17716 Nordhoff Street Spacious and versatile 4 bed, 2 bath, ranch-style home on an expansive, privately gated 15, 000+ sq ft lot in the coveted Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Northridge. Set back from the street, the fully-gated estate ensures privacy and offers wonderful outdoor space with a hexagon paver driveway framed by planters, decorative walkways and drought conscious landscaping offsetting a charming façade of wood siding, brick wainscoting, white trim and shutters for a timeless appeal. Inside, the home displays classic aesthetic touches like hardwood floors, crown molding and decorative wainscoting which blend beautifully with soaring vaulted ceilings and exposed beams in the living and dining rooms, anchored by a striking double-sided brick fireplace and custom built-ins that add warmth and architectural character. The vaulted kitchen is both functional and inviting, featuring a butcher block center island, oak cabinetry, decorative brick accent wall, a sunny greenhouse window and a cozy breakfast nook. French doors open to the back patio, enhancing indoor-outdoor flow. A spacious step-down addition with vaulted ceilings and French doors to the patio serves as a generous, private primary suite with luxury vinyl flooring, both a mirrored and walk-in closet with cedar paneling and floor, an en suite full bath with dual sink vanity, separate soaking tub and updated walk-in shower. The space can also serve as a home theater, rec room, gym, or private office, allowing exceptional versatility and functionality. Three additional large bedrooms on the other side of the house provide even more options, including a front room currently styled as an open den or office with built-in shelving that can easily convert back to a bedroom. The hall bath features tile floors, separate tub and shower and a bay window for added charm. Additional features include dual pane windows, a laundry closet with washer and dryer, and a two-car garage with storage. The park-like secluded backyard is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with a herringbone brick patio and walkway, mature fruit trees (with eight kinds of citrus), a sparkling in-ground pool with brick coping, raised vegetable beds on the side yard for home gardening, and a storage shed. Wonderfully situated in the heart of Northridge, near shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation and the CSUN campus. Balancing openness, warmth and adaptability, this house presents an opportunity to create your perfect home.