Motivated Seller Alert! This charming all-brick 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Ortega Forest offers over 2,000 square feet of updated living space. Highlights include modern bathrooms, granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and newer cabinets. The cozy living room features a fireplace, and the kitchen opens into a breakfast nook and a den, perfect for entertaining. Step outside to a spacious back porch overlooking a lush backyard with a hidden garden and slate walkways. The 2-car garage provides ample storage, while the encapsulated crawl space ensures a dry, odor-free environment. Recent updates include a 3-year-old Carrier HVAC system and a 7-year-old roof. Located in a fantastic neighborhood and within the sought-after John Stockton school district, this home could be your ideal sanctuary!