Charming Terraced House with Sunny Garden in Houten Near Station and Amenities
Key Features
Description
This charming terraced house is situated at Kiezelsteen 2 in Houten, a desirable residential area in the province of Utrecht. The property offers a living area of 88 square meters and sits on a generous plot of 150 square meters, providing both indoor comfort and outdoor space. The house was constructed in 2001 and features an energy label A, reflecting its modern insulation standards and efficient heating system.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into an entrance hall that provides access to the meter cupboard and a guest toilet with a small hand basin. The ground floor is designed with practicality and comfort in mind, featuring plastered walls and a laminate floor throughout.
The heart of this home is the spacious and bright living room. The living area is characterized by beautiful large windows that extend down to the floor, flooding the space with natural light and creating a pleasant atmosphere. A door from the living room provides direct access to the rear garden, seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The open kitchen is positioned at the front of the house and is equipped with two kitchen units that include all necessary built-in appliances. This open layout makes the kitchen an integral part of the living area while maintaining a clear separation of functions.
The first floor accommodates two generously sized bedrooms, each featuring a dormer window that adds extra space and natural light to the rooms. The bathroom on this floor is equipped with a bath and shower combination as well as a fixed washbasin with a vanity cabinet, providing all essential facilities for daily routines. The presence of dormer windows in both bedrooms is a significant advantage, as they not only increase the usable floor space but also enhance the feeling of openness and airiness in each room.
A folding attic ladder provides access to the second floor, where you will find a storage attic. This space has potential to be converted into an additional bedroom or functional room, offering flexibility for growing households or those in need of extra workspace.
The outdoor area of this property is equally appealing. The front garden adds to the curb appeal of the home, while the rear garden is described as deep and sunny, making it an ideal spot for relaxation, outdoor dining, or gardening activities during the warmer months. A free-standing wooden storage shed provides practical storage for bicycles, garden tools, or other belongings. The back garden is accessible via a back entrance, which adds convenience for daily life.
The technical specifications of the property are modern and efficient. The house is fully insulated, contributing to its excellent energy label A rating. Heating and hot water are provided by district heating, which is a sustainable and low-maintenance solution. The property also features mechanical ventilation, ensuring a healthy indoor climate at all times. The roof is a gable roof covered with tiles, which is a common and reliable construction style in the Netherlands.
Location is one of the standout features of this property. The house is positioned on a quiet street and borders a green area, offering unobstructed views and a sense of openness. Despite this peaceful setting, all daily amenities are within walking distance. The property is located near the Castellum shopping center, which provides a wide range of shops, supermarkets, and services. The NS railway station of Houten is also within easy reach, making this location particularly attractive for commuters who rely on public transportation. Schools are also conveniently located nearby, making this an ideal choice for families.
Houten itself is a popular and well-planned residential town situated just south of Utrecht. The town is known for its extensive cycling paths, green spaces, and modern infrastructure. It offers a high quality of life with excellent facilities for residents of all ages. The proximity to Utrecht makes it a practical choice for those who work in the city but prefer a quieter residential environment.
The property is offered at an asking price of 535,000 euros, costs for the buyer. This translates to approximately 6,080 euros per square meter of living space. The property is freehold, meaning the buyer will own both the house and the land outright. Acceptance of the property is by mutual agreement, and the sale will be completed using the standard NVM purchase agreement, which includes relevant clauses regarding the property's condition, energy label, and measurement instructions.
In summary, this property presents a well-maintained terraced house in a prime location in Houten. With its modern construction year of 2001, excellent energy label, sunny garden, and proximity to public transport and amenities, it offers a comfortable and practical living environment for individuals or families seeking a home in a vibrant and accessible area.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly states 'bad/douche' in the bathroom description, indicating a shower is present.
Bathtub
Listing explicitly states 'bad/douche' in the bathroom description, indicating a bathtub is present.
En-Suite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the first floor between the two bedrooms but is not described as being attached to any specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
Listing states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' and in the layout describes 'hal, meterkast, toilet met fonteintje' at the entrance.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom description.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the single bathroom, with no indication of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a private residence with one bathroom intended for private use, not a shared facility.
Shared Toilet
Only one toilet is mentioned for this private residence, located in the entrance hall.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing only mentions 'een vaste wastafel met meubel' (one fixed sink with cabinet), not multiple sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No mention of a balcony in the listing. The listing describes rooms with windows and access to the garden, but no balcony feature is mentioned.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions 'zonnige achtertuin' (sunny back garden) and 'diepe zonnige tuin' (deep sunny garden) multiple times.
Front Garden
The listing explicitly states 'Deze tussenwoning heeft een voortuin' (This terraced house has a front garden).
Side Garden
Only front and back gardens are specifically mentioned. No side garden is described.
Terrace
No explicit terrace is mentioned. The listing mentions a door to the garden but not a defined terrace area within the garden.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace mentioned. The house has a pitched roof (zadeldak) with dormer windows, but no rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Patio
No specific patio area is mentioned. The garden access is mentioned but not a defined patio surface.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the description of the property.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned. Only a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden storage shed) is described.
Waterfront
The property is described as bordering green spaces (groenvoorziening) with open views, but not at a waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned. The garden is described as sunny but no vegetable garden or kitchen garden is specified.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned or would be expected for a 150m² urban plot.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned. This is a standard urban terraced house.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned. Given the 150m² plot size and urban setting, a pool is not present.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned. The 150m² plot is too small for a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
No mountains are mentioned. Houten is in the Dutch lowlands with no notable mountain views.
Remarkable City View
The property is located near a shopping center (Castellum) and train station, but no specific city skyline view is mentioned.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing mentions 'vrije ligging aan groenvoorziening met vrij uitzicht' (free placement bordering green facilities with open views), suggesting pleasant garden/green views.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view is mentioned. Houten is inland in the Netherlands.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned. The property is not near a harbor area.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
Explicitly listed under 'Verwarming: Stadsverwarming' (district heating), which is a form of central heating.
Fireplace
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing. Fireplaces are uncommon in modern Dutch residential properties.
Hardwood Floors
Listing specifically mentions 'laminaatvloer' (laminate floor) rather than hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Only laminate flooring mentioned. No tiles mentioned in the listing.
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly stated: 'Deze verdieping is afgewerkt met gestuukte muren en een laminaatvloer'.
Carpeted Floors
Laminate flooring is mentioned for the floor finish, not carpet.
Walk-In Closet
Not mentioned. Standard 2-bedroom Dutch homes rarely include walk-in closets.
Exposed Beams
Modern home built in 2001 with plastered walls, no exposed beams mentioned.
Bay Window
Not mentioned in the listing. The description mentions 'mooie raampartijen' (beautiful window sections) but not bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
Not mentioned. This is a small 88m² residential home - highly unlikely to have a pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
Not mentioned. Standard suburban residential property. Highly uncommon feature.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements mentioned. The listing focuses on standard Dutch residential features with 'sfeervol' (cozy/atmosphere) descriptions.
Modern
Built in 2001 with energy label A, district heating, mechanical ventilation, and full insulation. These are modern features typical of recent Dutch residential construction.
Industrial
No industrial design elements are mentioned in this listing.
Mediterranean
Standard Dutch suburban residential property. No Mediterranean characteristics mentioned or applicable.
Classic
Built in 2001, standard modern construction without classic architectural elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 2001, this is a modern construction. The style is functional residential architecture typical of Dutch new build from that period.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2001, this is clearly not an early 20th century building.
Post-War Functional
Built in 2001, this is post-war but in the modern era. It follows functional design principles typical of mass-produced residential architecture.
Modernist
Built in 2001 with energy label A and full insulation, this property reflects modern building standards and contemporary residential design.
Newly Built
Built in 2001, making it approximately 25 years old from current date (2026). Not 'newly built' but relatively modern compared to older housing stock. The listing is marked as 'Nieuw' (new) on the platform, possibly referring to being newly listed rather than newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Geen keukeneiland vermeld in de beschrijving. Indeling toont woonkamer en keuken aan voorzijde, maar geen eiland configuratie.
Open Plan Kitchen
De omschrijving vermeldt expliciet 'aan de voorzijde is de open keuken gerealiseerd.'
Pantry
Geen aparte bijkeuken vermeld in de indeling. Wel is er een zolderberging via vlizotrap en een vrijstaande houten berging in de tuin.
Boiling Water Tap
Geen Quooker of andere kokendwaterkraan vermeld in de keukenomschrijving.
Shared Kitchen
Dit is een eengezinswoning bestemd voor particulier bezit. Geen aanwijzing voor gedeelde keuken.
Designer Kitchen
Keuken omschreven als 'sfeervol' en functioneel, maar geen designkeuken specifiek genoemd. Woningsbouwjaar 2001, wat suggereert standaard bouwkwaliteit.
New Kitchen
Bouwjaar 2001. Geen vermelding van renovatie of upgrade. Keuken lijkt origineel uit bouwperiode te stammen. Geen indicatie dat het een nieuwe keuken betreft.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Only 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) is mentioned. No private parking facilities like garage or driveway are indicated.
Storage Room
Listing mentions 'zolderberging' (attic storage) accessible via vlizotrap and 'vrijstaande houten berging' (free-standing wooden storage shed), plus 9 m² of other indoor space and 8 m² external storage.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The only storage mentioned is a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (free-standing wooden storage shed).
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so automatic garage door is not applicable.
Double Garage
No garage exists at all.
Attic
Listing explicitly mentions '2e verdieping is bereikbaar middels een vlizotrap en hier bevindt zich de zolderberging' (second floor accessible via folding ladder with storage space).
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned. Only 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) is indicated.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
EV Charging Station
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop space is mentioned.
Shed
Listing explicitly mentions 'vrijstaande houten berging' (free-standing wooden storage shed).
Free Street Parking
Listing mentions 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) in the parking section, which typically means free street parking in Dutch listings.
Parking Spot Rent (per month)
No parking spot for rent is mentioned in the listing.
Parking Spot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale is mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
This is a betweenwoning (terraced house) with full ownership indicated. No VvE (owners association) fees or rules are mentioned. In the Netherlands, terraced houses often have individual ownership without mandatory VvE.
Leasehold
Listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (full ownership), confirming this is not a leasehold property.
Owners Association Fees
No HOA/VvE fees mentioned in the listing. Betweenwoning with full ownership typically has no mandatory association fees.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Betweenwoning with only 2 floors plus attic, no mention of elevator in listing.
Intercom
No mention of intercom system in the listing.
Alarm System
No mention of any alarm system.
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras.
Automatic Gate
No mention of automatic gate; openbaar parkeren indicated.
Video Door Phone
No mention of video door phone system.
Gated Community
Listed as being in woonwijk with openbaar parkeren, no mention of gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
2-floor betweenwoning with stairs to first floor and vlizotrap to attic, no mention of wheelchair accessibility modifications.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is mentioned; only a zolderberging (attic storage) is noted.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned in the listing.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states 'Voorzieningen: Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
House built in 2001 with energy label A and described as 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated). Modern construction from this era in the Netherlands typically includes double glazing as standard.
Triple Glazing
Houses built in 2001 in the Netherlands rarely feature triple glazing as standard. This is more common in newer or premium construction.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which typically includes wall insulation. Combined with the A energy label, wall insulation is highly likely.
Floor Insulation
'Volledig geïsoleerd' and the A energy label strongly suggest floor insulation is included. Standard Dutch construction practices since the 1990s include floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
'Volledig geïsoleerd' combined with the presence of a pitched roof (zadeldak) and A energy label strongly indicates roof insulation. Both bedrooms have dormer windows (dakkapellen) suggesting insulated roof construction.
Heat Pump
The listing clearly states 'Verwarming: Stadsverwarming' (district heating) and 'Warm water: Stadsverwarming'. District heating systems are separate from heat pumps.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features district heating (stadsverwarming), which is often sourced from sustainable sources like geothermal or industrial residual heat. Mechanical ventilation is mentioned as a feature. The A energy label combined with 'volledig geïsoleerd' indicates high energy efficiency standards for the construction period.