Spacious Semi-Detached Family Home with Garden in Charming Welten Village

Located in the charming neighborhood of Welten in Heerlen, this semi-detached family home at Professor van Itersonstraat 48 offers a comfortable living environment in a setting that retains its original village character. Welten was once an independent farming village that was later incorporated into the municipality of Heerlen, and to this day the area maintains a distinctive dorpse, or village-like, atmosphere that residents appreciate. The property is situated on a quiet, dead-end street, making it an especially attractive location for families with children. The immediate surroundings are peaceful, yet the home benefits from excellent connectivity to the main arterial roads in the region. Daily necessities such as shops and public transportation options are within comfortable walking distance, while the broader range of amenities available in Heerlen city center is easily accessible. Welten itself boasts several notable local features. The Zuyderland Medical Centre, formerly known as the Atrium Medical Centre, is located in this district, providing convenient access to healthcare facilities. The area is also home to the historic Saint Martinus church, the scenic Weltervijver (Welter pond), the traditional Weltermolen (Welter mill), and the stately Strijthagen residential building. Educational facilities in the vicinity include the Saint Martinus primary school, the Open University, and the Sintermeertencollege. For sports enthusiasts, the local football club RKVV Weltania has its home ground in Welten. The house was built around 1966 and has been maintained in good condition over the years. However, the current owners note that the property would benefit from modernization to bring it up to contemporary standards. The structure is solid and was constructed with a cavity wall build, providing good fundamental quality. All window frames throughout the home are made of wood and fitted with double glazing, with some windows featuring HR++ glass for improved energy efficiency. The living space extends to approximately 165 square meters, which is quite generous for a property of this type. The total volume of the home is around 566 cubic meters. The plot covers 205 square meters, and there is an additional 13 square meters of built-on outdoor space in the form of balconies. The property currently holds an energy label D, which is valid until November 2035. On the ground floor, the entrance is sheltered by a canopy, leading into a spacious hallway. This hall contains a built-in wall closet, a cloakroom area with a washbasin, and the staircase to the upper floor. A partially tiled toilet room is also accessible from the hall. The main living room measures 32.7 square meters and features a tiled floor, a skylight for additional natural light, and a built-in cabinet wall. Doors from the living room provide direct access to the backyard. Adjacent to the living room is an office or hobby room of 19.5 square meters with a parquet floor, offering flexible space that could serve various purposes depending on the needs of the new owners. The kitchen is semi-open in layout and covers 9.6 square meters. It is arranged in a corner configuration and equipped with a range of upper and lower cabinets, drawers, an extractor hood, a four-burner gas hob, a combination microwave (currently defective), a refrigerator-freezer combination, and a countertop with sink. While the kitchen is functional, it represents one of the areas where modernization could enhance the living experience. A built-in storage room of 9.5 square meters is located at the front of the house, with its own external door. This space houses the meter cabinet, which contains an adequate number of fuse cartridges, an earth leakage circuit breaker, and smart meters for electricity, gas, and water. The central heating system consists of a Nefit Eco Comfort HRC gas-fired combi boiler from 2018. It is important to note that this boiler is rented rather than owned, with a current monthly rental cost of 41.29 euros through Hesi. The rental contract will transfer to the new owners upon purchase. The backyard faces west, which means it enjoys afternoon and evening sun, making it an pleasant space for outdoor relaxation during the warmer months. The garden includes a partially covered terrace adjoining the house, a lawn area, planted borders, and a wooden garden shed for additional storage. The first floor is accessed via a spacious landing of 7.6 square meters. There are three bedrooms on this level. The largest bedroom at the front of the house measures 21.3 square meters and has direct access to a balcony of 6.3 square meters. The two rear bedrooms measure 12.5 and 12.4 square meters respectively, and both have doors leading to a shared rear balcony, also 6.3 square meters. These balconies provide pleasant outdoor space on the upper level. The partially tiled bathroom on this floor covers 4.5 square meters and is fitted with a bathtub, a second toilet, and a washbasin. While functional, the bathroom is another area where updating could add value and comfort. Several important contractual conditions apply to this sale. The purchase agreement will include both an age clause and a non-owner-occupied clause, which are standard protections in Dutch real estate transactions for older properties and situations where the seller has not recently resided in the home. The required deposit or bank guarantee is set at ten percent of the purchase price and must be deposited with the notary within two weeks after the expiration of any financing contingency. A financing contingency can be included in the purchase agreement, but only up to the amount of the asking price. Prospective buyers are advised that they have the right to commission a structural inspection at their own expense, or to consult other advisors, to gain a thorough understanding of the property condition before committing to the purchase. With regard to foundation risk, the KCAF (Knowledge Centre for Addressing Foundation Problems) has assessed this property and classified it as presenting no high risk, corresponding to indication categories A, B, or C. Nevertheless, buyers retain the right to conduct their own independent foundation investigation if they wish to do so. Parking at the property is available on the public street. The home is classified as an end-unit semi-detached house with a flat roof structure. All measurements and surface areas provided in the listing are indicative, and the information has been compiled with due care, though no liability is accepted for any incompleteness or inaccuracies. This property presents an opportunity for buyers seeking a spacious home in a family-friendly neighborhood with a village character. While some modernization is needed, the solid construction, generous proportions, and pleasant location in Welten make this a noteworthy option for those prepared to invest in updating a home to their personal preferences and contemporary standards.