$699,999

Imagine morning coffee beneath a canopy of mature trees, afternoons spent in a spacious backyard, and evenings gathered on the patio with family and friends. Situated on an oversized .253-acre lot in sought-after Merriman Manor, this beautifully updated one-story home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the established charm that makes East Dallas so desirable. Featuring 2,236 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, a dedicated office, and an attached 2-car garage with epoxy floor, the flexible floor plan easily accommodates today's lifestyles. Extensive improvements completed between 2020 and 2026 provide the benefits of updated systems and finishes while preserving the character buyers love in established neighborhoods. The light-filled living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and opens directly to the backyard patio, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, generous storage, and an open design that connects seamlessly to the living and dining areas. The private primary suite offers a walk-in closet, built-in dressing area cabinetry, and an updated bath with walk-in shower. Two secondary bedrooms share a hall bath with dual sinks. The dedicated office provides exceptional flexibility and can easily function as a home office, gym, playroom, craft room, or second living area. A separate laundry room adds convenience. The expansive backyard is a true highlight, offering mature landscaping, abundant green space, privacy, and ample room for a future pool. Additional exterior features include a board-on-board wood fence and motorized driveway gate. Major updates include remodeled kitchen and bathrooms (2020), roof (2020), HVAC replacement (2020), windows replaced (2020), board-on-board fence (2020), motorized driveway gate (2020), gutters installed (2022), water heater replaced (2026), most wood floors refinished (2026).