Tucked into the sought-after University Hills neighborhood of El Sereno, this inviting single-level residence blends timeless character, modern comfort, and exceptional versatility in one beautifully livable home. From the moment you enter, refinished original wood floors and a sun-filled picture window create a warm, graceful first impression. The living room offers an effortless sense of comfort and connection, flowing naturally into the dining area, where sliding glass doors open to a covered patio and invite the best of Southern California indoor-outdoor living. The bright kitchen is designed with both charm and function in mind, featuring crisp white cabinetry, classic white tile, a newer white stove, abundant storage, and a cozy breakfast bar for two. Just beyond, the laundry room and breakfast nook provide everyday convenience with direct access to the backyard. A tiled hallway leads to a beautifully refreshed bathroom appointed with white tile floors, a tiled walk-in shower with custom glass doors, a separate bathtub, and a new vanity. The bedrooms offer comfort, flexibility, and privacy, including an oversized bedroom with new laminate flooring and a serene primary suite with new laminate floors, a generous closet, two light-filled windows, and an en-suite bath featuring new white tile, a new vanity, and a tiled walk-in shower with a custom glass enclosure. The third bedroom is ideal as a child's room, guest retreat, or inspiring home office. Downstairs, the finished basement expands the possibilities even further, offering a comfortable, climate-controlled space for a guest suite, creative studio, family room, game room, office, or private retreat. Outside, the covered patio and low-maintenance backyard set the stage for relaxed evenings, weekend gatherings, and effortless entertaining. Adding even more flexibility, the two-car garage is currently being used as an unpermitted ADU studio complete with a kitchen area, newly remodeled bathroom, large closet, and generous space for living, dining, sleeping, and media needs. With two large driveway parking spaces, street parking available on Barnett Road, and a prime location near Cal State LA, major freeways, schools, shopping, DTLA, Alhambra, Pasadena, Dodger Stadium, and more, this rare single-story home offers a compelling blend of comfort, convenience, and opportunity in one of Northeast Los Angeles' most connected neighborhoods.

Last Updated	6/29/2026	Year Built	1952
Community	621 - El Sereno	Garage Spaces	2.0
County	Los Angeles

SCHOOLS

Elementary School	Los Angeles Unified
Jr. High School	El Sereno
High School	Woodrow Wilson

Additional Details

AIR	Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
APPLIANCES	Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood
AREA	621 - El Sereno
BASEMENT	Finished, Yes
CONSTRUCTION	Plaster, Stucco
EXTERIOR	Garden, Lighting, Rain Gutters
GARAGE	Yes
HEAT	Central
INTERIOR	Breakfast Bar, Master Downstairs
LOT	5210 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION	Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sloped Down
LOT DIMENSIONS	5210
PARKING	Concrete, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Permit Required, On Street
POOL DESCRIPTION	None
SEWER	Public Sewer
STORIES	1
STYLE	Traditional
UTILITIES	Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
VIEW	Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION	City Lights, Neighborhood
WATER	Public

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