Welcome to 5535 S. Oak Drive in The Oaks, a lovely home in one of Ione's most desirable gated communities where you own the land! In addition to that great benefit, The Oaks offers the Community Owned Solar which greatly reduces your electric bills! This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1352 sq. ft. home sits on a corner lot with an extra-long driveway, abundant parking, an attached two-car garage, and additional guest parking adjacent to the home. Freshly painted inside and out, the home features a crisp white exterior with black trim and inviting curb appeal. Inside, the spacious living room opens to a bright kitchen and dining area filled with natural light from oversized windows. The kitchen offers durable tile flooring, a large upgraded stainless steel sink installed in 2025, a new stainless refrigerator, while laminate flooring extends throughout the remainder of the home. The primary suite features a nicely sized walk-in closet, a spacious and open vanity area, with a private shower/toilet room. The remodeled hall bathroom includes a handicap accessible walk-in shower. Step outside to enjoy the low-maintenance backyard complete with a new gazebo for relaxing and private outdoor sitting space to enjoy coffee and a great place to barbeque your summer meals! Home offers two new porches, and a storage shed. Additional updates include a newer HVAC system installed in 2022, Section 1 pest clearance, and the refrigerator, washer, and dryer are included. HOA dues of just $240 per month cover the gated community, maintenance of the common areas, streets, and gates, plus the community-owned solar program that reduces residents' energy costs. Residents also enjoy a remodeled clubhouse with a full kitchen, game room, movie screen, library, pool table, ping pong, foosball, and air hockey, along with a newly redone in-ground pool and spa, playground, basketball court, picnic and BBQ area, fishing pond, dog park, and convenient RV and boat storage available for a nominal additional fee. Located just a short walk to the mailbox and community center, this home offers low-maintenance living with exceptional amenities in a welcoming community.