Better-than-new, 2024 Meritage home in gated Houghton Reserve offers inspiring views of mountain ranges, natural desert and brilliant sunrise/sunset skies; and an expansive (2588sqft) flexible split-bedroom floor plan. Each of the 4 bedrooms has close proximity to its own full bathroom (bedrooms 2 and 3 share a Jack-n-Jill bath) and all bedrooms have their own walk-in closets. The cooks-delight kitchen is open to over-sized windows looking out into backyard, the dining area and the great room. It offers a huge island with sit-up bar, granite countertops, Energy Star-rated Kitchen-Aide stainless appliances (inc. a ''drawer dishwasher'' and double ovens). The home is further complemented by wood-look vinyl laminate flooring (NO CARPET!), ceiling fans in all bedrooms and Great R can lighting throughout. Additional features include a smart garage door, smart thermostat, solar motion lights in the backyard and pre-wired security. The 3-car garage includes two ceiling racks. Outdoor living has been enhanced with the addition of an enclosure in the front entry creating a lovely courtyard, added pavers to extend the width of the driveway, a paver path from the front of the property to side gate leading into the backyard, expanded covered patio and low-maintenance landscaped backyard. The community offers sidewalks and parks.