








Spacious Townhouse with Renovated Frontage in Historic Schoonhoven Center
Key Features
Description
This property is situated at Oude Haven 3 in the historic center of Schoonhoven, an area known as Oude Stad. The asking price is set at 400,000 euros, which is buyer's costs (kosten koper). The townhouse offers approximately 156 square meters of living space and is built on 78 square meters of privately owned land.
The original construction year of this property dates back to around 1890, placing it firmly within the historical context of the city. The entire inner city of Schoonhoven carries the official designation of a protected cityscape (beschermd stadsgezicht), which means the area is subject to specific regulations regarding the exterior appearance of buildings. This status contributes to the authentic character of the neighborhood.
The front facade of the property has been renovated and updated with new window frames and high-efficiency glazing (HR beglazing). These improvements help with energy efficiency while maintaining the traditional appearance of the building. The remainder of the property interior requires attention and renovation, presenting an opportunity for buyers to customize the living spaces according to their own preferences.
The ground floor layout consists of an entrance hall leading to a spacious living room located at the front of the house. This living room features a fireplace and a built-in bookcase, providing a classic living environment. Adjacent to the living room is a large living kitchen situated at the rear of the property. The kitchen includes a portal area for the staircase and access to a separate toilet. The kitchen itself is equipped with a simple kitchen unit that offers ample cabinet space. A back door from the kitchen provides access to an enclosed outdoor courtyard area.
The outdoor space at the rear measures 16 square meters, with dimensions of 4.07 meters in depth and 4.05 meters in width. This courtyard faces south, which is favorable for sunlight exposure throughout the day. The courtyard includes a built-in stone storage closet and provides access to a rear passage that leads to Doelenplein. Free parking is available at Doelenplein, which is a practical benefit in a city center location.
The first floor features a landing that provides access to two particularly spacious bedrooms. The rear bedroom includes a built-in closet wall and French doors that open onto a balcony measuring approximately 4 square meters. This balcony offers views away from the immediate vicinity, providing a sense of privacy. A hallway on this floor contains a fixed storage closet.
The bathroom on the first floor is described as dated and in need of replacement. Current bathroom fixtures include a shower, toilet, and washbasin. Adjacent to the bathroom is a small room that currently serves as a walk-in closet with a skylight. This flexible space could potentially be incorporated into an expanded bathroom, or it could function as a home office space or a small children's room.
The second floor consists of a large open attic space under a sloping roof. This area currently houses the central heating combi boiler, which dates from 2000 and is gas-fired. The boiler is owned rather than rented. A simple kitchen unit has been installed in this space. The listing indicates that this floor could be reconfigured to create two or more additional bedrooms, and a second bathroom could be installed because a water connection is already present.
The property has an energy label F, indicating relatively low energy efficiency. Insulation consists primarily of double glazing, which has been installed in the new window frames. Heating and hot water are provided by the gas-fired central heating combi boiler. The roof is a gable roof covered with tiles (zadeldak met pannen).
The building is classified as a townhouse and terraced house (herenhuis, tussenwoning), indicating it shares walls with neighboring properties. The total volume of the building is 400 cubic meters. The property includes 4 square meters of building-bound outdoor space (the balcony) and 1 square meter of external storage space.
A structural inspection report (bouwtechnisch rapport) is available for prospective buyers, which is recommended given the age of the property and the renovation work that will be needed. This report can provide valuable information about the condition of the foundation, roof structure, and other structural elements.
The location offers a combination of city center liveliness at the front of the property and a more sheltered, private environment at the rear. The protected cityscape status ensures that the historical character of the neighborhood will be preserved. Free parking at Doelenplein via the rear passage is a notable advantage for a property in this type of location.
This property represents an opportunity for buyers who are willing to invest in renovation work to create a personalized living space in a spacious historic townhouse. The combination of a renovated front facade, the potential for multiple bedrooms across three floors, and the private courtyard with rear access makes this a distinctive property in the Schoonhoven housing market.

