NOW OFFERING A $20,000 BUYER CREDIT CAN BE USED FOR RATE BUY DOWN OR CLOSING COSTS 46 Pawprint, a beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on a private corner lot in the highly desirable Portola Springs community of Irvine. Offering approximately 1,953 square feet, this thoughtfully designed residence combines spacious interiors, extensive upgrades, energy-efficient features, and an exceptional backyard built for Southern California living. The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, featuring rich cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a large center island with bar seating, abundant storage, recessed lighting, and an adjoining dining area. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into the spacious family room and out to the backyard, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. Adding valuable flexibility to the floor plan is a separate downstairs room ideal for a home office, den, or flex space, with the potential to be converted into a fourth bedroom. A convenient powder bath is also located on the main level. Upstairs, the generous primary suite is filled with natural light and features plantation shutters, a custom walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath complete with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full secondary bath with dual sinks, and a dedicated laundry room with cabinetry and utility sink complete the upper level. Outside, the lush and private backyard feels like a secluded retreat. Mature landscaping surrounds multiple areas for dining, lounging, and entertaining, highlighted by a built-in BBQ and bar, fire features, stonework, patio space, and intimate garden seating areas. The corner-lot, full driveway, and established landscaping provide a level of privacy that is difficult to find. Additional upgrades include owned solar with Tesla backup battery, newer interior and exterior paint, LED recessed lighting, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, Nest thermostats, Nest doorbell, smart smoke detectors, and select smart lighting. The attached garage is equally well appointed with epoxy flooring, built-in cabinetry, EV charging, and a Wi-Fi-enabled garage door opener. Close to neighborhood parks, pools, trails, shopping, dining, and award-winning Irvine schools, offers an exceptional combination of space, flexibility, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living in one of Irvine's most desirable communities.