodeled kitchen with stylish finishes, updated cabinetry, and contemporary touches that make it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Step outside to your private backyard oasis complete with a sparkling pool, perfect for enjoying sunny Southern California days.

Adding incredible value and versatility, the property also includes a secondary unit is 800 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths—ideal for extended family, guests, rental income, or a private home office setup. RV parking provides added convenience with plenty of space for your toys, trailers, or extra vehicles.

Located in a desirable Riverside neighborhood with no HOA, this home offers freedom and flexibility while being just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes. Whether you’re looking for a multi-generational living opportunity or an investment-friendly property, this home checks all the boxes.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this move-in-ready Riverside gem!
3540 Nelson St, Riverside, CA 92506 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,384 sqft single-family home in Magnolia Center, built in 1952. It last sold for $850,000 on Jul 24, 2026 (3% below the $875,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $871,700, with a rent estimate of $4,260/month.

Home Details for 3540 Nelson St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (main level): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2384 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry RoomWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: MainAccessibility: Parking
View
No ViewView: None
Security
Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Has a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Direct Access,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,RV Hook-Ups,RV Access/Parking
Pool
Pool: Filtered, In Ground, PrivatePool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 47

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 225332002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $875,000Price Per Sqft: $357/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 01 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Riverside
School Information
Elementary School: PachappaJr High / Middle School: CentralHigh School: PolytechnicHigh School District: Riverside Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Submit

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: IV26106948Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 951-906-3429Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06065-N-225332002-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsGutter(s)Storm Drain(s)Street LightsSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by JENNIFER MARTEL DRE #01703480, (951) 906-3429
NATIONAL REALTY GROUP
Bought with: Esther Romero DRE #00988554, (714) 330-1063, Keller Williams Legacy
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#IV26106948

Price History for 3540 Nelson St

DatePriceEventSource
07/24/2026$850,000Sold
CRMLS #IV26106948
07/02/2026$875,000PendingCRMLS #IV26106948
06/25/2026$875,000PriceChange
CRMLS #IV26106948
06/16/2026$899,900PriceChange
CRMLS #IV26106948
05/16/2026$940,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #IV26106948
11/18/2019$415,000Sold
CRMLS #EV19247194
10/22/2019$415,000PendingAgent Provided
10/20/2019$415,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/18/2001$164,000Sold
N/A
09/27/1996$129,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Riverside

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$650K
$13.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$384
$5MoM
Available listings
682
24MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,469
Assessment$572,179
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3540 Nelson St

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6762 Rainier Ct, Riverside, CA
0.18
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$620,000
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4
3
1,630
3469 Bonita Ave, Riverside, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$764,500
06/25/26
3
2
1,882
6735 De Anza Ave, Riverside, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$670,000
04/03/26
4
2
1,768
6792 Rainier Ct, Riverside, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$675,000
12/23/25
3
2
1,636
3447 Mono Dr, Riverside, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$665,000
09/19/25
5
3
1,800
3725 Tahoe Ct, Riverside, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$588,000
05/22/26
3
3
1,536
6620 Mount Diablo Ave, Riverside, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$512,000
03/20/26
3
2
1,186
6640 Mount Diablo Ave, Riverside, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$525,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,319

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Neighborhood Overview

Magnolia Center
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What Locals Say about Magnolia Center

At least 129 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Evanbarrios
    "Be careful everyone. Please look out each other. If you can get a gun get one for protection. Please pick up after your dog. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t live far from where I work. It’s a quick jump on the freeway and I’m on way - 15 minutes tops "
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    "This neighborhood is peaceful and has beautiful views. There are lots roads to orange trees and nurseries as well. "
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  • Sandra Torres
    "I moved to magnolia center in Riverside recently. 3 months ago and it has been a great experience so far. Streets aren’t too crowded. You see family doing evening walks with their dogs. Overall it’s been a good experience can’t wait to see how the Holidays get on this part of town. "
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  • Sarah K.
    "People let their dogs off leash. It shouldn’t matter the size. Dogs need to be leashes when in front yard or fenced"
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  • Lacey F.
    "I love my neighborhood. It is friendly, safe, well kept and I have nice neighbors. I love being close to downtown and even closer to the Brockton arcade. "
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  • Ms.shauuna
    "Beware of moving into Plaza West Condos....changed the rules and now you get your garage, parallel parking behind it, and anything above that you are forced to park out on the Main Street while tons of empty spots sit inside complex waiting for visitors. (Which you only get 1 visitor pass) numerous cars have been vandalized and HOA does nothing about it..."
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  • Unspecified
    "its not too bad, they've done a good job getting rid of most of the homeless but there's still tweakers roaming the streets"
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  • Golfskirtgirl
    "This neighborhood is great for dog walkers. Everyone is friendly and respectful. People walk in families too at all times, even late in the evening. "
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  • Robyn L.
    "There are no community events in our neighborhood at all but we still very much love our neighborhood. "
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  • Lovernotfighter
    "Can walk to Riverside Plaza. Movies, restaurants, coffee shops, markets, pharmacy, Trader Joes shopping."
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    "neighbors watch out for each others property. Dog walkers. Shopping Hospitals and restaurants .7 miles away"
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    "I've lived here for almost two years. I walk to work and love it! Lots of great restaurants and culture. Not a cookie cutter neighborhood."
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    "I've lived here for three years now and I love it. Its quiet and a nice neighborhood in a great location. "
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  • Klynna5
    "I have lived in this area for almost two years and absolutely love it. The neighborhood is quiet and all of our neighbors are friendly. We feel safe and at home. "
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