Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Santa Fe Hills, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers thoughtfully upgraded living spaces throughout. Complete with numerous upgrades including: paid solar, A/C, newer windows (2024), water softener, tankless water heater & attic fan. And bonus - one of the larger yards with privacy (8,985 est.sq.ft. lot). Freshly painted interior and continuous light wood-style flooring give the home a cohesive, modern feel from room to room. This popular floor plan includes a full bedroom and bathroom downstairs plus a spacious upstairs loft for added flexibility. The remodeled kitchen features white shaker style cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and opens seamlessly to the breakfast nook and family room with cozy fireplace. A formal living and dining room offer additional versatility for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite includes dual sinks, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a generous sized walk-in closet. There are 3 more bedrooms upstairs, all with great natural light and closet space. The main level includes a bedroom and a newly remodeled bathroom with a floor-to-ceiling tiled walk-in shower. The spacious backyard is a private retreat with lush landscaping, a covered stamped concrete patio, a charming pergola, and fruit-bearing guava, lemon, and pomegranate trees. Additional features include a laundry room with built-in storage, 2-car attached garage and newer rain gutters. Santa Fe Hills is a family-friendly neighborhood with NO HOA, featuring top-rated schools including Paloma Elementary, San Marcos Middle School, and Mission Hills High School. Residents enjoy convenient access to Cerro De Las Posas Park with its pool, tennis courts, soccer, baseball, basketball and playgrounds as well as miles of scenic hiking and jogging trails. Close proximity to the 78 fwy, CSU San Marcos, Palomar College, and Grand Plaza Shopping Center with Nordstrom Rack, Sprouts, Starbucks and more! Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all in MLS prior to COE.