This is the one you've been waiting for! Located in the highly desirable Fire Mountain community of Oceanside, this charming single-story mid-century home offers nearly 1,900 sq ft of living space on over ¼ acre. Built in 1952 and lovingly maintained by the current owners for decades, it's now ready for your personal touch-a fantastic opportunity to create your dream home. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and wraps around the central atrium.  There is a walk-in basement, crawl space, and a spacious deck off the kitchen with panoramic views of San Jacinto and surrounding mountains. This home sits up high on the lot and offers ocean views from the front of the home, living room, and front bedrooms, with the potential to enhance those views even further by trimming some of the mature landscaping. The home's south-southwest orientation captures stunning natural light and refreshing ocean breezes. Modern upgrades include 5 mini-split systems and dual-pane windows for year-round comfort. The fenced yard is a private retreat with fruit trees, a workshop, and ample space for RV parking, an ADU, or even a swimming pool. The attached 2-car garage features a flat roof-perfect for a future rooftop deck to take full advantage of the ocean views. Just minutes from Carlsbad beaches, shopping, dining, and with easy freeway access, Fire Mountain is a welcoming, walkable neighborhood where residents enjoy a strong sense of community. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of coastal paradise with room to grow and make it your own!