Welcome to Lake Ridge, a vibrant gated active-adult community in Toms River. Life here revolves around a bustling clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickleball, and a busy social calendar managed by a full-time activities director. This Lake Ridge 2 model offers 2,375 square feet of easy living on a premium lot that backs right up to a private wall of woods. The main floor features a spacious eat-in kitchen, formal living and dining rooms, and a family room with vaulted ceilings. Beautiful french doors lead you into the sunroom, which is the perfect spot to head out to the patio and enjoy your morning coffee with a view of the trees. Daily life is kept simple with a primary suite featuring a soaking tub and shower, a comfortable second guest bedroom with full bath access, first-floor laundry and the convenience of a direct entry 2 car garage. Upstairs, the loft makes a fantastic den or home office next to a private third bedroom and full bath, giving your visitors plenty of space of their own. For peace of mind there is a new hot water heater and new HVAC system! Beyond the gates, the location brings an incredible mix of convenience and Jersey Shore living. You are only minutes from local grocery stores, everyday conveniences, and major shopping destinations like the Ocean County Mall. Commuting is easy with quick access to the Garden State Parkway and major local routes. Best of all, when you want to feel the salt air, you can be sitting on the sand at local Jersey Shore beaches in about half an hour. It is the perfect balance of a quiet, wooded home base and easy connectivity to everything Ocean County has to offer.