Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom home with a versatile loft area upstairs that can be used as an office, playroom, media space, or whatever fits your needs! The open floor plan offers two living room areas plus a dedicated dining space, creating plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining, along with sought-after hard surface flooring throughout the entire first level. The chef's kitchen features an expansive eat-at island, vented gas cooktop, abundant countertop workspace, and a pass-through serving station or coffee bar area. Additional highlights include plantation shutters, upgraded carpet, a spacious walk-in laundry room, extra-large walk-in primary closet, durable fiber cement siding and tankless water heater. Plenty of places to enjoy outdoors as well with a covered front porch and covered back patio, as well as a 2nd story balcony off the primary bedroom. The HOA takes care of exterior lawn maintenance, making it easy to enjoy your home without the upkeep. Residents also have access to resort-style amenities including a pool and clubhouse, fitness center, pocket parks, walking trails, a community garden, playgrounds and more. Conveniently located within walking distance of neighborhood schools, restaurants, a brewery, shopping, and other everyday conveniences. Plus, enjoy easy access to River Bend Park, offering 24 acres to explore, including a playground, kayak launch, and CrossFit-style outdoor fitness area. Extremely convenient to 540, providing a short commute to RDU Airport and Research Triangle Park (RTP), as well as an easy drive to downtown Raleigh and the North Hills area. The location of this home also qualifies for multiple lending programs that may help offer significantly lower interest rate opportunities. Have your agent ask me for more details!