Home | Los Angeles County | Reseda | 91335 | 7238 Balcom Ave
MLS: CRSR26184451 | Status: Active | Price: $699,900
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1,788 | 6,755 | 1956 |
OFFER DEADLINE: TUESDAY 9/1 12 PM (NOON) Calling all renovators and midcentury enthusiasts: this character-rich 1956 Birdhouse Ranch reflects many of the hallmark details associated with William Mellenthin’s celebrated San Fernando Valley homes, along with the kind of original character that makes a thoughtful restoration especially rewarding. Located in Reseda, the home offers approximately 1,788 square feet with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a versatile bonus room with a closet, all on a 6,755-square-foot lot. The large bonus room offers flexibility for an office, den, studio, hobby room, or other use. Step inside to find original hardwood floors, extensive wood paneling and detailing, a dramatic double-sided brick fireplace, a diamond-pane window, and other period touches, providing a compelling foundation for renovation. Outside, the gated property includes a large driveway, an attached 2-car direct-access garage with built-ins, an in-ground pool, and multiple mature fruit trees (citrus, fig, and more). A signature birdhouse/dovecote detail is prominently featured above the garage. Ready for extensive renovation, this is an exciting opportunity for a builder, investor, or owner-occupant to bring their vision and breathe new life into a home with real personality and
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | CRSR26184451 |
| MLS Source | California Regional MLS |
| Days on Site | 5 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Fireplace | Family Room, Living Room |
| Laundry | In Laundry Room |
| Cooling | Central Forced Air |
| Heating | Central Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Pool | In Ground, Pool - Yes |
| Style | Ranch |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | Los Angeles Unified |
| High School District | Los Angeles Unified |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
Rosemary Markson
Beverly and Company, Inc.
License #: 02176755
Phone: –
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