236 George Lane
South Woodford
London
E18 1AY
Set within a gated development, this two bedroom apartment presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking both comfort and potential. Offered chain free, it also comes with the benefit of an allocated parking space, bringing added convenience to everyday life. Inside, the layout feels bright and welcoming, with generously sized rooms and useful storage throughout. Positioned directly opposite Elmhurst Gardens, residents have open green space just across the road, while the property itself provides plenty of scope to enhance and add value over time.
IF YOU LIVED HERE…
Located on the first floor, this home opens with a welcoming hallway finished in wood-effect flooring that continues throughout. Two built-in cupboards are neatly integrated, providing handy storage while keeping the space uncluttered.
Generous in size, the reception room features large windows that invite in plenty of natural light. Its neutral décor and proportions create an airy atmosphere, leaving scope for comfortable living and entertaining. The kitchen is arranged with light wood tones and tiled splashbacks. A window draws in brightness and provides an outlook over the greenery outside, keeping the space simple and practical.
The larger of the two bedrooms offers a calm and versatile setting, with a wide window ensuring the room feels open and restful. Slightly more compact, the second bedroom is equally bright and adaptable, working well as a retreat, study, or guest room.
Finished in tiling, the bathroom includes a full-sized bath with overhead shower. Its straightforward presentation offers a reliable base, ready for future updates to suit personal style.
Outside, the development is framed by landscaped communal grounds, complete with mature planting and open green spaces that provide a pleasant setting. Residents also benefit from the convenience of allocated parking, adding to the practicality of this well-located property.
Overall, the home presents a balanced interior with good proportions throughout, offering the opportunity to move straight in while also leaving scope to reimagine the space over time.
Just beyond the front door, South Woodford offers a lively blend of local charm and green spaces. George Lane sits at the heart of the neighbourhood, lined with independent boutiques, everyday stores and well-loved eateries such as Bobo & Wild. The Railway Bell adds a traditional pub to the mix, while nearby there is also Jones & Sons, a favourite for its relaxed atmosphere and modern menu. The Odeon Cinema provides an easy spot for film nights, and just across the road Elmhurst Gardens brings leafy lawns and open space. A little further afield, the vast stretches of Epping Forest invite longer walks and time outdoors.
WHAT ELSE?
South Woodford Station is around a 15-minute walk, providing direct Underground connections for quick journeys into the City and West End. Local bus routes also serve the area, linking South Woodford with nearby neighbourhoods including Woodford, Wanstead and Leytonstone. With both tube and bus services close at hand, residents enjoy straightforward travel for commuting, shopping or leisure, with central London and surrounding communities all within easy reach.
4.28 x 3.19 (14'0" x 10'5")
2.13 x 1.68 (6'11" x 5'6")
2.63 x 2.36 (8'7" x 7'8")
2.55 x 2.04 (8'4" x 6'8")
3.99 x 2.65 (13'1" x 8'8")
A WORD FROM THE EXPERT...
"South Woodford was home for the first 25 years of my life. As I get older, I realise how lucky I am to have grown up here, an area with such fantastic schools, amenities, and green space. George Lane is the main hub, where you’ll find the Central line station, as well as a great selection of supermarkets — M&S, Sainsburys, Waitrose and a Co-op. On top of this, is a fantastic choice of bars, pubs and restaurants, as well as an Odeon Cinema, library and gym. You really do have everything on your doorstep. Personal picks for food include the Japanese restaurant Sakura and local favourite Nino’s. South Woodford boasts a great stock of Victorian/ Edwardian family homes, as well as newer purpose-built blocks of flats and conversions, so attracts families and young professionals. It has great transport connections to the City and Canary Wharf, and with Epping Forest on your doorstep it’s got the perfect balance of everything you need. My favourite local spots for walking are the Hollow Ponds and the tucked away Elmhurst Gardens, with its two tennis courts. All round, it’s a fantastic place to call home."
BEN CHARLETON
E18 ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER
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