40465 Via Malagas, Murrieta, CA 92562

You will love this elevated and quiet corner-lot residence backing to a HOA-maintained greenbelt, with no neighbors to the rear and one side. Positioned above street level with no direct views of the roadway, the home enjoys peaceful green views of mature palms and evergreens rather than nearby homes or walking paths. With no trail behind the property, this location offers enhanced privacy and a quieter setting than many interior lots. CLOSE TO THE CLUBHOUSE in the COLONY, a premier 55+ guard-gated community. Enter this beautifully updated home through a private, gated and manicured courtyard. Recent exterior improvements include newer paint, refreshed landscaping with artificial turf, decorative slip-resistant concrete coatings, drip irrigation and mature lemon and orange trees. Inside, the home features an open floor plan with high ceilings, abundant natural light, peaceful designer colors, long-plank LVP flooring with high baseboards, plantation shutters and updated designer lighting. The spacious living room showcases high ceilings & a custom floor-to-ceiling accent wall highlighting the cozy fireplace, while a sliding door opens to the side patio. The kitchen offers designer granite countertops and backsplash, refaced cabinetry, updated appliances, a peninsula breakfast bar and a step-in pantry. The adjacent breakfast nook opens to the covered patio and flows into the family room. A granite-topped dry bar serves as a functional and stylish bridge between the living areas, maintaining open sightlines and a connected feel. The dining room overlooks the courtyard and enjo