Summary - Forest Drive, London, IG8 IG8 9NG
4 bed 2 bath Semi-Detached
Characterful four-bed with a private garden backing onto the forest and loft potential.
Private rear garden backing directly onto the forest
1,292 sq ft of well-balanced family living space
Four bedrooms and two bathrooms, flexible layout
Victorian period features and high ceilings in reception
Scope to convert loft into fifth bedroom (STP)
Freehold with a decent plot and extension potential
Fast broadband; mobile signal and crime levels average
Close to Central Line, Overground, schools and local shops
Tucked away on a quiet Woodford Green street, this four-bedroom semi-detached home offers generous, well-proportioned living across 1,292 sq ft with the rare benefit of a private garden that backs directly onto the forest. Period features and high ceilings give the ground-floor reception rooms a relaxed, airy feel ideal for family life or entertaining.
The through lounge and connected kitchen create an easy, flowing layout for everyday living. Upstairs are four balanced bedrooms and two bathrooms, providing flexible space for children, guests, or a home office. Fast broadband supports home working, while nearby stations offer direct Central Line and Overground access into central London.
There is clear scope to add further value by converting the loft (subject to planning), which could create a fifth bedroom with elevated forest views. The property is freehold and sits on a decent plot, making extension and garden use realistic possibilities for growing families.
Buyers should note a few practical considerations: any loft conversion will require planning permission (no application submitted), the area records average crime levels, and mobile signal is average. Overall, this is a characterful family home in a sought-after location with genuine potential to extend and personalise.
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