This townhome is located in the highly desired Applause community, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus a spacious loft that could easily be converted to a 3rd bedroom. The open floor plan, myriad of windows, and high ceilings provide plenty of natural light. Enjoy your morning coffee in the private gated front courtyard entry patio. The living room features a fireplace and the kitchen has a breakfast bar. Large windows throughout the house provide ample natural light. The expansive master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with double sinks, jacuzzi tub, a cedar-lined walk-in closet, and private balcony. All bedrooms have a large walk-in closet and both bathtubs have been reglazed. The garage has laundry hookups. HOA dues include water & trash. This home is a dream, offering upgrades such as a new skylight, repiped with PEX piping throughout, newer water heater, newer HVAC, new hardwood flooring and new carpet. Guest parking plus two-car direct-access attached garage with laundry hookups. The community swimming pool, spa, and walking paths are within walking distance. This home is close to freeways, toll roads, local beaches, wilderness trails, and award-winning schools! The low tax rate and NO MELLO ROOS make this home even more desirable. Across the street from Aliso Viejo Town Center with shops, restaurants and theaters, award-winning schools and easy toll road (73) and beach close.