Welcome to this beautifully upgraded, move-in-ready home located in the sought-after Ridgeview community by KB Home in San Marcos. This stylish two-story residence offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a versatile loft, all enhanced with modern design elements and integrated smart home features. Interior highlights include luxury vinyl plank flooring, plush upgraded carpeting with premium padding upstairs, recessed lighting, and flat-screen pre-wiring throughout. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open-concept kitchen showcases high-end Cove and Wolf appliances, quartz countertops, a designer tile backsplash, and an expansive island that anchors the space. Additional features include 9-foot ceilings, 8-foot interior doors, and a main-level bedroom with a full bath-perfect for guests or multi-generational living. The spacious primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom retreat. Thoughtful upgrades continue with an open stair rail system, Ecobee Smart Thermostat, video doorbell, leak detection system, hot water recirculation pump, tankless water heater, and a fully owned solar energy system. Ideally situated just minutes from Highways 78 and I-15, the home is close to major institutions such as Tri-City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, California State University San Marcos, and Palomar College. Located within the highly regarded San Marcos Unified School District and near scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle.