Forked River, NJ 08731 2238 Emerald Park Drive

Welcome to your next home — a charming, sprawling ranch full of character and endless possibilities!Tucked away near the beautiful Lacey Lakes in the always desirable Barnegat Pines section, this property gives you the best of both worlds: plenty of space inside and out, plus a location you'll love coming home to every day. Inside, you'll find 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The layout is super functional — the bedrooms are nicely set apart from the main entertaining areas, giving everyone extra privacy and comfort. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout, baseboard heating keeps things cozy, and the fireplace in the living room adds even more warmth and charm. The primary bedroom has its own ensuite bath and three closets . A hallway accessible attic provides plenty of storage space. There's also a bright sunroom overlooking the backyard perfect for morning coffee, a playroom, or just a peaceful place to relax. The full walk-out basement is a blank slate ready for your ideas a rec room, home gym, extra living space the choice is yours! And where else can you find an oversized 150x100 corner lot (over one third of an acre) with both a two car detached garage and an attached single car garage? You'll have room for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or even a workshop. Outside, you'll love the large deck ideal for summer barbecues and outdoor entertaining with plenty of area left for a pool. The circular driveway makes it easy to get in and out, plus it adds extra off-street parking for guests. Major systems have been thoughtfully updated, too: energy efficient upgrades include an high-efficiency boiler, Andersen windows, insulated attic and a 3 yr old water heater, all keeping utility costs down. Additionally, the roof was replaced in 2021 and there's existing well water availability for added savings. You can move in with peace of mind knowing the big-ticket items are taken care of. This home has been kept very clean and well-loved it's proof that sometimes older really is better when it comes to solid construction and timeless charm. If you're looking for great space, character, and the perfect spot near Lacey Lakes to create your dream home, you'll want to see this one in person. Come take a look and start imagining all the possibilities!