849 81st Avenue NE Rarely do you find a home that offers a "blank canvas" interior paired with the total peace of mind of an updated exterior & mechanical systems. Located in a high-demand pocket of Spring Lake Park near the High School, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a must see for homeowners looking to build instant sweat equity by rolling up the sleeves, or investors that have a team ready to get started on a light remodel. Heavy lifting has been done! Skip the expensive repairs with newer updates such as roof, siding, HVAC, water heater, driveway, some doors, & move straight to the fun part of remodeling, you know the ‘lipstick’ items where you get to choose the style and make this home truly your own. A spacious flat, fully fenced backyard features a large patio perfect for entertaining friends on those lovely summer evenings we all covet. Bring your vision back here as well as there is enough space to add activities, maybe a playground, a large storage shed/small garage, how about an outdoor hockey rink, or maybe even a sport court, perhaps Pickleball. Attached garage also walks out to backyard, & has access to home. The 3 bedrooms and full bath on the main Level feature a functional flow through to the living room space open to lower level stairway giving this space a larger feel. Door to the backyard & patio area accessed off informal dining space. Galley kitchen can be reimagined in many different ways, over looks backyard space. Lower level boasts a large recreation room, a second full bathroom, & a den/office space that can easily be converted into a legal 4th bedroom by adding a simple egress window. Located within walking distance of the High School, walkable to multiple parks, near shopping, restaurants, plus easy access to the freeway systems. Everything you will ever need is nearby, or really fun stuff within 20 minutes.