Extended terraced house with garage in Apeldoorn Brummelhof

The property at Reigersweg 23-B is situated in the Brummelhof neighborhood of Apeldoorn, a city in the Dutch province of Gelderland. Apeldoorn is known for its green surroundings and proximity to natural areas such as the Veluwe. The Brummelhof area is a residential district that offers a combination of urban conveniences and a relatively peaceful living environment.

This terraced house was originally built in 1982 and has since been modified with a significant extension at the rear. The extension measures 2.5 meters in depth and spans the full width of the house, effectively increasing the living space on the ground floor. This type of extension is common in Dutch terraced houses and typically serves to create a more spacious and open ground floor layout, connecting the living area with the kitchen.

The asking price for the property is set at 350,000 euros, with the costs associated with the transfer to be borne by the buyer. This is the standard practice in the Netherlands, where the buyer typically pays for the notary fees and transfer tax. The listed price per square meter of living space is 3,933 euros.

The property occupies a plot of 175 square meters. In the context of Dutch urban housing, this is a reasonable plot size for a terraced house, providing space for both front and rear gardens along with the necessary outbuildings.

Upon entering the property through the front door, you reach the entrance hall. This space contains the meter cupboard, which houses the electrical connections and meters for the property. From the hall, you can access the main living area.

The living room is described as light-filled, which could be attributed to the extension at the rear and possibly the windows in the original front facade. The room features a cinewall, which is a built-in cabinet or wall unit designed to house a television and associated equipment, giving the space a streamlined and integrated appearance. The flooring throughout the living area and kitchen consists of solid oak, which is a durable and aesthetically appealing material that adds warmth to the interior.

The living room flows directly into the kitchen without a separating wall, creating an open plan layout. The kitchen is arranged in a U-shape configuration, which provides an efficient use of space with storage and work surfaces on three sides. A peninsula island extends from the main kitchen run, which can serve as additional preparation space, a casual dining area, or a visual separation between the cooking zone and the living area.

From an intermediate hall adjacent to the kitchen, you can access a separate toilet room. This hall also provides access to the staircase leading to the upper floors.

The first floor of the property contains three bedrooms arranged around a central landing. All three bedrooms have been fitted with dormer windows. Dormer windows are vertical windows that project from a sloping roof, and they serve to increase the usable floor space and natural light in rooms located within the roof structure. Having dormer windows in all bedrooms means that each room benefits from additional headroom and light compared to rooms without such modifications.

The bathroom on this floor is fully tiled and includes a bathtub, a separate shower enclosure, a washbasin, and a connection point for a washing machine. Having the washing machine connection in the bathroom is a practical arrangement for a property of this size, keeping laundry facilities on the same floor as the bedrooms.

The second floor of the property is a storage attic with a floor, accessible via a pull-down ladder. This type of access means the second floor is not considered a full living level but provides valuable storage space. Pull-down ladders, also known as loft ladders, can be folded away into the ceiling when not in use, saving space on the first floor landing.

Outside, the property features a rear garden that faces northwest. A northwest-facing garden receives afternoon and evening sun, making it suitable for use later in the day during the summer months. The garden measures 50 square meters, with dimensions of 10 meters in depth and 5 meters in width. Within the garden, there is a wooden canopy attached to the rear of the house, providing a covered outdoor seating area. Multiple terraces have been created within the garden, offering different options for outdoor relaxation and dining. The garden is accessible via a rear path, known in Dutch as an achterom, which runs between the properties and allows access to the garden without going through the house.

The rear garden also provides access to a freestanding stone shed with an electrical connection. The listing notes that the washing machine connection has been relocated to this shed, which provides flexibility in laundry placement depending on the preferences of the new owner.

Additionally, there is a freestanding stone garage on the property with space for one car. The garage has an electrical connection, making it suitable not only for vehicle storage but potentially as a workshop or for additional storage. Having a garage is a notable feature for a terraced house in the Netherlands, as many similar properties only have on-street parking or a simple shed.

The property also has a front garden, contributing to the curb appeal and providing additional outdoor space at the front of the house.

In terms of energy efficiency, the property has been assigned an energy label C. The energy label system in the Netherlands ranges from A to G, with label C representing a moderate level of energy efficiency for an existing property. The property has double glazing, which provides better insulation than single glazing and helps reduce heat loss through the windows.

Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha Calenta combination boiler. This boiler was installed in 2014 and is gas-fired, meaning it heats both the heating system and the domestic hot water on demand. A combination boiler does not require a separate hot water storage cylinder, which saves space. The boiler is owned by the current seller, so it will transfer with the property.

The property has mechanical ventilation, which is a system that uses fans to extract stale air from the property, typically from bathrooms and kitchens, and brings in fresh air through vents. This is more controlled and efficient than natural ventilation through opening windows.

A fiber optic cable has been connected to the property, enabling high-speed internet access, which is increasingly important for home working and modern entertainment needs.

An important aspect of this sale is that the property is being sold with a clause stating that the current owner has not lived in the property. This type of clause is common when a property has been purchased as an investment, inherited, or acquired through other means where the seller has not resided there. As a result, the standard questionnaire B, which asks the seller detailed questions about the property condition and any known defects, has not been fully completed. Prospective buyers should be aware of this and may wish to arrange their own inspections or surveys.

The property is currently available for viewing, and the transfer date is to be agreed upon with the seller. The building has a volume of 270 cubic meters. In addition to the 89 square meters of living space, there is 8 square meters of other indoor space and 18 square meters of building-related outdoor space. The external storage space totals 24 square meters.