5521 Via Marisol Los Angeles CA 90042 MLS #WS24178236

Fall in love with this special cottage bungalow in Hermon, a historic LA neighborhood adjacent to Highland Park and South Pasadena. This 3 bed 1 bath home offers the best of indoor/outdoor living with multiple patios, garden views from every window and a magical outdoor sanctuary. Meander through the gated and hedged front yard where mature rose bushes, rosemary, and sage shield the garden from the street and awaken the senses. At the entry, the living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace,refinished oak wood floors and surround sound speakers that are carried out to the patio. The sun-drenched dining area features numerous Anderson windows and views of Hermon Park and the San Gabriel Mountains. The kitchen has a sweet breakfast nook and walk-in pantry, great for additional storage. Adjacent to the kitchen, French doors lead to a generous wood pergola flanked with dual lighting pendants creating a romantic setting for dining alfresco all year round. A second set of French doors at the rear bedroom lead to a tranquil haven where sightlines of the therapy spa, second wood pergola, and built-in fire pit offer plenty of room to unwind. Following the contours of the home’s exterior, nestled amongst native plantings, the lush gardens boast ficus, lemon, navel, blood orange, valencia, avocado and pomegranate trees providing fresh fruit seasonally. Additional upgrades include newly painted interior and exterior, new HVAC system and ducts, updated electrical panel & rewiring, copper plumbing, new hardscape, earthquake retrofit, two car garage with 220 v for EV charger, and much more. Prime location with local favs including Hippo, Joy, Highly Likely and more incredible restaurants down York & Fig. Coffee shops, grocery stores, and biking and hiking trails are at your footsteps. Minutes to DTLA, Pasadena and NELA and convenient access to the Metro, 110 and 10 fwys. This is a must see!