Modern Waterfront Home with Sunny Garden and Garage in Langerak

Gouderaklaan 22 is situated in the Langerak neighbourhood of Utrecht, an area known for its green character and family friendly atmosphere. This modern residence was built in 1998 and occupies a distinctive position directly alongside the water. The property offers unobstructed views across the water and surrounding greenery, providing a sense of tranquility while remaining well connected to urban amenities.

The Langerak district forms part of the larger Leidsche Rijn development, a residential area on the western side of Utrecht. The neighbourhood is characterised by varied architecture, ample green spaces, and a peaceful residential environment. Within close proximity residents can find multiple schools, playgrounds, and sports facilities. The Parkwijk shopping centre and a health centre are also located nearby. For outdoor recreation, the Máximapark and Leidsche Rijn Centre are easily accessible. The property benefits from excellent transport connections, with the A2 and A12 motorways within easy reach, and Utrecht city centre approximately fifteen minutes away by bicycle.

The exterior of the property features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. The window frames are primarily wooden and were painted in 2020. The entire building is fitted with insulating glazing. The total living area measures 142.90 square metres, with additional indoor space comprising a garage of 14.60 square metres. The property has a building volume of 563 cubic metres. A balcony of 3.10 square metres is accessible from the first floor living room.

The garden is a notable feature of this property. The total plot measures 360 square metres, with the backyard specifically measuring 270 square metres. The backyard has dimensions of 22.50 metres in depth and 12.00 metres in width, and faces northwest. This orientation allows for afternoon and evening sun. The garden has been carefully landscaped with a variety of plants, flowering bulbs, and characteristic trees including an apple tree, a cherry tree, and a fig tree. The garden provides direct access to the water and offers a high degree of privacy. A detached wooden storage shed is also present on the property.

The ground floor layout begins with an entrance hall containing a toilet and staircase leading to the upper levels. At the rear of the ground floor, the dining area is situated alongside the open kitchen. This space benefits from large windows that provide natural light and direct views of the garden and water. The kitchen was installed in 2006 and includes various built in appliances. The floor in the kitchen area features underfloor heating. A former utility room has been incorporated into the kitchen space, creating a more generous and practical living area. Also located on the ground floor is a bedroom, which could serve as a guest room, home office, or ground floor bedroom depending on the needs of the occupants. The ground floor also provides access to the indoor garage, which has capacity for one vehicle and is equipped with electricity, heating, and running water. This garage space offers flexibility for vehicle parking, hobby use, or additional storage.

The first floor of the property is dedicated to the main living room. Due to the elevated position of this floor, the living room benefits from enhanced privacy and improved views across the water and green surroundings. Large window sections ensure the space is bright and well lit throughout the day. The living room provides access to the balcony, which offers an outdoor space to enjoy the sun and peaceful surroundings at first floor level.

The second floor contains the remaining bedrooms and the bathroom. Three bedrooms are located on this level, making the property well suited for families or those requiring additional rooms for guests or home working purposes. The bathroom was completely renovated in 2024 and features a contemporary finish. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and a double vanity unit. A second separate toilet is located on this floor.

In terms of energy efficiency, the property holds an energy label B. The building benefits from comprehensive insulation, including roof insulation, wall insulation, floor insulation, and full insulation throughout. Heating and hot water are provided through the district heating system (stadsverwarming). The kitchen additionally has underfloor heating for comfort. Mechanical ventilation is installed to ensure good air quality throughout the property. Fibre optic internet connectivity is available at the property.

Parking options include the private garage on the property, on site parking, public street parking, and nearby parking garage facilities. The property is classified as a semi detached house (twee onder een kap) within the single family dwelling category.

The purchase will be conducted using the NVM purchase agreement. Additional clauses may be included in the agreement, such as the old age clause (ouderdomsclausule), the non self occupancy clause (niet zelfbewoningsclausule), and the asbestos clause (asbestclausule). The specific wording of these clauses can be requested from the selling agent. The delivery date of the property is to be agreed upon between buyer and seller.

The asking price for this property is 895,000 euros, which is stated as costs payable by the buyer (kosten koper). This translates to approximately 6,259 euros per square metre of living space. The property is currently available on the market and is being marketed through Funda, the primary real estate platform in the Netherlands.

With its combination of waterfront location, spacious garden, practical layout across three floors, recently updated bathroom, and position in the established Langerak neighbourhood, this property presents itself as a family home with distinctive features. The split level design with living areas on the first floor and bedrooms distributed across ground and second floors offers an unusual but functional arrangement that maximises the views and privacy available from this waterside position.