Former model home by Meritage now for sale in the popular southeast Fort Collins neighborhood of Mail Creek. This very lightly lived in two-story home features many upgrades you'd expect in a model home as well as a great location with no backyard neighbor and views of the foothills from the oversized back patio. The open floor plan is great for entertaining and spacious dining area will fit a table for 12; perhaps even more. Quartz counter tops, double oven and gas cooktop will delight the cook in your family. Abundant cabinetry will give you space for all of your special dishes and service ware, plus there's a walk-in pantry located by an easily accessible office/work station tucked just beyond the kitchen. Warm up in the winter by the corner gas fireplace with beautiful stacked stone surround in the great room. Flex space for a work-out room, or dedicated office is located at the front of the home with shiplap detail - an upgraded wall treatment also found in other rooms in this former model. Three bedrooms upstairs, master with impressive ensuite with his and hers showers and two additional full baths plus a spacious loft - this home lives large. Great storage space in the full basement which could be finished for more livable square footage. Engineered wood flooring and tile complete all the flooring for easy cleaning; especially great for those with allergies. Newer upgraded carpet only on the stairs and in the primary closet. Active radon system, dual furnace and AC for comfort on all levels of this home, security system pre-wire, full sprinkler system and energy efficiency Meritage is known for to keep your utility bills affordable. More value with all kitchen appliances plus refrigerator being included as well as the newer washer & dryer. Split 3-car garage plan keeps toys and storage away from your cars which fit nicely into the double garage. This home also features lower taxes than most new homes - there is no metro district tax! One year home warranty!