Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom plus office ranch home tucked in a quiet interior location within the sought-after Emerald Estates community. Enjoy low-maintenance living with an HOA that covers landscaping, insurance, exterior maintenance, trash/recycling, and snow removal. A walking trail just a few doors down winds through the neighborhood, and a spacious covered front porch provides a warm welcome. Inside, you'll find a flexible floor plan with 3 true bedrooms and a dedicated office space. This former model home is filled with upgrades, including heated floors, a $60K owned solar system, Rainsoft water softener, whole-house humidifier, and vaulted ceilings for a bright, open feel. The inviting living room features a two-sided fireplace shared with the kitchen, which includes warm wood cabinetry with crown molding, a gas cooktop, and a sunny dining nook with access to a covered back patio-perfect for outdoor dining in any weather. A formal dining room adds additional entertaining space. The main-level primary suite features a bay window, vaulted ceilings, cedar walk-in closet, and a luxurious 5-piece bath with radiant heated floors. A second bedroom and the office are also on the main level, with a third bedroom located in the finished basement, along with a spacious family room with hardwood floors. Convenient main-level laundry, ample storage, and an unbeatable location near Starbucks, King Soopers, Belmar shopping, dining, and entertainment. This well-cared-for home offers comfort, efficiency, and convenience-all in one package.