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Victoria

Victoria

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$716,010 Average Value
$409 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale

Beauty on every corner in Victoria

Named after Queen Victoria, Riverside’s Victoria neighborhood is full of pristine architecture, natural beauty and quality recreation sites that make residents feel like royalty. One site that combines all those features is the local golf course, the Victoria Club. “The golf course is a big draw to the neighborhood. It’s a really popular club,” says Katie Aaron, a Realtor with Keller Williams Corona who has sold homes in Victoria. “All the high schools around here practice at the Victoria Club.” The hilly, winding streets of the neighborhood stretch south from the golf course, giving way to well-kept homes that have stood for half a century. Residents have access to shopping and dining within the area and even more destinations just a short drive away, making Victoria as convenient as it is aesthetically pleasing.

Victoria hosts beautiful Victorian-inspired architecture.
Victoria hosts beautiful Victorian-inspired architecture.
Luxurious homes line the hilltops of Victoria.
Luxurious homes line the hilltops of Victoria.
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Victoria's midcentury homes stand the test of time

Wide midcentury modern and ranch-style homes line the streets in Victoria, along with the occasional Cape Cod or Colonial Revival home scattered throughout. “These are midcentury modern homes, but most have been updated and remodeled. The architecture is usually maintained, so they’ll keep features like original wood beams,” says Aaron. Houses typically range from 1,000 to 4,200 square feet, with large lots and plenty of yard space for residents. Most homes have driveways; built-in garages are rare, but many houses have detached garages or carports. Mature trees—including oaks, palms and sycamores—tower over the neighborhood streets, providing shade and natural beauty. Many homes have detailed landscaping on the front lawns, including stone walkways, shrubs, bushes and flowers. Houses in Victoria cost between $500,000 and $800,000.

Classic ranch-style homes are scattered across Victoria.
Classic ranch-style homes are scattered across Victoria.
A beautiful cottage in the midst of the vibrant city of Victoria.
A beautiful cottage in the midst of the vibrant city of Victoria.
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Natural beauty abounds in Victoria's parks

Natural beauty surrounds Victoria, providing locals with plenty of ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Andulka Park is a large city park on Chicago Avenue that has many activities. Residents can stroll on the park’s walking path, play a pickup game of basketball or sand volleyball or bring the kids for some time on the playground. The Andulka Park Tennis Center includes 10 championship courts, a stadium court and a state-of-the-art clay court. Nature lovers can head to Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park, about 4 miles west on Central Avenue. This 1,500-acre park features miles of hiking and biking trails and is home to several species of wildlife. The park is one of eight protected core reserves for the endangered Stephen’s Kangaroo Rat. Golf lovers will enjoy teeing off at the Victoria Club, a private par-72 golf course in the neighborhood’s northern end. This country club features several water hazards set amongst mature stone pines and oak trees. Members also have access to tennis courts, a swimming pool and a fitness center.

Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park is a great place to get away from it all.
Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park is a great place to get away from it all.
Run along the expansive grass fields at Andulka Park.
Run along the expansive grass fields at Andulka Park.
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A legacy of success at Poly High

Students in the neighborhood might attend Victoria Elementary School, Gage Middle School and Polytechnic High School, all located within the neighborhood. Victoria Elementary is rated a B-minus on Niche, while Gage Middle is rated a B. Poly High receives an A rating and serves approximately 2,400 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 26-to-1. The school is the oldest high school in Riverside, tracing its history to 1887. Students can participate in dual language immersion programs, allowing them to study English and Spanish. The school also offers career-focused classes in culinary arts, sports fitness and first responders. Students in these programs receive a mix of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Victoria is also home to the California School for the Deaf, a free public school for hard-of-hearing students. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1 and offers bilingual education in English and American Sign Language.

Students can begin their education at Victoria Elementary.
Students can begin their education at Victoria Elementary.
Students in the neighborhood attend Matthew Gage Middle School
Students in the neighborhood attend Matthew Gage Middle School
Polytechnic High School's main entrance welcomes all students.
Polytechnic High School's main entrance welcomes all students.
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Local shops and big-box stores in Riverside

Residents have several shopping centers nearby for groceries and everyday essentials. There is a Target on Arlington Avenue and a Stater Bros. Market on Mary Street in the neighborhood’s southern end. La Carniceria Meat Market is a popular butcher shop on Arlington Avenue along Riverside Freeway. Locals enjoy shopping here for wagyu beef, carne asada and chorizo. Riverside Plaza is a large shopping mall about 1 mile west of the neighborhood, home to retailers like Burlington, Ulta Beauty and Nordstrom Rack. Residents can catch the latest blockbuster movies at the Regal Theater located in the mall. Riverside Freeway is lined with popular casual and fast-food restaurants, like Castaneda’s Mexican Food. This counter-serve chain is famous for its burritos and carne asada fries. Residents also have easy access to popular sit-down restaurants like Market Broiler. This regional chain has a location on Merrill Avenue, just 1.5 miles west of the neighborhood. A somewhat upscale spot for steak and seafood, locals enjoy the clam chowder.

Stop by Yvette's Bakery for fresh daily made baked goods.
Stop by Yvette's Bakery for fresh daily made baked goods.
You'll everything you need at Target in Victoria.
You'll everything you need at Target in Victoria.
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A quick commute through the Inland Empire

Riverside Freeway provides residents with an easy start to a commute throughout the Inland Empire. Downtown is about 3.5 miles north on the freeway, while the trip to San Bernardino is about 14 miles north. The drive to Los Angeles begins on Riverside Freeway and takes about 58 miles along the Moreno Valley Freeway. Several bus routes run along the major roads in Victoria, making it easy for residents to get around Riverside on public transit.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ontario International

28 min drive

Bus

Victoria Fs Central

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Arlington & 3333 Target

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Central Fs Falkirk

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Lincoln Fs Ronald

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Central Ns Victoria

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Lincoln Fs Mary

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Victoria Ns Arroyo

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 37 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
7/28/2014 Niche Review
I live in the heart of the city but not as if it were down town. I am sure crime exsist and there is a conceern for safety (as anywhere) however it is not blatantly unsafe to walk by yourself at night. Street lights are lite and people are always out and about, especially near the main roads.
3.0 Niche User
8/4/2014 Niche Review
I have never personally had a job in this area, so I can not describe the employment in this area.
3.0 Niche User
7/28/2014 Niche Review
There is a long sidewalk/jogging path alongside of Victoria Ave. where most of the health conscience people can be seen regularly enjoying an evening stroll or a morning run.
3.0 Niche User
8/4/2014 Niche Review
For the most part, Public Services are very nice in this area.
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Victoria Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$709,900
Median Sale Price
$665,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$722,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$545,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
115
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$409

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,918
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,807
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 31
    11:30am - 1:30pm

    2111 Elsinore Rd, Riverside, CA 92506

    $850,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,301 Sq Ft
    • 2111 Elsinore Rd

    Classic 1950s Ranch-style home within Victoria Woods...prime corner lot, pool/spa, RV parking, over 1/4 acre. Tastefully updated inside and out. New flooring, new countertops, cabinets, and appliances. Spacious 3 bedroom home with over 2,300 sq ft of living space. Walls of glass along the living room and dining room with views out to the sparkling pool & spa. Original stone fireplace, BBQ,

    James Monks Tower Agency

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
9,635
Median Age
39
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$112,728
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,191

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.4%
Advanced Degrees
16.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

22 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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