Beautifully updated, permitted, and ideally located near North Ridge Country Club, this spacious North Raleigh home brings together thoughtful design, beautiful finishes, and the kind of space that makes everyday living feel special. From the moment you pull up, you can see the difference. The exterior has been completely refreshed with brand-new fiber cement siding, soffits, fascia, trim boards, and windows, giving the home a clean, polished look. Inside, the updates continue with designer finishes, classic hardwood floors, custom paint, new lighting, and carefully chosen accent details throughout. The home offers 5 spacious bedrooms, along with a versatile flex space on the third floor. There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space, whether you need a home office, guest space, playroom, gym, hobby room, or simply want extra room to spread out. The kitchen has been beautifully renovated with new cabinetry, backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, creating a fresh and inviting space that is perfect for whipping up your favorite meals & entertaining friends and family. Throughout the home, new designer lighting and custom details like the custom arch-shaped drop-zone area add character and contribute to the home's contemporary yet cozy feel. The bathrooms have also been completely renewed with a clean, modern design featuring all new tile, vanities, and plumbing fixtures. The primary bathroom has a particularly special touch, a skylight with remote-controlled blinds that brings beautiful natural light into the room while giving you complete control over privacy and light. The major systems have been updated as well, including a brand-new central dual electric heating and cooling system with TWO new HVAC units and a brand-new electric water heater. And then there is the location. Just minutes from North Ridge Country Club, I-540, and Falls of Neuse Road, the home puts you close to everything that makes North Raleigh so convenient. Lafayette Village is nearby with its charming European-inspired setting, restaurants, shops, and places to gather. Durant Nature Preserve and Annie Louise Wilkerson, MD Nature Preserve offer beautiful trails and green space close to home, while shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences are all within easy reach. WakeMed North Hospital is also just a short drive away. What makes this home stand out is the combination of space, location, and the amount of work that has already been done. It feels fresh, updated, and beautifully put together, while still feeling like a home you can actually live in. With five bedrooms, a third-floor flex space, beautiful new finishes, and an incredible North Raleigh location, this is a home that is ready to be enjoyed from day one.  Schedule your showing today!