Imagine walking to the lake, parks, and Dairy Queen right from your front door—this Shoreview rambler delivers the lifestyle buyers wait and compete for in one of the Twin Cities’ most in-demand communities. Shoreview is highly sought after for its proximity to Minneapolis and St. Paul, excellent dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences that continue to support long-term value. Homes in this price range are rarely available, making this an outstanding opportunity to secure an entry-level home in a premium location. Just two blocks from Lake Josephine for swimming, picnics, and boating—or walk the other direction to Ingerson Park. Located just two houses off Lexington Avenue, a major north-south corridor offering conveniences people drive miles to enjoy. Head north to Cub Foods, Target, Trader Joe’s, and restaurants near I-694, west to Hwy 36 and Rosedale Mall, or be in downtown Minneapolis in just 10 minutes. Set on a .25-acre lot (83x135), this property offers a fenced backyard lined with mature trees and bushes for privacy, plus two storage sheds. The double-deep tandem garage includes an insulated and heated second stall (18x13) with extensive lighting, workbench, and access to both the breezeway and backyard. This charming one-level rambler features finished lower-level expansion. Enter through the heated breezeway/mudroom, perfect for storage and keeping the elements out. Inside, enjoy a light and bright galley kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances, opening to a casual dining area with slider to the backyard and a spacious living room with gleaming dark-stained hardwood floors. Three bedrooms on one level and a full tiled bath complete the main floor. The lower level offers an extra-large family room with egress window, easily adaptable for a future fourth bedroom, plus a spacious laundry room with cedar closet and a 3/4 bath with tile flooring. Updates include brand-new radon mitigation system, newer A/C, washer, dryer, dishwasher, and water heater; siding replaced in 2021; multiple windows replaced in 2019 and 2013; and a newer roof. Affordable, well located, and packed with features this is one of the best values currently available in Shoreview.