Modernized Semi-Detached Home with Garage in Child-Friendly Oosterboer
Key Features
Upsides
- Recent comprehensive modernizations including a new bathroom (2024), garden (2024), electric shutters (2025), and garage doors (2025) indicate the property is move-in ready with minimal immediate maintenance required.
- Energy efficiency features including 15 solar panels, HR++ glazing, full insulation, and energy label B contribute to lower ongoing utility costs and reduced environmental impact.
- Flexible second floor space that can be converted into a fourth bedroom, providing adaptability for growing families or those needing a home office.
- West-facing backyard of 96 square meters that receives afternoon and evening sun, recently landscaped in 2024 for low-maintenance enjoyment.
- Child-friendly Oosterboer neighborhood with schools, shops, sports facilities, and green spaces nearby, combined with good access to Meppel center and major roads to Zwolle, Hoogeveen, and Groningen.
Downsides
- The second floor is currently an unfinished open space, requiring additional investment and work to create a proper fourth bedroom if desired.
- The freestanding wooden shed lacks insulation, limiting its usability for temperature-sensitive storage or as a workshop during colder months.
- The property was built in 1986, meaning it does not offer the construction quality standards and insulation levels typically found in newer builds.
- The CV boiler (Combipact 24/33 CW4) is an older model that may need replacement in the coming years, representing a potential future expense.
- At 3,906 euros per square meter, the price point may be relatively high for the Meppel market compared to similar properties in the region.
Description
Ruskenstuk 3 is a semi-detached residence located in the Oosterboer district of Meppel. The property was originally constructed in 1986 and has undergone significant modernization in recent years by the current owners. The asking price is set at 500,000 euros, which translates to approximately 3,906 euros per square meter based on the living area of 128 square meters.
The ground floor of this property is accessed through an entrance hall that provides access to a toilet room, the meter cupboard, and the staircase leading to the upper floors. From the hall, residents can also reach a practical utility room that serves as a connection point between the main living area, the garage, and the backyard. This layout offers convenience for daily activities and outdoor access.
The living room features an open kitchen arrangement, creating a central gathering space within the home. Large windows allow for substantial natural light to enter the room throughout the day. This area is designed to accommodate both everyday family life and occasions that involve hosting guests for meals or social gatherings. The open kitchen configuration enables interaction between those preparing food and others in the living area.
The first floor contains three bedrooms and a bathroom that was completely renovated in 2024. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower, a double vanity unit, and a toilet. All three bedrooms on this level have been fitted with electric roller shutters, which provide benefits such as increased privacy, light control, and temperature regulation during warmer months.
A fixed staircase leads to the second floor, which currently functions as an open space. This area offers flexibility for various uses depending on the needs of the occupants. It can serve as a hobby room, a home office, or additional storage space. The listing indicates that this floor can be converted into a full fourth bedroom with relative ease, making the property suitable for growing families or those who frequently host overnight guests.
The backyard is oriented to the west, meaning it receives sunlight from the afternoon through the evening hours. The garden was completely redesigned and relaid in 2024, resulting in a maintained and low-maintenance outdoor area. The dimensions of the backyard are 11 meters in depth and 8.75 meters in width, totaling 96 square meters. An rear access path is present, and there is a freestanding wooden storage shed with electrical connections. The shed itself does not have insulation.
At the front of the property, there is a private driveway leading to an attached stone garage that can accommodate one vehicle. The garage doors were replaced in 2025 with new plastic (kunststof) units featuring double glazing. Parking is also available on the public road in the vicinity.
The property has received several notable updates in recent years. In 2022, the interior walls were smoothly plastered throughout. The bathroom renovation took place in 2024, along with the garden redesign. In 2025, the garage doors were installed and electric roller shutters were added to the bedrooms. These improvements indicate that the current owners have actively maintained and upgraded the home.
In terms of energy efficiency, the property holds an energy label B rating. It features 15 solar panels on the roof, which contribute to reduced electricity costs. The windows have HR++ glazing, and the property has full insulation including the roof, walls, and floor. Heating is provided by a gas-fired combination boiler (Combipact 24/33 CW4), and there is partial underfloor heating in addition to the standard radiator system. Mechanical and natural ventilation systems are installed.
The total volume of the building is 510 cubic meters. In addition to the 128 square meters of living space, there is 19 square meters of other indoor space (likely including the utility area and garage interior), 4 square meters of built-on outdoor space, and 5 square meters of external storage (the wooden shed).
Oosterboer is described as a quiet and child-friendly residential area with ample green spaces. The neighborhood contains schools, shops, sports clubs, and playground facilities within close proximity. The center of Meppel is easily accessible from this location. For those who commute by car, the main roads leading to Zwolle, Hoogeveen, and Groningen can be reached without difficulty, benefiting from the central position of Meppel within the province of Drenthe.
The property is being offered with a status of available, and the transfer terms are described as negotiable (in overleg). The cadastral designation is MEPPEL M 727, with full ownership (volle eigendom) of the 253 square meter plot.
This residence presents itself as a move-in-ready home that has been updated to meet contemporary standards in terms of finishes and energy performance. The combination of a ground floor with open living, three established bedrooms, and a convertible second floor provides adaptability for different household compositions. The inclusion of a garage, private parking, and a west-facing garden adds practical and recreational value to the property.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'ruime inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower) in the 2024 renovated bathroom.
Bathtub
The bathroom description lists inloopdouche, double sink, and toilet, but no bathtub is mentioned.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is on the first floor serving three bedrooms with no indication it's directly attached to any specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a separate 'toiletruimte' in the ground floor hallway, distinct from the main bathroom.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom description or features list.
Double Shower
The listing mentions a single 'inloopdouche' with no indication of double shower heads or dual shower compartments.
Shared Shower
The single bathroom with shower on the first floor serves three bedrooms, making it a shared facility within the household.
Shared Toilet
This is a single-family home (2-onder-1-kap), so there's no shared toilet between separate dwellings.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly states 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink) in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'achtertuin' (rear garden) located on the west, measuring 96 m².
Front Garden
The features list explicitly includes 'voortuin' (front garden).
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned in the description or property features.
Terrace
While the garden is described as a place to eat outside, a specific terrace is not explicitly listed.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
The description mentions inviting friends for a barbecue, but no designated or built-in barbecue area is specified.
Patio
No specific patio is mentioned in the text or feature list.
Veranda
A veranda is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Guest House
There is no guest house on the property; there is only a detached wooden shed.
Waterfront
The property is located in a residential neighborhood (Oosterboer) and there is no mention of water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
The property is a standard suburban semi-detached house with no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
There are no facilities for small livestock.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is present on this 253 m² plot.
Remarkable Mountain View
Meppel is located in the flat Netherlands, making a mountain view impossible.
Remarkable City View
The house is in a quiet residential area (Oosterboer), not a high-rise or elevated location with a city view.
Remarkable Garden View
There are large windows in the living room, but a 96m2 standard suburban garden does not qualify as a 'remarkable' garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
Meppel is an inland city with no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
Although Meppel has a harbor, this property is in the Oosterboer neighborhood, far from the harbor.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned or expected for this location.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned. The listing mentions electric shutters for cooling during summer, but not AC.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a CV-ketel (central heating boiler) as the heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly mentions 'gedeeltelijke vloerverwarming' (partial underfloor heating).
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned. The bathroom has a vanity unit but no walk-in closet described.
Home Office
The second floor is mentioned as potentially usable as a 'werkplek' (workplace), but it's currently an open space, not a dedicated home office setup.
Skylight
The features list explicitly includes 'dakraam' (skylight) as a provision.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. The house is described as 'strak gestuct' (smooth plastered), suggesting clean ceilings.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned. The listing describes 'grote raampartijen' (large window sections) but not bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool is mentioned or would be expected in this type of property.
Private Indoor Sauna
No indoor sauna is mentioned or would be expected in this type of property.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The house is described as 'strak gestuct' (smooth plastered), which indicates clean, smooth walls rather than ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements like light woods, minimalism, or hygge aesthetics mentioned. The smooth plastering is neutral but not specifically Scandinavian.
Modern
The property was thoroughly modernized with smooth plastering (2022), new bathroom (2024), electric shutters (2025), and contemporary finishes throughout.
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete, or raw materials are mentioned in the listing.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements like terracotta, warm colors, arched windows, or Mediterranean styling mentioned.
Classic
Built in 1986 but thoroughly modernized. The current styling is contemporary rather than classic or traditional.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The house was built in 1986 and has been recently modernized with smooth plaster and plastic window frames, not historic.
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 1986, which is late 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1986, it falls outside the typical post-war reconstruction period (1945-1965).
Modernist
Despite recent modernizing renovations (smooth plaster), it is fundamentally a standard 1980s semi-detached house, not a modernist architectural design.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) and 'Bouwjaar 1986'.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island. The description mentions an open kitchen but does not describe an island layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly stated 'woonkamer met open keuken' (living room with open kitchen).
Pantry
There is a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) mentioned, but this is described as a practical connection between the house, garage, and garden - not a kitchen pantry.
Build In Coffee Maker
No mention of a built-in coffee maker. This is a premium feature that would likely be highlighted if present.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap (such as Quooker). This would typically be mentioned as a notable feature if present.
Downdraft Extractor
No mention of a downdraft extractor. This is a specific feature that would likely be highlighted if present.
Shared Kitchen
The listing describes a 'eengezinswoning, 2-onder-1-kapwoning' (single-family home, semi-detached), which means the kitchen is private, not shared.
Design Kitchen
No specific mention of the kitchen being a high-end or designer kitchen. The focus is on the open layout and connection to living space, not luxury kitchen design.
New Kitchen
The listing mentions renovations in 2022 (stucco), 2024 (bathroom and garden), and 2025 (garage doors and roller blinds), but does not mention the kitchen being renovated. The kitchen appears to be original or older.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'eigen oprit' (own driveway) and 'Parkeergelegenheid: Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren'.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) and the second floor is described as offering extra storage space ('extra bergruimte').
Garage
The listing clearly states there is an 'aangebouwde stenen garage' (attached stone garage) with capacity for 1 car.
Double Garage
The listing specifies the garage has capacity for 1 car ('Capaciteit 1 auto').
Attic
The second floor is described as a spacious open space ('royale open ruimte') that can be used as hobby room, workspace, or extra storage, which functions like an attic.
Cellar
No mention of a cellar or basement anywhere in the listing.
Covered Parking
The attached garage provides covered parking for 1 car.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
No mention of EV charging facilities in the listing.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions 'vrijstaande houten berging met elektra' (freestanding wooden shed with electricity).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No mention of renting a parking spot in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No mention of purchasing a separate parking spot in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a semi-detached house (2-onder-1-kapwoning) with full ownership (Volle eigendom) and no mention of a homeowners association (VvE) in the features or description.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation: Full ownership), meaning it is not a leasehold property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a 3-story semi-detached family home built in 1986. No elevator is mentioned and such homes typically do not have elevators.
Private Entrance
This is a semi-detached house with its own driveway ('eigen oprit') and a clearly described private entrance hall.
Automatic Gate
A driveway is mentioned but no gate of any kind is described in the listing.
Gated Community
The property is in a regular residential neighborhood (Oosterboer) described as quiet and child-friendly, with no mention of gates or secured access.
Wheelchair Accessible
This is a 3-story house requiring stairs to access all levels. The bathroom is on the first floor, not ground level. No accessibility features or ramps are mentioned.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) that provides a practical connection between the house, garage, and garden.
High Speed Internet
The features list includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which indicates high-speed internet availability.
Fibre Internet
Explicitly listed as 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) in the provisions.
Smart Home
No smart home features mentioned. The property has modern updates like electric roller blinds and solar panels, but these are not smart home features.
Ventilation System
Explicitly listed as 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) in the provisions.
Cable Tv
Explicitly listed as 'TV kabel' in the provisions.
Water Softener
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing. Water softeners are not common in Dutch homes.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly mentions '15 zonnepanelen' (15 solar panels).
Double Glazing
The listing states 'HR++ beglazing' and 'HR-glas', which corresponds to high-efficiency double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies HR++ glazing, which is standard for double glazing, whereas triple glazing is typically denoted as HR+++ in the Netherlands.
Wall Insulation
The features list explicitly includes 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) and states the property is fully insulated.
Floor Insulation
The features list explicitly includes 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features list explicitly includes 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The heating system is described as a 'Cv-ketel' (gas combi boiler), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features partial underfloor heating, is listed as fully insulated, and has new insulated garage doors.
History
No history available for this listing.