On a picturesque street lined with towering palm trees, in historic Leimert Park, an assuming 1923 California Bungalow has undergone a complete metamorphosis--emerging as QUIMERA, an enigmatic Spanish-Style Bungalow that blends captivating character with modern comforts and eclectic design. The result is a hybrid of styles and a fusion of forms worthy of its name. Brilliantly reimagined and fully renovated, this home offers 3 bedrooms + 2 baths, along with a finished 260 sq ft detached Bonus Studio, ready to adapt to a myriad of needs--as a creative studio, home office, or versatile rec space. A minimalist wooden ranch-style fence frames a freshly planted drought-tolerant desert-scape, delivering undeniable curb appeal. An arched front porch greets you and welcomes you into a charming open concept living + dining room, showcasing an original fireplace with period built-ins and preserved coved ceiling. Warm engineered hardwood floors with natural grain and knot detailing span the entire home. Two well-appointed guest bedrooms and a guest full bath, adorned with vertically stacked matte subway tile in organic earth tones, matte black fixtures, and single floating vanity sit right off of the living room. An elegant archway separates the spacious kitchen, the true heart of the home, featuring a showstopping floor-to-ceiling wall of custom frameless wooden Hugo cabinetry with brushed brass hardware, along with white ceramic farmhouse sink + brushed brass faucet, and white cloud quartz countertops. The kitchen comes equipped with a suite of all new stainless steel Samsung appliances: French door refrigerator with Beverage Center, gas stove, and dishwasher. Beyond the kitchen, find a brand new Primary Suite and separate new Mud Room + Laundry Area with W/D hookups. The bright and airy Primary Suite offers double closets and encompasses an en-suite bath with large walk-in shower that's been outfitted in soft gray glazed square tile and white penny porcelain tile floor. A floating double ribbed teal vanity, warm wood countertop, twin white ceramic vessel sinks, and brushed brass fixtures complete the ensemble. A newly built attached outdoor wooden deck opens out to a generous backyard, enveloped in lush greenery and mature trees, inviting you to rest & recharge in your own private retreat. Located in a quaint residential pocket of prime Leimert Park, QUIMERA is equidistant to Exposition Park\USC and Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, while a hop, skip, and a jump to burgeoning Leimert Park Village Plaza. It is less than a 10 minute drive to beloved Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen and Issa Rae's acclaimed new Somerville. Not to mention, all of the most delicious restaurants and hottest bars on West Adams are also mere moments away. Property includes RTI-approved plans for an ADU conversion. Make this home yours!
