SYCAMORE CANYON-Elevated atop the picturesque hillside of University City, adjacent to Sycamore Canyon Park and
Canyon Crest, this architectural gem is a true crown jewel. Designed to be his personal residence by the renowned Arthur Leonard Jacobson—a celebrated Southern California architect and UC Berkeley alumnus—this home embodies the spirit of mid-century modern design while offering
a lifestyle of elevated sophistication and timeless appeal. Jacobson was among the pioneers in post-WWII architecture. Among his most recognizable accomplishments is the Riverside Plaza, being the first major shopping center anchored by a large department store in Southern California plus Farrell's Ice Cream Parlors and Cheif Auto Parts stores.
This MCM home is enhanced by Prairie Style elements with its deep eaves and a horizontal ground-hugging design. Walls of glass invite breathtaking views from nearly every angle, immersing the 4/5 bedroom & 5 bath home in natural light. The living spaces are thoughtfully designed for both intimate gatherings & grand entertaining, from the striking fireplace anchoring the loggia to the expansive rumpus room below—an easy transformation into a junior ADU w/minimal modification.
The large master wing includes a corridor of closets, personal balcony, remarkable soaking tub+shower adjacent to a custom spa room/green house and a private courtyard. The kitchen is equipped with the finest of elements to include, warming drawers, customized cooking appliances & unique chef stations. Outside, the newer pool beckons, set against a backdrop of towering pines and lush layered gardens that create enchanting private vignettes, perfect for hosting unforgettable soirées under the stars. Back inside, imagine sipping beverages in the walnut-paneled, grass-paper accented home theater-library!
The lower-level rumpus room is equipped with a Preway-style cone fireplace, magnificent cork ceiling, kegerator, and walls of glass that lead to a private stone patio, plus a private bath/shower & connecting storage room (previously used as a bomb shelter & wine cellar). From unobstructed patio views of fireworks and sunsets to intimate stargazing moments, the outdoor spaces celebrate the natural beauty that surrounds this extraordinaryproperty.
Visionary design, luxurious details, and an undeniable sense of history converge to make this
home a rare masterpiece. Here, every moment feels like a celebration of style & comfort- California living at its finest.
For sale
Listed by: COMPASS
$1,299,000
11517 Tulane Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
5beds
4,394sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
0.65 Acres Lot
$1,271,500 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mid-century modern designPersonal balconyPrivate courtyardPrairie style elementsHorizontal ground-hugging designNatural lightCorridor of closets
- 26 days |
- 4,154 |
- 398 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
COLLEEN GRIGGS DRE #02101599 951-312-5206,
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IV26106680
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Basement, Center Hall, Converted Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Media Room, Other, Projection Room, Pantry, Sunroom, Utility Room, Wine Cellar, Workshop, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Full Bath on Main Level, Laminate Counters, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Remodeled, Solid Surface Counters, Updated Kitchen, Utility Sink
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Wood
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Stacked
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Intercom, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Storage, Wired for Data, Bar, Wood Product Walls, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Utility Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Custom Covering(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bonus Room, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,394 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Concrete, Covered, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, One Space, Workshop in Garage
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, Stone
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private, Tile
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Courtyard, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Valley, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.65 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Sloped Up, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 256103007
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Location
- Region: Riverside
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $650,275
- Annual tax amount: $7,300
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange
- Exclusions: See private remarks section
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,271,500
$1.21M - $1.34M
$4,357/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+189.3%$296/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #IV26106680 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2002 | Sold | $449,000+79.6%$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/1998 | Sold | $250,000$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,300 +3.4% | $650,275 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,059 +2.1% | $637,526 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,913 +2% | $625,027 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,776 +2% | $612,772 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,642 +1.1% | $600,758 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,567 +1.8% | $594,599 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,453 +2.1% | $582,941 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,318 +2.4% | $571,512 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,171 | $560,307 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,171 +2.7% | $549,322 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,011 +7.9% | $541,072 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,573 | $530,476 +27.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $415,000 -0.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $417,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $417,000 +5.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $396,000 -3.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $412,000 -16.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $495,082 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $485,375 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $475,859 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $466,529 +69.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $275,617 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $270,214 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,612 +1.9% | $264,917 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,563 | $259,724 |
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Neighborhood: 92507
Nearby schools
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- 3/10Seneca Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Vista Heights Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 4/10Canyon Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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