Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-story home in sought after SW Ankeny, offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience in a rare wooded find. Nestled between two tree lines, enjoy a front view of mature trees against the Ankeny Dog Park or back view of the large yard, rippling creek, fruit trees, & abundant wildlife of the Saylor Creek Greenbelt. Step inside to a welcoming entry that opens to a bright & inviting living room, filled with natural light from large windows. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room with gas fireplace, dining area, & kitchen, ideal for both everyday living & entertaining. The kitchen has abundant cabinet space, stainless steel appliances & a center island. Upstairs, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with a full bath and dual closets. Two additional bedrooms share a full hallway bath.The finished walkout basement expands your living space offering flexibility for an additional living room, home office, or play area. It also includes the laundry area & is pre-plumbed for a future bathroom.Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, where mature trees provide added privacy. Relax or entertain on the deck or large patio, and take advantage of the storage shed for all your outdoor needs. Lastly you'll appreciate the updates already taken care of for you: 2025: Active Radon Mitigation System, Sump Pump Replacement w/ backup, Reverse Osmosis Filter, Govee Permanent Christmas Lights.