Authentic 1930s End Terraced Home with Five Bedrooms in Popular Tuindorp
Key Features
Upsides
- Authentic 1930s character with well preserved original details including stained glass windows, panel doors, vestibule, and en suite living room arrangement that gives the home its distinctive charm.
- Five full bedrooms spread across three floors provide ample space for families, with the second floor offering two additional rooms thanks to a dormer window that maximizes usable space.
- Prime Tuindorp location on one of the most sought after streets in the neighborhood, with the Willem de Zwijgerplantsoen park, playgrounds, and the modernized De Gaard shopping center all within walking distance.
- Modern amenities including a renovated kitchen and bathroom, updated heating system (Remeha boiler from 2020), and comprehensive insulation (roof, walls, floor, and HR glazing) that bring the 1931 home up to contemporary comfort standards.
- Excellent connectivity with Utrecht Central Station and the historic city center within short cycling distance, plus quick access to the A27, A28, and A2 highways for regional travel.
Downsides
- Relatively small garden at 49 square meters may feel limited for a five bedroom family home, especially compared to properties in suburban or rural settings.
- No private parking as the property only offers public parking, which in a popular urban neighborhood like Tuindorp may require permits and could involve parking at some distance from the home.
- Pull down ladder access to the attic (vliering) rather than a permanent staircase makes this storage space less convenient to access regularly.
- Energy label C despite having insulation improvements indicates the home still has moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher utility costs compared to more recently renovated or newly built properties.
- High price per square meter at approximately 7,051 euros per square meter reflects the premium location but represents a significant investment for the 117 square meters of living space.
Description
This property is located on H. Copijnlaan in the Tuindorp neighborhood of Utrecht. The house was built in 1931 and represents the characteristic architecture of that period. Tuindorp is a well established residential area known for its green spaces and family friendly atmosphere. The street itself is considered one of the most desirable in the neighborhood due to its quiet character and proximity to various amenities.
Upon approaching the property, the front garden leads to the main entrance. The vestibule immediately sets the tone with stained glass windows (glas in lood), original panel doors, and period details that have been preserved throughout the years. The hallway provides access to a modern toilet, a practical storage closet under the stairs, and the staircase to the first floor.
The ground floor features a living room en suite, which is a typical layout for homes from this era. The front room serves as a sitting area with a bay window (erker) that includes stained glass upper lights. This window arrangement provides good natural light and views of the green street scene and the Willem de Zwijgerplantsoen across the way. The original sliding doors with stained glass connect the front and back rooms. A herringbone pattern wooden floor extends throughout the entire ground floor, contributing to the warm atmosphere of the interior.
The rear section of the ground floor opens up to a spacious dining room with ample space for a large dining table. The modern semi open kitchen functions as a natural extension of this living space. The kitchen has a clean design and includes various built in appliances. Large windows and French doors create a strong connection between the interior and the exterior, allowing plenty of light to enter.
The backyard faces southeast and measures 49 square meters with dimensions of 8.95 meters in depth and 5.50 meters in width. Due to its free position and the mature trees in the surroundings, the garden feels green and sheltered. At the rear of the garden there is a detached wooden storage shed with electricity and a canopy structure. This space is suitable for storing bicycles, garden equipment, or creating a covered outdoor seating area.
The first floor continues the spacious layout of the property. At the rear is the main bedroom, which includes a built in closet and French doors leading to a balcony. The view from this room looks out over the greenery of the trees behind, creating a sense of openness despite being in an urban setting. At the front is a second spacious bedroom, also equipped with a built in closet. Additionally, there is a third room on this floor that can serve as a nursery, home office, or dressing room.
The bathroom on the first floor has been modernized and features a walk in shower, a bathtub, and a stylish vanity unit. The landing also has a separate toilet, which is a practical feature for families.
The second floor has been efficiently arranged and provides two more full size bedrooms. Thanks to the dormer window at the rear and good proportions, both rooms feel surprisingly spacious. These rooms are suitable as children's rooms, guest rooms, or work spaces. Also on this floor is a separate laundry room where the washing machine and dryer can be placed out of sight. Behind the knee walls there is considerable storage space.
A pull down ladder provides access to the attic (vliering). This additional space offers ample room for storing seasonal items and other belongings that are not needed on a daily basis.
The location of this property is considered a significant advantage. The H. Copijnlaan is one of the most popular streets in Tuindorp, offering a quiet and green living environment with a friendly atmosphere and plenty of space for children to play outdoors. Around the corner are the Willem de Zwijgerplantsoen park and various playgrounds. For daily groceries, residents can walk to the De Gaard shopping center, which has been renovated in recent years into a modern and complete shopping area with a wide range of shops and specialty stores.
The accessibility is also described as excellent. Utrecht Central Station, the Griftpark, and the historic city center are within short cycling distance. Utrecht Overvecht Station is nearby, and the highways towards the A27, A28, and A2 provide quick access to other parts of the country. Despite this connectivity, Tuindorp maintains the character of a quiet enclave where the bustle of the city can easily be left behind.
The property has an energy label C. Insulation measures that have been implemented include roof insulation, HR glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. The heating system consists of a Remeha Calenta 40C Ace CW5 combi boiler from 2020, which is gas fired and owned by the current owner. The property features both mechanical ventilation and natural ventilation.
The total living area is 117 square meters, with 8 square meters of built on outdoor space (the balcony) and 4 square meters of external storage (the shed). The plot size is 129 square meters and the volume of the building is 442 cubic meters. The property is registered in the land registry as UTRECHT D 2708 with full ownership.
Parking in the area is through public parking, and interested parties are advised to check the website of the Municipality of Utrecht for information about parking policies and permits in this area. The sale will be conducted using an NVM purchase agreement, which may include additional clauses such as an age clause, financing reservation, and notary costs. The seller reserves the right of disposition at all times. If the buyer does not intend to occupy the property themselves, they are referred to the regulations of the Municipality of Utrecht. The delivery date is to be agreed upon.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ruime inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the modern bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as being on the landing ('overloop'), not directly accessed from the master bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a modern toilet on the ground floor and a separate toilet on the first-floor landing, which serve as guest toilets.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family home ('Eengezinswoning'), meaning the shower is private and not shared with other households.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family home, so the toilets are not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The features section explicitly lists 'Dubbele wastafel' (double washbasin), which typically refers to two sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Features explicitly list 'Balkon aanwezig' and the description mentions a balcony accessible from the master bedroom.
Rear Garden
Features explicitly list 'Achtertuin 49 m²' and the description details the sunny southeast-facing back garden.
Front Garden
Features explicitly list 'voortuin' and the description mentions reaching the entrance via a well-maintained front garden.
Side Garden
No mention of a side garden in the description or features; it is an end-of-terrace house but only front and back gardens are listed.
Terrace
There is no mention of a terrace; the garden has a shed with an overhang instead.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned or implied.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is explicitly mentioned in the listing.
Patio
No patio is explicitly mentioned; the outdoor space consists of a garden with a shed/overhang.
Veranda
There is an 'overkapping' (canopy/overhang) attached to the shed, but no traditional veranda is described.
Guest House
There is no guest house on the property.
Waterfront
The property is located in the Tuindorp neighborhood of Utrecht, with no water features mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned; the back garden is described as a place to enjoy the sun and relax.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present or mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are present or 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
Utrecht is a flat city without mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a residential neighborhood with views of greenery and a park, not a remarkable city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The master bedroom overlooks the greenery of the trees behind the property, and the living room overlooks a green street scene and a park, offering pleasant garden-like views.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland, so there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is nearby or visible.
Remarkable Landmark View
While a local park (Willem de Zwijgerplantsoen) is mentioned, it is not a notable landmark offering a remarkable view.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions mechanical and natural ventilation but does not mention any air conditioning system.
Central Heating
Explicitly states 'Cv-ketel Remeha Calenta 40C Ace CW5 (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, eigendom)' - a gas-fired combi boiler for central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the detailed description of the property.
Hardwood Floors
The description explicitly mentions 'fraaie visgraatvloer' (beautiful herringbone floor) throughout the ground floor. Herringbone pattern is typically associated with hardwood/parquet flooring.
Laminate Flooring
The herringbone floor is described as a quality feature ('fraaie visgraatvloer'), which typically indicates real wood/parquet rather than laminate.
Carpeted Floors
No carpet is mentioned. The ground floor has herringbone flooring, and upper floors' flooring is not specified but carpet is not mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned. The heating system described is a central heating boiler (Cv-ketel), typically connected to radiators.
Walk In Closet
The bedrooms have 'vaste kasten' (built-in closets), but no walk-in closet is mentioned.
Home Office
A third room is mentioned that 'uitstekend dienst kan doen als babykamer, werkplek of kleedkamer' (can serve as baby room, workspace or dressing room). Second floor rooms also mentioned as potential 'werkkamer'. These are flexible spaces, not dedicated home offices.
Skylight
The listing mentions 'dakkapel' (dormer windows) on the second floor, but no skylights are specifically mentioned.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the description.
Bay Window
Explicitly mentioned: 'de grote erker met glas-in-lood bovenlichten' (the large bay window with stained glass upper lights). 'Erker' is Dutch for bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned. This is a standard residential property.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
Multiple bedrooms have 'vaste kasten' (fixed/built-in closets): the master bedroom 'met vaste kast' and the second bedroom 'eveneens voorzien van een vaste kast'.
French Doors
Multiple 'openslaande deuren' (French doors/folding doors) mentioned: from the kitchen to the garden, and from the master bedroom to the balcony.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 1930s Dutch 'Tuindorpwoning' with characteristic stained glass windows, panel doors, and en-suite living room - classic Dutch architecture, not Scandinavian minimalism.
Modern
While the kitchen and bathroom are described as modern, the overall emphasis is on preserving the 1930s character. The modern elements are additions to a classic home, not the defining style.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned - no exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete, or loft-style features. The home is a traditional 1930s residential property.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features described - no terracotta, arched windows, stucco walls, or warm southern European styling. This is a Dutch 1930s home.
Classic
Strong classic elements throughout: 1930s architecture, stained glass windows (glas-in-lood), original panel doors, vestibule, en-suite living room with original sliding doors, herringbone floor - all hallmark classic features.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The listing heavily emphasizes the characteristic 1930s architecture, authentic details like stained glass and panel doors, and the historic charm of a Tuindorpwoning.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1931, the listing explicitly markets it as a characteristic 'jaren '30' (1930s) home.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1931, which is before WWII, so it does not represent post-war functional architecture.
Modernist
While it has a modern open kitchen and updated bathroom, the architectural style is traditional 1930s, not modernist.
Newly Build
The property is listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) and was built in 1931.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description mentions a 'half open kitchen' that is a natural extension of the living space, but there is no mention of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes it as a 'half open keuken' (half-open kitchen), meaning it is not fully open-plan.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the description or features list.
Build In Coffee Maker
A built-in coffee maker is typically highlighted as a luxury feature and is not mentioned here.
Boiling Water Tap
A boiling water tap (like a Quooker) is a specific feature that is not mentioned in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
There is no mention of a downdraft extractor in the kitchen description.
Shared Kitchen
The property is listed as a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'strak uitgevoerd' (sleekly finished) and modern, but there are no specific high-end designer brand mentions.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern' and 'half open', but given the 1931 build year of the house and lack of explicit mention that the kitchen is recently installed, it is likely not brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) and refers to municipality for parking permits.
Storage Room
Listing mentions a practical closet under stairs (trapkast), storage behind knee walls (knieschotten), and a separate laundry room (wasruimte).
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only a wooden shed is mentioned.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, therefore no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, therefore no double garage.
Attic
Listing mentions 'Via een vlizotrap is de royale vliering bereikbaar' (spacious attic accessible via loft ladder).
Cellar
No cellar (kelder) is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Bike Storage
Shed is described as 'ideaal voor het stallen van fietsen' (ideal for storing bicycles).
Covered Parking
No covered parking for cars is mentioned. Only a shed with overhang for storage.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned. The shed is described for bikes and garden storage.
Shed
Listing clearly mentions 'vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden shed) with electricity and overhang.
Street Parking Free
Listing refers to municipality website for 'parkeerbeleid / vergunningen' (parking policy/permits), suggesting permits are required rather than free parking.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly mentions 'parkeerbeleid / vergunningen' and refers to municipality website, indicating permit system.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No rental price for parking spots is mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No sale price for parking spots is mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as an 'eindwoning' (end terrace house) with 'volle eigendom' (full ownership). No VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren) is mentioned anywhere in the listing, which is typical for a single-family end terrace home.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' meaning full freehold ownership, not leasehold (erfpacht).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Oa Annual Meeting
Oa Fees
Oa Reserve Fund
Oa Maintenance Plan
Oa Buildings Insurance
Other Rules
The listing mentions standard Dutch real estate transaction conditions (NVM contract, older property clause, financing reservation) and references to municipal parking policy and non-owner occupation rules, but no unusual property-specific restrictions or covenants.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 3-story single-family home built in 1931 with an attic accessible via a pull-down ladder (vlizotrap).
Private Entrance
The property is a detached/end single-family home (eengezinswoning, eindwoning) with its own front door accessed via a front garden.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate, automatic or otherwise, and the property is located in a standard residential street.
Gated Community
The listing describes the location as a residential neighborhood (wijk) with a quiet street scene and public parking, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The home has multiple levels accessed only by stairs, and the attic is reached via a pull-down ladder, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
A dedicated laundry room ('aparte wasruimte') designed for washing machine and dryer implies connections are present.
Laundry Room
Explicitly mentioned as 'aparte wasruimte' on the second floor where washer and dryer can be placed out of sight.
Ventilation System
Explicitly listed in features as 'Mechanische ventilatie en natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation and natural ventilation).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing description or features.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'HR-glas' (High Efficiency glass), which refers to double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR-glas' but does not mention triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) in the isolation features.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) in the isolation features.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly includes 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) in the isolation features.
Heat Pump
The heating system is described as a gas-fired combi boiler (Remeha Calenta 40C), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property is listed with mechanical ventilation alongside natural ventilation.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.