LAKEFRONT LIVING + ONE LEVEL CONVENIENCE--Enjoy lakefront living and easy one-level living in this updated garden-level condo with peaceful lake views from the patio and over $16K in updates within the last 3 years! This delightful property (with brand new carpeting) is bright, welcoming and ideally situated close to two assigned parking spaces (including one adjacent to the handicap access area that connects directly to the sidewalk leading to the front door). It's also located less than 200 yards from fish-filled Lakeside Lake and the Bowman Lake Trail, which winds nearly 1/2 mile around the water to Bowman Library. The Lakeview community offers a pavilion/picnic area, beautiful common ground space, and unparalleled access to the absolutely stunning lake - popular for fishing largemouth bass, carp, bluegill, catfish and sunfish. A floating fishing pier was added in 2023 and includes rod holders and room for several anglers to enjoy their sport. UPDATES INCLUDE: HVAC (2023), gas furnace (12/2024 with 10-year warranty), GE stackable washer/dryer (2025), new carpet & pad (May 2026), new window screens & shower faucet (May 2026), and new garbage disposal (2024). Inside, the spacious floorplan offers a large great room, open dining area, and kitchen with a pass-through window overlooking the living space. Both the main hall bath (with tub/shower combo) and private primary bath (with walk-in shower) are generously sized, while the roomy laundry room provides excellent pantry/storage space. The primary bedroom features a 9x6 walk-in closet and the second bedroom offers dual closets. A favorite feature is the 12x7 patio with lake views! Chinkapin Drive combines an ideal commuter location (less than 2 miles from I-81) with an outstanding setting for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitor parking is plentiful, with convenient spaces near both the pavilion and the lake. Be sure to check out the floorplan and condo information in the MLS documents section to discover just how fantastic life at Lakeview could be for you. FYI water is included in HOA fee of only $165!