Sweetly tucked away on a quiet street in Northridge, this adorable home will charm you from the moment you see it. Welcome to 8362 Shirley Ave, a recently updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with an easy, comfortable layout on a huge 9,443 sf lot! Inside, you'll discover the welcoming front living room with its cozy fireplace, leading right to the beautiful open kitchen. The kitchen opens to the family room on the other side and is a perfect hangout spot, truly the hub of the home with its newer sleek quartz countertops and spacious breakfast bar- a perfect place to cook and gather. The primary suite is spacious and calming, feeling like your own secluded refuge with its cedar-lined walk-in closet and private outdoor covered porch. Two additional bedrooms share a bathroom and are on the opposite side of the home, providing versatility for family, guests, or a home office. Recent home improvements include a newer roof, newer flooring, refreshed landscaping and a gated brick-front entry, adding both privacy and curb appeal. The home also features inside laundry, central A/C and integrated Ubiquiti wireless networking and surveillance system with no monthly subscription required. Outside, the covered porches create room to unwind, entertain, or simply enjoy Southern California living. Roll up your sleeves to plant your own garden and pick your avocados, citrus and pomegranates right off the trees- with room to plant more. You can picture anything here... a sunny pool or tiny home office? Sure! There's plenty of space to create whatever you imagine. Conveniently located near CSUN, award-winning high schools Cleveland and VIPHS, tons of shops and restaurants with quick access to shopping, dining, and the 118 & 405 freeways. Comfortable, central, and move-in ready without feeling cookie-cutter. Don't miss this exceptional home!