Lake Balboa Homes with Bungalow Style

Welcome to Lake Balboa, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County, California. Known for its serene lakeside charm and vibrant community, Lake Balboa offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its picturesque parks, lush greenery, and a variety of recreational activities, this delightful neighborhood is ideal for families, professionals, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the most appealing aspects of Lake Balboa is its charming bungalow-style homes. These cozy residences are characterized by their unique architectural features, including inviting front porches, spacious layouts, and warm, earthy tones. Bungalows in this area often boast beautifully landscaped yards, offering a perfect space for outdoor gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. The bungalow style not only provides a sense of nostalgia but also fosters a close-knit community feeling that residents cherish.

Living in Lake Balboa means embracing a lifestyle that values both comfort and convenience. The neighborhood is well-connected to major highways and public transportation, making it easy to explore the greater Los Angeles area. With nearby shopping centers, dining options, and recreational facilities, residents have everything they need at their fingertips. Plus, the nearby Lake Balboa Park offers a stunning backdrop for leisurely strolls, picnics, and various outdoor activities.

If you’re looking for a home that combines the charm of bungalow living with the vibrant energy of Los Angeles, Lake Balboa is the perfect place to call home. Come discover the warmth and beauty of this enchanting community today!

Newest Lake Balboa Homes with Bungalow Style

$875,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ OC26127605 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Some homes simply have a feeling you can't manufacture, and 6724 De Celis is one of them. Set along a charming, Storybook-like tree-canopied street that feels like a step back in time, this enchanting Lake Balboa home is surrounded by grassy parkways, mature trees and beautifully kept homes showcasing the character of an earlier Los Angeles. For many years, this was the almost-forever home of a prolific artist, and it is easy to understand why. Natural light pours through windows on nearly every wall, illuminating beautiful hardwood floors and creating a warm, cheerful connection between indoors and out. The living and dining areas flow beautifully into an impressive family room addition with vaulted open-beam wood ceilings, a romantic stone fireplace and sliding doors to the backyard. Tucked within this wonderful space is a generous artist/craft retreat concealed behind accordion doors; leave your paints, projects, crafts or homework spread out, close the doors when guests arrive, and pick up right where you left off. The ultra-charming kitchen retains its delightful pale yellow and black tile, while a beautiful stained-glass window adds another touch of personality. Three spacious bedrooms offer generous closets and wonderful natural light. A full bath, convenient laundry room with side access and attached two-car garage complete the home. Outside, a brick-trimmed front porch is tucked behind a mature privacy hedge, while the backyard holds another surprise: an adorable freestanding mini-house with windows, door and roof—ready for storage, creative space, office, exercise room or a quiet getaway. And then there is Lake Balboa itself. In the middle of Los Angeles, this special neighborhood offers something increasingly rare - nature, green space and recreation. Nearby are Lake Balboa Park, Woodley Park, the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve, miles of walking and biking paths, dog park, farmers market, three public golf courses and Balboa Sports Center. Ventura Boulevard shopping and dining are minutes away, with convenient access to the 101 and 405. Enchanting, artistic, light-filled and wonderfully original—6724 De Celis is one of those special places that simply feels like home.

6724 De Celis Place, Lake Balboa

$795,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SR26147811 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Before I tell you about this charming Mid-Century home in one of Lake Balboa's neighborhoods, let's talk about the things you can't see, because they're the expensive ones! The roof? NEWER. The sewer line? REPLACED. Copper plumbing? UPDATED. HVAC motor? NEW. Fresh interior and exterior paint? DONE! In other words, many of the major projects that keep homeowners awake at night have already been taken care of, leaving you free to enjoy the fun part—making this vintage beauty your own. Now, let's step inside. The spacious living room welcomes you with a mirrored accent wall that's just waiting to reflect your best dance moves (or at least make the room feel twice as big). Adjacent den can become a formal dining room, home office, or whatever your imagination dreams up. The country kitchen is where old-school charm steals the show. A soaring knotty pine ceiling sets the stage while the wood cabinetry, classic Formica countertops, built-in appliances, and breakfast nook remind us that good design never really goes out of style. It's the kind of kitchen where coffee tastes a little better and family recipes deserve to live on. The home's unique floor plan places the bedrooms on opposite sides of the living room, giving everyone their own private retreat. The east bedroom offers laminate flooring, generous wall-to-wall closets, and access to a semi-updated bathroom featuring fabulous vintage tile that deserves a comeback. Even the hallway wallpaper has survived the decades with style and is ready for its close-up. The west bedroom continues the retro vibe with laminate flooring and its own mirrored three-quarter bathroom with a walk-in shower. Step outside and discover a property that's full of personality. The fully gated lot offers a long driveway leading to a one-car garage and an additional covered carport. Mature fruit trees provide nature's grocery store, while the classic backyard clothesline is a nostalgic reminder of the days before dryers—and yes, sheets really do smell better dried in the California sunshine! The spacious backyard offers endless possibilities. Garden, entertain, add an ADU (buyer to verify), or simply relax and enjoy your own private retreat. If HGTV and Grandma's house had a baby, this might be it. Full of character, packed with expensive upgrades, and ready for its next chapter, this Lake Balboa classic is looking for someone who appreciates a little nostalgia, a lot of charm, and a home with stories still left to tell.

15841 Marlin Place, Lake Balboa

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