The dream that only comes around every few years as of late is here! Time to wake up because this window will close fast. In a neighborhood where properties now generally approach or exceed $2 million, welcome to your perfect North Tustin starter home opportunity with a heavenly backyard. Single level, 1959 ranch style character on 1/4 acre sprawling lot with no HOA and the best of both worlds – to be a part of the enchantment of the surrounding hills, but with practical living on a flat, peaceful street with easy access to the main avenue. Not to mention that for young families, this property comes with the local holy grail of school life - being able to walk the kids to beloved Arroyo Elementary. Other award-winning institutions await down the road: Hewes Middle School and Foothill High School. As you come up the inviting curved path, the magic starts to reveal itself behind the manicured hedges. Welcome through the front patio courtyard and Dutch door entry, as you are serenaded by the water fountain. The rustic texture of the French oak floors throughout the living spaces are a seamless link between the home’s original mid century charm and the tasteful updates. The timeless kitchen and breakfast bar open to the family room/dining area. On the other side of a vintage brick two-sided fireplace is the separate, spacious living room with beautiful new built-ins. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and direct access to the backyard. Both oversized secondary bedrooms are updated with California Closets. The private backyard sanctuary offers something for everyone. Huge yard space for the pups, a playground for the kids, and built-in barbecue/bar in the patio for the adults. Turn on the lights and majestic outdoor fireplace for some twilight entertaining. Your collection of fruit trees include lime, avocado, fig, tangerine and strawberry guava; plus the rear terrace is an endless canvas for more landscaping and a vegetable garden. The finished garage with A/C provides the feel of extra square footage and there is bonus storage in the garage attic, as well as a row of cabinets on west side of home. Roof replaced just a few years ago. Other updates include: new HVAC, internet controlled sprinkler system & updated electrical with 220 volt in garage compatible for EV charging. Central to OC, shop The Market Place, dine in Old Town Tustin, hike the trails & nature of Peter’s Canyon. Enjoy your new life in Lemon Heights!