








Spacious terraced house with water-side garden in Rotterdam Zevenkamp
Key Features
Description
This spacious family home is located on Jean Sibeliusstraat in the Zevenkamp district of Rotterdam. The property is a terraced house built in 1985 and offers a comfortable living space of 95 square meters on a plot of 120 square meters. The house features four bedrooms spread across three floors, making it suitable for families looking for ample living space.
The location of this property is particularly noteworthy. Situated on the edge of beautiful nature and recreation areas, residents can enjoy proximity to various green spaces. The Wollefoppenpark, Hoge en Lage Bergse Bos, Zevenhuizerplas, and De Rottemeren are all within easy reach. These areas offer opportunities for walking, cycling, and water-based recreation. Additionally, the children's farm Blijde Wei is located nearby, which can be appealing for families with young children.
For daily necessities, the Hesseplaats shopping center is just a short distance away. This shopping center provides a range of retail options for groceries and other everyday items. The property is also well connected in terms of public transportation. A metro station is available with a direct connection to the beach at Hoek van Holland, and there is a bus stop in the vicinity. NS Station Alexander is also nearby, offering train connections to other cities. For those who travel by car, various arterial roads are easily accessible from this location.
The ground floor of the house features a tiled front garden that leads to the entrance hall. The hall contains the meter cupboard, a toilet, the staircase to the upper floors, and a door to the living room. The living room is a generous space with a laminate floor. At the rear of the living room, there are French doors that open directly to the backyard. This creates a pleasant flow between the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
The kitchen is situated at the front of the house and has an open layout connected to the living room. The kitchen design features white drawer fronts combined with a wooden worktop. It comes equipped with various built-in appliances, including a hob, extractor hood, dishwasher, combi oven and microwave, refrigerator, and freezer. This means the kitchen is fully functional and ready for use by new owners.
The backyard is a notable feature of this property. Measuring approximately 50 square meters, it is ten meters deep and five meters wide. The garden is west-facing, which means it receives afternoon and evening sunlight, making it an pleasant spot to relax after a day of work. The garden is tiled and directly borders the water, offering a view and adding to the atmosphere of the outdoor space. Outdoor sun blinds are installed, providing shade when needed.
The first floor of the house can be reached via the staircase in the entrance hall. The landing provides access to three bedrooms and the bathroom. All three bedrooms on this floor are equipped with skylights, allowing natural light to enter the rooms. The sizes of these bedrooms are not specified in the listing, but they are described as being on the first floor with skylight windows.
The bathroom on the first floor is fully tiled and includes a walk-in shower, a toilet, and a washbasin. The presence of a separate toilet on the ground floor means there are two toilet facilities in the house, which is practical for a family household.
The second floor is accessible via a fixed staircase. Here you will find a landing that houses the central heating boiler setup and provides connections for a washing machine and dryer. This arrangement keeps the laundry facilities separate from the living areas. From this landing, there is access to the fourth bedroom, which is described as spacious. This room has light-colored walls and offers substantial storage space both on the loft area and behind the knee wall, making efficient use of the available space under the roof.
In terms of energy efficiency, the property has an Energy Label A, which indicates relatively good insulation and energy performance for a house of this age. Heating and hot water are provided through the district heating system (stadsverwarming), which is a common and efficient heating solution in Rotterdam. Mechanical ventilation is installed in the house, contributing to good air quality throughout the living spaces.
At the front of the property, there is an attached stone storage shed (berging). This provides additional storage space for items such as bicycles, garden equipment, or other belongings that are not needed in the house on a daily basis.
It is important to note that the property is located on leasehold ground (erfpachtgrond). The ground rent (canon) has been paid in advance until March 31, 2034. The end date of the leasehold right is March 31, 2083. Prospective buyers should take this into account and inform themselves about the conditions and costs associated with the leasehold after the prepaid period ends.
Parking at this property is on public roads. The listing does not mention the availability of a parking permit or any specific parking situation, which is standard information that interested parties may wish to inquire about during a viewing.
The asking price for this property is 395,000 euros, which is buyer's costs (kosten koper). This means that additional costs such as transfer tax, notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage, and any mortgage advisory costs are to be paid by the buyer on top of the purchase price. The price per square meter of living space is approximately 4,158 euros.
The property is currently available, and the seller indicates that the transfer date can be discussed (in overleg). An open house is scheduled for Friday, May 15, between 15:00 and 17:00, for which advance registration is requested.
In summary, this terraced house in Rotterdam Zevenkamp offers four bedrooms, a west-facing garden directly on the water, and a location close to both nature and urban amenities. The Energy Label A and district heating contribute to relatively low energy costs. The leasehold situation with prepaid ground rent until 2034 is a factor to consider. The property appears well suited for families or individuals looking for a home with outdoor space and good connections to the rest of Rotterdam and surrounding areas.

