Charming 1885 Terraced Home with Modern Comforts in Oostwijk
Key Features
Upsides
- Well-maintained move-in ready home with modern kitchen and bathroom, eliminating the need for immediate renovation work.
- Modern comfort features including underfloor heating, air conditioning in all bedrooms, and 7 solar panels that improve upon the already reasonable energy label C rating.
- Excellent location in the desirable Oostwijk neighborhood within walking distance of the city center, parks, and public transportation.
- Character property from 1885 with charming architectural details that has been thoughtfully updated to meet contemporary living standards.
- Own ground (volle eigendom) with no leasehold or ground lease obligations.
Downsides
- Relatively small living area of 78 square meters with modestly sized bedrooms, the smallest being only 6 square meters.
- Paid parking and parking permit requirements add ongoing costs and potential inconvenience for residents with vehicles.
- Foundation risk indicator has been assigned to the property, which may warrant additional investigation and could indicate potential future costs.
- The property dates from 1885, and despite good maintenance, older homes typically carry higher risks of hidden defects and maintenance requirements.
- No dedicated parking space or garage on the property.
Description
This well-maintained terraced family home is located in the sought-after Oostwijk neighborhood of Vlaardingen. Built in 1885, the property has been carefully preserved while receiving modern updates that cater to contemporary living standards. The residence offers a total living area of 78 square meters spread across two floors, with an additional 2 square meters of external storage space in the garden.
The ground floor welcomes you through an entrance hall that includes a wardrobe area and the meter cupboard. At the rear of the ground floor, there is a toilet room that is fully tiled to the ceiling and equipped with a toilet, hand basin, and a radiator.
The living room measures approximately 30 square meters and features a poured resin floor with pleasant underfloor heating. The walls have a clean, smooth plastered finish. A storage cupboard under the stairs provides practical space for household items. Double French doors at the back of the living room open directly to the garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces. The listing initially mentions the living room as 32 square meters, though the detailed floor plan section specifies approximately 30 square meters.
The open kitchen occupies about 5 square meters and has been designed with light-colored cabinet fronts and a wood-look countertop. It comes fully equipped with modern built-in appliances including an induction cooktop, extraction hood, combination oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and a sink. Large windows ensure ample natural light enters this space, making meal preparation a comfortable experience. A fixed cabinet houses the washing machine installation.
The backyard covers approximately 30 square meters with dimensions of 8.30 meters in depth and 4.60 meters in width. The garden has been neatly maintained and features a large tiled terrace area. A freestanding plastic storage shed of about 2 square meters provides space for garden tools and bicycles. Access to the garden is possible both through the French doors in the living room and through a separate door from the kitchen.
The first floor accommodates three bedrooms and a modern bathroom. All bedrooms feature dormer windows or extensions, a modern wood-look laminate floor with high skirting boards, smooth wall finishes, heating, and air conditioning. The largest bedroom is situated at the front of the property and measures approximately 12 square meters. The two rear bedrooms measure approximately 7.5 square meters and 6 square meters respectively.
The bathroom spans about 3.5 square meters and is finished with anthracite and white tiles extending to a lowered ceiling with recessed spotlights. It includes a shower cubicle with a rain shower head, a vanity unit with a mirror cabinet, a design radiator, and mechanical ventilation. A second toilet is located in the bathroom.
The property has been largely insulated and features a Vaillant gas-fired combination boiler from 2014, which is included in the sale. The energy label is rated C, though this assessment was conducted before the installation of 7 solar panels, suggesting the actual energy performance may be more favorable. The home has partial underfloor heating on the ground floor and radiators on the upper floor. Air conditioning units have been installed in all three bedrooms for temperature control during warmer months.
The Oostwijk neighborhood is characterized by its green and historic atmosphere. The property is within walking distance of the city park known as Het Hof and the Oude Haven (Old Harbor). The city center with its shopping facilities, restaurants with terraces, cinema, theater, casino, and swimming pool is easily accessible on foot. Public transportation options including bus and metro services are nearby, and major highways such as the A4, A13, and A20 provide quick connections to surrounding cities including Rotterdam and The Hague.
The property sits on its own land (volle eigendom) with a cadastral designation of VLAARDINGEN B 2571 and a plot size of 86 square meters. Parking in the area is regulated through paid parking and permit systems.
A foundation risk indicator has been assigned to this property through the NVM software system, which uses data from FunderMaps. This indicator provides an assessment based on foundation type, soil and groundwater data, subsidence records, and repair data. The indicator is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee regarding the actual condition of the foundation. Prospective buyers concerned about foundation condition are advised to commission an independent foundation inspection.
The asking price is 350,000 euros, which translates to approximately 4,487 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available and the transfer date is open to negotiation. The total volume of the home is 277 cubic meters. The roof consists of a composite structure covered with bituminous roofing material and tiles. The home has two residential levels and is connected to TV cable services.
This terraced house represents an opportunity for buyers seeking a character home that has been updated with modern conveniences. The combination of historical architecture from 1885 with contemporary features such as underfloor heating, air conditioning, solar panels, and a modern kitchen and bathroom creates a living environment that balances charm with practical comfort. The central location in Oostwijk provides easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a residential neighborhood atmosphere.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Description explicitly mentions a 'douchecabine' (shower cabin) in the modern bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the description or layout; only a shower cabin is listed.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the first floor landing (overloop) and serves the three bedrooms, not directly attached to one.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet room on the ground floor described as a 'toiletruimte'.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Rain Shower
The shower cabin is equipped with a 'stortdouche', which translates directly to a rain shower.
Double Shower
The listing only mentions a single shower cabin with a rain shower, not a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), so the shower is private to the household and not shared with other residents.
Shared Toilet
This is a single-family home, meaning the toilets are private and not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The bathroom features a single 'wastafelmeubel' (sink vanity), indicating there is only one sink.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing specifies partial underfloor heating explicitly for the living room, while the bathroom is listed with standard heating and a design radiator.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing description or layout.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions an 'Achtertuin' (rear garden) of 30 m².
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned. Being a terraced house from 1885 in a city, it typically does not have one.
Side Garden
It is a terraced house ('tussenwoning'), making a side garden impossible.
Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a 'groot betegeld terras' (large tiled terrace) in the rear garden.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the text.
Patio
The large tiled terrace in the garden serves as a patio, though the specific word 'patio' is not used.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is near the 'Oude Haven' (Old Harbour) but not described as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned; the garden has a terrace and a shed.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present in this urban terraced house.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are present.
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
Vlaardingen is in a completely flat area in the Netherlands.
Remarkable City View
The property is only two stories high in a residential area, unlikely to offer a remarkable city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has double doors opening to the sunny garden, providing a nice garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
While near the coast, there is no mention or likelihood of a sea view from this low-rise urban home.
Remarkable Harbour View
Although close to the Old Harbour, a view is not stated or expected from this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing explicitly states that all three bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning.
Central Heating
The features list 'Cv-ketel en gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming' and the text mentions 'Volledige centrale verwarming'.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the description or layout.
Hardwood Floors
The living room has a poured resin floor (gietvloer) and the bedrooms have wood-look laminate (hout look laminaatvloer), not solid hardwood.
Tiled Floors
While the bathroom and toilet are tiled, the main living areas have a poured resin floor and the bedrooms have laminate.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly mentions a 'moderne hout look laminaatvloer' in the bedrooms.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned; floors are described as resin or laminate.
Underfloor Heating
The listing mentions 'vloerverwarming' in the living room and 'gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming' in the features.
Walk In Closet
There is a 'garderoberuimte' (cloakroom) and a 'trapkast' (under-stairs cupboard), but no walk-in closet is mentioned.
Home Office
No home office or dedicated workspace is mentioned in the listing.
Skylight
The bedrooms have 'dakkapel/opbouw' (dormer windows), which are different from skylights (dakraampjes).
Exposed Beams
The listing mentions 'strakke afwerking' (smooth finish) and smooth plasterwork, implying no exposed beams.
Bay Window
No bay window (erker) is mentioned in the description.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no mention of a private indoor pool in this 78 m² terraced house.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a private indoor sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes are explicitly mentioned; only a cloakroom and a staircase cupboard are listed.
French Doors
The listing explicitly mentions 'dubbele openslaande deuren' (double French doors) leading to the garden.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing explicitly describes 'strak stucwerk afwerking' (smooth/plasterwork finish), which is the opposite of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The interior features light colors and wood-look elements, but it lacks specific Scandinavian design markers like specific furniture types or minimalist hygge descriptions.
Modern
The listing repeatedly describes the kitchen, bathroom, and living room as 'modern', with a poured resin floor (gietvloer), smooth plasterwork, and contemporary fixtures.
Industrial
There are no mentions of exposed brick, steel elements, or raw finishes typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements such as terracotta, arched doorways, or specific color palettes are described.
Classic
The house was built in 1885 and is repeatedly described as characteristic (karakteristiek) and charming, indicating a classic architectural style despite the modern interior.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house is from 1885 and is repeatedly described as 'karakteristiek' (characteristic) and having 'karakteristieke architectuur'.
Early 20th Century
The house was built in 1885, which is the 19th century.
Post War Functional
The house predates WWII by decades, having been built in 1885.
Modernist
While the interior has modern updates (kitchen, bathroom), the architectural style is traditional/historic from 1885.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states it was built in 1885 ('Bestaande bouw').
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen equipment.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combi-oven' in the kitchen equipment.
Microwave
The 'combi-oven' mentioned typically includes microwave functionality, although a standalone microwave is not specified.
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions a 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the kitchen equipment.
Freezer
Only a 'koelkast' is listed; there is no mention of a separate freezer or a fridge-freezer combination.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is only 5 m², which is too small for an island, and no island is described in the layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes a 'moderne, lichte open keuken' (modern, light open kitchen).
Pantry
There is a fixed closet for the washing machine, but no pantry is mentioned in the listing.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductie kookplaat' (induction cooktop), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly states 'inductie kookplaat' as part of the kitchen appliances.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap, such as a Quooker, in the kitchen description.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigschouw' (standard extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family home ('eengezinswoning'), meaning the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
Described as modern with a wood-look countertop and light fronts, but not explicitly marketed as a high-end design kitchen.
New Kitchen
Described as 'modern', but no specific installation date is provided and the house was built in 1885.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing specifies 'Betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (paid parking and parking permits), indicating street parking is available.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'trapkast' (staircase closet), 'garderoberuimte' (cloakroom), and a fixed cabinet for the washing machine.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The only external storage is a small shed.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present in the property.
Double Garage
There is no garage present in the property.
Attic
The property has 2 living floors and no attic is described in the layout or features.
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the property description or layout.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned; parking is described as paid street parking.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities or stations are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned, and the 2 m² shed is too small for a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions 'Schuur/berging Vrijstaand kunststof' (freestanding plastic shed/storage) of approximately 2 m².
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), so street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits), confirming permit parking is available.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is offered for sale with this property.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as an eengezinswoning (single-family home) with 'Eigen grond' (own ground) and 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership). No VvE is mentioned, which is typical for this type of property.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigen grond' (own ground) and 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership) under kadastrale gegevens.
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.
Open Viewing
No specific viewing days or times are mentioned in the listing.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
2-story townhouse built in 1885, no elevator mentioned or expected for this property type
Intercom
Single-family townhouse with no intercom system mentioned in the listing
Alarm System
No alarm system mentioned in the listing description or features
Security Cameras
No security cameras mentioned anywhere in the listing
Private Entrance
Single-family townhouse (tussenwoning) with its own entrance hall (ontvangsthal) described
Automatic Gate
No gate mentioned, property has a backyard with storage shed but no automatic gate
Video Door Phone
No video door phone mentioned in the listing
Security Door Window Hardware
No special security hardware mentioned beyond standard fixtures
Gated Community
Located in a regular residential neighborhood (Oostwijk) with public access, not a gated community
Wheelchair Accessible
1885 townhouse with stairs to first floor, small 3.5m² bathroom, no accessibility features mentioned
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions a 'vaste kast met opstelling wasmachine' (fixed closet with washing machine setup), indicating that the necessary connections are present.
Laundry Room
The washing machine setup is located in a 'vaste kast' (fixed closet) within the kitchen/living area, not in a dedicated separate laundry room.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies that the bathroom is equipped with 'mechanische afzuiging' (mechanical extraction/ventilation), which constitutes a ventilation system.
Cable Tv
The features section explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (cable TV) as a provision in the property.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Explicitly mentioned in the features list and described as 7 solar panels installed after the energy label was issued.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing, and highly unlikely for an 1885 home with an Energy Label C.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler (Vaillant, 2014) for heating, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property includes 7 solar panels, air conditioning units in all three bedrooms, and partial underfloor heating in the living room.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.