Home’s prime south-facing location in gated Mediterranean style community is tucked away on the hills above Mission Valley providing a perfect getaway amid an active urban lifestyle. Enjoy treetop views across the valley to Mission Hills. The Verandas' popular 1,785 sf floor plan features all the living space on one floor—above garage—with outdoor living space on large veranda. Primary bedroom, en suite bath, spacious walk-in closet, and retreat are separated from secondary bedrooms. Open concept offers a living room with fireplace, dining room area, and large kitchen with extensive granite counters, stainless appliances, and walk-in pantry. Laundry room. Abundant storage.This immaculate home has a NEW carpet and microwave, it has been freshly painted and professionally cleaned and maintained throughout. Pet friendly community! Extra car permit allowed. See SUPPLEMENTAL REMARKS. You will appreciate the Ocean breezes that keep Mission Valley enjoying San Diego’s beautiful weather year-round. Escala is a well-maintained community and offers beautiful views across the valley and to Ruffin Canyon Open Space behind the community. Residents enjoy attractive Mediterranean design and luxury recreation amenities including saltwater pools, soaking spa, fully equipped fitness center, Clubhouse that opens to a large patio and lawn area is handsomely appointed for private events, 2 lighted tennis and basketball courts, BBQ area, children’s playground, and community dog park. Stroll through miles of private trails, including a zigzag path down into the valley floor, through a tunnel under Friars Road, and up into Fenton Marketplace, where you will find Costco, IKEA, Lowe’s, the public library and numerous local shopping, banking, and eatery choices. Stroll just a bit further or take a short drive and you will be at San Diego State’s new Snapdragon Stadium. Enjoy excellent wildlife viewing in your own backyard. You can access the Ruffin Canyon Trail from Escala or walk, run, or ride along the San Diego River Trail, a network of paths that lead along both sides of the San Diego River channel and mud flats and provide access to Mission/Fashion Valley shopping areas. In addition, you can take the trolley located directly down Fenton Pkwy from the Escala Entrance and connect to Downtown, East County, UC San Diego, South Bay, and the Mexico border. The trolley makes for a fun and easy commute Downtown to Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres. Conveniently close to the shopping hub of San Diego, Escala is within minutes of popular stores, including Fashion Valley and Mission Valley Malls, diverse dining options, Snapdragon Stadium, Downtown San Diego and the metro area, Petco Park, and the International Airport. Visit nearby Balboa Park for the San Diego Zoo, museums & more, Old Town, Gaslamp Quarter, SeaWorld, and local beaches. Unbeatable central location for easy freeway access to numerous freeways including the 8, 15, 805, 163, and the 5. EXTRA car permit allowed! Guest parking permit. On-site community management staff and security patrol.