Charming 1930s Terraced Home with Four Bedrooms and Two Bathrooms in Nieuw Engeland
Key Features
Upsides
- The property offers four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, which is exceptional for a 1930s terraced house and provides excellent flexibility for families.
- The house was extensively renovated between 2018 and 2020, meaning it is move in ready with modern amenities while retaining authentic period character.
- The location in Nieuw Engeland is highly desirable, with Utrecht Central Station just five minutes by bicycle and daily amenities, cafes, parks, and schools all within walking distance.
- The deep rear garden with a covered seating area, multiple terraces, and a large freestanding stone shed with electricity is remarkable by Utrecht standards and offers great outdoor living potential.
- The second floor layout is surprisingly spacious, with a large landing that can serve as a home office or hobby space, in addition to two more bedrooms and a second bathroom.
Downsides
- The garden has a northern orientation, which typically means less direct sunlight compared to south or west facing gardens, even though the listing notes it receives surprising sun in summer.
- Parking in the area requires a permit and involves paid parking, which adds ongoing costs and potential inconvenience for residents with vehicles.
- The energy label is rated C, which is below current standards for new construction and may indicate higher energy costs compared to more efficiently insulated properties.
- The plot size of 105 square meters is relatively small, which limits the potential for garden expansion or outdoor additions.
- The listed garden dimensions of 38 square meters with a depth of 7.34 meters seem to contradict the description of a 'deep' garden by Utrecht standards, which may require clarification during a viewing.
Description
This well maintained 1930s terraced house is located in the popular Nieuw Engeland district of Utrecht. The property offers a generous living space of 119 square meters and features four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and three toilets in total. The house underwent extensive renovation work between 2018 and 2020, successfully combining the authentic character elements typical of the 1930s building style with contemporary living comforts.
The ground floor layout begins with an entrance hall that provides access to a modern toilet and the staircase leading to the upper floors. From the hall, you enter the bright living room situated at the front of the property. Large windows allow plenty of natural daylight to fill this space. The original bay window adds character and creates an inviting atmosphere. At the rear of the ground floor, the modern open plan kitchen is fitted with a cooking island and various built in appliances. The kitchen offers ample workspace and storage options. High glass panels and French doors create a seamless connection between the indoor living space and the garden outside.
The first floor contains two spacious bedrooms. The rear bedroom provides access to a balcony that overlooks the greenery. The main bathroom on this floor is modern and well appointed, featuring a jacuzzi bathtub, a walk in shower, a vanity unit, a toilet, and underfloor heating. These facilities make this bathroom a genuine luxury space within the home.
The second floor reveals surprising additional space. The generous landing area offers room for a home office, play area, or hobby space. Two more bedrooms are located on this level, providing excellent flexibility for a growing family or those needing a guest room and study. A practical utility room houses the connections for a washing machine and dryer. The second bathroom on this floor includes a shower, washbasin, and toilet, adding considerable convenience for daily family life. From the second floor landing, access to the attic provides valuable storage space for suitcases, seasonal items, and other belongings that are not needed on a daily basis.
The rear garden represents a particular highlight of this property. By Utrecht standards, the garden is remarkably deep and has been attractively landscaped with abundant greenery, multiple terraced areas, and excellent privacy. A covered seating area allows you to enjoy outdoor living early in the season. At the far end of the garden stands a large freestanding stone storage shed with electricity. A back gate provides convenient access for bicycles. Despite its northern orientation, the garden receives surprising amounts of sunlight during the summer months, particularly at the rear portion where a sunny spot can be found throughout much of the day.
The Nieuw Engeland neighborhood is one of the most characteristic and vibrant areas of Utrecht. The property is situated on a quiet street with a friendly community atmosphere while all daily amenities remain easily accessible. Café West is located less than 100 meters away, offering coffee, lunch, and drinks. Koffie en Ik is also within walking distance. For grocery shopping, residents can walk to the Kanaalstraat, Vleutenseweg, or the Groeneweg shopping center, all of which offer a wide range of shops, specialty stores, and supermarkets. Majellapark is just around the corner, providing space for walking, sports, and relaxation. Several primary schools, childcare facilities, and sports amenities are available in the immediate vicinity. Utrecht Central Station can be reached by bicycle in approximately five minutes, and the city center is also close by.
The property has an energy label C, valid until 2032. Insulation has been installed in both the roof and the floor. Heating and hot water are provided by a Nefit gas fired combination boiler from 2018, which is owned by the current owners. The property features natural ventilation. Parking in the area requires a permit and is subject to paid parking regulations.
With a plot size of 105 square meters and a total building volume of 418 cubic meters, this five room family home offers substantial living space in a highly desirable location. The external storage measures 15 square meters, and the built on outdoor space including the balcony totals 14 square meters. The property is being offered at 729,000 euros, transfer costs to be paid by the buyer. Delivery dates are negotiable, and various NVM clauses apply as detailed in the sales brochure.
This terraced house from 1936 presents an opportunity to acquire a move in ready family home in one of Utrecht's most sought after neighborhoods. The combination of original period features, modern renovation, two full bathrooms, four bedrooms, and a deep garden makes this property particularly suitable for families seeking comfort and convenience close to the city center.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Multiple showers explicitly mentioned: inloopdouche (walk-in shower) on first floor and douche (shower) on second floor.
Bathtub
Ligbad met jacuzzi (bathtub with jacuzzi) explicitly mentioned in first floor bathroom description, and whirlpool listed in features.
Ensuite Bathroom
No explicit mention of bedroom-direct bathroom access. First floor bedroom mentioned gives access to balcony, not bathroom.
Guest Toilet
Three toilets total mentioned. One modern toilet in ground floor hall separate from the two bathrooms indicates a guest toilet.
Bidet
Bidet is explicitly listed in the bathroom fixtures in the features section.
Shared Shower
This is a private family home (tussenwoning), not a shared housing situation. No indication of shared facilities.
Shared Toilet
This is a private single-family home, not shared housing. All three toilets are private to the property.
Bathroom Heated Floor
Vloerverwarming (underfloor heating) explicitly mentioned for the first floor bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Balkon aan de achterzijde' on the first floor.
Rear Garden
The listing extensively describes a 'diepe groene achtertuin' (deep green rear garden) of 38 m².
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned in the layout or features, only a rear garden.
Side Garden
It is a terraced house ('tussenwoning') and no side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The description states the garden has 'meerdere terrassen' (multiple terraces).
Rooftop Terrace
There is a standard saddle roof ('zadeldak') and no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the text.
Patio
While there are terraces and a canopy, the specific term 'patio' is not used.
Veranda
The listing mentions an 'overkapping' (canopy/pergola/veranda) in the garden.
Guest House
There is a freestanding stone shed ('vrijstaande stenen berging'), but no guest house.
Waterfront
The property is located in the Nieuw Engeland neighborhood, not on the water.
Kitchen Garden
The garden is described as green with terraces, but not as a functional kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present in this urban residential property.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned or expected in this setting.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of an outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
There is a jacuzzi in the bathroom, but no outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
There is no tennis court on this 105 m² plot.
Remarkable Mountain View
Utrecht is in a flat area with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The view is described as looking out over greenery, not the city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The balcony explicitly offers a 'zicht op het groen' (view of the greenery) and the garden is a highlighted feature.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland and there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour in the vicinity of this property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark view is mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing
Central Heating
Explicitly mentions Cv-ketel (central heating boiler) - NEFIT gas combi boiler from 2018
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing description or features
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly mentioned in the first bathroom: vloerverwarming (floor heating)
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned in the listing
Home Office
Mentions space on the landing for a work area (werkruimte), but it's not a dedicated home office room
Skylight
No skylight mentioned in the listing
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned; this is a standard 1930s townhouse
Bay Window
Explicitly mentioned: 'lichte woonkamer met erker' - erker is Dutch for bay window
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool mentioned; this is a standard residential townhouse
Private Indoor Sauna
No indoor sauna mentioned in the listing
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes mentioned in the listing
French Doors
Mentions 'openslaande deuren' (French/folding doors) connecting kitchen to garden
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned; this is a 1930s Dutch home with classic styling, not minimalist or light wood aesthetic
Modern
Modern elements mentioned include modern open kitchen, modern bathrooms, and modern comfort, but the core is a classic 1930s home
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete floors, or loft-style features
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements like terracotta, arched doorways, or warm color schemes mentioned
Classic
Described as a characteristic 1930s home with authentic details preserved, combining period features with modern updates
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The property is a 1936 'jaren '30 woning' described as characteristic and retaining 'authentieke details'.
Early 20th Century
The listing explicitly calls it a 'jaren '30 woning' built in 1936.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1936, which is pre-war.
Modernist
While renovated with modern comforts like an open kitchen, the structure itself is a traditional 1930s home, not modernist architecture.
Newly Build
It is explicitly categorized as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1936.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Listing explicitly states 'Moderne open keuken met kookeiland' (modern open kitchen with kitchen island).
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly states 'Moderne open keuken'.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family terraced house (tussenwoning), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
Described as 'modern open kitchen' and renovated recently, but not specifically marketed as a high-end design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen was installed during a major renovation between 2018 and 2020, making it relatively new but not brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'Betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (paid parking, public parking, and parking permits).
Storage Room
The listing mentions 'veel praktische bergruimte' (lots of practical storage space), a 'vliering' (loft storage), and a wasruimte (laundry room) on the second floor.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The only external structure mentioned is a shed/berging.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so there cannot be an automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, so there cannot be a double garage.
Attic
The listing mentions 'zolder met een vliering' (attic with a loft) and describes the vliering as a practical extra storage space accessible from the second floor.
Cellar
No cellar (kelder) is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned. The shed is described as storage (berging), not for parking vehicles.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned. The freestanding structure is described as a shed/berging for storage only.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions 'Grote vrijstaande berging' (large freestanding shed) and lists 'Vrijstaande stenen berging' in the features with 15 m² external storage space.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), indicating street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as an available parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No specific monthly rental price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale is mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as a 'tussenwoning' (terraced house) with 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership). No VvE (Owners Association) is mentioned, which would typically be disclosed if it existed.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' meaning full freehold ownership, not leasehold (erfpacht).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Fees
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
No Owners Association exists for this property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 1930s terraced house spread over multiple floors with no mention of an elevator.
Private Entrance
The property is a standalone terraced family home with its own front door leading directly into the hallway.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of an automatic gate; the property has a standard back alley access (achterom).
Gated Community
The property is located on a regular street (Jaffastraat) in a standard residential neighborhood (Nieuw Engeland), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
Built in 1936, this terraced house inherently has stairs at the entrance and between the three floors, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users without major modifications.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there is a 'wasruimte met aansluitingen voor wasmachine' (laundry room with connections for washing machine).
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'praktische wasruimte' (practical laundry room) on the second floor.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation) under provisions.
Energy Efficiency
Floor Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a NEFIT gas combi boiler (Cv-ketel) from 2018 for heating, with no mention of a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property was largely renovated between 2018 and 2020 and features a relatively modern 2018 NEFIT gas combi boiler, contributing to its Energy Label C rating.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.