480,000

Are you looking for a home with enough tasteful updates and sensible upgrades so you can just move right in? Would you like to be surrounded by nature with access to a private community lake? Do you want to live in a town with exceptional schools, a variety of landscapes, a rich history, and a vibrant downtown? Welcome to 221 Forest Ave - a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home where modern comfort meets the relaxed, year-round vacation lifestyle of Lake Pine! Renovated in 2022 with an inviting open floor plan, this home is truly move-in ready. Step inside to find warm, natural hardwood flooring with rich grain patterns throughout the first floor, leading into a spacious living room highlighted by a white-brick wood-burning fireplace and recessed lighting. The open kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring sleek white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space for casual meals, and sliding glass doors overlooking the backyard. A separate dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, while a beautifully updated full bathroom with shower completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet, plus another updated full bathroom with a tub. Outside, the private backyard is surrounded by a 6-foot vinyl privacy fence and mature trees, creating a peaceful setting to enjoy nature, relax on the hardscape patio, or entertain friends and family. The attached garage adds convenience, while major updates including the roof, heater, air conditioner and fireplace were completed in 2022. This home has so much to offer and it's just a 5-minute walk to one of the community beaches. Lake Pine is truly a neighborhood like no other, blending nature, recreation, history, and celebration! Established in 1924, this community has been thriving for more than 100 years, creating lifelong memories for the residents. Swim, paddle, and fish in the mile-long lake or relax at one of the three private beaches. There's also a clubhouse available for private rentals and neighborhood events along with a fields for sports and courts for basketball, tennis, and pickleball. What really sets Lake Pine apart is its calendar of community events for all ages. Holiday parties, baking, sandcastle building, and yard decorating contests, summer beach parties, book clubs, craft fairs, trivia nights, fishing derbies, canoe races, and the Labor Day weekend goodbye to summer "Lake Pine Days" extravaganza, there is always something fun to do. That's why it's called "The Year-Round Vacation Paradise!" Medford is not just another suburban town, it's a return to a somewhat forgotten way of life. Along with its picturesque lakes, woods, and farmlands, the heart of this town is historic Medford Village. This idyllic downtown, which has been on the upswing for the last few years, hosts several annual events and is home to numerous shops, breweries, and restaurants. Sitting on the edge of the Pinelands, this area is loaded with parks that offer hiking biking and paddling trails. All conveniently located 30 minutes from Philly and 45 minutes from the Jersey shore. Whether you're looking for a home with room to grow or simply dreaming of living in a private lake community, 221 Forest Ave offers the opportunity to make that dream your everyday life!