Imagine walking to the lake, parks, and Dairy Queen right from your front door--this Shoreview rambler delivers the lifestyle buyers wait and compete for in one of the Twin Cities' most in-demand communities. Shoreview is highly sought after for its proximity to Minneapolis and St. Paul, excellent dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences that continue to support long-term value. Homes in this price range are rarely available, making this an outstanding opportunity to secure an entry-level home in a premium location. Just two blocks from Lake Josephine for swimming, picnics, and boating--or walk the other direction to Ingerson Park. Located just two houses off Lexington Avenue, a major north-south corridor offering conveniences people drive miles to enjoy. Head north to Cub Foods, Target, Trader Joe's, and restaurants near I-694, west to Hwy 36 and Rosedale Mall, or be in downtown Minneapolis in just 10 minutes. Set on a .25-acre lot (83x135), this property offers a fenced backyard lined with mature trees and bushes for privacy, plus two storage sheds. The double-deep tandem garage includes an insulated and heated second stall (18x13) with extensive lighting, workbench, and access to both the breezeway and backyard. This charming one-level rambler features finished lower-level expansion. Enter through the heated breezeway/mudroom, perfect for storage and keeping the elements out. Inside, enjoy a light and bright galley kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances, opening to a casual dining area with slider to the backyard and a spacious living room with gleaming dark-stained hardwood floors. Three bedrooms on one level and a full tiled bath complete the main floor. The lower level offers an extra-large family room with egress window, easily adaptable for a future fourth bedroom, plus a spacious laundry room with cedar closet and a 3/4 bath with tile flooring. Updates include brand-new radon mitigation system, newer A/C, washer, dryer, dishwasher, and water heater; siding replaced in 2021; multiple windows replaced in 2019 and 2013; and a newer roof. Affordable, well located, and packed with features this is one of the best values currently available in Shoreview.