With the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869, settlers began flocking to Southern California to develop and colonize the beautiful area. The following year, the navel orange was planted in the area that is now Riverside County and was a huge success. At the time of Riverside County’s official formation, the navel orange had helped make the city of Riverside the wealthiest city per capita in the country. Today, the area’s agricultural industry is matched by manufacturing and tourism. World-famous golf resorts draw visitors, but they also provide wonderful opportunities in the Riverside County luxury home market. Country club estates and executive homes situated in luxury developments provide the luxury home seeker with a wealth of opportunities.