3-bedroom house · AL4 0EL
Listing removedReduced £25k (−2.6%) on 6 JulListed 139 days
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About
Situated on the ever-popular Woodland Drive in St Albans, this attractive semi-detached family home offers well-balanced accommodation, generous outdoor space and excellent potential for modern family living.
Ideally positioned within the catchment area of several highly regarded local schools, the property is perfectly suited to growing families seeking both convenience and a desirable residential setting.
The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious living room with a charming bay window, creating a bright and inviting space for relaxation.
To the rear, the separate dining room enjoys views over the garden.
The adjoining kitchen offers practical workspace and direct access to the rear garden, presenting exciting scope for extension or reconfiguration, subject to the necessary consents.
Upstairs, the first-floor features three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two generous doubles and a comfortable single bedroom, all served by a family bathroom.
A particular highlight of the property is the substantial south-facing rear garden, beautifully established with mature planting, shrubs and trees, providing a wonderful degree of privacy and a delightful outdoor environment to enjoy throughout the year.
To the front, the property benefits from off-road parking, while a detached garage offers additional storage or workshop potential.
Combining excellent family accommodation, a sought-after location and significant potential for future enhancement, this charming home presents a rare opportunity to secure a property in one of St Albans’ most desirable residential areas, close to local amenities, transport links and outstanding educational facilities.
Woodland Drive is located to the west side of St Albans in an area which is particularly popular for its proximity to some of St Albans most highly regarded schools.
It is within easy reach of the city centre and its excellent range of amenities, and the mainline railway station, with fast links into central London, is less than a mile and a half away.
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