Energy-efficient family home with 5 bedrooms, solar panels and private parking

The property is a terraced house located at Damhertstraat 41 in the Rotterdam neighborhood of Kralingseveer. The asking price is €598,000 costs koper (buyer's costs). The house sits on its own land (eigen grond) with a total plot size of 172 square meters. The living area measures 135 square meters, and the total volume of the building is 458 cubic meters. The property was built in 1993 and features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material.

This family home offers five well-proportioned bedrooms spread across three floors, making it particularly suitable for larger families or those who work from home and require additional space. The house has received an energy label A rating, valid until March 5, 2036, which reflects its energy-efficient characteristics.

Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a well-maintained hallway that houses the meter cupboard and provides access to the staircase leading to the first floor. The ground floor also features a toilet room that has been fully tiled in a white and grey color scheme and finished with spotlights. The toilet room includes a wall-hung toilet and a small sink. A glass door from the hallway leads into the living room.

The living room, measuring approximately 33 square meters, is oriented towards the garden and features a durable laminate floor. This room includes a practical storage cupboard that also houses the staircase. The sliding patio door with a fly screen creates a pleasant, light-filled living space and provides direct access to the rear garden. The room benefits from plenty of natural light.

The kitchen is located at the front of the house and has an open layout. It measures approximately 7 square meters and is arranged in a U-shape configuration. The kitchen is equipped with built-in appliances including a refrigerator, freezer, induction cooktop, stainless steel extractor hood, combination oven with steam function, and a dishwasher. The kitchen also features a one-and-a-half sink basin and ample cabinet space. The entire kitchen is finished in light colors with a composite worktop, ambient lighting, and a laminate floor.

The rear garden faces west, allowing residents to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. This outdoor space is low-maintenance and includes paving, planting, an electrically operated sun awning, an outdoor tap, garden lighting, and a rear access path. The garden measures 74 square meters with dimensions of 10.50 meters in depth and 7.00 meters in width.

A wooden shed of approximately 3 square meters provides additional outdoor storage. At the front of the property, there is a front garden with paving and planting, as well as a private parking space with a carport. A separate storage room of approximately 6 square meters is accessible from the front garden.

The first floor features a spacious landing with stairs to the second floor and access to all rooms. This level contains three bedrooms, all with laminate flooring. The first bedroom, measuring approximately 15 square meters, is located at the rear of the house and includes a three-door sliding wardrobe and manually operated roller shutters. The second bedroom, approximately 11 square meters, is also at the rear and features manually operated roller shutters. The third bedroom, approximately 10 square meters, is situated at the front of the property and also has manually operated roller shutters.

The modern bathroom on the first floor measures approximately 5 square meters. It is fully tiled in a light color scheme and finished with spotlights. The bathroom includes a double vanity with vanity unit, a mirror with mirror cabinet and lighting, a wall-hung second toilet, a bathtub, a designer radiator, and a shower cabin.

The second floor features a landing area with a four-door sliding wardrobe that houses the inverter for the twelve solar panels. This floor also contains the central heating combi boiler (Remeha, installed in 2011), an electric boiler for hot water, and connections for a washing machine and dryer. The air conditioning system is also located on this floor.

The fourth bedroom on the second floor measures approximately 18 square meters and is located at the front of the house. This room features a large skylight, storage space behind the knee wall, and laminate flooring. This bedroom is surprisingly spacious and provides access to the rooftop terrace. The balcony or rooftop terrace measures approximately 9 square meters and faces east, offering a quiet spot to enjoy the morning sun.

The fifth bedroom, approximately 8 square meters, is located at the rear of the second floor. It also features a large skylight, storage space behind the knee wall, and laminate flooring.

The property benefits from various energy-saving features. In addition to the energy label A rating, the house has twelve solar panels installed. The insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combi boiler from Remeha, installed in 2011, supplemented by an electric boiler.

Additional features of the property include air conditioning on the second floor, outdoor sun blinds, skylights, roller shutters on the first-floor bedrooms, a sliding patio door, and solar panels. The house is connected to all standard utilities.

The property is situated in a quiet, child-friendly residential neighborhood in Rotterdam Kralingseveer. Daily amenities are within easy reach, including various supermarkets, shops, schools, and sports facilities. Public transport connections are good, and the main roads leading to Rotterdam city center and surrounding cities are easily accessible. The surrounding area also offers ample opportunities for recreation, with parks and green spaces nearby.

The property is offered at an asking price of €598,000 costs koper, which translates to approximately €4,430 per square meter of living space. The transfer is available by mutual agreement. The property is currently available and listed as existing construction.

The cadastral designation is KRALINGEN H 1236, with a plot area of 172 square meters held in full ownership. The garage facility consists of a carport, and parking is available on the property as well as on public roads in the area.

The property's construction from 1993 means it benefits from building standards of that era, which already included better insulation requirements than older properties. The subsequent addition of solar panels and the achievement of energy label A status further enhance its sustainability credentials. The flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material is a common feature for this type and era of construction.

The ground floor layout with the kitchen at the front and living room at the rear is a practical arrangement that allows the main living space to connect directly with the garden. The open kitchen design creates a sense of flow and connection with the living areas.

The first floor bedrooms are well-proportioned, with the largest room at 15 square meters providing ample space for a double bed and additional furniture. The sliding wardrobe in this room adds valuable storage without taking up floor space. The roller shutters on all first-floor bedrooms offer both light control and additional security.

The second floor has been effectively utilized to create two additional bedrooms, making excellent use of the roof space. The larger bedroom at 18 square meters could serve as a master bedroom or a generous hobby room, while the 8 square meter room is suitable as a children's room, home office, or guest room.

The rooftop terrace of 9 square meters facing east provides an additional outdoor space, complementing the west-facing garden. This allows residents to follow the sun throughout the day, enjoying morning coffee on the balcony and evening relaxation in the garden.

This terraced house represents a practical and sustainable family home in a pleasant location. The combination of five bedrooms, energy-efficient features including solar panels and good insulation, private parking, and outdoor spaces including a west-facing garden and east-facing balcony makes it a versatile property suitable for various lifestyle needs. The modern sanitary facilities, air conditioning, and practical layout contribute to the comfort of the home. The Kralingseveer neighborhood offers a balance between residential tranquility and accessibility to urban amenities.