Natural light takes center stage in this corner end-unit townhome! Abundant windows, vaulted ceilings, and an oversized skylight create a bright, open feel throughout the main living area. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, while the dining area opens to a garden patio and private side yard. A refreshed half bath and separate laundry room complete the main level. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a generous loft with room for a home office, cozy den, or reading area. The large primary bedroom opens to a private west-facing balcony with sunsets, sea air, territorial views, and a seasonal peek of Puget Sound. A walk-in closet and dressing area with a sink, mirror, ample storage, and skylight can be closed off from the updated full bath, which is also accessible from the loft. A garden gate and pathway create a welcoming approach to the front door. With no neighbors above or below, an attached one-car garage, an additional dedicated parking space in front, and its own fenced-in side yard, this home offers the extra space and privacy that set it apart. Pet-friendly with no rental cap and low HOA dues. Walk Score of 81, just blocks from the marina, waterfront trails, dining, shopping, gyms, and farmers market, with easy access to light rail, the airport, and freeways. Bright, spacious, and close to everything, this is Des Moines living at its best!