Set on just over an acre in the highly sought-after Esko community, this beautifully updated split-entry home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and convenience--all just 20 minutes from downtown Duluth. Inside, you're welcomed by sun-filled, open-concept living spaces with a natural flow between the kitchen, dining, and living room--complete with tall, beamed ceilings that elevate everyday living. The newly renovated kitchen (2025) blends modern design with timeless appeal, while the updated bathroom (2025) adds a crisp, refined finish. Four spacious bedrooms and a fifth non-conforming bedroom space offer flexibility for guest rooms or a dedicated home office, while the expansive lower-level rec room provides the perfect space to relax, entertain, or play. The backyard features a deck off the dining room, a large garden space, chicken coop, gazebo, and firepit. Recent updates include a new water heater, pressure tank, deck, and professional landscaping--all completed in 2025--along with a new boiler (2019), roof (2013), and partially sealed lower level (2023). If you're looking for some extra elbow room, you won't want to miss this one!