Renovation Opportunity with Solid Exterior Foundation in Child-Friendly Neighborhood

This terraced house, built in 1951, is located on Batavierstraat in the church district (kerkbuurt) of Alblasserdam. The property has been occupied with pleasure for many years and is now ready for a new generation to bring it up to modern standards. The house offers a solid foundation with well-maintained exterior elements, making it an attractive option for buyers looking for a renovation project without having to worry about major exterior work.

The ground floor layout has been creatively adapted over time, resulting in a unique configuration where the kitchen is positioned at the front of the house rather than the typical rear placement. This arrangement gives the living space a distinctive character that sets it apart from similar properties in the area. What particularly distinguishes this home from many other renovation properties is the quality of exterior maintenance already completed. The property features plastic window frames (kunststof kozijnen), cavity wall insulation (spouwmuurisolatie), and high-performance double glazing (HR-beglazing), all of which contribute to the C energy label and provide a comfortable starting point for further improvements.

Upon entering through the plastic front door, you arrive in the hallway which provides space for a coat rack. The hallway gives access to the living room, the meter cupboard, and the toilet room. The toilet is fully tiled and equipped with a floating toilet and a small sink. This space is practically situated under the staircase. While functional, this area will likely be included in any modernization plans the new owner might have.

The through-living room (doorzonwoonkamer) features a tiled floor and recessed spotlights. The layout is indeed unique for this type of property. The staircase to the upper floor has been neatly concealed behind a wall, and the kitchen has been integrated into the front section of the room. The seating area at the rear provides direct access to the deep garden through the back door. An exterior sunshade (zonnescherm) is installed at the rear of the property. Given the depth of the garden, there is ample space for a large extension. An extension with an attractive sliding door would certainly be possible here, allowing the living room to be expanded without compromising the outdoor experience.

The open kitchen is arranged in a straight block beneath the large window at the front of the house. It includes a four-burner gas stove, extractor hood, refrigerator, and a combination oven/microwave. A close-in boiler provides instant hot water. Although the kitchen is functional, the space offers excellent opportunities for creating a modern dream kitchen according to current tastes and requirements.

The first floor features a remarkably spacious landing. This area presents a significant opportunity. By installing a partition wall, an additional bedroom or home office could be created quite easily. From the landing, there is also access to the attic space via a hatch.

Currently, there is one very generous bedroom at the rear of the property. This room benefits from two large windows facing the garden, a built-in closet, and recessed spotlights. The size of this bedroom is notably larger than what is typically found in similar properties from this era.

The bathroom is spacious in its design and fully tiled. It contains a bathtub with shower facilities, a washbasin, electric ventilation, recessed spotlights, and a second toilet. The washing machine connection is also located in this room. This is a large, light bathroom that would benefit from a modern update to match contemporary standards.

The second floor consists of an attic space accessible via a hatch on the first-floor landing. The central heating boiler (Remeha Avanta, installed in 2017) is located here, along with additional storage space. However, there is much more potential here than simply storage. One could consider creating an additional bedroom or hobby room by means of a roof elevation (nokverhoging). Combined with a fixed staircase, this attic could be transformed into a full additional living floor, significantly increasing the usable space of the property.

The front garden measures approximately 5.50 by 5.00 meters and is laid out with decorative paving and gravel. Being situated on the southeast, this area allows you to sit in the sun early in the day.

The rear garden, with a depth of over 13 meters, is wonderfully spacious. The garden is playfully designed with a terrace adjacent to the house, a small staircase leading down, a section with gravel, a beautiful tree, and a water well. At the rear stands a wooden shed. The garden is accessible via a rear path (achterom). The wooden shed is equipped with electricity, adding to its practical utility.

The Batavierstraat is located in a quiet and child-friendly residential area in the center of Alblasserdam. Amenities such as a primary school, children's farm (kinderboerderij), playground, shopping center, and main roads are all within short distance. There is sufficient parking available in front of the property.

In terms of technical specifications, the property has a total living area of 68 square meters, with an additional 5 square meters of internal storage space and 6 square meters of external storage. The plot size is 142 square meters, and the total volume of the building is 267 cubic meters. The rear garden specifically measures 67 square meters, being 13.45 meters deep and 5.00 meters wide, and is oriented to the northwest. The property features a saddle roof covered with tiles.

The heating and hot water are provided by the Remeha Avanta gas-fired combination boiler from 2017, which is owned by the current owners. The property holds an Energy Performance Advisory certificate (Energie Prestatie Advies) and has been assigned energy label C. The insulation includes double glazing, high-performance glazing, and wall insulation.

This property is offered at 275,000 euros (costs to buyer) and is classified as a renovation home (kluswoning). The asking price translates to approximately 4,044 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available and acceptance is by mutual agreement, with the possibility of a quick transfer for those eager to start their renovation project.

The cadastral reference is ALBLASSERDAM A 8147, and the property is held in full ownership (volle eigendom). Parking is available on public roads in the vicinity of the property.