Corner House with Garage and Roof Terrace in Quiet Residential Area
Key Features
Upsides
- The property features a practical garage that is internally accessible from the kitchen, equipped with heating, running water, and washing machine connections, making it versatile for storage, parking, or utility purposes.
- The southwest-facing garden and attached sunroom provide excellent sun exposure throughout the afternoon and evening, ideal for outdoor living and relaxation.
- The location is convenient with essential amenities including a primary school, doctor, pharmacy, and shops within close proximity, plus easy access to major roads and the nearby GaiaZoo attraction.
- Several elements have already been modernized including the bathroom, bedroom ceilings, the extension roof which was renewed and insulated in 2019, and the windows feature plastic frames with double glazing.
- The property offers good storage options with a provision cellar, a finished and heated attic with natural light that was previously used as a hobby room, and a roof terrace accessible from one of the bedrooms.
Downsides
- The property is dated and requires substantial modernization work, as explicitly stated in the listing, which will require additional investment from the buyer.
- The energy label D rating indicates relatively low energy efficiency compared to modern standards, which may result in higher energy costs.
- The kitchen is described as simple and basic with only a refrigerator and dishwasher, likely requiring complete renovation to meet contemporary expectations.
- The attic is only accessible via a pull-down ladder rather than a permanent staircase, which limits convenience and accessibility to this space.
- The plot size of 193 square meters is relatively modest for a corner house, which typically might offer more outdoor space.
Description
This corner house is situated in a quiet residential area and offers a comfortable living space with various practical features. The property includes an extension, a garden surrounding the house, a roof terrace, a driveway, and an internally accessible garage. With three bedrooms and additional storage space in the form of a provision cellar and a finished attic, this home provides ample room for a family or individuals looking for extra space.
The location of this property is particularly advantageous. The house is conveniently positioned near major roads, making it easy to commute or travel to surrounding areas. Within close proximity, residents will find a primary school, a general practitioner, and a pharmacy, ensuring that daily necessities are within walking distance. For nature enthusiasts and those who enjoy outdoor activities, a walking area is nearby. The well-known GaiaZoo is also located in the immediate vicinity, making this an attractive location for families with children. Additionally, various shops can be found in the surrounding area, providing convenient access to groceries and other essentials.
It is important to note that the property is dated and requires substantial modernization. Buyers should be prepared to invest in renovating and updating various aspects of the home to bring it up to contemporary standards. Despite this, the property offers a solid foundation with several already updated elements.
The souterrain level houses a provision cellar, which provides additional storage space for food items, preserves, or other household goods. This underground space helps keep the main living areas uncluttered and organized.
On the ground floor, the layout begins with a front garden leading to the entrance. The hall features a modern electrical meter cupboard, reflecting a recent update to the electrical system. Adjacent to the hall is a half-tiled toilet room equipped with a small sink, providing basic sanitary facilities for guests and residents alike.
The living room is laid with laminate flooring, offering a clean and relatively low-maintenance surface. The closed kitchen includes a dining area, making it a practical space for family meals. The kitchen itself is simple in design and includes basic appliances such as a refrigerator and a dishwasher. While functional, this kitchen will likely be one of the areas requiring modernization to meet current expectations.
A notable feature of the ground floor is the attached sunroom or conservatory. This addition features sliding doors that open to the enclosed garden located on the side of the property. The positioning of this garden is particularly advantageous as it faces southwest, ensuring excellent sun exposure throughout the afternoon and evening. This makes the outdoor space ideal for relaxation, gardening, or outdoor dining during warmer months.
The driveway provides access to both the garden and the attached stone garage. The garage is equipped with a steel swing door and includes several practical features. It is heated by means of a radiator, has running water available, and includes a washing machine connection. This makes the garage suitable not only for parking a vehicle but also for use as a utility room or workshop. A particularly convenient aspect is that the garage can be accessed directly from the kitchen, allowing for easy movement between the house and garage regardless of weather conditions.
The first floor is accessed via a landing that leads to three bedrooms. All bedrooms feature laminate flooring and have been updated with renewed ceilings, indicating some recent maintenance work. One of the bedrooms provides access to the roof terrace, which is positioned above the extension. This outdoor space offers an additional area to enjoy fresh air and possibly views of the surroundings.
The bathroom on this floor has been modernized and is fully tiled. It is equipped with a shower, a bathroom vanity unit, and a designer radiator. This updated bathroom stands in contrast to some of the other spaces in the home that still require attention, showing that some modernization work has already been completed by the current owners.
The attic floor is accessible via a pull-down ladder. This storage attic has been finished and benefits from natural light through a skylight window. Like the garage, this space is also heated by a radiator, making it more versatile than a typical cold storage space. Previously, this area was used as a hobby room, demonstrating its potential for various purposes beyond simple storage. The presence of heating and natural light means it could potentially serve as a home office, craft room, or additional hobby space.
Several noteworthy features of the property include its energy label D rating. The windows throughout the home are fitted with plastic frames and double glazing, which contributes to the thermal insulation of the property. The central heating system is a high-efficiency combi boiler from Nefit, which is gas-fired and included in the purchase. This means the new owner will not need to immediately invest in a new heating system.
The flat roof of the extension was renewed and insulated in 2019, representing a recent and valuable improvement. This update helps prevent potential issues with water ingress and improves the energy efficiency of that part of the building.
The property is classified as a corner house built in 1961, featuring a gable roof covered with tiles. The total living area measures 106 square meters, with an additional 31 square meters of other indoor space and 27 square meters of outdoor building space. The plot size is 193 square meters, and the total volume of the building is 492 cubic meters. These dimensions indicate a reasonably sized family home with practical outdoor areas.
Parking is available on the property itself, with the driveway and garage providing space for at least one vehicle. Additionally, public parking is available in the area for visitors or additional vehicles.
The property is offered at a price of 175,000 euros, which is buyer's costs applicable. This translates to approximately 1,651 euros per square meter of living space. The acceptance date can be discussed, and the property is available for a relatively quick transfer if desired.
In summary, this corner house in Kerkrade offers a solid structure with several practical features including a garage with utilities, a roof terrace, and good storage options. While the property requires significant modernization, some elements such as the bathroom, bedroom ceilings, electrical cupboard, extension roof, and windows have already been updated. The location provides convenience with nearby amenities and recreational options, making this a property with good potential for buyers willing to invest in renovation work.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly states the bathroom is equipped with a douche (shower)
Bathtub
No mention of a bathtub (badkuip) in the listing; only shower and bathroom cabinet mentioned
Ensuite Bathroom
Bathroom is accessed from the landing (overloop), not directly from a bedroom
Guest Toilet
Separate half-tiled toilet with sink located on the ground floor
Bidet
No mention of a bidet anywhere in the listing
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower; only a single shower described
Shared Shower
Single-family home (eengezinswoning) so shower is private to the household
Shared Toilet
Single-family home so toilet is private to the household
His And Hers Sinks
Only badmeubel (bathroom cabinet) mentioned, no indication of double sinks
Bathroom Heated Floor
No mention of floor heating (vloerverwarming) in the bathroom
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions a rooftop terrace but no balcony is mentioned anywhere in the description or features.
Rear Garden
The description mentions 'rondom tuin' (garden all around), but the features section specifically lists only 'Voortuin en zijtuin' (front garden and side garden). As a corner house, the rear may not have a dedicated garden.
Front Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'voortuin' in both the description ('voortuin, entree') and the features section ('Voortuin en zijtuin').
Side Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'zijtuin' in the features section and described as 'tuin welke aan de zijkant van de woning is gelegen' in the description.
Terrace
No regular terrace is mentioned. Only a rooftop terrace (dakterras) is present.
Rooftop Terrace
Explicitly mentioned as 'dakterras' in both the description ('Vanuit één slaapkamer is het dakterras bereikbaar') and the features section ('Dakterras aanwezig').
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
The description mentions 'omsloten tuin' (enclosed garden), which suggests it is fenced or walled in some way.
Patio
No patio is mentioned. There is a 'serre' (conservatory/sunroom) which is a different structure.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing. The serre is an enclosed structure, not a veranda.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
Kerkrade is an inland municipality in the southern Netherlands. No waterfront is mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
No mountain view is mentioned. Kerkrade is in a relatively flat area of the Netherlands near the German border.
Remarkable City View
The property is in a 'rustige woonomgeving' (quiet residential area) and no city views are mentioned.
Remarkable Garden View
The serre has sliding doors to the enclosed garden, so there is a garden view, but it is not described as remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
Kerkrade is inland in the southern Netherlands, far from the sea. No sea view is possible.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned and Kerkrade is not a coastal city.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned. GaiaZoo is in the vicinity but no view of it is described.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No mention of air conditioning in the listing
Central Heating
Explicitly listed: C.V.-installatie combi HR, Nefit gas combi boiler owned by property
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned anywhere in the description or features
Hardwood Floors
Laminate flooring specifically mentioned in living room and all bedrooms; no hardwood mentioned
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly stated: laminaatvloer in living room and all three bedrooms
Carpeted Floors
Laminate flooring specified in main living areas; no carpet mentioned
Underfloor Heating
Only radiators mentioned for heating (garage, attic); no underfloor heating mentioned
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned in the description or layout
Skylight
Explicitly stated: attic has daylight through dakraam (skylight)
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned; ceilings in bedrooms described as renewed
Bay Window
No bay window (erker) mentioned in the listing
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned; 1961 standard residential property
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in the listing
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes (inbouwkasten) mentioned in the property description
French Doors
Sliding door (schuifpui) mentioned to garden, not French doors (openslaande deuren)
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned; house described as dated but without specific decorative features
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned; house is described as dated 1961 construction needing modernization
Modern
Listing explicitly states the house is dated and needs to be largely modernized; only bathroom and meter cupboard are modernized
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or concrete mentioned
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements such as terracotta, arched windows, or warm color schemes mentioned
Classic
1961 corner house with traditional layout, closed kitchen, and dated interior typical of Dutch post-war construction
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1961, described as 'gedateerd' (dated), but it is a typical post-war functional house, not a traditional or historic style building.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1961, which is not early 20th century (typically 1900-1940).
Post War Functional
Built in 1961, this is a typical post-war corner house ('hoekwoning') designed for functional mass housing during the post-war population growth period. The description confirms it needs modernization, consistent with this era.
Modernist
Not a modernist style. It is a standard post-war functional house that is described as dated and needing modernization.
Newly Build
Built in 1961, this is not a newly built property.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly states the kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher ('vaatwasser').
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly states the kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator ('koelkast').
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as a 'gesloten keuken' (closed kitchen) with a simple kitchen unit, leaving no room or mention of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes it as a 'gesloten keuken' (closed kitchen).
Pantry
There is a 'provisiekelder' (storage cellar) mentioned, but no pantry inside the kitchen itself.
Build In Coffee Maker
There is no mention of a built-in coffee maker in the listing.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap such as a Quooker in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
There is no mention of a downdraft extractor in the listing.
Shared Kitchen
The property is listed as a single-family home ('Eengezinswoning'), meaning the kitchen is not shared.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is explicitly described as an 'eenvoudige keukenblok' (simple kitchen unit) that is dated and needs modernization.
New Kitchen
The listing states the property is dated and largely needs to be modernized.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions a driveway (oprit) and parking on own property (op eigen terrein).
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions a storage cellar (provisiekelder) and a finished storage attic (bergzolder).
Garage
Listing explicitly mentions an attached brick garage (aangebouwde stenen garage).
Automatic Garage Door
Listing specifies a steel swing door (stalen kantelpoort), which is typically manual.
Double Garage
Features list specifies the garage capacity is for 1 auto.
Attic
Listing details an attic floor (zolderverdieping) accessible via a pull-down ladder.
Cellar
Listing explicitly mentions a basement (souterrain: provisiekelder).
Covered Parking
The attached garage provides covered parking for a vehicle.
Underground Parking
Listing describes a corner house with an above-ground attached garage; no underground parking is present.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or infrastructure is mentioned in the listing details or features.
Shed
No garden shed is mentioned; outdoor structures listed are a sunroom (serre) and a garage.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of renting a parking spot in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of purchasing a separate parking spot in the listing.
Rules
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is not a leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a two-story corner house with an attic accessible via a pull-down ladder.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family corner house with its own front door.
Gated Community
The property is in a quiet residential area with no mention of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has multiple levels including a cellar and an attic accessible only by a pull-down ladder, making it highly unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly states the garage has a washing machine connection.
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in the heated garage, which is not designated as a separate laundry room.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned in the listing description.
Smart Home
The property is from 1961 and described as dated, requiring modernization, with no mention of smart home features.
Ventilation System
No ventilation system is mentioned, which is typical for a 1961 home that has not been fully modernized.
Water Softener
Water softeners are very rare in the Netherlands and none is mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing, and highly unlikely to be present but omitted for a house needing modernization with an Energy Label D.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states it is equipped with PVC frames with double glazing (dubbele beglazing) and HR-glass.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifically mentions double glazing and HR-glass, but makes no mention of triple glazing.
Roof Insulation
The flat roof of the extension was explicitly renewed and insulated in 2019, although the insulation status of the main pitched roof is not specified.
Heat Pump
The property is heated by a gas-fired HR combi boiler (Nefit), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned, which is consistent with the property's outdated state and lack of solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has specific energy measures beyond standard glazing.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.