Monumental 1920s Townhouse with Authentic Details and Patio Garden in Roermond
Key Features
Upsides
- National monument status with well-preserved authentic 1920s Amsterdam School architecture including original en-suite doors, fireplaces, and pine floors
- Excellent central location within 5 minutes cycling distance of Roermond center with convenient access to A73 and A2 motorways
- Spacious layout with 155 m² of living space across three floors plus basement, featuring four bedrooms including a large 31 m² top floor bedroom
- Unusual feature for a historic property: private electric vehicle charging point already installed
- Partially sustainable with energy label C, partial insulation, and renewed electrical and sewerage systems
Downsides
- Only partial insulation with some single-glazed windows remaining, limiting full energy efficiency potential
- Monumental status may restrict renovation and modification options due to preservation requirements
- Parking requires a resident permit and is not private, located in public parking spaces in the neighborhood
- Heating boiler from 2012 is over 10 years old and may need replacement in the near future
- Relatively small garden of 35 m² which may be insufficient for buyers seeking outdoor space
Description
The property is a characteristic monumental townhouse located at Thorbeckestraat 6 in the city of Roermond. This historical residence was built in 1922 and holds the status of a national monument, which speaks to its cultural and architectural significance within the city. The building is part of a unique triangular block known as Eigen Haard, which also includes sections of the Robert Regoutstraat and Charles Ruysstraat. This ensemble of residences forms a closed building block that clearly draws inspiration from the Amsterdam School architectural movement of the 1920s.
The living space encompasses approximately 155 square meters spread across three full floors, with an additional basement level. The total volume of the building measures around 615 cubic meters. The property includes a patio garden of about 35 square meters, which extends to a depth of 5 meters and a width of 7 meters, oriented towards the southeast. A freestanding wooden storage shed is located in the garden area.
Upon entering the property through the front door, one arrives in the hallway which features a terrazzo tile floor and a characterful wooden staircase leading to the upper floors. The modernized electrical meter cupboard is also situated here. A toilet room with wall-hung toilet and corner washbasin is accessible from the hallway.
The ground floor contains the main living areas. The living room and dining room are connected by original en-suite sliding doors, a characteristic feature of homes from this period. The ceilings are notably high, and the floors are laid with original pine plank flooring. Two original authentic fireplaces with gas fires serve as focal points in the living spaces. Glass doors provide access to a partially covered terrace and the garden beyond. The kitchen is situated at the rear of the ground floor and offers views of the garden. It is arranged in a corner configuration and includes a five-burner gas stove with oven, extractor hood, refrigerator, second oven, and dishwasher. The kitchen floor features anthracite-colored tiles.
The first floor is accessed via the wooden staircase and consists of a landing and three spacious bedrooms. The pine plank flooring continues on this level, and the rooms maintain the high ceilings found throughout the house. Two of the bedrooms feature original fireplaces. One bedroom provides access to a balcony. The bathroom on this floor was renovated between 2015 and 2019 and is equipped with a bathtub, separate walk-in shower, fixed washbasin with vanity unit, and a second wall-hung toilet.
The second floor is reached by another fixed staircase and houses the fourth bedroom, which is particularly generous in size at approximately 31 square meters. Additionally, this level contains a storage attic where the central heating boiler is installed. The boiler is a Nefit High-Efficiency combination unit from 2012, which is included in the sale. The roof and attic floor on this level have been fitted with insulation.
The basement consists of a provision cellar of approximately 10 square meters.
The property has been partially made more sustainable in recent years. It holds energy label C and features partial roof insulation, floor insulation, and partially insulating glazing. Notably for a historic townhouse of this age, the property includes its own electric vehicle charging point with charging station. The electrical system and sewerage have been completely renewed.
The patio garden offers privacy and a pleasant terrace area. The garden is fenced and well-maintained. Parking for residents is available in the surrounding neighborhood through public parking spaces, accessible via an inexpensive resident permit system.
The location of Thorbeckestraat 6 is considered excellent within Roermond. The city center is approximately 5 minutes by bicycle or 10 minutes on foot. The property is also conveniently situated near a hospital, schools, the central train station, shops, and supermarkets. The Retail Park and Outlet Center are quickly reachable by car. The A73 motorway provides excellent connections to the surrounding region, and the A2 motorway is also easily accessible.
Roermond itself offers a rich array of amenities, an active community life, and considerable potential in the areas of tourism, shopping, and water sports. The combination of the central location near the inner city, the authentic 1920s architecture, and the elements that remain in their original state create a particularly atmospheric living environment.
The asking price for this property is 459,000 euros, to be paid by the buyer. This translates to approximately 2,961 euros per square meter of living space. The property is offered with acceptance in consultation. A deposit or bank guarantee of 10 percent of the purchase price is required to be deposited with the notary one week after the expiry of any suspensive conditions. The sales agreement only comes into effect after both buyer and seller have signed the written contract.
The cadastral designation is ROERMOND B 5743, with a plot area of 99 square meters held in full ownership. The property is classified as a townhouse of existing construction, with a gable roof covered with tiles. The building features fiber optic and TV cable connections.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'aparte inloopdouche' (separate walk-in shower) in the modernized bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The 'ensuite' mentioned in the text refers to sliding doors between the living and dining rooms, not a bathroom directly attached to a bedroom. The only bathroom is located on the landing.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a ground floor 'Toilet met wandcloset en hoekfonteintje' (toilet with wall closet and corner sink).
Bidet
A bidet is not listed among the bathroom features or fixtures.
Shared Shower
The property has 4 bedrooms and only 1 bathroom, meaning the shower is shared among the bedroom occupants.
Shared Toilet
The single bathroom on the first floor contains a toilet that is shared among the bedrooms on the upper floors.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'vaste wastafel met meubel' (fixed sink with furniture), rather than a double vanity.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a bedroom with access to a balcony and 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features.
Rear Garden
The listing mentions a 'patiotuin' and specifies an 'Achtertuin' of 35 m2.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned; typical for a terraced house in a closed city block.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned; property is a 'tussenwoning' (terraced house).
Terrace
The listing mentions a partially covered terrace and an atmospheric terrace in the garden.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the description.
Fenced Yard
The description states the patio garden is 'omheind' (fenced).
Patio
The property explicitly features a 'sfeervolle patiotuin' (atmospheric patio garden).
Veranda
There is a partially covered terrace, but a veranda is not explicitly mentioned.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
The property is not described as being on the water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Roermond does not have mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is near the city center but there is no mention of a remarkable city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The kitchen looks out over the garden, but it is not described as a remarkable view.
Remarkable Sea View
Roermond is inland; no sea view is possible.
Remarkable Harbour View
Although Roermond has waterways, no harbour view is mentioned for this property.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a C.V.-ketel (Nefit H.R. combiketel from 2012).
Fireplace
The listing specifies 2 original authentic fireplaces with gas fires.
Hardwood Floors
The listing mentions original pine plank floors (grenenhouten plankenvloeren) in the living room and bedrooms.
Tiled Floors
The listing mentions a terrazzo tile floor in the hall and an anthracite tile floor in the kitchen.
Laminate Flooring
No mention of laminate flooring; original pine floors and tiles are specified instead.
Carpeted Floors
No mention of carpeted floors; original pine floors and tiles are specified instead.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned, and it is highly atypical for a 1922 monument to have underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the room-by-room layout description.
Home Office
No specific room is designated or mentioned as a home office.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned on any of the three floors or the attic.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned; ceilings are noted as high but not beamed.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window in the property description.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is impossible in this 155m2 historical city house.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna, and it does not fit the property type.
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes are mentioned; the focus is on original authentic 1920s elements.
Ornamental Plasterwork
High ceilings are mentioned, but no specific ornamental plasterwork is detailed in the text.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The property is a 1922 Amsterdam School style monument, which has no Scandinavian design elements.
Modern
While the kitchen and bathroom were modernized, the house heavily retains its 1920s authentic character.
Industrial
The property features authentic 1920s residential architecture with no industrial elements.
Mediterranean
The property is a traditional Dutch city house from the 1920s with no Mediterranean features.
Classic
Described as a characteristic monumental city house entirely retaining its 1920s style with original elements like en-suite doors and fireplaces.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is a monumental townhouse from 1922 with many original authentic elements intact.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1922, the listing explicitly states it retains its 1920s style and is inspired by the Amsterdam School.
Post War Functional
The house was built in 1922, which is before WWII.
Modernist
The building is from 1922 in the style of the Amsterdam School, not modernist.
Newly Build
The property was built in 1922 and is listed as an existing building ('Bestaande bouw').
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The description explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen equipment list.
Oven
The listing mentions '5-pits gasfornuis met oven' and '2e oven' (second oven) in the kitchen.
Microwave
No microwave is mentioned in the kitchen equipment list.
Refrigerator
The description explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) in the kitchen.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as 'hoekopstelling' (corner setup), indicating it's not an island layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
The kitchen is described as being 'aan de achterzijde van de woning' (at the back of the house), suggesting it's a separate room from the living area which has original ensuite doors.
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned in the description or layout.
Stove
The listing explicitly mentions '5-pits gasfornuis' (5-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a gas stove ('5-pits gasfornuis'), not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the kitchen equipment.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (such as Quooker) is mentioned in the description.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood) which typically refers to a standard wall or ceiling-mounted hood, not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family townhouse (herenhuis/tussenwoning), not a shared living arrangement.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'sfeervolle keuken' (atmospheric kitchen) with anthracite tile floor in a 1922 monument. It appears to be a functional kitchen rather than a high-end designer kitchen.
New Kitchen
No mention of the kitchen being recently renovated or new. The bathroom was modernized 2015-2019 but the kitchen is not mentioned as being updated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing states 'voldoende parkeergelegenheid in de wijk op de openbare parkeerhavens' (sufficient parking in the neighborhood in public parking bays).
Storage Room
Listing mentions 'zolder-/berging' (attic/storage) on the 2nd floor and 'provisiekelder' (pantry cellar) in the basement.
Garage
No mention of a garage anywhere in the listing. Only a 'vrijstaande houten berging' (free-standing wooden shed) is mentioned.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, so no double garage.
Attic
Listing explicitly mentions 'zolderverdieping' (attic floor) on the 2nd floor with a 4th bedroom of approximately 31m2.
Cellar
Listing explicitly mentions 'Provisiekelder (ca. 10m2)' - a pantry cellar.
Covered Parking
Parking described is 'openbare parkeerhavens' (public parking bays) which implies uncovered street parking.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
Listing explicitly states: 'Uniek voor een historische stadswoning is de aanwezigheid van een eigen oplaadpunt inclusief laadpaal voor een elektrische auto' (unique presence of EV charging point with charging pole).
Workshop
No mention of a workshop in the listing.
Shed
Listing mentions 'handige tuinberging' (handy garden shed) and features list shows 'Vrijstaande houten berging' (free-standing wooden shed).
Street Parking Free
Listing states parking requires a 'spotgoedkope bewonersvergunning' (very cheap resident permit), indicating it is not free.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly mentions 'spotgoedkope bewonersvergunning' (very cheap resident permit) for parking.
Rules
Leasehold
Listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' which means full ownership/freehold, not leasehold.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
1922 townhouse with 3 living floors and a basement, no elevator mentioned.
Intercom
Single-family townhouse, no intercom system mentioned.
Private Entrance
It is a single-family townhouse with its own entrance mentioned in the layout.
Automatic Gate
Property has a fenced patio garden but no automatic gate is mentioned.
Video Door Phone
Single-family townhouse, no video door phone mentioned.
Gated Community
The house is part of a closed building block but it is not a gated community with controlled access.
Wheelchair Accessible
Built in 1922, the property spans 3 living floors and a basement, all accessed via fixed stairs, making it highly inaccessible.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is listed or described in the layout.
High Speed Internet
Fibre optic cable is available, which implies high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
Explicitly listed under Voorzieningen (facilities) as 'Glasvezelkabel'.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned; it is a 1922 monument focused on authentic elements.
Ventilation System
No mechanical ventilation system is mentioned in the description or features list.
Cable Tv
Explicitly listed under Voorzieningen (facilities) as 'TV kabel'.
Water Softener
Not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partial double glazing) and 'gedeeltelijk voorzien van isolerende beglazing'.
Triple Glazing
The listing only specifies partial double glazing and does not mention triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The listing details floor, roof, and glazing insulation but omits wall insulation, which is common for a 1922 monumental building where exterior changes are restricted.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly states it is equipped with 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly mentions 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) and states that the attic floor and roof are partially insulated.
Heat Pump
The property is heated by a gas-fired HR combi boiler (Nefit, built in 2012), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features a dedicated EV charging point with a charging station and completely renewed electrical and sewage systems.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.