Welcome home to your open concept, move-in ready corner unit in the desirable Montecido at Portola Hills! This highly upgraded two bedroom and two bath unit comes with extensive modern updates, including: gorgeous laminate flooring throughout, recessed lighting, modern light fixtures, and neutral paint to set the stage for your dream home. Enter your home from the attached oversized one-car garage and up the stairs to see your open concept living space that includes an inviting marble accent gas fireplace, private balcony, and infinite configuration options. Treat the chef in your life to a beautifully remodeled kitchen with matching stainless steel appliances (all included!), premium matte granite countertops, and plenty of room for bar seating. The main bedroom features an updated en suite bath with a new vanity, as well as a walk-in closet that comes with an additional organizer for ample storage. The spacious secondary bedroom could also double as a home office. Both bedrooms include large windows that provide an abundance of natural light and tree-lined views of this beautiful, quiet neighborhood. This turnkey home is equipped with so many features your head will spin: the recently replaced one year old HVAC condenser and furnace will keep you comfortable, along with an Ecobee smart thermostat to help save on energy costs, new double-pane windows to keep your home cool and quiet, convenient laundry in your attached garage (both units included!), a newer water heater, bright white main bathtub and master shower that were reglazed only a few months ago, and so much more! Take advantage of one of the lowest HOA fees ($250/mo) in South Orange County with NO Mello Roos, saving potentially hundreds a month on your total monthly payments. Enjoy convenient access to Foothill Ranch Towne Center with tons of shopping options, plenty of nearby restaurants, walking distance to highly rated Portola Hills Elementary, easy access to the nearby 241 toll road to get you to anywhere in no time. Come take a look at this rare opportunity before it sells!