Well-maintained 3-bedroom terraced house with sunny west-facing garden near Gouda center
Key Features
Upsides
- Central location near Gouda's historic center with shops, schools, restaurants, train station, and highway access all within easy reach
- Sunny west-facing backyard of 48 m² that receives sunlight until the evening hours, complete with a freestanding wooden shed and side access
- Three bedrooms providing flexibility for families, home office use, or guest accommodation
- Authentic period details preserved including stained glass windows and original granite flooring in the entrance hall
- Insulation improvements already in place including floor insulation, roof insulation, and partial double glazing
Downsides
- Energy label E indicates relatively poor energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy bills and could require further investment in insulation
- Living area of 74 m² is relatively small for a three-bedroom property, meaning the bedrooms may be compact
- Only two living floors with no mention of additional attic or extension space for future expansion
- Flat roof construction can be more susceptible to maintenance issues compared to pitched roofs
- Parking is limited to public spaces requiring a permit system rather than private parking
Description
Located in an excellent position just a short distance from the historic center of Gouda, this well-maintained terraced house offers comfortable living space with practical features. The property was built around 1925 and has a total living area of approximately 74 square meters, with a volume of about 265 cubic meters. The plot covers 85 square meters and includes external storage space of around 7 square meters in the form of a freestanding wooden shed at the rear of the garden.
The ground floor of the residence is accessed through an entrance hall that retains its original granite flooring, providing a characterful first impression. The hall contains the meter cupboard and provides access to the staircase leading to the first floor, as well as a modern toilet room fitted with a small sink. From the entrance hall, you enter the bright living room, which benefits from large windows at both the front and rear of the property, allowing plenty of natural daylight to fill the space throughout the day. The living area offers sufficient room for both a comfortable seating arrangement and a dining area.
At the rear of the ground floor, the open kitchen is situated, creating a connected living and cooking environment. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a four-burner cooktop, an extractor hood, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, and a combination microwave oven. A rear door in the kitchen provides direct access to the backyard, making it convenient for outdoor dining or simply moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.
The backyard is advantageously positioned facing west, which means it receives sunlight until late in the evening during the summer months. The garden measures 48 square meters, with dimensions of approximately 9.15 meters in depth and 5.20 meters in width. At the far end of the garden stands a freestanding wooden storage shed, and a side path provides access to the garden from the rear, which is a practical feature for bringing bicycles or garden items through without having to pass through the house.
The first floor is reached via the staircase from the ground floor hall. The landing provides access to three bedrooms and the bathroom. The main bedroom offers enough space for a double bed and a wardrobe or other bedroom furniture. The second bedroom is also of a good size, suitable for a single or smaller double bed setup. The third bedroom, while smaller, is well suited for use as a child's room, a home office, or a guest room, providing flexibility depending on the needs of the occupants.
The bathroom on this floor is practically arranged and includes a bathtub with shower facility, a sink vanity unit, and a designer radiator. Connections for washing machines and dryers are also located in the bathroom, keeping laundry appliances conveniently out of the main living areas.
The property features several authentic details that have been preserved over the years, including stained glass windows that add character and period charm to the home. These original elements provide a pleasant contrast with the modern amenities that have been installed.
In terms of insulation and energy efficiency, the house has been improved with floor insulation, roof insulation, and double glazing in parts of the property, along with secondary glazing (voorzetramen) in some areas. The current energy label is E, which reflects the age of the property and the partial nature of the insulation measures. Heating is provided by a gas-fired central heating boiler, specifically a Remeha Avanta combi-boiler installed in 2010, which also supplies the hot water for the property. The boiler is owned by the current owner.
The roof of the property is flat and covered with bituminous roofing material, which is typical for properties of this era and type in Dutch urban areas. The property has two main living floors.
The location of this home is one of its notable attributes. Situated in a residential area on a quiet road, it is nevertheless close to all daily amenities. The historic center of Gouda with its shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions is within easy walking or cycling distance. Schools, the NS train station providing connections to major cities, and roads leading to the wider highway network are all readily accessible from this central position.
Parking in the area is provided through public parking spaces with a permit system in operation. This is standard for central locations in Dutch cities and should be taken into consideration for residents who own a vehicle.
The property is being offered at an asking price of 329,000 euros, which is calculated at approximately 4,446 euros per square meter of living space. The purchase price is exclusive of buyer costs, which is the customary arrangement in the Netherlands. The transfer date is to be agreed upon between the buyer and seller.
This terraced house presents itself as a suitable option for first-time buyers or small families looking for a centrally located home with outdoor space. The combination of a practical layout, preserved period features, and proximity to Gouda's amenities makes it a property worth considering for those seeking to live in this historic city.
The listing advises prospective buyers to engage their own NVM-certified real estate agent when considering the purchase of this property, which is standard practice in the Dutch housing market to ensure proper representation and guidance through the buying process.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a bathtub with shower facility ('ligbad met douchegelegenheid').
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a bathtub ('ligbad').
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is accessed via the landing ('overloop'), not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate modern toilet with a sink on the ground floor ('modern toilet met fonteintje').
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing.
Rain Shower
No rain shower is mentioned in the listing.
Double Shower
No double shower is mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family terraced house, so the shower is private.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family terraced house, so the toilet is private.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'een wastafelmeubel' (a single sink vanity), indicating there is no double sink.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No bathroom heated floor is mentioned in the listing.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Not mentioned in the listing.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a sunny rear garden (achtertuin) of 48 m² facing west.
Front Garden
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Side Garden
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Terrace
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Rooftop Terrace
It is a 2-story terraced house with a flat roof, but no rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Patio
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Veranda
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Guest House
There is only a wooden shed (houten berging) mentioned, no guest house.
Waterfront
Not mentioned and Gouda city center does not inherently imply waterfront property here.
Kitchen Garden
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Equestrian Facilities
Not mentioned, typical for a city row house.
Small Livestock Facilities
Not mentioned, typical for a city row house.
Private Outdoor Pool
Not mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
Not mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
Not mentioned, impossible on an 85 m² plot.
Remarkable Mountain View
Gouda is in a flat area of the Netherlands with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
Located near the historic center, but no specific city view is described.
Remarkable Garden View
There is a rear garden, but no remarkable garden view is described.
Remarkable Sea View
Gouda is an inland city with no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
Not mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
Near the historic center, but no specific landmark view is described.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states heating is provided by a gas-fired central heating boiler (cv-ketel).
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned; heating is via a central heating boiler.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned; only a clothing closet is hinted at in the master bedroom.
Home Office
The third bedroom is mentioned as ideal for a workspace, but no dedicated home office is present.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in the listing.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the description.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is not present in this standard family home.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not present in this standard family home.
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes are mentioned in the description.
French Doors
The listing mentions a back door (achterdeur) but does not specify if they are French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements are mentioned in the description.
Modern
Only the toilet is explicitly described as modern; the house is from 1925 and retains original details.
Industrial
No industrial design elements are mentioned.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean design elements are mentioned.
Classic
The house was built in 1925 and features authentic details such as stained glass windows and an original granite floor.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1925 near the historic center, features authentic details like stained glass windows and a granite floor.
Early 20th Century
Built around 1925, retaining original features like stained glass and granite floors typical of that era.
Post War Functional
Built in 1925, which is pre-war.
Modernist
Built in 1925 with traditional details, not a modernist style.
Newly Build
Listed as existing construction (bestaande bouw) built in 1925.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen appliances.
Microwave
Listing explicitly mentions 'combimagnetron' (combination microwave) as one of the built-in appliances.
Refrigerator
Listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the kitchen appliances.
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island. The description suggests a standard layout at the back of the living area.
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly mentions 'open keuken' (open kitchen).
Pantry
No pantry mentioned in the description or layout.
Stove
Listing explicitly mentions '4-pits kookplaat' (4-burner cooktop).
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker mentioned in the kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker) mentioned in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
Listing mentions 'afzuigkap' (exhaust hood) which typically indicates a traditional wall-mounted hood, not downdraft extraction.
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family home (eengezinswoning) with full ownership, not a shared property.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as practically furnished with standard appliances in a 1925 home. No luxury or design elements mentioned.
New Kitchen
No mention of the kitchen being recently renovated or new. The home is from 1925 and while maintained, kitchen age is not specified.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' under parking facilities.
Storage Room
The listing mentions external storage space (bergruimte) of 7 m², which is specified as a detached wooden shed (vrijstaande houten berging), not an internal storage room.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present in the listing.
Double Garage
There is no garage present in the listing.
Attic
The listing specifies 2 residential floors (woonlagen) and a flat roof, with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the property description or layout.
Covered Parking
Only public parking and parking permits are mentioned, with no reference to covered parking.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or preparations are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
The external structure is described as a standard wooden shed (berging), not a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (detached wooden shed) in the garden.
Street Parking Free
The listing mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits), which typically indicates that free unrestricted street parking is not available.
Street Parking Permit
The features explicitly list 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits).
Rules
Owners Association
The property is described as a standard terraced house (tussenwoning) and there is no mention of a Homeowners Association (VvE), which is typical for this type of single-family dwelling in the Netherlands.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states the ownership situation as 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership), meaning it is not leasehold (erfpacht).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
There is no owners association present for this property.
Oa Annual Meeting
There is no owners association present for this property.
Oa Fees
There is no owners association present for this property.
Oa Reserve Fund
There is no owners association present for this property.
Oa Maintenance Plan
There is no owners association present for this property.
Oa Buildings Insurance
There is no owners association present for this property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 2-story terraced house built in 1925, which does not have an elevator.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned for this standard residential terraced house.
Private Entrance
The property is a standalone terraced house with its own front door and entrance hall.
Automatic Gate
The property has a standard backyard access via a back alley (achterom) with no mention of any gates.
Gated Community
The property is located on a quiet road in a regular residential neighborhood (woonwijk), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house was built in 1925, features stairs to the first floor, and has no mention of ramps or accessible modifications.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions connections for laundry appliances, but does not state that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states 'de aansluitingen voor de wasapparatuur' (connections for laundry appliances) in the bathroom.
Laundry Room
The washing machine connections are located in the bathroom, and no separate laundry room is mentioned in the layout.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home features or systems in the property.
Ventilation System
The listing mentions insulation (roof, floor, double glazing) and a boiler, but does not specify a mechanical ventilation system.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the property details.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing. The property uses a gas-fired CV boiler for heating.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions 'dubbele beglazing en voorzetramen' (double glazing and storm windows) and 'gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partial double glazing) in the energy section.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. The listing specifically mentions double glazing, not triple.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) in the features section.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) in the features section.
Heat Pump
No mention of a heat pump. The heating system is explicitly described as a gas-fired CV boiler (Remeha Avanta from 2010).
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery. This is a 1925 property without solar panels mentioned, making a home battery very unlikely.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has storm windows (voorzetramen) as an additional measure. However, it retains original stained glass windows (glas-in-lood) which are typically not energy efficient. The energy label is E, indicating limited overall efficiency.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.