








Renovated 1930s Semi-Detached Home with Large Garden and Outbuilding in Zwanenburg
Key Features
Description
This move-in ready semi-detached house is located on Essenlaan in the old village center of Zwanenburg. The property dates from the 1930s construction period and has been completely renovated since 2015, making it a well-maintained home that combines period character with modern comfort. The asking price is 575,000 euros, and the property is available for transfer by mutual agreement.
The living area measures 88 square meters and is spread across three floors. The ground floor features an entrance hall with a meter cupboard and a toilet room. The living room includes a bay window that adds character and natural light to the space. There is an under-stairs cupboard for storage. From the living room, there is a through-passage to the kitchen, which in turn connects to a utility room. The kitchen is finished with a sleek design and features a ceramic countertop. Built-in appliances include a refrigerator-freezer combination, a combination oven, a coffee machine, a dishwasher, an induction hob, and an extractor hood. The adjacent utility room has a small kitchen unit and offers the possibility for washing machine and dryer connections. A door from the utility room provides direct access to the garden and the outbuilding.
The first floor contains two bedrooms. The front bedroom has built-in wardrobes, providing practical storage space. The rear bedroom also features built-in wardrobes and has a door leading to a flat roof area. The bathroom on this floor is equipped with a walk-in shower, a vanity unit, a toilet, and underfloor heating for added comfort.
The attic floor houses a third bedroom, which features a large dormer window that brings in ample daylight. In an alcove on this floor, the central heating boiler is installed, and there are additional connections for a washing machine and dryer.
The property sits on a plot of 231 square meters of private land. At the front, there is a front garden, and at the rear, there is a backyard measuring 86 square meters with a depth of 15.39 meters and a width of 5.56 meters. The garden faces northwest, which means it catches the afternoon and evening sun. The listing describes the garden as offering plenty of privacy. There is also a side garden.
In the backyard, a multifunctional outbuilding was placed approximately two years ago, around 2023. This outbuilding has a floor area of 26 square meters and includes a canopy. It is built on piles and has a concrete floor. The building features French doors and is prepared for electricity, water, and sewage connections, offering flexibility for various uses such as a home office, hobby space, or guest accommodation.
The renovation work carried out since 2015 included several significant improvements. An insulated concrete floor with underfloor heating was installed on the ground floor. A wooden floor was laid in a herringbone pattern. The walls received smooth plasterwork, and internal partition walls were added. The windows were fitted with HR++ glass for better energy efficiency. Roof insulation was applied. The kitchen, utility room, toilet, and bathroom were all renewed. Interior doors were replaced. An air conditioning unit was installed, and a dormer window was added to the attic floor.
The property has an energy label C. The central heating is provided by a Nefit Topline gas-fired combination boiler from 2017, which is owned by the property. Hot water is also supplied by this boiler. The property is described as having double glazing and being fully insulated.
The location of this home is described as central and quiet, with a child-friendly character. The rear of the property borders a large playing field on Essenlaan that can be reached without crossing any roads. In the immediate vicinity, there are sports fields, a park, shops, schools, and childcare facilities. Public transport options include the Halfweg-Zwanenburg NS train station, bus line 161 running between Zwanenburg, Halfweg, and Hoofddorp, and bus line 80 connecting Zwanenburg with Zandvoort, Haarlem, Halfweg, and Amsterdam city center. Recreational areas such as Zwanenburg and Spaarnwoude are within reach. Arterial roads provide access to Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam, and Haarlem. Parking is free on the street, and there is also parking available on the property's own grounds.
The property has fiber optic and TV cables installed. The cadastral designation is Haarlemmermeer A 7650, and the ownership situation is full ownership. The roof is a mansard roof covered with tiles.
The listing mentions that there are multiple possibilities for expanding the property, though no specific details about permitted extensions are provided. The total volume of the house is 303 cubic meters. External storage space of 26 square meters is available in the freestanding wooden outbuilding.
This property presents itself as a renovated family home in a convenient location with good access to urban amenities while maintaining a village atmosphere. The combination of a renovated 1930s character home, a spacious garden with a versatile outbuilding, and proximity to schools and public transport makes it suitable for families looking for a ready-to-move-in home in the Zwanenburg area.

