Welcome to this beautifully updated duplex-style ranch townhome in highly sought-after Emerald Estates! This end-unit offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience - all just steps from the scenic East Lake Nature Preserve and walking trail. Enjoy low-maintenance living with a strong, proactive HOA that covers exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, water/sewer for common areas, and more. Inside, you're greeted by abundant natural light, warm southern exposure, and generous living spaces with stylish plank flooring. The open-concept layout features a cozy gas fireplace, a functional breakfast bar, and a spacious kitchen perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The primary suite includes a large bedroom, 5-piece en-suite bath, and a roomy walk-in closet. The partially finished basement expands your living space with a versatile rec room, home gym or media area, an additional bedroom with egress window and walk-in closet, and another 3/4 bath. Don't miss the large utility room and easily accessible crawl space-ideal for extra storage. Step out onto your private back patio that opens to a grassy area-one of the few units offering this rare feature. Most windows have been upgraded to energy-efficient Andersen replacements, and the home boasts a new roof, exterior paint, and water heater-all updated in 2025. The community is quiet, beautifully maintained, and full of mature trees. Enjoy access to a pool and hot tub just a block away, plus nearby shopping, dining, and the light rail less than a mile away. With ample closet space, a dedicated laundry/mud room, and an attached 2-car garage, this townhome truly has it all.