








Unique Dual-Structure Home with Live-Work Potential in Zenderpark
Key Features
Description
This property located in the Zenderpark area of IJsselstein presents a highly unusual configuration that offers exceptional flexibility for prospective buyers. The property consists of two separate structures, a front house and a back house, which are connected to each other through a first floor terrace and through the inner garden. Currently the property functions as a single entity with the front house serving as the main residence and the back house operating as a psychology practice. This arrangement demonstrates how effectively the two spaces can work together while maintaining distinct functions.
The front house is located at Surinamehof 13 and offers a living area of approximately 161 square meters, excluding the indoor garage. The ground floor features an entrance hall with a corridor leading toward the rear of the property. Along this corridor there is storage space beneath the staircase, a toilet, the boiler room, and access to both the garage and a ground floor bedroom measuring 16 square meters. This bedroom is positioned adjacent to the inner garden and benefits from the garden views. The garage itself measures 19 square meters and has electrical connections. A side door near the inner garden provides direct access to the street.
The first floor of the front house contains a generous landing with a separate toilet and a spacious living room measuring 44 square meters. This living area receives abundant natural light and features a French balcony. The kitchen is arranged in a half open configuration relative to the living room and is laid out in an L shape. From the kitchen, one can access the terrace that serves as the primary connection between the front and back houses. This terrace is also reachable from the garden via an external staircase, adding to the practical circulation options within the property.
The second floor comprises a landing with a storage closet, a bathroom measuring 7 square meters equipped with a bathtub, shower, and a second toilet, and three bedrooms of varying sizes. The bedrooms measure 9, 18, and 15 square meters respectively. Due to the sloping roof design, the two larger bedrooms benefit from additional height and each contains an entresol that has been configured as a sleeping area, effectively adding extra usable space within these rooms.
The back house carries the address Statensingel 2 and provides approximately 75 square meters of living space. On the ground floor there is an entrance, a toilet, a corridor, a small office space of 4 square meters with a rear door, and a larger room of 28 square meters that currently serves as the practice space. The first floor of the back house consists of a landing and an undivided space of 26 square meters. This upper level has its own access to the connecting terrace and could be configured to create multiple separate rooms according to the needs of the occupant. It is important to note that the back house currently lacks both a kitchen and a bathroom, though the listing indicates that converting it into a fully functional residential unit would be relatively straightforward given the logical layout of the spaces.
The total living area across both structures amounts to 236 square meters, with an additional 22 square meters of indoor space (the garage) and 27 square meters of outdoor attached space. The property sits on a plot of 151 square meters and has a total volume of 945 cubic meters. The garden is situated at the rear and measures 45 square meters, with dimensions of 8 meters in depth and 5.64 meters in width. The garden faces northeast and includes a back entrance for convenient access.
The property holds an A energy label, reflecting good energy efficiency standards. Insulation measures include roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating and hot water are provided by a high efficiency gas fired boiler that is owned by the current proprietor.
The building was constructed in 1996 and is classified as an existing corner house. The total accommodation includes nine rooms, of which six are designated as bedrooms, spread across five living levels. The property features mechanical ventilation as part of its amenities.
What makes this property particularly noteworthy is the range of possibilities it presents to future owners. The current configuration works well for those who wish to combine living and working from home, as the back house can serve as a professional space completely separate from the residential areas. Alternatively, the property could accommodate double occupancy, allowing family members such as parents or adult children to live independently while remaining in close proximity. A third option involves the potential cadastral separation of the back house, which could then function as an independent dwelling that might be sold or rented separately. The listing indicates that it may even be possible to purchase the front and back houses separately, and interested parties are encouraged to contact the estate agency for further details on this arrangement.
The location within the Zenderpark neighborhood is described as pleasant, situated on a quiet road within a residential area with open views. Parking is available on public streets in the vicinity. The property is being offered at a price of 750,000 euros, which translates to approximately 3,178 euros per square meter of living space. The transfer is subject to buyer costs and the delivery date is negotiable.
This property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a home with built in flexibility that can adapt to changing lifestyle needs over time. Whether the priority is establishing a home based business, accommodating extended family, or creating an investment opportunity through potential subdivision, the dual structure of this property provides a solid foundation for various residential strategies.

