Beautifully Updated in South Mission Viejo! Located in the highly sought-after Auburn Ridge community, this home offers an exceptional combination of location, condition, and long-term value. Positioned on the view side of the street, the property enjoys treetop and city light views with a southwest-facing orientation for colorful sunset skies. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home features a well-designed and functional floor plan, a 3 car garage, and a wide driveway with ample guest parking. A welcoming front porch entry adds to the home's inviting curb appeal. Extensive updates provide value and peace of mind for true move-in ready living, including: newer windows and sliding glass door, newer AC, PEX repipe, engineered hardwood flooring, roof tune-up, newer garage doors and openers, updated carpeting, and recent interior and exterior paint. The kitchen has been beautifully remodeled with quartz countertops, white cabinetry with soft-close features, and updated appliances including a 5-burner gas range. Additional improvements include refreshed bathrooms, updated lighting, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, black out shades in primary suite, plumbing fixtures, and a garage pre-wired for your electric vehicle charger(s)! The backyard offers privacy with no homes directly behind in an elevated setting, with views of mature trees, city lights, and even 4th of July Fireworks. Designed for easy maintenance and everyday enjoyment, it features a pavered patio with grassy area - perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and just enjoying indoor-outdoor California living. Lake Mission Viejo membership is included, with access to beaches, boating, summer concerts, camps, and year-round community events. This South MV location is convenient to everything- including parks, shops, dining, hospital, and mall, all with a low tax rate and no mello roos. Approximately $175K in improvements. This home has it all . Come fall in love- and make it your own!