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MID-CENTURY LAKEWOOD MUTUALS CHARMER! First time on the market in 70 years!! Happily step back in time as you enter this quality built, well-loved home in the post WWII master-planned community of Lakewood, where the city's motto is, “Times Change. Values Don’t.” This home will captivate you from the curb with its sprawling, south-facing front yard set back on a deep lot and a wide frontage road. Entrance to this wonderfully spacious home is via the inviting covered porch. This two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,446 square foot home with a 480 square foot permitted family room has the nostalgia of times gone by with original paneled solid wood interior doors, OG hardwood floors well-preserved under the plush wall-to-wall carpet that protects them throughout the main living areas. Other IMPORTANT upgrades include the BRAND NEW ROOF AND FRESHLY PAINTED EXTERIOR. Additional must-haves include forced air heating and AC, dual-pane windows nearly throughout, main sewer line replacement to the city connection, and ceiling fans in most rooms. One might appreciate the swinging kitchen door that opens to the formal dining room and adjacent living room with a grand picture window that overlooks the massive front yard. The large family room that was added with permit in 2000 features a full (3/4) bathroom with stall shower, a closet, and an ndoor full-size laundry closet, this family room could easily be converted to a third primary bedroom. Included in this home is a pantry just off the kitchen. The kitchen has an original O’Keefe and Merritt stove along with a spacious area for a breakfast nook or additional cupboard and counter space. The backyard features block walls and a shady, covered patio. This property is conveniently located for all your dining and shopping needs. It is close to Long Beach Airport, Long Beach City College, a few miles from the 405 and 605 freeways and just a few miles more to the beaches.