Historic Townhouse Adjacent to Zutphen's Ancient City Wall
Key Features
Upsides
- Unique historical location directly adjacent to the centuries-old city wall of Zutphen, offering a distinctive living experience in a protected cityscape.
- Excellent central location with the train station and all city amenities including restaurants, shops, and cultural facilities within walking distance.
- New central heating boiler installed in 2024 from Intergas, providing reliable heating and hot water for years to come.
- Municipal monument status which preserves the historical character and architectural value of the property.
- Starters loan available through the municipality of Zutphen for eligible buyers, making the property more accessible to first-time homeowners.
Downsides
- Very small living area of only 47 square meters, which limits the functionality and comfort for most residents.
- Poor energy label G indicating high energy costs and limited insulation, which is common for buildings from 1878 but still a significant drawback.
- Limited ceiling height of approximately 1.90 meters on the second floor, meaning this level cannot be counted as official living space and feels cramped.
- Paid parking in the area, requiring residents to pay for parking permits or public parking spaces.
- Basic kitchen and bathroom fittings described as simple and basic, likely requiring renovation or updates for modern comfort standards.
Description
Located in the historic inner city of Zutphen, this charming townhouse dates back to 1878 and offers a unique living experience directly adjacent to the centuries-old city wall. The property presents a compact format while maintaining a distinct character that reflects its historical significance. The location provides residents with the opportunity to live where history and urban life intersect on a daily basis.
The surrounding area offers exceptional convenience for daily living. The train station is reachable within a few minutes on foot, making commuting straightforward. The city center with its shops, cafes, restaurants, and cultural amenities is equally accessible. Residents can enjoy spontaneous dining choices, cinema visits, or drinks on one of the pleasant terraces, all within walking distance. The central location means that a bicycle may actually be used less frequently than one might expect.
The property is spread across three living levels, providing a surprisingly practical layout for those who appreciate city center living. The ground floor features an entrance hall with a meter cupboard, a toilet, and access to a utility room. This utility room contains the installation point for the central heating boiler, which was replaced in 2024, as well as space for a washing machine. Through a hatch in the floor, a small cellar is accessible, offering additional storage space. On the other side of the hall, there is a room that can serve as a workspace, hobby room, or guest bedroom.
The first floor is reached via a fixed staircase and constitutes the main living area. Here you will find the living room combined with an open kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a basic setup, providing a functional space for cooking and dining. The living area offers an atmospheric setting where residents can enjoy views of the historic inner city.
The second floor houses the bedroom and a simple but neutral, fully tiled bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a shower and a washbasin. An important consideration for potential buyers is that the standing height at the ridge of this top floor is approximately 1.90 meters. Because of this limited height, this floor has not been included in the official square meter measurement of the living area.
This property is designated as a municipal monument, which underscores its historical and architectural value within the protected cityscape of Zutphen. The building features a gabled roof covered with tiles, consistent with the traditional architectural style of the region.
In terms of energy efficiency, the property has an energy label G. The roof has insulation, which provides some degree of thermal comfort. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combination boiler from the brand Intergas, installed in 2024 and owned by the current owner.
The total living area measures 47 square meters, with an additional 9 square meters of other indoor space. The plot size is 41 square meters, and the total volume of the property is 207 cubic meters. The property is classified as a single-family terraced house.
Parking in the area consists of paid public parking and parking permits are available. This is typical for properties located in the center of historic Dutch cities.
An additional financial consideration for eligible buyers is the possibility of obtaining a starters loan from the municipality of Zutphen. This can make the purchase more accessible for first-time buyers who meet the qualifying criteria.
The property is offered at a price of 275,000 euros, which translates to approximately 5,851 euros per square meter of living space. The transfer is to be negotiated, and the property is currently available on the market.
This townhouse is particularly suited for those who appreciate historic surroundings, atmospheric living, and the convenience of a central location. It may appeal to starters, singles, young couples, or anyone who prefers living among monuments rather than in suburban areas with roundabouts and large gardens. The property requires buyers who understand and accept the limitations that come with a historic building in a city center location, including the modest floor area and the height restrictions on the upper level.
The cadastral designation for this property is ZUTPHEN F 5575, with full ownership status. The property is situated within a protected city or villagescape, which means that any modifications to the exterior may require additional permits to maintain the historical character of the area.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly mentions 'douche' and 'inloopdouche' in the bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned; the bathroom is described as simple with only a shower and sink.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is on the same floor as the bedroom, but it is not specifically described as an ensuite.
Guest Toilet
Listing explicitly mentions '1 apart toilet' on the ground floor.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned; very uncommon in small, historic Dutch starter homes.
Double Shower
Not mentioned; highly unlikely given the small size (47 m2) and simple bathroom description.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), not a shared apartment.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family home with its own separate toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
Listing specifies exactly one 'wastafel' (sink) in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the description or features list.
Rear Garden
The property is a 47 m² terraced house built against the city wall with no mention of a rear garden.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned; the house is located in the historic city center against the city wall.
Side Garden
It is a terraced house (tussenwoning) built against the city wall, leaving no space for a side garden.
Terrace
No private terrace is mentioned for the property, only public terraces in the city center.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned or implied for this compact city property.
Fenced Yard
The property lacks a yard entirely, fenced or otherwise.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the layout or features.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the property description.
Guest House
The property is only 47 m² and has no separate guest house.
Waterfront
While Zutphen has rivers, the listing emphasizes the city wall and historic center, not a waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
There is no outdoor space associated with the property to accommodate a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a compact city center apartment with no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No space or mention of small livestock facilities in this urban property.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no private outdoor pool in this compact historic city house.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is present or mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
A 47 m² city center property cannot accommodate a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Zutphen is in the Netherlands, which is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The description mentions enjoying the 'lively decor of the historic inner city' from the living floor.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has no garden, so there can be no garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
Zutphen is an inland city, far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour or harbour view is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
The house is literally built against the centuries-old city wall of Zutphen, which is a major landmark.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned in the listing.
Central Heating
Explicitly states CV-ketel (central heating boiler) - Intergas gas combi boiler from 2024, owned.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the description or features list.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating mentioned; only CV-ketel listed as heating source.
Walk In Closet
With only 47m² total and a compact layout, a walk-in closet is extremely unlikely and not mentioned.
Home Office
Ground floor has a werk/hobby/logeerkamer (work/hobby/guest room) explicitly mentioned.
Skylight
Dakraam (skylight) is explicitly listed in the features.
Private Indoor Pool
A 47m² historic townhouse would not have a private indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
A 47m² historic townhouse would not have a private indoor sauna.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a historic 1878 townhouse with no Scandinavian design elements mentioned.
Modern
Despite a new 2024 boiler, the house is described as historic with simple/basic kitchen and bathroom, not modern styling.
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed metal, brick, or loft-style features are mentioned.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements like terracotta, warm colors, or courtyard mentioned.
Classic
1878 municipal monument, historic city center location, built against ancient city wall, described as having great character.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1878, designated as a municipal monument, and located in a protected cityscape.
Early 20th Century
The house was built in 1878, which is in the 19th century.
Post War Functional
The building dates back to 1878, long before WWII.
Modernist
A 19th-century monument does not feature modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states it is an existing building from 1878.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The house is only 47 m² and the kitchen is described as a 'simple setup', making an island highly improbable.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly mentions an 'open keuken' (open kitchen) on the living floor.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry, and the compact 47 m² size makes it very unlikely.
Build In Coffee Maker
The kitchen has a 'simple setup', which strongly contradicts luxury appliances like a built-in coffee maker.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned, and inconsistent with a 'simple setup' kitchen.
Downdraft Extractor
A downdraft extractor is a premium feature not typically found in a simple kitchen setup.
Shared Kitchen
The property is listed as a single-family home (eengezinswoning), not an apartment with shared facilities.
Design Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes the kitchen as 'eenvoudige opstelling' (simple setup), indicating it is not a high-end design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1878 and there is no mention of recent kitchen renovations; it is described as simple.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'Betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (paid parking, public parking, and parking permits) available in the area.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) on the ground floor which serves as storage space for the CV-ketel and washing machine, plus a small cellar for extra storage.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The description humorously states this is not a home for those who want 'een oprit voor drie autoen' (a driveway for three cars).
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, therefore no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, therefore no double garage.
Attic
The top floor (tweede verdieping) has a low ceiling height of approximately 1.90m in the ridge and is not counted in the living area, but it is described as a living floor with bedroom and bathroom, not explicitly as an attic (zolder).
Cellar
The listing explicitly states: 'Via een luik is een kleine kelder bereikbaar, ideaal voor extra bergruimte' (Via a hatch, a small cellar is accessible, ideal for extra storage space).
Covered Parking
The parking mentioned is 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) and paid parking, with no mention of covered parking facilities.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities or infrastructure are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
The listing mentions a 'werk/hobby/logeerkamer' (work/hobby/guest room) which could be used for hobbies, but it is described as a room, not a dedicated workshop (werkplaats).
Shed
No shed (schuur) is mentioned. The property has a utility room (bijkeuken) but this is part of the main house.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), confirming that street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as one of the available parking options.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No monthly rental price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No sale price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is listed as a single-family home (Eengezinswoning) with no mention of an owners association (VvE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'EigendomssituatieVolle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a historic townhouse from 1878 with three residential floors, making an elevator highly improbable and unmentioned.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned in the listing, and it is uncommon for a small single-family townhouse without an apartment-style setup.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the property description or features list.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing describes it as a single-family home (eengezinswoning) with its own entrance (Entree met hal) on the ground floor.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate, driveway, or garden, and the property is located against the city wall in the historic center.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the listing details.
Gated Community
The property is an independent townhouse built against the historic city wall in the center of Zutphen, not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house spans three floors connected by a fixed staircase, and the top floor has a low ceiling height of 1.90 meters, making it completely unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions a 'opstelplaats voor... wasmachine' (space for washing machine), which typically implies the appliance itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly mentions a 'opstelplaats voor... wasmachine' (space for washing machine), indicating connections are present.
Laundry Room
The washing machine space is located in a 'bijkeuken' (utility room).
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under provisions.
Cable Tv
The listing specifies 'TV kabel' (TV cable) under provisions.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the building is a municipal monument from 1878 with an Energy Label G, it is highly unlikely to have solar panels as they typically require special permits and would likely be mentioned to improve the energy rating.
Double Glazing
Not mentioned in the listing. The building is a 1878 monument with an Energy Label G, which suggests that high-standard double glazing is not present throughout the property, though it cannot be completely ruled out for specific rear windows.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned and highly improbable for a municipal monument from 1878, especially with an Energy Label G.
Wall Insulation
Not mentioned. The house is built directly against the ancient city wall, making wall insulation practically impossible due to monument restrictions.
Floor Insulation
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the age of the property (1878) and Energy Label G, it is unlikely to have sufficient modern floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed under the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) specifications as 'Dakisolatie' (Roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi-boiler (Intergas, installed in 2024) for heating, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing and highly unlikely given the absence of solar panels and the historic nature of the home.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has a modern mechanical ventilation system and a brand new (2024) high-efficiency gas combi-boiler.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.