12487 Gilmore Avenue

Open Sunday, Aug 4, 10:30-12:30pm!TURN KEY! Most major updates done! This move-in ready, charming Craftsman 1920s California bungalow in sought after Del Rey could be your next home! Adjacent to Marina Del Rey, Venice Beach, Marina, Abbott Kinney, Silicon Beach with cafes, gastropubs, restaurants, fantastic schools and bike paths close by! With a great layout, this 2BR, 1BA stylishly updated 1925 bungalow celebrates original details with a modern edge.Drought-tolerant California plants greet you as well as the covered porch evoking LA’s early days, ideal for cool summer evenings under the stars. This home is teeming with notable detail seemingly missing in today’s new builds. Careful thought to preserve the charm of the era is evident while adding modern touches for a truly unique living space. Relish the elegant coved ceilings, beautiful built-in buffet, old fashioned milk door converted shelf, clawfoot tub, farmhouse sink, original oak and fir floors, picture rails. These wonderful classic details are balanced out by modern Sputnik chandelier, handwoven rattan pendant dining light, kitchen and bath remodel, tankless water heater, smart light switches, Nest thermostat. Other updates including new roof, gutters, siding, electrical rewiring, tankless water heater, attic insulation, windows, Craftsman front door and fresh paint. The living room is bright and inviting which flows into the dining area. The beautiful updated kitchen merge seamlessly with vintage details, contrasting grey shaker cabinets with retro styled glass kitchen knobs, Silestone Quartz countertops, farmhouse apron sink, subway tile and more. Enjoy views of the lush backyard from the kitchen.The large bathroom is large with a gorgeous vintage reproduction clawfoot tub for an extended soak after a long day’s work, white subway tiles, the beautiful salvaged vintage 1940s sink flanked by two windows to create a bright and airy feel. Enjoy two bright bedrooms, separated for privacy by a hallway and bathroom. The front bedroom features French doors which can be used as a den off the living room. Dine and drink with friends in the lush, private backyard or tend to your vegetable garden on a hot day.
The lot size and potential to convert the detached 1 car garage into an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or home office/guest suite adds versatility and value. Don’t miss the great attic space or the long driveway to park up to fiver vehicles. The perfect blend of urban living and relaxed charm.