212 FOREST DRIVE, Falls Church, VA 22046

Gorgeous 4/5 bedroom, 3.5 bath expanded Cape Cod nestled on one of the prettiest streets in Falls Church City’s Broadmont neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the home’s exceptional curb appeal draws you in, while its true size of almost 6000 sqft of living space is pleasantly understated from the front. Thoughtful side and rear additions by both the current and previous owners seamlessly blend classic brick Cape Cod charm with the modern living spaces today’s buyers desire.

Inside, the home features four fireplaces (two gas and two wood-burning), adding warmth and character throughout. The formal living room welcomes you with a cozy gas fireplace, behind which the right wing of the home continues, offering a stately library or office complete with stunning millwork and abundant built-ins. The formal dining room exudes timeless charm, highlighted by beautiful wainscoting and built-in corner cabinets.

The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring painted cabinetry, a new oversized built-in refrigerator (2026), double wall oven, cooktop, island, and a spacious eat-in area. Just beyond, step down into the expansive, light-filled family room with a wood-burning fireplace and a full wall of built-ins—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The main level also includes an updated half bath, laundry room with pantry space, and hardwood floors throughout.
Outdoor living is just as impressive. The 23’ x 16’ mahogany wood screened porch offers two levels to comfortably accommodate both dining and lounging areas, with access from both the living and family rooms. A large deck spans most of the back of the home, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.

Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, private balcony, and an en suite bath with soaking tub, tiled shower, 2 sinks, and walk-in closet. Classic Cape Cod details shine on the upper level, including charming dormer window benches with custom cushions. Rounding out the top level are three additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom that has recently undergone an upscale full renovation.

The lower level provides incredible additional space, including a large tiled mudroom with bead-board accents that doubles as a flexible area for games or reading, complete with the third fireplace. The newly carpeted recreation room features built-ins, a wall of windows and a fourth fireplace. This level also includes a bonus room or optional fifth bedroom with a walk-in closet. A full bathroom, and ample utility and storage space complete this level.

A unique garage setup offers both a large, attached one-car garage under the screened porch and additional climate-controlled storage in the original garage space.

Set on a beautifully landscaped, wide lot, this home offers an unbeatable location—featuring Falls Church City award-winning schools, surrounded by tree-lined streets and parks, and less than one mile from East Falls Church Metro, downtown Falls Church City’s shops and restaurants, Whole Foods, and The State Theatre.