Nestled on one of Ajax's most desirable family streets, this warm and inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath detached home sits on a 50' x 110' private lot, perfect for first-time buyers ready to own instead of rent, or retirees seeking easy main-floor living. The main floor features refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and a modern kitchen with new granite countertops. One of the main-floor rooms can easily serve as a bedroom for retirees, conveniently close to the bathroom, offering the same comfort and privacy the previous owner enjoyed. The spacious finished basement (2023) includes a gas fireplace, new waterproofing (2023), and a large bedroom - perfect for guests or tees. Major updates include AC and furnace (2020), windows (2017), washer & dryer (2023), and dishwasher (2024). Step outside to enjoy your deep backyard, entertaining deck, and interlocked patio, ideal for family gatherings, gardening, or quiet mornings with coffee. The double driveway accommodates up to four cars. Located within walking distance to Ajax High School and Bolton C. Falby Public School, and close to Forest Park, Ajax Library, Civic Centre, shopping plazas, GO Train Station, Pickering Beach, and the Ajax Waterfront. Whether you're starting a new chapter or simplifying life's next one, 22 Forest road is ready to welcome you home.