Beautiful and upgraded condo with a rare and sought-after great room floorplan in the gated and tree-shaded Montelena community of Aliso Viejo. Warm luxury vinyl wood floors, plantation shutters and modern paint colors throughout complement the bright and open floorplan. Enter on the first floor featuring direct access to the two-car, oversized garage with plenty of storage. Upstairs, the inviting living room features vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace and seamlessly flows to the dining room. Sliding doors open to a spacious a private balcony, perfect for dining al fresco! The neighboring kitchen is well-appointed with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. Down the hall, the master bedroom offers sliding doors to a private balcony and an en-suite master bathroom with dual sinks and a walk-in closet. The secondary bedroom is generously sized and adjacent to the full hall bathroom. Also featuring a convenient indoor laundry closet and a newer A/C system installed in 2020. Enjoy the nearby community pool and spa and adjacent park and walking trail with views of Saddleback Mountain. Centrally located nearby Aliso Viejo Town Center, 73 Toll Road, trails, award-winning schools and just a short distance to the beach.