Enjoy life in a newer home with upgrades galore, no rear neighbors, resort-style amenities, and abundant recreation in this Anthem gem! An upgraded pavered front courtyard greets you as you enter this well maintained, split floor plan home. The modern kitchen has stainless appliances, water filtration, a walk-in pantry, and an upgraded island that opens up into a spacious and inviting great room. The primary bedroom features a bump-out bay window, spa-like bath with a 2-head walk-in shower, roomy walk-in closet, and dual sinks with tasteful finishes. The second and third bedrooms share a good-sized second bathroom. Storage is ample, and the home features washer/dryer, tankless water heater, ceiling fans, neutral surfaces, and a water treatment system Windows are double-pane and low-e. The east facing backyard features a covered patio spanning the entire back of home. Rounding out this home is low-maintenance and established landscaping in both the front and back yards. Parkside at Anthem at Merrill Ranch has something for everyone, with a community center (fitness center, group fitness studio, multi-use gymnasium, rock climbing wall, game room, locker rooms, lap pool, diving well, big splash water park, seasonal caf??, kids zone, meeting & event space, outdoor basketball, sand volleyball, tennis, and pickleball courts), a 60-acre community park (3 lighted softball/baseball fields, 2 soccer fields, multiple purpose fields, adventure playground, splash pad, dog park, catch & release fishing lake, outdoor plaza amphitheater, picnic ramadas with BBQs and miles of hiking/biking trails), Poston Butte golf course, club and restaurant, monthly events, groups, classes, tournaments, and activities, and more. It is truly a lifestyle like no other. Schedule your showing today.