Ranch-style living w/ room to grow in Independence. This 2021-built 3 bed, 2 bath home offers 1,349 sqft on the main level plus a full 1,349 sqft unfinished basement w/ bath rough-in, ready for future expansion. Open floorplan w/ kitchen island, granite counters, eat-in kitchen & pantry flows into a bright great room w/ ceiling fan. Primary suite w/ en-suite bath & walk-in closet; two add’l main-level bedrooms. Smart home throughout: smart thermostat, smart locks, smart garage door opener, Ring doorbell & security system, dimmable smart switches in bedrooms, living & kitchen, plus a radon mitigation system. New interior paint on main level & stair well, new exterior railing paint & touch-ups. Full landscaping w/ pine & aspen trees, full rear split-rail fence, covered front porch & deck patio. Water-efficient fixtures, energy star dishwasher & Pressure-Reducing Valve per Water Smart Statute; non-potable irrigation through Independence water & sanitation. Attached 2-car garage w/ dry walled interior & smart garage door. Independence is a conservation community w/ over 433 acres of preserved open space, the highest % of dedicated open space among CO master-planned communities. Amenities incl. clubhouse w/ pool & fitness center, neighborhood pocket parks within 1,000 ft of every home, miles of trails for hiking & biking, dog park, outdoor grill & picnic areas, Stargazer event lawn & community events, plus high-speed internet delivered to every homesite. Eco-friendly lighting & native landscaping support local wildlife & pollinators. Future planned carpool hub & land allocated for a future school add long-term value. Zoned for Singing Hills Elementary and Elizabeth Middle/High, all part of Elizabeth C-1. HOA fee included in property tax. A move-in ready home in a community built for the long term.