Summary - 23 FOREST DRIVE EAST LONDON E11 1JX
5 bed 3 bath Semi-Detached
Large 5-bed period home with garden, driveway and quick access to Leytonstone tube..
Approximately 2,479 sq ft across three storeys plus basement and loft conversion
Five bedrooms and three bathrooms, principal bedroom with en suite
Extended kitchen/diner and conservatory opening onto 50+ ft private garden
Off-street driveway parking and broad original front door
High ceilings, bay windows, cornicing and original fireplaces throughout
Half mile to Leytonstone tube and close to Leyton Midland Road station
Epping Forest and large green spaces within ten minutes' walk
Council tax above average; neighbourhood records average crime levels
This spacious Victorian semi-detached home spans roughly 2,479 sq ft across three floors plus a useful basement and loft conversion, making it ideal for growing families who need generous, flexible living space. Period features—high ceilings, ornate cornicing, bay windows and original hearths—remain intact, giving rooms a strong sense of character and presence. The extended kitchen/diner with island and conservatory opens directly onto a private rear garden of more than fifty feet, creating a bright social heart for everyday life and entertaining.
Location is a major strength: Leytonstone tube and Leyton Midland Road station are both within a half mile, giving direct Central Line and Overground connections into the City and West End. Epping Forest, Hollow Ponds and Wanstead Flats are also within easy walking distance, offering regular access to extensive green space and outdoor activities. A driveway provides off-street parking, a rare convenience for this area.
Bedrooms and bathrooms are arranged across the upper floors, with a principal bedroom that includes an en suite and multiple double bedrooms serving family needs or flexible home-working spaces. Built storage in the loft conversion and a basement add practical capacity for bikes, pushchairs and seasonal items. Local schools include several rated Good or Outstanding within a mile, making the location particularly family-friendly.
Practical points to note: the property is sold freehold and benefits from fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, but council tax is above average for the area and the neighbourhood records average crime levels. The house presents many ready-to-enjoy features, yet buyers should factor in ongoing maintenance typical of Victorian properties and potential updating to suit contemporary tastes.
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