What are the 3 most important things when it comes to Real Estate? Location, LOCATION, L O C A T I O N !!! Located in the highly desirable Sherwood Forest neighborhood, this Northridge single story situated behind electric gates on a very private and flat 20,271 SQ FT LOT is the ONE you've been waiting for and offers a stylish design with outstanding finishes. Privacy and lush mature landscaping welcomes you to this very comfortable and functional 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 2851 SQ. FT. home with added flex space (was 3rd car garage that makes it actually over 3000 SF), offering a unique blend of comfort, entertaining space and indoor/outdoor California dream lifestyle – it's truly a private oasis. Gorgeous double front doors greet you upon entry and lead you to an open floor plan with inlaid wood flooring, smooth vaulted wood beamed ceilings, recessed lighting, custom crown moldings, plantation shutters, a spacious living room and family room, a cozy gas fireplace with seating area and a granite wet bar. A true formal dine is adjacent to a wonderful cooks kitchen with granite counter tops, custom cabinetry with soft close drawers, pantry with pull-outs, stainless steel appliances, breakfast area and convenient breakfast bar. Located off the kitchen and perfect for guest or in-laws is one bedroom and bath, plus the bonus room - making a great multi-functional space and can be a possible media room, home office, gym, and even has stairs to an upper storage room. The large primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, sliding glass door to the rear yard, his & her closets and an en suite bathroom with dual sinks, granite and marble finishes and a tub and separate shower. Entertain friends and family in the dream backyard with custom newer built salt water, pebbled pool & spa with water features, an expansive BBQ center with wrap around bar sitting, grassy area, blooming flower gardens, and a retractable awning. Cost and energy saving fully owned solar is an added bonus. Additional amenities newer roof (2018), central air & heat, tankless water heater, direct access 2 car garage and a long driveway for additional parking. Prime location within minutes to CSUN, shopping, dining and more!