Turnkey tri-level townhome with hillside views, priced below recent same-plan sales in The Ridge. Wake up to treetop and mountain views from this light-filled home in one of Mission Viejo's most convenient communities. The main level opens to a wide, open-concept living and dining area with rich wood floors, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and a private balcony off the living room. The updated kitchen has white cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar, and opens directly to the dining area for easy everyday living and entertaining. A convenient half bath is on the main level. On the entry level, a flexible den opens to the front patio, ideal as a home office, guest room or media room. Upstairs, the primary suite has a soaking tub, a separate glass shower, dual sinks, and a walk-in closet. A second bedroom with its own full bathroom and an in-unit laundry closet complete the top floor. Direct-access 2-car attached garage, central air, and dual-pane windows. The community offers a resort-style pool and spa, an outdoor fireplace lounge, BBQ and picnic areas, a playground, and landscaped walkways, with shopping and dining minutes away. Saddleback Valley Unified schools. 2 bedrooms plus den, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,560 sqft.