Want a homestead with all the modern updates yet close to everything? Come see this heavily upgraded La Mesa home near Lake Murray, where classic charm meets modern systems & boundless indoor-outdoor living. Natural light filled living spaces, refinished 1940s hardwood floors, flexible space, and nearly 1/4 acre complete with playground, fruit trees, & chicken coop.  The kitchen has copious storage, counters, stainless appliances, pantry and is command central with easy access to the backyard, perfect for entertaining, playing, gardens, & everyday life. The neighborhood is a charmer and you sit at the end of a quiet cul de sac above Lake Murray and the convenient trails.  This home shines where it matters most: the systems have been thoughtfully replaced for a forever home and energy efficiency: solar and battery backup, Anderson windows, sewer & plumbing. Fresh paint throughout the home. The primary bathroom has been fully renovated with quality finishes and modern ventilation.  A detached shed provides valuable additional storage, and the property has been thoughtfully improved with an emphasis on durability, efficiency, and long-term comfort rather than just short-term cosmetic fixes.  Located in an established La Mesa neighborhood just minutes to Lake Murray, parks, schools, and local shops, this move-in ready home offers the rare combination of character, major upgrades, energy efficiency, and lifestyle appeal. Homes with this level of improvement and outdoor space do not come up often. There is an assumable VA loan on this property -inquire for details. ***