Move-in ready ranch in University City just minutes from Clayton with $100,000+ in improvements. Do we have your attention now? Welcome home to this beautifully updated and move-in-ready ranch in the heart of University City - just minutes from Clayton! Walking distance to the golf course! If you are searching for a home with modern updates and exceptional value, this one deserves a spot at the top of your list. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the abundance of natural light, beautiful hardwood flooring, and thoughtful improvements throughout. Freshly painted and meticulously maintained, this beautiful home combines trendy upgrades on the surface, and important updates to the bones. The stunning kitchen has been completely refreshed and features granite countertops, stylish custom backsplash, and a full suite of LG Smart stainless-steel appliances that are less than two years old - and the matching fridge stays. The open and inviting layout offers comfortable living spaces perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike - including separate dining with stylish lighting. The inviting hearth room or 4-season sunroom with updated fireplace create the perfect place to relax during cooler months, or additional year-round living space filled with natural light with a walk-out to the large back yard. The king-sized primary suite boasts double closets and has been enhanced with a fully renovated bathroom featuring a custom tiled shower with new plumbing. Additional updates throughout the home include new toilets, updated bathroom vanities, new windows and doors, and a newer AC system. Nearly all plumbing throughout the home has been replaced - no cast iron, providing peace of mind for years to come. One of the standout features is the expansive finished lower level offering approximately 1,300 square feet of additional living space. Whether you need a recreation room, media room, home office, workout area, hobby space, or all of the above, this versatile lower level provides endless possibilities. You'll also find a dedicated laundry area with Washer & Dryer included. Plus abundant storage space. Outside, you'll enjoy numerous exterior improvements including a roof that is less than two years old, professional chimney tuck-pointing, a new, expanded driveway with additional parking for 4. Convenient attached garage. The fenced, level backyard offers plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, pets, or outdoor recreation with a new covered patio. This gorgeous home recently passed the Municipal Occupancy, making it truly move-in ready. Location is everything, and this home delivers. Conveniently situated near Washington University, Forest Park, the Central West End, major highways, public transportation, shopping, dining, parks, and entertainment, you'll have easy access to everything St. Louis has to offer. With extensive updates, major systems already improved, additional finished living space, and an unbeatable University City location, this home offers exceptional value and is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your showing today before this opportunity is gone!