Charming, Bright & Move-In Ready in Central Simi Valley! Welcome to 2966 Encina Lane--a super clean and inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single residential home in the sought-after Los Arboles at Greenbriar community. Built in 2012 and offering approximately 1,526 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, this home blends comfort, style, and low-maintenance living with drought-tolerant landscaping maintained by the HOA. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel at home. A welcoming covered front patio with a table and two chairs (included) creates the perfect spot to relax with your morning coffee. Step inside to an open-concept layout filled with natural light, creating a light and bright atmosphere that flows throughout the main level. Light tile flooring, soft off-white wall tones, and recessed LED lighting throughout enhance the home's fresh and airy feel. All windows feature 3-inch shutters, adding classic style and cohesion. Every inch of this home is impressively maintained, and move-in ready, offering a space that truly feels like home. Just off the living area is a flexible space perfect for a home office, study, or hobby room--framed by a double-door opening (no doors) and featuring a ceiling fan for added comfort. The heart of the home is the beautifully appointed kitchen, designed with style and function in mind. Enjoy granite countertops and backsplash, maple cabinetry, and a large center island with seating, a stainless sink, black fixtures, and pendant lighting. The kitchen is equipped with high-quality stainless appliances, including a Samsung 5-burner gas range/oven, Whirlpool built-in microwave and dishwasher, and LG side-by-side refrigerator with bottom freezer. A glass door leads to a private backyard retreat with paver hardscape, an iron side gate access from the rear, ambient outdoor lighting, and low-maintenance landscaping. Charming features like a potting bench, iron plant shelf, small fountain, and two large potted plants (all included) bring character and warmth to the space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a sunlit dining nook, a convenient powder room with a pedestal sink, and direct access to the attached two-car garage, which offers cabinet storage, tool-hanging racks, overhead lighting, and an insulated garage door. The home also includes a tankless water heater, radiant-barrier roofing, and a whole house fan/humidifier system, adding energy efficiency and enhanced year-round comfort. Upstairs, Berber carpeting adds warmth, and the hallway features linen cabinetry and a laundry closet with Whirlpool washer and dryer (included), plus overhead organizers. Two secondary bedrooms each offer ceiling fans, large windows, and wall closets, and they are serviced by a spacious hall bathroom with a dual-sink cultured marble vanity, maple cabinetry, modern lighting, and a separate tub/shower area. The relaxing primary suite features three large windows, a ceiling fan, a walk-in closet, and an en suite bath with tile flooring, a soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower with a sit-down bench, and a dual-sink cultured marble vanity. Enjoy community amenities like walking paths, a kids' playground, picnic areas, and sidewalks throughout. With its scenic foothill location, eco-conscious design, and proximity to shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes, this home truly offers easy living in the heart of Simi Valley.