Charming 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home in The Forest - Lake Mary's $245,000

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Charming 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home in The Forest - Lake Mary's Premier 55+ Community!!! Welcome to your new home in The Forest, a beautifully maintained 55+ community nestled in the heart of Lake Mary. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath home offers 1,359 square feet of living space and is situated on a large, level lot with beautiful stone steps leading up to the Florida room. The home features a generous carport and an oversized storage shed, while the partially fenced backyard provides just the right amount of privacy and green space. Inside, you'll find a bright and open floor plan with a very large living room that features bay windows and a cozy fireplace--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The adjoining dining room flows nicely into the large kitchen, which opens to a comfortable family room complete with a built-in coffee bar. The Florida room is just off the family room, offering even more living space to enjoy. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a spacious en-suite bath. The second bedroom also has a walk-in closet and direct access to the guest bathroom, which features a new vanity. You'll love the vinyl plank flooring in the main areas and master bedroom, along with the convenience of an inside laundry room. There's plenty of storage throughout the home, and recent updates include a 2019 roof and A/C system, a hot water heater that's just two years old, and newer kitchen appliances. Living in The Forest means enjoying top-tier amenities and a vibrant social calendar. The community features two pools (one Olympic-sized), a hot tub, and men's and women's saunas. The main clubhouse is perfect for large events and features floor to ceiling windows that overlook the amenities. The community building includes a billiards room, card room, library, craft room, and a spacious gathering area overlooking the pool and shuffleboard courts. There are multiple shuffleboard and tennis courts, which are also striped for pickleball. Residents enjoy a full calendar of activities including group exercise classes, water aerobics, card games, dominoes, and more. The HOA dues include cable, internet, and trash pickup. There is special storage for RV's and trailers when available for a nominal fee. All this is located just one mile from I-4 and within walking distance to Publix, Target, HomeGoods, and restaurants--yet the community feels like a quiet retreate see why so many love calling The Forest home!