Discover a home that beautifully blends comfort, nature, and neighborhood charm in one of Ames' most beloved areas. This spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home offers 3, 839 sq. Ft. Of finished living space and has been thoughtfully updated throughout: a stunning new kitchen with custom cabinetry and appliances (2019), new wood flooring (2019), newer roof (2023), furnace (2024), basement carpet (2021), and refreshed basement bath (2021). The bright, open layout is filled with natural light thanks to large windows, a south-facing backyard, and a west-facing garage that welcome sunshine all day long. All basement windows are aboveground—offering a unique three-story backyard view—while the expansive deck and backyard gazebo (2021) invite you to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Step outside and see why Northridge is more than a neighborhood—it's a community. The area features 45 parcels of shared green space totaling 22.5 acres, with four scenic ponds—Buck, Roseman, Cattail, and Monet—connected by tranquil stream beds and crossed by five charming bridges. With 4.4 miles of walking paths weaving through it all, nature truly is right outside your door.