Description

Fully updated, single-story Traditional charmer on a quiet one-block-long street in NW Glendale near Balboa Elementary School not far from the Kenneth Village and Brand Park. Featuring loads of original character detail alongside newer modern conveniences, this home is a wonderful blend of the classic and the contemporary. Each room of the home shares a combination of the following character details: just-refinished original oak floors, crown moldings, wood wainscoting, original 3-panel solid wood doors and upgraded divided light double hung energy efficient dual pane windows. Additionally, the quite-spacious formal Living Room is anchored by a period fireplace with original decorative wood mantle and bay window. The formal Dining Room features vintage lighting and double privacy doors from the Living Room. The updated Kitchen has cork flooring, quartz countertops, plentiful upgraded cabinetry, recessed lighting, stainless appliances and a French door out to the covered patio and yard. A roomy Den has a custom built-in bookshelf, a step-in closet as well as the home’s updated Powder Room and double French door access to the backyard. Off the central hall is the front Bedroom that has two closets and a bay window with a built-in bench atop additional storage. The rear Bedroom has another custom built-in bookshelf, step-in closet and double French doors out to the backyard. The Bedrooms are separated by the home’s updated full bathroom with separate tub and stall shower. The tranquil, private backyard has space for all sorts of activities and features a covered patio great for al fresco dining, a moveable propane fire pit as well as a bonus 120 sf Garden Flex Room that has a vaulted wood ceiling, walls of windows that pour in natural light and brand new vinyl plank flooring. This space is great for a home office, yoga/meditation retreat, an art studio and more. At various times over the past 28 years, the current owners have thoughtfully upgraded the home with a newer roof, copper plumbing throughout, upgraded waste lines including a newer sewer line out to the city connection, upgraded 200 amp panel & newer wiring, central HVAC and along the driveway is a 240V EV charger and additional wiring for a second 240V charger as well. Situated in prime NW Glendale close to parks, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools, this home blends essential modern amenities with timeless character and charm.