GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!! This is the first time this terrific home has been on the market in over 40 years! Located in the highly desirable Mesa Del Mar community, there's easy access to everything you could possibly need. There's so much to do in the neighboring South Coast Metro area with all kinds of shopping, dining, services, entertainment and so much more. Schools at all grade levels are just minutes away with Sonora Elementary, Costa Mesa Middle and High School, and Orange Coast College. South Coast Plaza, a world reknowned luxury shopping center, is just minutes away along with smaller shopping centers of all kinds. This is an ideal location with easy commuting to almost everywhere in southern California! Drake Avenue is a tree-lined street that is a shining example of suburban life. A wide driveway leads to the 2 car garage with direct access to the home. A walkway off the driveway leads past a large front lawn to the entry of the hom. This well loved home features a spacious living room with fireplace place and adjacent dining room. The convenient kitchen is just beyond the dining room with ample countertop and cupboard space, including a pantry cupboard. There's even a double closet with louvered doors and shelving for your laundry room. On the opposite side of the home are 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The large primary suite has a private bath with a large vanity, walk-in shower, private commode and wardrobe closet. The secondary bedrooms each have wardrobe closets and share a full bath off the hallway. Off the living and dining rooms you'll find a huge sun room or family room and an additional open covered patio. The a huge lawn area with plenty of room for pets or kids to play, or just to sit and enjoy a beatiful day! This terrific home is considered a "fixer" and is in need of some TLC and is being sold "as is." The seller will make no repairs or replacements and will not provide termite clearance. This reflected in the price. It's waiting for your personal touch to make it your dream home! Come make it yours!