Welcome to this UPDATED 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home w/ a BASEMENT (RARE!) situated on a larger lot along a quiet street in Medford's highly sought-after LAKE COMMUNITY of Sherwood Forest. Thoughtfully improved throughout, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, & modern finishes. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting curb appeal & added privacy as the home is set back from the street. Step inside to discover a flexible open floor plan designed for today's lifestyle, featuring a spacious family room w/ a full brick fireplace & architectural cut-outs that add both character & practicality, while a versatile living room currently serves as a home office. The kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the home & was designed for both entertaining & everyday living, offering quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances w/ double ovens & in-cabinet microwave (all included!), a farmhouse sink, decorative cabinetry & shelving, a peninsula w/ overhang seating, an additional island overlooking the family room & a dining area enhanced by custom lighted built-in cabinetry & shelving. A French door provides seamless access to the backyard deck, extending your living & entertaining space outdoors. The first floor is completed by an updated powder room & an exceptional laundry room featuring extensive cabinetry, generous counter space, a utility sink & a COMMERCIAL-GRADE SPEED QUEEN washer & dryer that are included. Upstairs, the primary suite offers dual closets w/ custom organization systems & a renovated ensuite bath featuring an oversized custom-tiled shower. Three additional bedrooms, each w/ ceiling fans & lighting, provide plenty of space for family, guests, hobbies, or additional office needs. The well appointed hall bath includes a convenient linen closet, while attic storage is easily accessible through both a pull-down staircase & an additional access panel located within the rear bedroom closet. Need even more space? The finished BASEMENT provides endless possibilities for a recreation room, fitness area, media room, or playroom, while the crawl space offers additional storage solutions. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard (NEWER FENCING 2020/2024), offering ample room for gatherings, pets, play or gardening. The TREX-LIKE DECK (2020) w/ electric service creates the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining, while NEW PAVER WALKWAYS extending from both staircases enhance the outdoor living experience. Additional highlights include Andersen windows, NEWER LVP FLOORING throughout most of the first & second floors (2023), paneled interior doors, upgraded lighting fixtures, NEWER HVAC & HOT WATER HEATER (approximately 5 years old), an UPDATED ROOF (approximately 14 years old), low-maintenance vinyl siding, underground gutter drainage, a one-car garage w/ automatic opener & loft storage, & an oversized U-shaped driveway providing abundant parking. Sherwood Forest offers a lifestyle that is hard to match, w/ open space, walking access to both the boating/fishing lake & the community beach/swimming lake w/ imported sand bottom, playground, picnic area, outdoor kitchen, hiking trails, tennis & pickleball courts, basketball courts & a year-round calendar of community events including bonfires, Easter egg hunts, Halloween celebrations & a visit from Santa. Historic Medford is known for its highly rated schools, charming downtown Main Street, local restaurants, breweries, boutique shopping, parks, Freedom Bark Dog Park, golf courses & numerous community events throughout the year. Conveniently located near Routes 70, 206, 73, 38, I-295, & the NJ Turnpike, this location provides easy access to Philadelphia, Philadelphia International Airport, New York City & the Jersey Shore.
