Flooded with natural light and thoughtfully updated throughout, this single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is tucked inside the secure gates of Sandalwood - a peaceful community offering top-tier amenities and a lifestyle of convenience. With fresh interior and exterior paint, new carpet in the bedrooms, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and soaring ceilings, the home balances warmth with spaciousness in every room. Enjoy the value and efficiency of paid-off solar panels, a newer LG washer and dryer, and an open-concept layout perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The expansive backyard offers endless potential, while the attached two-car garage with direct access adds everyday functionality. Sandalwood residents benefit from access to a private community pool, tennis courts, walking trails, a park, and a tot lot. Set just minutes from Guajome Regional Park, Rancho Guajome Adobe, and everyday essentials, this home is also walkable to Guajome Park Academy (K-12, Niche-rated A) and just 12 minutes from Mission Vista High School (GreatSchools 10/10, Niche A+). A rare blend of comfort, location, and lifestyle in one of North County's most welcoming neighborhoods.