Seller will pay for a one-year rate buy down for the Buyer! An updated, low-maintenance townhome alternative to renting, with direct garage access, full-size laundry, two ensuite bedrooms, guest bathroom, storage, ample parking, and Bernardo Heights amenities. Light and bright throughout, the main level features an open living and dining area, a beautiful kitchen, a remodeled powder room, a spacious front porch, and a patio off the living room with sunset views and easy indoor-outdoor living. The lower level includes two comfortable ensuite bedrooms with remodeled bathrooms, plus a hallway office nook and oversized storage closet. The primary suite opens to its own private outdoor space with a garden bed and trellis, offering a charming area to personalize. Set within the highly rated Poway Unified School District, this home is close to shopping, dining, schools, and close freeway access. The HOA provides remarkable value, with coverage for exterior maintenance, roof, balcony, patio, water, trash, pest and termite service, plus access to Bernardo Heights Community Center and Lucido Park amenities, including pools, fitness, spa, tennis, pickleball, basketball, playgrounds, trails, and private park spaces. With thoughtful features, generous amenities, and easy access to daily essentials, this home offers a lifestyle that is both practical and inviting.