Beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the desirable 55+ gated adult community of Lake Ridge in Toms River, NJ. This 1,814 sq. ft. residence features hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, and a fireplace, creating a bright and open living space.The newly updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and backsplash, and a dining area that opens to the family room with direct access to an oversized private patio. The primary suite includes his-and-her walk-in closets and an en-suite bath with a double-sink vanity.Additional highlights include a 7-year-old roof, 7-year-old central A/C, 5-year-old furnace, direct-entry two-car garage, pull-down stairs for additional attic storage, and a sprinkler system connected to a private well, helping reduce water costs.Lake Ridge offers low HOA fees and low taxes, along with exceptional amenities including a heated indoor pool (open year-round), outdoor pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, mat and chair yoga, bowling, bocce, dance, mahjongg, bridge, billiards room, library, card rooms, social room, community bus for shopping, numerous social clubs, and a multi-day travel club.