517 Portage Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503

Welcome to Portage Drive where your updated dream home awaits! This meticulously maintained, one-owner home boasts 6 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 4,953 square feet of newly updated living space. The whole interior has been freshly painted for a modern take on timeless charm. The heart of the home is the kitchen, designed to impress with storage and unique features. A large center island offers ample seating and includes a convenient prep sink. A cleverly designed appliance garage keeps countertop devices neatly stowed, and a built-in desk with a retractable door provides a tidy space for paperwork. Under-cabinet lighting and a classic backsplash complete the cohesive design. Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining room, featuring numerous windows with built-in shades that provide stunning views of the private backyard. A door offers direct access to the outdoor space. Off the dining is the large formal dining room, which also benefits from abundant natural light. The living room, with its wood fireplace and striking floor-to-ceiling brick surround, radiates warmth and character. The high ceilings extend to the second level, with windows allowing natural light to pour in. Off the living room is a versatile office, den, or playroom. The back hallway leads to a half bathroom with a built-in step stool, laundry room, and mudroom with direct access to the three-car garage. Continuing through the home, you'll find an elegant formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace framed by large windows. Upstairs, a skylight brightens the hallway, and a charming nook with an elegant iron railing and built-in bookcase adds character. This cozy space is flooded with light from abundant windows and offers a view of the living room below. The spacious master ensuite is a perfect retreat, featuring dual sinks, a jet tub, a separate shower, and two closets. Down the hallway are three additional bedrooms, each with ample closet space and new carpet! The upstairs also features a newly updated full bathroom. The vanity has a new countertop, new sinks, new flooring, includes a convenient pull-out drawer step stool, and a new toilet. Located just outside the bathroom is a linen closet with a laundry chute. The basement offers even more space, with an oversized family room perfect for entertaining or cozy evenings in. Featuring a wet bar with a new countertop and timeless built-in shelving, the room also includes a dedicated sewing machine setup with extra lighting. There's plenty of space for a pool or game table, and you can enjoy the warmth of a gas fireplace. A newly updated full bathroom in the basement includes new flooring and a new countertop. This bathroom connects through the hallway to find two spacious bedrooms, also freshly updated. Additional storage options abound in the basement, with rooms in every direction. From the storage rooms located off both directions of the stairs to the large storage room off the family room to a linen closet for added convenience, you'll find plenty of space. Outside is your own oasis in the backyard. Perfect for unwinding after a long day or hosting gatherings, this tranquil space is ideal for enjoying throughout the seasons. The oversized 28'6' by 32' garage, totaling 912 square feet, has been updated with three new garage doors creating great curb appeal. Updates to the home in addition to what has been previously mentioned include three new garage doors, updated bathrooms, new interior door handles, new front door handle, deck painted summer 2024, two newer furnaces, two newer air conditioners, and more. Modern amenities to the home include front lights that can be controlled via smartphone, safety perimeter lights manageable from both the front entry and master bedroom, Ecobee thermostats with remote sensors, central vacuum, and more.