8525 Louise Ave, Sherwood Forest, CA 91325

Property Description

Amazing opportunity! 2 full houses on generous 33,569 sq ft, ¾ acre lot in heart of Sherwood Forest! Verdant front hedge ensures privacy while the brick gateposts at the entrance of the long drive provide a stately welcome. Ranch-style, 2295 sq ft, front house has appealing covered front porch and attractive brick accent façade. Features throughout the house include hardwood floors & crown molding. Formal entry opens to large living room with brick fireplace and formal dining room with decorative wainscotting and double door entry. Spacious kitchen offers tile counters and backsplash, built-in double oven & countertop range, & indoor laundry. Step down into large informal family room with wood paneling, built-in storage, vaulted wood beamed ceiling, fireplace & access to back yard. Down the hall is private primary bedroom, with three closets, a transom window, and en-suite ¾ bath with direct access to yard. Second bedroom has en-suite 1/2 bath. 3rd bedroom has a sliding glass door out to back yard and leads to an additional large room, also with a sliding glass door out to the yard and vaulted ceiling, which could be a 4th bedroom or utilized as a playroom, home gym, or bonus room. Both rooms have access to a full hall bath. Attached 2-car garage. 2-story, 1283 sq ft, back house has a separate address and the entry opens to a large living area with wood paneling, built in storage, vaulted wood beamed ceiling, and impressive brick fireplace. There is a convenient passthrough into kitchen with tile counters and breakfast bar area. Downstairs is one bedroom and a full bath. Upstairs is loft for additional living space, a ¾ hall bath and an additional bedroom. This house is finished with a sunroom/screened porch, including dedicated laundry facilities. perfect for enjoying the southern California sunshine. Additionally, there is an approximate 15’ x 30’ structure (approximately 450 sq ft) built without permits. Ample opportunities for ADU, guest house, home office, gym etc. The giant lot includes brick patio areas for both houses, an in-ground pool with stone decking, pool house/cabana, storage shed/workshop area, and plenty of space to customize, landscape, and make it your own. The wonderfully wooded grounds have numerous beautiful and mature trees, creating your very own slice of Sherwood Forest. Property is well situated close to schools, shopping, grocery stores, Northridge Hospital, CSUN, Northridge Fashion Center, Costco, and easy access to the 405.