Welcome to The Forest, a well-kept secret in the heart of Lake Mary’s premier 55+ community. This vibrant neighborhood is known for its tree-lined streets, outstanding amenities, active social calendar, and friendly atmosphere. This beautifully UPDATED 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,236 square feet of comfortable living space with a desirable split plan featuring 2 MASTER SUITES for added privacy. The spacious great room accommodates multiple seating areas, a dining space, and even a desk or hobby nook, creating a flexible and inviting layout for everyday living. Recent updates include NEW WATERPROOF LUXURY WIDE VINYL PLANK FLOORING & NEWLY INSTALLED PLUSH CARPETING. The kitchen showcases NEWER STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, including a NEW STAINLESS STEEL REFRIGERATOR. Additional enhancements feature UPDATED BATHS with WAINSCOTING detail, flowy & light DRAPERIES, a REPAINTED EXTERIOR, STONE DRIVEWAY and FULLY REPLUMBED in 2023. All interior doors & ceilings have a fresh coat of paint. This home is MOVE-IN READY & waiting for its next homeowner! Ideally situated on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC, ALSO NEAR THE 2ND (SIDE) GATE FOR EASY ACCESS & EGRESS, this home is also VERY CLOSE TO SHOPPING & DINING, TJ Maxx/HomeGoods, Publix, Target, Starbucks, Panera, and more. RESORT-STYLE LIVING awaits with 2 POOLS (one heated year-round), a HOT TUB, men’s and women’s SAUNAS, TENNIS & PICKLEBALL courts, SHUFFLEBOARD, BILLIARDS ROOM, CARDS & CRAFT ROOMS, LAUNDRY CENTER, LIBRARY & beautiful two-story CLUBHOUSE w/ PICTURESQUE WINDOWS overlooking the pool area—perfect for MONTHLY GATHERINGS, MEETINGS, PARTIES and YOGA classes. The Forest offers endless opportunities to connect and enjoy, with a FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS & ACTIVITIES for residents. The monthly HOA fee INCLUDES CABLE, INTERNET & TRASH for simplified budgeting. Boat/RV parking may be available in a designated area based upon availability. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED, MOVE-READY home in one of Lake Mary’s most desirable 55+ COMMUNITIES—and bring your GOLF CART to start living the GOOD LIFE today! Property may be under audio/visual surveillance.