Please don't miss out on this home that has been lovingly maintained! A blank canvas just waiting for your special touches. Very spacious home in the highly desirable Long Beach's historic California Heights neighborhood. The current owners have thoughtfully updated the property while preserving its original charm and character. An inviting wood-burning fireplace anchors the oversized living room, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is well-designed and opens seamlessly to the dining room, which overlooks the backyard. It features GE appliances along with a combination of butcher block and granite countertops. The generous primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the primary bathroom offers dual sinks and an expanded shower. The private, secluded backyard with no neighboring home behind you makes the location ideal for playtime with the kids or hosting gatherings with friends and family. A bonus small art studio in the back yard is complete with electricity and air conditioning, great for relaxing, workouts, and artful crafts. The two-car garage is equipped for an electric vehicle, and the home is enhanced by FULLY OWNED SOLAR PANELS. Lots of additional upgrades include in 2020 replacement of the main gas line from meter to the house, in 2021 installation of a new garage door and motor, in 2022 installation of a new water heater and a 200-amp electrical panel along with an upgrade to the garage rewiring and sub-panel, in 2024 a new garbage disposal and installation of Pex pipe water supply line, in 2025 the house exterior was painted, and in 2026 a new heating and AC. Artificial turf in back yard. You will love having the peace of mind of the updates to major systems while also having a blank canvas to create your own special living space.