Renovation Opportunity: Terraced House with Great Potential in Leusden
Key Features
Upsides
- Generous plot size of nearly 200 square meters for a terraced house, providing ample outdoor space
- Desirable location on a quiet, child friendly square with green areas and play facilities nearby
- Good living area of 132 square meters across three floors offers solid potential after renovation
- West facing back garden of 90 square meters will benefit from afternoon and evening sun
- Close proximity to essential amenities including schools, shops, and sports facilities
Downsides
- Property requires complete renovation as it is essentially in shell condition with deferred maintenance
- Non self occupancy clause prevents the buyer from living in the property themselves
- One of the two dormer windows has a leakage problem that needs to be addressed
- Sold as is with no guarantees, meaning buyer assumes all risks for visible and hidden defects
- No energy label available and only partial double glazing indicates poor energy efficiency
Description
This terraced house located on a pleasant and child friendly square in Leusden represents a unique opportunity for buyers with a vision for renovation. The property was built in 1974 and offers a living area of approximately 132 square meters spread across three floors. The total plot measures nearly 200 square meters, which is notably generous for a terraced house of this type.
The current condition of the property requires significant attention. The description indicates that the house is in a state of deferred maintenance and is essentially in a shell condition, meaning that much of the interior finishing work needs to be completed or redone by the new owner. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity, as it allows the buyer to customize the layout and finishes according to their own preferences and requirements. The property is being sold on an as is, where is basis, which means that all visible and hidden defects are included in the sale and the seller provides no guarantees regarding the condition of the property.
One specific issue mentioned in the listing concerns the two dormer windows on the roof. One of these dormer windows is reported to have a leakage problem, which will need to be addressed during the renovation process. The roof itself is a gable roof covered with tiles, which is a common and durable roofing solution for Dutch homes of this era.
The layout of the property consists of four rooms in total, with three of these designated as bedrooms. There is one bathroom and a separate toilet. The exact configuration of the living areas and bedrooms is not specified in detail, but with 132 square meters of living space across three floors, there should be reasonable room for a comfortable family layout once the renovation is complete.
The property includes both a front garden and a back garden. The back garden measures 90 square meters with dimensions of 15 meters in depth and 6 meters in width. This garden is situated on the west side of the property, which means it will benefit from afternoon and evening sunlight, making it pleasant for outdoor activities during the warmer months. There is also an attached stone storage building in the garden which provides space for tools, bicycles, or garden equipment. The storage building has electricity connected.
Parking is available both on the property itself and through public parking in the area, which should provide adequate options for residents and visitors.
The location of this property is described as particularly appealing. The house is situated on a quiet square that is noted for being child friendly, with green spaces and play facilities in the immediate vicinity. This makes the location especially suitable for families with children. Essential amenities including schools, shops, and sports facilities are all located within a short distance, adding to the convenience of the location.
In terms of energy efficiency, no energy label is currently available for the property. The windows feature partial double glazing, which suggests that some window replacements may have occurred over the years but that the insulation is not up to current standards. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas fired combination boiler that is owned by the current owner, which means it will transfer to the new owner as part of the sale.
There are several important legal clauses that apply to this sale. The first is the non self occupancy clause, which restricts the buyer from occupying the property themselves. This type of clause is typically applied to ensure that properties are made available for rental rather than being purchased for owner occupation. Buyers should carefully consider this restriction before making an offer, as it significantly affects how the property can be used after purchase.
The second important clause is the old age clause, which is standard for older properties. This clause acknowledges that the property was built in 1974 and that the construction methods and materials used at that time may not meet current standards. It serves to inform buyers that they should not expect the same level of quality and safety features as would be found in newly constructed buildings.
The asking price for this property is set at 400,000 euros, which is payable by the buyer in addition to the standard purchase costs associated with property transactions in the Netherlands. This results in a price per square meter of living space of approximately 3,030 euros. Given that the property requires a complete renovation, potential buyers will need to factor in substantial additional costs for the necessary work.
The cadastral registration shows that the property consists of two parcels, designated as Leusden F 4984 with an area of 171 square meters and Leusden F 6062 with an area of 28 square meters, both held in full ownership. This division of the plot into two cadastral parcels is not uncommon and does not affect the practical use of the property.
In summary, this property offers a renovation project in a desirable location in Leusden. The combination of a generous plot size, good living area, child friendly surroundings, and proximity to amenities makes this an interesting opportunity for buyers who have the vision, skills, and financial resources to undertake a comprehensive renovation. The as is sale terms and the non self occupancy clause are important considerations that will affect the feasibility and attractiveness of this purchase for different types of buyers. Those interested in this property are advised to arrange a viewing to fully assess the extent of the renovation work required and to seek professional advice regarding the legal and financial aspects of the purchase.
Features
Bathroom
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions '1 apart toilet' (1 separate toilet), which serves as a guest toilet.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family terraced house ('tussenwoning'), not a multi-family dwelling with shared facilities.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family terraced house ('tussenwoning'), not a multi-family dwelling with shared facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions an 'Achtertuin' (rear garden) of 90 m².
Front Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'voortuin' (front garden).
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned; it is a 'tussenwoning' (terraced house) which typically does not have one.
Terrace
No terrace is mentioned in the property details.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace, only two dormer windows ('dakkapellen').
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house; only a stone storage shed ('aangebouwde stenen berging') is listed.
Waterfront
The property is located on a square in a residential neighborhood in Leusden, with no mention of water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
The property is a terraced house in a residential area with no space or mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
There is no mention of any facilities for small livestock.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned; the property requires a complete renovation and is in a shell state.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
The lot is 200 m², which is far too small for a tennis court, and none is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Leusden is located in the Netherlands, which is exceptionally flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is located in a quiet, child-friendly residential neighborhood ('woonwijk') on a square, not a high-rise or elevated location with city views.
Remarkable Garden View
While there is a rear garden, the view is described as standard for a residential square and not highlighted as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
Leusden is an inland municipality in the province of Utrecht, far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour in or near this residential area in Leusden.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks or notable views are mentioned in the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The property is a 1974 home in disrepair and sold 'as is'. Air conditioning is neither mentioned nor expected in this type of Dutch renovation project.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) that is gas-fired and owned by the current owner.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the description or features list of this 1974 terraced house.
Hardwood Floors
The home is described as 'nagenoeg casco' (almost completely bare shell), meaning it lacks finished flooring like hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Given the property is in a shell state with no finished interior described, tiled floors are not present.
Laminate Flooring
The house is entirely stripped back to a shell state, so there is no laminate flooring installed.
Carpeted Floors
As the property is in a bare shell condition, there are no carpeted floors.
Underfloor Heating
The home has a standard gas central heating boiler typical for 1974. Underfloor heating is not mentioned and highly unlikely in this shell-state property.
Walk In Closet
A walk-in closet is not mentioned and would be highly unusual in a standard 1974 Dutch terraced house, especially in its current shell state.
Home Office
The listing mentions 4 rooms (3 bedrooms) but does not specify or hint at a dedicated home office space.
Skylight
The listing mentions two dormer windows (dakkapellen) but does not mention any skylights.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams, which are not typical for a standard 1974 Dutch terraced house construction.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the property description or features.
Private Indoor Pool
It is a standard 132 m² terraced house in need of total renovation. A private indoor pool is impossible.
Private Indoor Sauna
It is a standard 132 m² terraced house in need of total renovation. A private indoor sauna is not present.
Built-In Wardrobes
The property is described as being in a 'casco' (shell) state, meaning internal fixtures like built-in wardrobes are absent.
French Doors
There is no mention of French doors in the property's layout or features description.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The house is a 1974 build currently in a bare shell state. Ornamental plasterwork is neither mentioned nor expected.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The house is a 1974 terraced home in a neglected, shell-like state requiring complete renovation. There is no indication of Scandinavian design elements.
Modern
Built in 1974 and currently stripped back to a shell condition, the property lacks any modern finishes or architectural features.
Industrial
It is a standard 1974 residential terraced house with no described industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal accents, or open ductwork.
Mediterranean
Located in the Netherlands, the property is a standard Dutch terraced house with a gable roof. There are no Mediterranean architectural features.
Classic
While it is an older home from 1974, it is described as being in a bare shell state without any discernible classic architectural details or period features remaining.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1974, which is a standard post-war construction era, not a traditional or historic period.
Early 20th Century
The construction year is explicitly stated as 1974, excluding it from early 20th-century architecture.
Post War Functional
Built in 1974 as a standard terraced house ('tussenwoning') in a residential neighborhood, fitting the post-war functional mass-housing style.
Modernist
While built in the 70s, it is described as a standard terraced house without specific modernist architectural features highlighted.
Newly Build
The listing specifies it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1974 and explicitly states it is in a neglected state requiring total renovation.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
A 1974 townhouse sold as a bare shell renovation project would not have a kitchen island.
Pantry
A bare shell 1974 townhouse is very unlikely to have a dedicated pantry space.
Build In Coffee Maker
A fixer-upper in bare shell state would not have a built-in coffee maker.
Boiling Water Tap
A property requiring complete renovation in bare shell state would not have a boiling water tap like Quooker.
Downdraft Extractor
A 1974 townhouse sold as a bare shell would not have a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The listing clearly states this is an 'eengezinswoning' (single-family home), so the kitchen is not shared.
Design Kitchen
This is a fixer-upper in neglected condition sold 'as is' requiring complete renovation - it cannot have a design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The property is described as being in a neglected state of maintenance, nearly bare shell, requiring full renovation - there is no new kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing states 'Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren' (on own property and public parking)
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions 'aangebouwde stenen berging' (attached stone storage/shed)
Garage
No garage mentioned; only a shed/storage (berging) is listed
Automatic Garage Door
No garage present on the property
Double Garage
No garage present on the property
Cellar
Not mentioned and very uncommon for 1974 Dutch townhouses
Covered Parking
Not mentioned; parking on own property likely refers to open driveway space
Underground Parking
Not mentioned and highly unlikely for a 1974 townhouse
Ev Charging
Not mentioned; very unlikely for a 1974 property in need of full renovation
Workshop
Not mentioned in the listing
Shed
Listing explicitly mentions 'aangebouwde stenen berging' (attached stone shed)
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No mention of rental parking spots
Parkspot Sale Price
No separate parking spot for sale mentioned
Rules
Short Term Rentals Allowed
The listing specifies a 'Niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupancy clause) which typically prohibits the buyer from renting out the property.
Long Term Rentals Allowed
A 'Niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupancy clause) is applicable, which generally restricts or prohibits renting out the property.
Leasehold
The cadaster data explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold) for both parcels.
Other Rules
The listing mentions a non-self-occupancy clause, an age clause (ouderdomsclausule), and an 'as is, where is' sale condition with no guarantees.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 3-story terraced house from 1974, which does not typically include an elevator.
Intercom
No intercom is mentioned, and the property is in a bare shell state requiring full renovation.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the listing, and it is a complete renovation project.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned, and it is a standard residential terraced house.
Private Entrance
As a terraced house, it inherently has its own private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate, only parking on own terrain and public parking.
Video Door Phone
Not mentioned in the listing, and the home is in a bare shell condition.
Smoke Detectors
Not mentioned; given it is sold 'as is' and needs a full renovation, smoke detectors are likely absent.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific security hardware is mentioned, and the property is from 1974 in a state of disrepair.
Gated Community
The house is located on a public, child-friendly square in a residential neighborhood, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
It is a 3-story terraced house built in 1974 with no mention of accessibility modifications like ramps or stairlifts.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The property is listed as 'nagenoeg casco' (nearly bare shell) and requires a full renovation, meaning no appliances are included.
Washing Machine Connections
Due to the property being in a bare shell state ('nagenoeg casco'), plumbing connections for a washing machine are likely incomplete or non-existent.
Laundry Room
No laundry room is mentioned in the layout, which is typical for a 1974 terraced house of this size.
Dryer
The property is in a bare shell state ('nagenoeg casco') and requires a full renovation, so no appliances are present.
Smart Home
The house was built in 1974 and is currently in a bare shell state requiring full renovation, so no smart home features are present.
Ventilation System
Built in 1974 with only partial double glazing mentioned, it likely relies on natural ventilation rather than a mechanical ventilation system, which is not listed.
Water Softener
Water softeners are very uncommon in the Netherlands and are not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing. Given the property is in disrepair and nearly shell state, it is highly unlikely to have solar panels.
Double Glazing
Listing explicitly states 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partially double glazing).
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned. Given the 1974 build year and the partial double glazing mentioned, triple glazing is extremely unlikely.
Wall Insulation
Not mentioned in the listing. The property is from 1974 and in poor condition requiring full renovation, making wall insulation unlikely without confirmation.
Floor Insulation
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the age (1974) and condition requiring complete renovation, floor insulation is unlikely.
Roof Insulation
Not mentioned. The property has two dormers with one leaking, suggesting the roof is in poor condition and likely not properly insulated.
Heat Pump
Listing specifies 'Gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) for heating. No heat pump mentioned.
Home Battery
Not mentioned anywhere. Given the property's poor condition and lack of solar panels, a home battery would not be expected.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing indicates no energy label is available and the property is in a shell-like state requiring complete renovation. No other energy efficiency measures are mentioned.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.