Bring your favorite contractor or just move into this peaceful, well-maintained time-capsule! Handy owner made terrific PERMITTED improvements to this 1,213-sf one-level corner home on large 5,949-sf lot in popular Encino Park. Added a 3rd bedroom, dining area to the kitchen, converted the garage to a DEN and many other creative changes including a large laundry room with storage. He added a DETACHED 2-car garage (possible ADU?) which is currently used as a workshop. Home has original hardwood floors throughout. Newer A/C, roof, water heater and plumbing has been added. Large, fenced yard for outdoor entertaining and fun. Located moments away from one of the largest parks in Los Angeles (Balboa Park) which is surrounded by a large lake. It offers soccer games, tennis courts, golf courses, wonderful running and biking pats. Getting to Downtown or hitting the West Side is a breeze with the easy access to 101 and 405 freeways or the Orange Bus Line. Nearby Trader Joes, shopping, fabulous restaurants, places of worship and great schools is what makes Encino Park so popular.