2071 Howard Circle NE

**Ask about 1% Temporary Rate Buydown from our Preferred Lender!** Welcome to this picture perfect Lake Claire beauty! Modern luxury blended into historic charm makes this one special! Completely expanded and renovated with an open floorplan that flows and fully functional for today's lifestyle. In coveted Mary Lin school district! The bright kitchen is the heart of the home featuring stone counters, marble tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, gas range, separate coffee/wine bar with beverage refrigerator, and large island for gatherings and meal prep. Opens to the dining room with judges paneling and family room with gas ventless fireplace and custom bookcases creating plenty of decorative and storage space. Open the patio door to bring the outdoors in. The charming screened porch is perfect for extra dining space, living space or watching over little ones in the backyard. Level backyard is ideal for kicking soccer ball, playhouse time, making S'mores in the outdoor fireplace, gardening or grilling out on the patio. The front living room has built- ins and the original decorative fireplace. Main floor also features a bedroom (currently used as a den) and full bath. This floorplan is made for easy everyday life and entertaining! Upstairs is the primary retreat with luxury bathroom. The walk-in shower with dual shower heads, separate soaking tub surrounded by dramatic tile wall, dual vanities, morning coffee bar, and custom walk-in closet is spa worthy. Laundry room and three spacious bedrooms (one is doubling as an office) and bathroom complete the 2nd floor. Ample storage in secondary bedrooms with custom closet systems; one is a walk-in. Hardwoods throughout home. The detached one car garage was rebuilt in 2018 to include a storage loft. Bring your electric vehicles - level 2 240V/32A EV-charger installed in 2022. Enjoy easy access to shops, stroll to multiple parks including Lake Claire Park & restaurants and live in the coveted Mary Lin Elementary district! Less than 20 minute commute to downtown. A fantastic opportunity for intown living at it's best! This home has been meticulously maintained. Exterior fully repainted in 2022. All appliances remain. Move right in and call this one home!