**Substantial 5-Bedroom Family Home with Large Garden & Cellar – Set on the Prestigious 'The Drive', IG1**

The Property
Situated on the ever-popular The Drive in Ilford, this impressive five-bedroom terraced family home offers substantial living space spread across three floors. Beautifully proportioned and full of potential, the property features a large open-plan kitchen/dining area perfect for family life or entertaining, with French doors leading to an expansive rear garden, ideal for summer gatherings or future extensions (STPP).

The ground floor further benefits from a separate front lounge, offering a peaceful retreat from the main living space, and a basement/cellar, excellent for storage or conversion. On the first floor, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom, while the loft has been cleverly converted into two additional bedrooms, one of which enjoys a modern en-suite shower room — perfect for older children or guests.

This home offers versatility, size and scope, making it ideal for growing families, multi-generational households, or savvy buyers looking to create their forever home in one of Ilford’s most sought-after streets.

The Location – The Drive, Ilford IG1
The Drive is renowned for its wide, tree-lined street, elegant period properties and strong community feel, making it one of the most prestigious and desirable addresses in Ilford.

Local highlights include:

Just a short walk to Ilford Station (Elizabeth Line) – offering swift access to Liverpool Street, Farringdon, Tottenham Court Road, and Heathrow Airport

Excellent access to the A12, A406 and M11, making commuting by car simple

Close proximity to Valentines Park, Ilford’s most beautiful green space, with tennis courts, boating lake, and a cafe

Reputable nearby schools include Valentines High School, Cranbrook Primary, Christchurch Primary, and Ilford County High School – all highly regarded and popular with families

Just minutes from Ilford Exchange Shopping Centre, supermarkets, cafés, and local eateries

Several places of worship, community centres, and health clinics within walking distance

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in one of Ilford's most iconic locations, offering both immediate comfort and future potential. Council Tax Band: E.