6421 ARDEN OAKS DR Alexandria, LA 71301

A pleasure to view and a joy to own! This pristine 4 bedroom, 3 bath custom-built Tennyson Oaks home tucked neatly in a quiet section of the subdivision checks all the boxes on your home search list. From the double lot equivalent to more than an acre to the long list of special upgrades, construction enhancements and energy efficiency features, this 10-year old home with its screened back porch has a crisp "like new" ambiance and a comfortable homey vibe. The 3072 feet of heated/cooled space (total under roof 4857 sq. ft) lives larger than the numbers indicate assisted by elevated ceilings, soothing neutral colors, oversized double-pane windows with plantation shutters and an easy-flow open concept floor plan. Multiple vehicles easily fit here with double parking area adjoining home, two-car parking in the separate heated/cooled workshop and long driveway with quick-stop parking pad in front. The kitchen area with its massive center island, high-end appliances, third sink, icemaker and plentiful storage is open to informal dining area and keeping room accented by gas fireplace with butlers' and walk-in pantry nearby. Formal dining room plus living room with a second fireplace are located off the foyer. The private primary suite which can accommodate your largest furniture has an attached workout room, nursery or office space, double closets and spa-like bath. Two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath and 4th bedroom off the back hall has adjoining bath. Enormous laundry room boasts granite counters, utility sink and drip dry or freezer area with drain. Privacy and decorative wrought iron fencing includes electronic gate. Easy-care plant beds and manicured lawns highlight this well-tended landscaping. In-ground sprinklers, security and sound systems, open & covered patios. 2 ac/heating units, 2 gas hot water heaters - high energy efficiency with average utility bills $337 in 2022 and $353 average for 2023. All window and door treatments remain with house.