Move-in Ready Maisonette in Historic Schoonhoven City Center

This maisonnette apartment is located at Appelstraat 2-B in the historic old city center of Schoonhoven. The property offers a total living area of 51 square meters spread across two floors within a building that dates from before 1906. The apartment is situated in the rear half of the upper two floors of a former warehouse building, which provides a surprisingly quiet living environment despite its central location.

The entrance to the building is located at street level in the Appelstraat. From the ground floor entrance hall, residents take the first staircase to reach the intermediate level, followed by a second staircase that leads to the actual living floor of the maisonnette. This double staircase arrangement ensures privacy and separates the private living space from the shared entrance area.

The living floor contains the main living room, the kitchen, the bathroom, and two bedrooms. The living room is described as bright and pleasantly arranged, with natural light entering through the windows. The modern kitchen connects seamlessly to the living area and is equipped with various built-in appliances, making it immediately ready for use. The kitchen has been completely renewed as part of the recent renovation.

The bathroom has been finished in a clean and modern style. It features a walk-in shower, a vanity unit with washbasin, and a toilet. All fixtures and finishes are new, contributing to the move-in ready character of the property. The listing indicates that the bathroom meets contemporary standards in terms of both functionality and aesthetics.

The apartment has two bedrooms, which can be used flexibly according to the needs of the residents. The listing suggests that these rooms are practical and well arrangeable, making them suitable as sleeping quarters, a home office space, or additional storage. This flexibility is particularly relevant for the target audience of first-time buyers who may have changing needs in their first years of homeownership.

Throughout the apartment, herringbone pattern laminate flooring has been installed, providing a warm and stylish appearance. All walls have been freshly painted in a clean, modern finish. The combination of the new flooring and the new paintwork creates a cohesive and contemporary interior that requires no additional work from the new owner.

From the living room, residents have direct access to the outdoor space. The balcony faces west and measures approximately 7 square meters. This orientation means that the balcony receives afternoon and evening sun, making it suitable for outdoor sitting during the warmer months. The listing mentions that a new railing will be installed for the balcony. From this elevated position, views extend over the historic city center of Schoonhoven.

The building in which the apartment is located is situated within a protected city or village view (beschermd stads- of dorpsgezicht). This designation indicates that the exterior of the building and the surrounding streetscape are subject to aesthetic regulations aimed at preserving the historic character of the area. The roof structure is a gable roof covered with traditional clay tiles.

Regarding energy efficiency, the property has roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation. The specific energy label is not yet available at the time of listing but will be provided as soon as possible. Hot water is provided by an electric boiler rather than a gas-fired system. The apartment also features air conditioning, a skylight, natural ventilation options, and a TV cable connection.

The property is offered at a price of 349,000 euros, which translates to approximately 6,843 euros per square meter of living space. The indicated volume of the apartment is 171 cubic meters. The transaction costs (kosten koper) are to be paid by the buyer, which typically includes transfer tax, notary fees, and possibly mortgage-related costs.

Parking is available only through public parking facilities in the vicinity. The listing does not indicate the availability of a private parking space or a parking permit.

The homeowners association (Vereniging van Eigenaren, VVE) for this building is in the process of being established. At the time of listing, the VVE is not yet registered with the Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel), and no annual meetings have taken place. The periodic contribution amount has not yet been determined, and there is no reserve fund currently in place. Additionally, there is no maintenance plan and no building insurance arranged through the VVE at this stage. The future VVE contribution will be calculated based on mandatory savings of 0.5 percent of the rebuilding value of the property. Household rules for the building will be determined at a later date.

Utility services including water, electricity, and possibly heating are centrally arranged through the VVE, with individual consumption calculated and settled through sub-meters in each apartment. This system ensures that residents pay according to their actual usage.

The sale of this property is subject to certain conditions. Most notably, a non-self-occupation clause (niet zelfbewoningsclausule) applies. This clause typically means that the buyer commits to occupying the property as their primary residence for a specified period, preventing the purchase of the property as an investment or second home. This condition aligns with the listing's positioning of the apartment as suitable for first-time buyers (starters).

The measurement of the property follows the NEN2580 standard, which provides a standardized method for determining usable floor areas. The listing notes that this measurement method is intended to provide a more uniform way of indicating surface areas, though it does not completely eliminate differences in measurement outcomes due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations during the measurement process.

The Appelstraat is described as a quiet road despite its central location. The protected location ensures that the surroundings retain their historic character. Schoonhoven is known as a traditional center for silver craftsmanship, and the old city center features a compact and walkable urban layout with various shops, restaurants, and amenities within easy reach.

This property is positioned in the market as an ideal first home for buyers entering the property market. The combination of a central location, complete renovation, and manageable size makes it particularly suited for this demographic. The apartment requires no renovation work, allowing the new owner to focus on furnishing and personalizing the space immediately after purchase.