Welcome to the the Lakes Community in the prestigious Northwood neighborhood. This townhome has been freshly painted and features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, open concept dining and living area. Functional kitchen with lots of light and a convenient breakfast bar. Main level powder room for your guests with both bedrooms upstairs and a spacious shared bathroom. Living room features a cozy fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Direct access to the patio with scenic views of the creek and the serene community. Main bedroom features dramatic, high ceilings and two closets. The established HOA features tennis courts, professionally landscaped and maintained creeks, community pools and spas. Walking distance from awarding willing Santiago Hills elementary, and less than a mile from Sierra Vista Middle School and six minutes from Northwood High. Enjoy the ease of getting on the 405, 5 or the 133 freeway and the close proximity of the Marketplace, Irvine Spectrum, South Coast Plaza and Newport Fashion Island. The best part is that there is NO Mello-Roos!