Superb Location in Original Friendly Hills! This home has been lovingly maintained by original owner/builder's family since 1948. Surrounded by Ultra Large Estate Homes; move-in and maintain or modify to your liking. Step into your new casual, relaxed lifestyle with an immediate view straight through the house to the backyard with lattice-covered patio and the sparkling swimming pool beyond. Delight in your exquisite 1/2 Acre Lot (131 wide x 170 depth) featuring meandering paths through lush floral gardens dotted with with several Orange trees dating back to the Murphy Ranch groves along with numerous tropical Palms and abundant exotic plants and flowering trees. The open floor plan accomodates a large living room with fireplace and a dining area with pool/garden views. The kitchen has fabulous vintage steel cabinetry, a cool restaurant-style banquette and an open dining counter/bar with stools. The West Wing has a cozy Master Suite with a private bath, separate shower, double sinks & skylight. The East Wing enjoys 2 bedrooms and a shared sunken tub/shower with exciting, open atrium-like feel! Family & friends will love the pool cabana/game room/Man Cave that will become THE hang-out for all future fun! The quiet, highly prized neighborhood is superb with excellent schools! (Note to appraisers: this is "lot value"- house is a major fixer).