Spacious and Sustainable Family Home with Office Space in Child-Friendly Maarssenbroek
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy Label A with 19 solar panels provides excellent sustainability and lower energy costs, making the home future proof despite its 1975 construction year.
- The ground floor office space offers valuable flexibility for home workers or those needing an extra room, a feature increasingly in demand in the current housing market.
- Free public parking directly in front of the home combined with a private electric vehicle charging station is a rare and practical combination.
- The central location in the child friendly Boomstede neighborhood offers proximity to schools, healthcare, shopping at Bisonspoor, and excellent connectivity to both Utrecht and Amsterdam.
- The modern open kitchen renovated in 2020 and the recent 2022 Intergas boiler mean several major home components are already updated, reducing immediate renovation needs.
Downsides
- The backyard is relatively small at only 27 square meters, which may be limiting for families with children or those who enjoy gardening and outdoor living.
- The garden faces northwest, meaning it receives less direct sunlight compared to south or west facing gardens, particularly during the evening hours.
- With four bedrooms but only one bathroom, the home may feel strained during busy morning routines for larger families.
- As a terraced house built in 1975, there will be shared walls with neighbors, which means less privacy and potential noise transmission compared to detached properties.
- The second floor bedroom has sloping ceilings which can limit usable floor space and headroom in certain areas.
Description
Welcome to this surprisingly spacious family residence located on Boomstede in the charming town of Maarssen. This property immediately catches the eye with its abundant natural light streaming through the interior and the open layout that creates a sense of flow and connectivity throughout the living spaces. The home offers a remarkable degree of flexibility that accommodates various lifestyle needs, whether you work from home, have a growing family, or simply desire extra space for hobbies and relaxation.
The ground floor welcomes you through a representative hallway that includes a toilet room and staircase leading to the upper levels. From the entrance, you step directly into the large and pleasantly bright living area. The living room connects seamlessly with the dining area, creating an open plan layout that is ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining guests. A large floor to ceiling sliding door provides direct access to the backyard, effectively bringing the outside in during the warmer months and allowing natural light to flood the interior throughout the day.
The modern open kitchen was renovated in 2020 and features a sleek design with high quality built in appliances. The kitchen layout is practical and contemporary, making meal preparation a pleasure while maintaining the open feel of the ground floor. Cooking and socializing can happen simultaneously, as the kitchen flows naturally into the adjacent living and dining areas.
A particularly notable feature of this property is the generous extension at the rear of the home. This extension houses a practical utility room with connections for laundry appliances, along with a passageway leading to a dedicated office space. The office benefits from large windows that provide plenty of daylight, making it an excellent quiet workspace, practice room, or additional bedroom if needed. This ground floor flexibility is increasingly valuable in today's housing market where working from home has become a standard part of many people's lives. The entire ground floor is equipped with comfortable underfloor heating, adding to the overall sense of comfort and luxury.
Moving to the first floor, the landing provides access to three well proportioned and light filled bedrooms. Each bedroom offers ample space for various furniture configurations, making them suitable for children, guests, or as a study or hobby room. The bathroom on this level is neatly finished and equipped with a sink, a second toilet, and a bathtub with a shower attachment. While the bathroom serves its purpose well, it is worth noting that there is only one full bathroom in the home.
The second floor is reached via a fixed staircase, ensuring easy and safe access. Here you will find a large fourth bedroom that takes advantage of the space under the sloping roof, complete with additional storage areas built into the eaves. This room can serve as a spacious master bedroom, a teenager's retreat, or a large guest room. Also located on this floor is a separate practical laundry room where the high quality central heating boiler is installed. This separation of the laundry facilities from the living areas is a practical arrangement that keeps noise and moisture away from the main living spaces.
The backyard is a pleasant place to relax and unwind. The open section of the garden next to the extension measures approximately 8 meters in length and 3.35 meters in width, resulting in a total garden area of 27 square meters. While modest in size, the garden has been laid out in a low maintenance manner, making it easy to enjoy without requiring extensive gardening efforts. A shed is available for storing bicycles and garden tools, and the garden is accessible via a rear path, which is a convenient feature for bringing items in and out without having to go through the home.
The location of this property is one of its strongest attributes. The home is situated in the popular, green, and highly child friendly residential neighborhood of Boomstede in Maarssenbroek. This area is known for its peaceful character while still offering excellent amenities within easy reach. On foot, you can access the Gezondheidscentrum Boomstede health center, which includes a pharmacy, as well as various primary schools and play facilities for children.
For daily groceries and extensive shopping, the large Bisonspoor shopping center is just a short distance away, as is the Maarssen railway station. The central location means you can reach the vibrant center of Utrecht in approximately 10 minutes by car, and Amsterdam is accessible within about 25 minutes. Public parking in the area is free and available directly in front of the home, with no permit required. Additionally, the property comes with its own electric vehicle charging station right at the doorstep, a valuable feature for current and future electric car owners.
In terms of sustainability and energy efficiency, this home performs exceptionally well for a property of its age. Originally built in 1975, the residence has been significantly upgraded and now boasts an Energy Label A rating. This impressive rating is achieved through the installation of no fewer than 19 solar panels, full insulation with HR plus and HR double glazing throughout, and high quality floor insulation. The central heating system consists of a modern Intergas Xtreme 36 combi boiler that was installed in 2022 and runs on gas. This combination of features results in a comfortable, energy efficient home that is well prepared for the future.
The property is offered at an asking price of 545,000 euros, which translates to approximately 3,978 euros per square meter of living space. The total living area measures 137 square meters, with an additional 7 square meters of other indoor space. The plot size is 135 square meters, and the total volume of the home is 508 cubic meters. The property is delivered on a full ownership basis, meaning there is no ground lease to worry about.
In summary, this home on Boomstede in Maarssen offers a compelling combination of space, flexibility, sustainability, and location. The ground floor office space, four bedrooms, modern kitchen, energy efficient features, and child friendly neighborhood make it a practical choice for families looking for a comfortable and future proof home in a convenient location near Utrecht.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'bad met douche' (bath with shower) in the bathroom on the first floor.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'bad met douche' (bath with shower) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes a single bathroom on the first floor accessible from the landing, with no mention of an ensuite.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a 'toiletruimte' (toilet room) in the hallway on the ground floor.
Bidet
A bidet is not listed among the bathroom fixtures.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so there is no shared shower.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so there is no shared toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'een wastafel' (a single sink) and a sink cabinet, not a double sink setup.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing. The property has a schuifpui (sliding door) leading to the garden but no balcony.
Rear Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'Achtertuin' with specific dimensions: 27 m², 8.00 meters deep and 3.35 meters wide, with a shed and back entrance.
Front Garden
The features section explicitly lists 'Achtertuin en voortuin' under Buitenruimte (outdoor space).
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned. The garden dimensions provided are only for the rear garden.
Terrace
No terrace is specifically mentioned in the listing description or features.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned. This is a standard 3-story row house.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Patio
The garden is described as low-maintenance with a sliding door opening to it, but no specific patio is mentioned.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned. There is an office space on the ground floor but it's part of the main house.
Waterfront
No waterfront location is mentioned. The property is in a residential neighborhood (Boomstede) in Maarssenbroek.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Maarssen, Netherlands, which is completely flat with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is a row house in a residential neighborhood described as green and child-friendly, not positioned for city views.
Remarkable Garden View
The garden is only 27 m² and described as low-maintenance, not as a remarkable feature.
Remarkable Sea View
Maarssen is inland, nowhere near the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned or present in this residential area.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks or notable views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Central Heating
CV combi boiler (Intergas Xtreme 36 from 2022) explicitly mentioned for heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing description or features.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly mentions 'comfortabele warmwater-vloerverwarming op de begane grond' (comfortable warm water underfloor heating on the ground floor).
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned. Storage described as 'extra bergruimte onder de schuine kap' (extra storage under sloped roof).
Home Office
Explicitly mentions 'volwaardige kantoorruimte op de begane grond' (full-fledged office space on ground floor) described as ideal quiet workspace.
Skylight
Dakraam (skylight) explicitly listed in the voorzieningen (features) section.
Exposed Beams
Second floor has sloped roof but no mention of exposed beams.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned. Has 'woningbrede schuifpui' (full-width sliding doors) instead.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool mentioned; would be highly unusual for this type of row house.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned anywhere in the listing.
French Doors
Listing mentions 'schuifpui' (sliding patio doors), not French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned; 1975 construction typically wouldn't feature this.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned such as light woods, minimalism, or hygge-style decor.
Modern
Modern open kitchen renewed in 2020 with high-quality built-in appliances, but 1975 construction limits overall modern feel.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or concrete surfaces.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned such as terracotta, arched doorways, or warm color palettes.
Classic
Built in 1975 as a row house, but extensively updated with modern features reducing classic character.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1975 with modern renovations (kitchen 2020, boiler 2022, 19 solar panels). Not a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1975, which is mid-1970s, not early 20th century or 'jaren-30' style.
Post War Functional
Built in 1975, which is post-war era. However, significant modernizations (new kitchen, energy label A, solar panels, new boiler) have updated the property considerably from its original state.
Modernist
While the original 1975 structure isn't modernist architecture, extensive modernizations including a modern kitchen (2020), 19 solar panels, energy label A, floor heating, and new boiler give it modern elements. However, the fundamental architecture remains a standard row house.
Newly Build
Built in 1975 and explicitly listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction), not new build.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description mentions a 'sleek layout' (strakke opstelling) but gives no indication of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly describes an 'open living layout' (open woonindeling) and a 'modern, open kitchen' (moderne, open keuken).
Pantry
There is a separate utility room (bijkeuken) mentioned, but no kitchen pantry.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home (Eengezinswoning), so the kitchen is entirely private.
Design Kitchen
Described as 'modern' with a 'sleek layout' and high-quality built-in appliances, suggesting a contemporary design, though not explicitly branded as a luxury designer kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen was explicitly renovated in 2020.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) in the features.
Storage Room
The listing mentions extra storage space under the sloping roof on the second floor, a separate practical laundry room, and 7 m² of other indoor space.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features. Parking is public on the street.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present.
Double Garage
There is no garage present.
Attic
The top floor is described as a full 'Tweede verdieping' (second floor) with a bedroom and laundry room, not a standard storage attic, and the property is listed as having 3 living layers.
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The description explicitly states there is a shed for bicycles and gardening tools ('schuur voor fietsen en tuingereedschap').
Covered Parking
Parking is described as open public parking on the street, not covered.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking; parking is on the street.
Ev Charging
The listing explicitly mentions 'een eigen laadpaal (charger) direct voor de deur' (own charging pole directly in front of the door).
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the property description.
Shed
Features list 'Aangebouwde stenen berging' (attached stone shed).
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Gratis openbaar parkeren in de straat' (Free public parking in the street) and 'geen vergunning nodig' (no permit needed).
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly states 'geen vergunning nodig' (no permit needed).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
Parking is free and public, so there is no monthly rental price for a parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no private parking spot for sale; parking is free on the public street.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'Woning staat op volle eigendom perceel' and makes no mention of a VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren / owners association).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' which means freehold, not leasehold (erfpacht).
Open Viewing
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Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a standard 3-story terraced house built in 1975. No elevator is mentioned, and they are not standard in this type of residential building.
Security Cameras
Security cameras are not mentioned anywhere in the detailed listing text or feature list, making their presence highly unlikely.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a terraced family home ('tussenwoning') with its own front door leading into a representative hallway.
Automatic Gate
The property is located in a regular residential neighborhood with free public parking directly in front of the door. There is no mention of a gate.
Gated Community
The description explicitly states it is located in a popular, green, and child-friendly residential neighborhood with free public parking, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has three floors accessed via stairs ('trapopgang', 'vaste trap'), with all bedrooms and the main bathroom located on the upper floors, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken met witgoedaansluitingen' (utility room with laundry connections).
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separate, praktische wasruimte' (separate, practical laundry room) on the second floor.
High Speed Internet
The listing specifies the presence of a 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which inherently provides high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home features, home automation, or smart thermostats in the listing.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which indicates the deliberate absence of a mechanical ventilation system.
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the property description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states the property is equipped with 19 solar panels.
Double Glazing
The listing mentions it is fully equipped with insulating glazing (HR+ / HR++) and lists 'Dubbel glas' in the features.
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing (HR+ / HR++) is specified. Triple glazing is not mentioned.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions high-quality floor insulation (hoogwaardige vloerisolatie).
Heat Pump
The property uses a gas-fired CV combi boiler (Intergas Xtreme 36), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has an Energy Label A, features outdoor sun blinds (buitenzonwering) to reduce summer heat gain, and utilizes energy-efficient radiant floor heating on the ground floor for better heat distribution.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.