1716 Everglades Drive Would you believe me if I told you this ISN'T a model home? The pictures don't lie... it really looks this amazing in real life! This beautifully upgraded true single-story home combines thoughtful design, premium finishes, and meticulous care in one of Forney's most sought-after master-planned communities. The home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded well beyond builder standards and it really shows. Sunlight pours through an array of windows, filling the open-concept living spaces with natural light and highlighting the continuous wood flooring that flows throughout the entire home. The home-theater living room is centered around a designer fireplace featuring expensive custom tile, white oak mantle, floating white oak shelves, in-wall TV wiring, and premium Alpha Series in-wall speakers, making your house the group chat's preferred movie night destination. The kitchen is equally impressive with upgraded cabinetry, quartz countertops, a large island, designer lighting, and plenty of space to gather. A versatile office nook offers the perfect place to work from home, study, or create.But really the layout is one of this home's biggest strengths. Every bedroom has direct access to a bathroom, all tucked away from each other for maximum privacy. Outside, the oversized backyard is complete with a covered patio and French drains already in place, giving you the perfect canvas for your projects, garden, dog run, shed, playground, or whatever! Lastly, living in Gateway Parks means buying into more than just a neighborhood. Residents enjoy 3 resort-style pools, scenic walking and biking trails, stocked ponds, parks, playgrounds, a clubhouse, fitness center, splash pad, dog park, sports courts, and a full calendar of organized community events led by an on-site Lifestyle Director. It is one of the area's most active and amenity-rich master-planned communities, giving you and the family something to do year round. Don't wait, come take a peek today!