








Well-maintained 1930s family home with city garden in Utrecht
Key Features
Description
This well-maintained 1930s family home is situated on the Van der Mondestraat in the Tuinwijk-West district of Utrecht. The property is a terraced house, known in Dutch as a tussenwoning, and offers a generous living space of approximately 121 square meters. Built in 1932, the residence is located on a private plot of 68 square meters. The asking price for this property is 689000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer. The home is characterized by its excellent level of finish, having been fully modernized over the years while retaining many charming original details. It presents a great opportunity for those looking for a residence in a popular and green area of Utrecht.
The location in Tuinwijk is a significant asset. The neighborhood is known for being quiet, green, and very child-friendly. It is within walking distance of the Griftpark, providing residents with easy access to outdoor recreation. All desired amenities are located within a stone's throw away. This includes various supermarkets, multiple educational facilities, playgrounds, gyms, green spaces, and a wide range of cozy dining establishments. The historic city center of Utrecht is just a few minutes away by bike. Furthermore, the district has excellent connections to public transport and the main arterial roads, including the A2, A12, A27, and A28 motorways, making it highly accessible for commuters.
Upon entering the house, one arrives in the hall which features the original wall tiles, a characteristic detail of the 1930s architecture. The hall provides access to the staircase, a toilet room equipped with a fountain, a staircase cupboard, the meter cupboard, and the living areas. The living space is designed in an en-suite style, separated by original sliding doors with side cabinets, and features a parquet floor. At the front of the house is the light dining room, which measures approximately 2.82 by 3.34 meters. This room features a characteristic bay window, adding to the atmospheric and light-filled interior.
The garden-oriented living room is located at the rear and measures approximately 4.79 by 3.34 meters. This room is equipped with an original fireplace mantel, preserving the historic charm of the home. From the living room, one can access the backyard through a hardwood rear facade with French doors. It is worth noting that this rear facade and the French doors were completely renewed at the end of 2020, ensuring they are in excellent condition. Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen, which currently functions as a closed kitchen but offers the possibility to be opened up to the living room if desired. The kitchen is neatly finished with a tiled floor and a granite worktop. It is fully equipped with a four-burner induction cooktop, an extractor hood, an oven, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator. The dimensions of the kitchen are approximately 2.87 by 1.78 meters.
The charming city garden is located on the west, which is favorable for enjoying the evening sun. The garden covers an area of approximately 17 square meters and provides a delightful place to sit outside. It offers privacy, greenery, and sunshine, especially when the sun is higher in the sky during the high season. The garden is paved and has a green fence. The depth of the garden is 6.46 meters and the width is 5.22 meters. Parking is available on the street in the form of paid parking.
The first floor of the property features a landing that provides access to the bathroom, two bedrooms, and a room that has been converted into a walk-in closet. The first bedroom at the rear measures approximately 3.35 by 3.78 meters. The second bedroom is located at the front and measures approximately 3.35 by 3.90 meters. This front bedroom features a bay window and lends itself perfectly for use as a workspace or study in addition to being a bedroom. All bedrooms on this floor are equipped with a built-in closet, a neat wall finish, and a laminate floor. The third room on this floor measures approximately 2.02 by 1.77 meters and is currently used as a walk-in closet.
The modern and complete bathroom measures approximately 1.72 by 2.90 meters. It is equipped with a spacious walk-in shower, a washbasin, a second hanging toilet, and a design radiator which was recently replaced. In 2020, the double glazing in the rear facade of the first floor was renewed, contributing to the energy efficiency of the home.
The second floor is accessible via a spacious and neatly finished landing. Daylight enters this landing through a Velux roof window. Here you will find the connections for the washing machine and dryer. The landing gives access to two more spacious bedrooms. One bedroom measures approximately 2.52 by 4.97 meters and the other measures approximately 2.44 by 3.95 meters. These large bedrooms are both equipped with a sink, a laminate floor, high-quality wall finish, and recessed spotlights. A notable feature on this floor is the presence of air conditioning in both bedrooms. The attic floor is very spacious due to the straight rear facade, which provides a lot of volume and usage possibilities for the rooms. In 2020, the window frame with double glazing on the rear side was also renewed on this floor.
In terms of technical specifications, the property has a content volume of 432 cubic meters. The roof is a composite roof covered with bitumen roofing and tiles. The house has an energy label C. The property is fully fitted with double glazing, supplemented with various HR++ secondary glazing units to improve insulation. Floor insulation has been applied using Tonzon Thermos cushions with an Rd value of 4.4 m2 K/W. Draft exclusion measures have also been applied. The home features eight solar panels with a total capacity of 2310 Wp, which are owned by the property. Heating and hot water are provided by a central heating combi boiler from the brand Nefit from 2010.
Several special details are worth mentioning. The painting work was checked and touched up again after the structural report was drawn up. The property has five multifunctional rooms spread over the floors. A structural inspection report has been prepared in advance, and a digital copy is included as an attachment to the sales documentation. The delivery of the property is in consultation. The property is offered with a full ownership situation. This move-ready home combines the charm of the 1930s with the comfort of modern living in a prime location in Utrecht.

