Discover this inviting split-level home tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, but with quick access to I-35 for an easy commute to Ames or downtown. Just steps away, a neighborhood path leads to Michael Park, while your own backyard feels like a private retreat with mature trees, lush landscaping, and multiple outdoor living spaces. Enjoy an oversized deck with pergola, a ground-level paver patio with built-in fire pit, plus a custom built shed with overhead door, electrical, A/C, and dog door to an adjacent kennel. Inside, the main level welcomes you with vaulted ceilingsand laminate flooring. New A/C and water heater in 2025, new furnace in 2024, radon mitigation system added in 2022, and roof replaced in 2018. The kitchen and dining area are open to the backyard, creating a seamless flow for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Front flex room with built-ins offers space for an office, playroom, or formal dining. Upstairs are all 3 bedrooms, which includes the primary suite and a full bathroom. Down a few steps from the kitchen, the spacious living room features a gas fireplace and convenient powder bath and laundry off the garage. The finished basement offers an additional flex room and storage. Home also has central vac. An extended parking pad runs along the full length of the garage, perfect for trailer, RV, or additional parking. This home blends comfort, functionality, and convenience, all in a desirable location near shopping on Delaware and interstate access!