Charming curb appeal beckons you into this quintessential Eastside Costa Mesa beach cottage on the 300 block of Flower Street. This premier location feeds to award-winning Mariners Elementary and is surrounded by pride of ownership properties. A fenced and gated yard with lawn area envelopes a peaceful walkway. The expanded 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers approximately 1800 feet of living space. A gracious entry parlor with fireplace welcomes you in from the brick patio. A great room allows for easy living with a large, central kitchen, and a spacious dining & living room with open beamed ceiling. Large windows bring in great natural light, while sliding doors open to the back yard with shade trellis, outdoor dining area, and lush lawn with playhouse. Inside the master bedroom enjoys generous closet space, a sitting/office area, plus access to the yard. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath. Conveniently located in the main hallway is a large laundry room. Beautiful oak hardwood floors run through much of the home. A detached 2-car garage is in the rear off the alley. Perfect as-is or remodeled to suit one's tastes, this home offers so much value. Close to Back Bay trails, parks, shopping & dining, beaches, library, and excellent freeway access.