Better than new, without the wait. This 2-year-old Merit Homes residence in Kirkland's sought-after North Rose Hill delivers the upgrades buyers actually want: 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 3-car garage, Central A/C, SMART home features, installed EV charger, sprinkler system, water filtration, premium turf, and year-round covered outdoor living. The main level is built for everyday function and entertaining with an open-concept great room, premium bifold door system for seamless indoor-outdoor flow, dedicated den/office, and chef's kitchen with Thermador appliances, 48” gas range, double ovens, 60” integrated refrigerator, wine chiller, large island, and premium cabinetry. The covered patio extends the living space outside with Infratech heaters, architectural pavers, designer lighting, fully fenced turf backyard, and low-maintenance landscaping. A main-floor bedroom with full bath works beautifully as a second primary suite, guest suite, or multigenerational living. Upstairs features a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, skylights, spa-inspired bath, custom dressing rooms, walk-in closet, additional bedrooms, laundry, and bonus room. Pre-inspected and move-in ready with 4,125 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space. Close to Kirkland parks, shopping, dining, waterfront amenities, and major Eastside tech employers. Served by Twain Elementary, Rose Hill Middle, and Lake Washington High in the highly sought-after Lake Washington School District. Welcome Home!