REDUCED $26,000! Better than new and beautifully upgraded, this 2025 Mandara offers 1,884 sq. ft., 2 BR, 2.5 BA plus a den, with completed landscaping, window treatments, and appliances already in place! Just move right in and enjoy! Situated to capture scenic mountain views, this home features outstanding architectural upgrades including a front porch with cool deck coating, a 4' extended-length garage with golf cart bay and epoxy floors, and a 5' extended driveway. Enter through the welcoming foyer accented with crown molding, leading to a den with two-tone paint, crown molding, and recessed-fit plantation shutters. Open-concept great room is filled with natural light, featuring a 4-panel center-open glass slider that connects seamlessly to the rear patio for true indoor-outdoor living. The upgraded kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, showcasing 41" upper cabinets, quartz countertops, a center island with pendant lighting, composite undermount sink with reverse osmosis, soft-close cabinets and drawers, roll-out shelves, hidden trash bin cabinet, pantry closet, and under- and over-cabinet lighting. A full suite of LG stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, completes the space. The dining area just off the kitchen includes a built-in buffet and recessed lighting for added style and function. Quality finishes continue throughout the home with upgraded fans and lighting, 8' interior doors, and tile flooring in the main living areas. The spacious owner's suite offers a dual-vanity bath, large walk-in closet, and a semi-frameless all-tile shower. The split bedroom plan provides privacy for guests, who will enjoy an en-suite bath, while a separate powder room adds convenience. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes an insulated garage, natural gas tankless water heater with whole-house recirculating pump, 3-stage water filtration system, and upgraded 3-zone heating and cooling for the primary suite, guest suite, and main living area. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with completed landscaping front and back, a covered rear patio with mountain views and electronic shade screens, citrus trees (grapefruit, orange, and lemon) pet-friendly artificial turf, irrigation, and rain gutters--all backing to common area with no rear neighbors. BONUS: New rear wall under construction with side returns and gates, to be completed mid-September. Enjoy the best of resort-style living in Quail Creek, where residents have access to world-class amenities including championship golf, resort pools, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse dining, scenic walking paths, and a full calendar of social activities. This gated active-adult community is designed for comfort, convenience, and an active lifestyle, offering the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and vibrant community living.