731 Cedar Ave, Redlands, CA 92373

Stunning 1892 Eastlake Victorian, lovingly maintained and updated for modern living! From the wraparound front porch to the park-like backyard with in-ground pool and spa, this house offers abundant space and flexibility for family living, working from home, and more. This home is known as the Shell House because of the shells, bottle glass and other decorative touches on the roof gables. Step inside and admire the original carved redwood staircase, paneling and built-ins, plus original stained glass windows and brass chandelier, multiple fireplaces and beautiful wood floors. On the first floor you’ll find the living room, dining room and family room, a full bedroom (currently used as a home office), a full bathroom with new fixtures; and the laundry room with new washer/dryer. You’ll also find the updated kitchen with sunny breakfast nook featuring a built-in banquette, where you can gaze out on the beautiful backyard with pool/spa, covered back porch and gazebo. Upstairs, the second-floor loft with bay window and parquet wood floor can be used as a den, play area or home office. Master bedroom has decorative fireplace with original hand-painted tiles, walk-in closet, and remodeled adjoining bathroom. Two additional bedrooms and a second remodeled bathroom are also on this floor. The spacious third floor is fully finished and currently used as a home office, play area AND home gym. Includes a walk-in cedar-lined closet, full carpeting and balcony. Separate two-car garage. Owners have made numerous improvements, including seismic retrofitting, new energy-efficient air conditioning units with whole-house air filters, new furnace for first floor, new alarm system, new window coverings, new kitchen flooring, and many other upgrades. See section for full list. Solar panels on roof and garage are owned. Situated on a quiet residential street; walk to Prospect Park or Gerrards Market. Plus, enjoy year-round fruit from the Meyer lemon, navel orange, grapefruit, tangerine, blood orange, plum, apricot, peach, nectarine, apple, and pineapple guava trees. This home is a must-see – make your appointment today!