Beautifully updated ranch in the gated, lake and golf community of Carolina Trace! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home combines easy one-level living with thoughtful updates, a fantastic wooded lot, and access to an incredible community lifestyle. The completely renovated kitchen (2022) is the heart of the home, featuring gorgeous granite countertops, a stylish backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout that flows effortlessly into the light-filled living spaces. The spacious primary suite features an updated bath (2021) with a walk-in shower, while beautiful LVP flooring installed in 2024 gives the home a fresh, cohesive feel. Additional upgrades include a new water heater (2024), new garbage disposal, whole-home water filtration system (2021), and an electric vehicle charging outlet in the garage. Outside, the peaceful wooded setting offers a wonderful backdrop for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying nature. Carolina Trace residents enjoy community amenities including a pool, tennis courts, playground, and access to the community`s 315+ acre lake. Optional country club membership offers additional dining, social and recreational opportunities, including two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses. Enjoy the privacy and natural beauty of an established gated community while remaining convenient to Sanford`s growing shopping, dining and recreational options, with access to Raleigh, Fort Liberty and Southern Pines. Updated, move-in ready, and offering the ease of ranch-style living in one of Sanford`s most distinctive communities - 1496 Kentucky Avenue is ready to welcome its next owner! * Home is being professionally measured on 9/17 and correct sf will be reflected on 9/18.