Spacious Family Home with Four Bedrooms and Energy Label A in Westerwatering
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with ten owned solar panels and full insulation (roof, walls, floor, HR glass), resulting in low energy costs and a sustainable home.
- The property is built on owned land (volle eigendom) with no leasehold, eliminating periodic ground rent payments.
- Four bedrooms spread over three floors provide flexible living space suitable for families, home workers, or those needing guest rooms.
- The recently installed Intergas CV boiler from 2024 is included in the purchase, saving the buyer from an imminent replacement expense.
- The south-facing backyard receives optimal sunlight throughout the day, enhancing outdoor living enjoyment.
Downsides
- As a terraced house (tussenwoning), the property has shared walls with neighbors, which means less privacy and potential noise transmission compared to detached homes.
- The backyard measures only 51 square meters, which is relatively modest for a family home with four bedrooms.
- There is no private parking or driveway
- parking is limited to public street parking, which may require searching for a spot during busy periods.
- The kitchen is located at the front of the house rather than the rear, which is less typical for Dutch homes and may not align with all buyers' preferences.
- The second floor has sloping walls (knieschotten), which limits the usable floor space in the fourth bedroom compared to the bedrooms on the first floor.
Description
This spacious family home is located in the popular Westerwatering neighborhood in Zaandam. The property is built on its own land, meaning there is no leasehold to worry about. The house was constructed in 1987, which guarantees a solid concrete foundation without any concerns about foundation issues that can affect older properties in this region.
The property has a total living area of 105 square meters spread over three floors. Upon entering through the front door, you arrive in the hallway which provides access to the toilet, the meter cupboard, and the staircase leading to the upper floors. The living room forms the heart of the ground floor and offers ample space for both a comfortable seating area and a large dining table. The dimensions of this living space create a pleasant and open feeling. The kitchen is situated at the front of the house and is connected to the living room in an open layout, making it a practical space for daily use.
The first floor contains three bedrooms. The master bedroom is located at the rear of the property and features built-in wardrobes, providing convenient storage space for clothing and personal items. A second bedroom, also at the rear, can serve multiple purposes such as a children's room, home office, or hobby room. At the front of the first floor, you will find the third bedroom alongside a complete bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub, a toilet, and a washbasin, offering all necessary facilities for a family.
The second floor adds even more functionality to this home. Here you will find a fourth bedroom, which is particularly valuable for larger families or those needing an extra room for guests or storage. This floor also houses the central heating boiler installation, the mechanical ventilation system, and connections for a washing machine and dryer. The knee walls provide additional storage space, and a loft ladder gives access to a spacious attic where items that are not needed on a daily basis can be stored.
One of the notable aspects of this property is the amount of practical storage space it offers. In addition to the four bedrooms, the house has multiple storage areas and a generous attic, ensuring there is always sufficient room for organizing belongings. The construction year of 1987 places the home in a modern building period, characterized by solid construction methods and a concrete foundation.
The backyard faces south and has been neatly maintained. Thanks to this favorable orientation, the garden benefits from many hours of sunlight throughout the day. The outdoor space offers room for a comfortable seating area, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in the sun. The garden measures 51 square meters, with a depth of 9.45 meters and a width of 5.35 meters. Access to the backyard is possible via a side path, which is a practical feature. A detached stone storage shed is also present in the garden.
The property has achieved an energy label A rating, which reflects its good energy efficiency. This is achieved through comprehensive insulation including roof insulation, wall insulation, floor insulation, and double glazing with HR glass. Additionally, the roof is equipped with ten solar panels that are owned by the current owner, contributing to lower energy costs. The heating system consists of an Intergas gas-fired combination boiler that was installed in 2024 and is also owned, meaning buyers will not need to budget for a replacement in the near future.
The Westerwatering neighborhood offers a pleasant living environment where daily amenities are within easy reach. Shops, schools, sports facilities, and public transportation are all readily accessible, creating a convenient combination of tranquility and practicality. For families with children, this is an attractive location where children can play and grow up safely while parents benefit from good connections to surrounding areas and major roads. Free public parking is available directly in front of the property.
The total plot size is 121 square meters, and the property has a volume of 370 cubic meters. The house is classified as a terraced house (tussenwoning) with a gable roof covered with tiles. Fiber optic internet is available at the property, which is an important feature for those who work from home or require fast internet connections.
With four bedrooms, ample storage space, a south-facing garden, energy label A, and a location in a family-friendly neighborhood with all amenities nearby, this property offers a solid foundation for comfortable family living for years to come. The asking price is 450,000 euros, which translates to approximately 4,286 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available for viewing, and transfer can be negotiated.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listed under bathroom features as 'douche'
Bathtub
Description and features explicitly mention 'ligbad' (bathtub)
Ensuite Bathroom
Master bedroom is at the back, bathroom at the front - indicates separate rooms, not ensuite
Guest Toilet
Description mentions 'toilet' in the hal (hallway) on ground floor, separate from bathroom
Shared Shower
Bathroom is on the landing serving multiple bedrooms, not attached to any specific bedroom
Shared Toilet
Bathroom includes a toilet and serves multiple bedrooms, not ensuite
His And Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafel' (single sink) mentioned in bathroom features
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'verzorgde achtertuin op het zuiden' measuring 51 m².
Front Garden
The listing specifies a 'voortuin' in the buitenruimte section.
Side Garden
The property is a terraced house (tussenwoning) and no side garden is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
The property has a standard saddle roof (zadeldak) with no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Guest House
There is no guest house, only a detached stone storage shed (vrijstaande stenen berging).
Waterfront
Despite the neighborhood name 'Westerwatering', there is no indication that this specific house is waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
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
The property is located in Zaandam, the Netherlands, which is entirely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The house is a standard terraced home in a quiet residential neighborhood, offering no notable city views.
Remarkable Garden View
While there are windows facing the garden, the view is a standard residential garden and not described as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
Zaandam is an inland municipality with no sea views.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or likely for this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No views of landmarks are mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing. Standard Dutch family home without climate control beyond heating.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentioned: Intergas CV-ketel from 2024, gas-fired combi boiler, listed under heating as CV-ketel.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing. Heating is provided solely by the CV-ketel system.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned. Heating is explicitly described as CV-ketel (radiator-based central heating system).
Walk In Closet
Master bedroom has 'inbouwkasten' (built-in wardrobes), not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
Second bedroom mentioned as potentially usable as 'werkkamer' (home office), but it is a bedroom that could be converted, not a dedicated home office space.
Exposed Beams
Not mentioned and unlikely in a 1987 concrete construction home. Description emphasizes solid concrete construction.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned in the listing. Standard row house layout described.
Private Indoor Pool
Not mentioned. Standard 105m² family home in suburban neighborhood; no pool facilities described.
Private Indoor Sauna
Not mentioned. Standard family home without any sauna facilities.
Built-In Wardrobes
Explicitly stated: master bedroom 'is voorzien van inbouwkasten' (provided with built-in wardrobes).
Ornamental Plasterwork
Not mentioned and unlikely in a 1987 constructed home. No decorative elements described.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned in the listing. The home is described as practical and family-oriented without reference to Nordic design characteristics.
Modern
Built in 1987, described as 'moderne bouwperiode' referring to the construction era, not design style. Updated with new CV-ketel 2024 and energy label A, but no modern interior design elements described.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or raw materials. Standard Dutch row house construction.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned. Typical Dutch suburban home with no reference to Mediterranean style elements.
Classic
1987 Dutch row house without specific classic or traditional architectural elements mentioned. Standard construction for the period.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Does this building represents a traditional or historic style?
Early 20th Century
Does this building represents an early 20th century building style? In countries like the Netherlands buildings to which this applies are sometimes called things like a 'jaren-30 woning'
Post War Functional
Does this building represents a post war building style, that had to be functional and mass produces for the rapid increase in population numbers?
Modernist
Does this building represents a modern building style?
Newly Build
Does this building looks like it was newly build?
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Kitchen is described as being at the front of the house in a standard layout, no mention of an island
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly states 'de keuken, die in open verbinding staat met de woonkamer' meaning the kitchen is in open connection with the living room
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), not an apartment or shared property
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described in very basic terms as 'een fijne plek voor dagelijks gebruik' suggesting a simple, functional kitchen rather than a designer kitchen
New Kitchen
House built in 1987 with no mention of kitchen renovation, only mentions updated CV-ketel from 2024
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) in the features and mentions free parking in front of the door in the description.
Storage Room
The listing mentions 6 m² of external storage space and multiple internal storage areas behind knee walls.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present.
Double Garage
There is no garage present.
Attic
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vliering' (attic) that is accessible via a loft ladder.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned in the listing.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or equipment is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The features explicitly list a 'Vrijstaande stenen berging' (detached stone shed).
Street Parking Free
The description explicitly states 'Gratis parkeren voor de deur' (Free parking in front of the door).
Street Parking Permit
Since parking is explicitly described as free, no permit is required.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no parking spot for rent mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no parking spot for sale mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigen grond, geen erfpacht!' (Own ground, no leasehold) and lists the ownership situation as 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Other Rules
The listing does not mention any specific rules or restrictions applicable to the property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 3-story single-family terraced house built in 1987, which does not feature an elevator.
Private Entrance
It is a single-family house with its own front door leading directly into the hallway.
Automatic Gate
The property is a standard terraced house with a backyard accessible via a back path and public parking in front; there is no gate.
Gated Community
The listing describes it as being in a regular residential neighborhood ('woonwijk') with free public parking and no mention of a gated perimeter.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house is spread over three living floors accessed by stairs, and the attic is accessed via a pull-down ladder, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly states there is an 'opstelplaats' for a washing machine, indicating connections are present.
Laundry Room
There is no dedicated laundry room mentioned; the washing machine and dryer are located on the second floor landing/attic space.
High Speed Internet
The features list 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) as a provision, which provides high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly mentions 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) among the provisions.
Smart Home
There are no mentions of smart home devices, systems, or home automation in the description.
Ventilation System
The description explicitly mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) on the second floor.
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the property description or features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly mentions '10 zonnepanelen (eigendom)' in the details and features section.
Double Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbel glas' under the isolation features.
Triple Glazing
The listing mentions double glazing and HR-glass but does not mention triple glazing, which is typically highlighted if present.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'muurisolatie' and 'muur- en vloerisolatie' in the features.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'vloerisolatie' and 'muur- en vloerisolatie' in the features.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'dakisolatie' and 'dak-, muur- en vloerisolatie' in the features.
Heat Pump
The heating system is described as a 'gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) 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 features HR-glass (High-Performance glass), mechanical ventilation, and has achieved an Energy Label A.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.