Welcome to your dream home! Located in the beautiful Trace subdivision on the south side of San Marcos with quick access to IH-35 and less than 10 minutes to New Braunfels one way, and the heart of San Marcos the other way. This spacious five-bedroom residence features a luxurious primary bedroom on the first floor, complete with lovely French doors leading to a private ensuite. Ideal for families seeking both space and community amenities, this home offers two expansive living areas. The main level boasts an open-concept living room that seamlessly flows into the kitchen and dining area, while the second floor hosts a bright and airy loft. The kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring sleek quartz countertops, a glossy backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with extra seating. The dining area comfortably accommodates a long dining table and overlooks the living area and kitchen, making it ideal for entertaining. At the entrance of the home you'll find a half bath, perfect for guests, and across the hall is a door to your 2-car attached garage. Under the stairs is a spacious storage room for all the extras. Venture upstairs to find a loft with high ceilings and access to a full bathroom and four additional bedrooms. The space has been used so wisely! The backyard is a versatile space with two side areas optimal for a dog run, leaving plenty of room behind the home to create your own outdoor oasis. Residents of the Trace Community enjoy fantastic amenities, including a community pool, sand volleyball court, half basketball court, playground, covered pavilion with tables and bbq pits, and wide sidewalks perfect for an active lifestyle. This home is within walking distance to Rodriguez Elementary, the newest and most innovative elementary school within SMCISD. There's also easy access to a convenience store without having to leave the neighborhood - bonus for pumping gas and grabbing those items you forgot at the grocery store. See it today!