Peace and serenity abound, nestled onto a serene and private ¼+ acre hillside lot, within the coveted BEECHWOOD K-8 district, welcome home to 119 Helen Drive, affording the ideal combination of a peaceful natural setting, but within moments of Hillcrest Park, St. Jude Medical center, shopping, schools and Downtown Fullerton. A circular driveway and expansive lawn set the stage for a clean and manicured curb appeal; mature shrubs and California native plantings blend together to create a low maintenance landscape. A recently re-painted exterior is complimented by dual pane windows and a Spanish tile roof. The front porch greets you and welcomes you inside to a fresh and move-in ready interior featuring NEW INTERIOR PAINT, SMOOTH TEXTURE CEILINGS AND NEW CARPETING. Vaulted ceilings are a highlight of the living room as is a large picture window, providing great afternoon sunlight. The open concept family room and kitchen is the core of the home and will provide ideal daily living and entertaining flow. The kitchen enjoys tile counters, oak cabinetry and a gas range, new recessed lighting and tile flooring are further highlights. A casual dining area, with skylight and decorative beam hosts ample additional cabinet and counter space that overlooks the family room. A convenient inside laundry room provides direct access to the 2-car garage. Cozy and inviting the family room features a gas fireplace, wet bar and sliding door to the backyard. The dining room, added with permit in 1982, has tile flooring and stunning wood clad and beamed ceilings, a sliding door provides another access point to the backyard. The primary suite sits at the front of the home with a large window ensconced behind mature landscaping. The en-suite has an additional skylight, vanity area and a second closet, both closets have mirrored sliding doors. An upgraded and custom tile shower enclosure is set within the separate toilet/shower room. Two secondary bedrooms have new carpet and paint and share equal access to the functional and clean full hall bathroom. Outside the backyard is a private space and enjoys tranquil views to the east of trees and hills, the custom covered patio is the perfect place to enjoy dining outdoors. A fenced garden area sits at the rear of the yard, along with mature fruit bearing trees and a large side yard with the potential for trailer/RV parking is on the left side. Newer HVAC, attic insulation & drain lines under the home are further quality improvements.