1741 Kent St

This home is the definition of the dream east side bungalow compound complete with charming built-ins that create character throughout the home, views of the San Gabriel mountains and fountains of Echo Park, and a large backyard filled with fruit trees that sweeten the air. Located at the end of a street that features stair access to nearby Echo Park is this enchanting property, with 4 bedrooms on the upper level and 2 bedrooms on the lower level. As soon as you walk in, you are greeted with magnificent mountain and city views in the main entertaining corridor of the house- which includes the living room, dining area, and den. Everywhere you look is an enchanting detail that evokes joy and creativity. This house radiates with love. The primary bedroom has Echo Park and mountain views with an adjacent dressing room that can also be converted to another bedroom depending on your needs. The lower level has 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom and an office, its own kitchen, large living room, bathroom, laundry, and additional storage space and backyard access. Both levels have their own outdoor eating area- perfect for large-scale hosting and entertaining. This is one of those rare homes where you can breathe a sigh of relief at all the period details like the brick archways, built-in cabinets, vintage wallpaper, and bright tile that were preserved to create this home's distinctive artistic personality. You can easily use the upper floor for living and the lower as an office, studio, guest quarters, or more allowing for desirable flexibility. The backyard is an oasis where you can watch the Echo Park fountains on full display while you relax by the fire or host a dinner party under the beautiful bougainvillea vines while sipping fresh orange juice from the mature tree in the garden. The lower level backyard has its own shed- used as a small home gym that offers another flexible use space as well. Other features include gated tandem parking for 2 cars, solar panels, and upper and lower level laundry. The beauty of this home is its flexibility to live, work, and entertain all within the confines of this magical place that feels like a countryside home that happens to be minutes from the best of Eastside dining and shopping.