Prepare to fall in love with this lovely home in the desirable and well-maintained Highland Park community, blessed with a prime lot situated on a peaceful greenbelt, ideally located within walking distance of Saddleback College, The Shops at Mission Viejo, Parks, Hospital, and medical offices. The gated front walkway with vibrant front door entrance welcomes you in. Once inside, the light and bright interior and soaring vaulted ceilings will take your breath away. Gorgeous wood laminate floors, a freshly painted interior, scraped ceilings, recessed lighting, and updated ceiling fans all set the stage for a superb living environment. The well-designed open concept floor plan includes a formal dining area, updated kitchen and baths, a light filled living area with a cozy fireplace improved with new logs and glowing flint, and direct access to the back patio creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor living space. The sparkling kitchen is perfect for any home chef with white shaker cabinetry, beautiful Carrara White Quartz countertops, updated faucet and fixtures, matching stainless-steel appliances, and recessed lighting. Improvements, fine features and upgrades include whole house fan, recently repiped plumbing, new countertops, newer carpet, doggy door to patio, and extra storage in the deep closet under the stairs. The master suite is a peaceful retreat with vaulted ceilings, 3 closets, and a spa-like master bath with Quartz topped dual vanity, updated faucets and hardware, updated tile floors, an oversized step-in shower, and framed vanity mirrors. The secondary bedroom boasts a private upgraded bath with white shaker cabinetry and vanity, updated faucet and fixtures, updated tile floor, and a framed vanity mirror. The charming backyard is a tranquil oasis with a firepit, garden beds, and patio area looking out towards the serene greenbelt, perfect for bird watching and relaxing with family and friends. The direct access 2 car garage includes added storage racks. Community amenities include pool, spa, and gathering areas. Just a short stroll to dining, shopping, Home Depot, nearby hiking and biking trails, easy access to freeway, and just minutes from local beaches. Lake Mission Viejo Membership as well, and NO Mello Roos!!!