Welcome home to this beautifully maintained two story home in the desirable Cross Creek community, ideally located just steps from Orange Middle School and Olentangy Orange High School. Gorgeous hardwood flooring extends throughout the first and second floors, creating a warm and timeless feel. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances including a gas range, and flows seamlessly into the impressive two story great room, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. A private first floor study offers the perfect home office, while the convenient second floor laundry enhances everyday functionality. The finished lower level provides flexible recreation, fitness, or play space and is complemented by abundant storage to keep everything organized. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck overlooking mature landscaping and a fully fenced backyard, offering a private setting for relaxing or hosting family and friends. This home has been thoughtfully updated throughout, including a new roof (2022), HVAC (2020), hot water heater (2025), sump pump (2024), and a beautifully renovated primary bathroom (2025). Additional improvements include updated granite countertops, backsplash, and painted kitchen cabinetry, refreshed guest bathroom flooring and vanity, custom molding in the dining room, living room, office, and primary bedroom, new lighting in the kitchen and dining room, freshly painted basement stairs, fireplace repair, updated carpeting, exterior trim painting, and a recently restained deck. Offering timeless finishes, extensive improvements, and an exceptional location within the sought after Cross Creek community, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with parks, schools, shopping, and dining just minutes away.