Charming Starter Home with Character in Central Steenbergen
Key Features
Upsides
- Recent major upgrades including a new roof and insulation in 2022, new windows in 2023, and a modern CV boiler from 2022, significantly reducing immediate maintenance concerns.
- Central location in Steenbergen with supermarkets, shops, and the town center within walking distance, combined with good connectivity to larger cities via the A4 motorway.
- Energy label C with additional borrowing options available for further sustainability improvements, including up to €15,000 extra mortgage capacity and potentially 0% interest loans through the Energiebespaarlening.
- Low-maintenance backyard with decorative paving and a freestanding stone storage shed with electricity, ideal for those who want outdoor space without extensive gardening obligations.
- Character features such as the decorative fireplace surround and spiral staircase combined with modern conveniences like smart meters, mechanical ventilation, and HR++/HR+++ glazing.
Downsides
- The spiral staircase may present practical challenges for elderly residents, young children, or anyone with mobility issues, and it can make moving furniture to the upper floor more difficult.
- Limited to only two bedrooms, which may not accommodate growing families or those needing a home office space in addition to sleeping quarters.
- The relatively small living area of 71 square meters may feel constrained for couples or individuals accustomed to more space.
- The seller's preference for a six-month delay after agreement before handing over the property could complicate moving plans for buyers with tight timelines.
- Despite recent updates, the property dates from 1902, which means there may be hidden maintenance issues typical of older homes that are not immediately apparent.
Description
This terraced house is located in Steenbergen, a town strategically positioned between Bergen op Zoom and Roosendaal. Built in 1902, this character home has been well-maintained and recently received several significant upgrades. The asking price is set at €250,000 costs koper.
Starting with the ground floor layout, visitors enter through the main door into a hallway where the meter cupboard is located. This cupboard contains four electrical groups and smart meters, which is a modern convenience for monitoring energy usage. From the entrance, you proceed directly into the living room, which is described as surprisingly spacious given the overall footprint of the property.
The living room features an attractive fireplace surround with a decorative stove that serves as a focal point and provides warmth during colder months. Natural light enters through a skylight installed in the ceiling, which was replaced in 2022 along with the roof covering and roof tiles. This skylight ensures that even on darker days, the living room receives adequate daylight. The room also contains the characteristic spiral staircase that leads to the first floor, adding to the home's distinctive character.
From the living room, you can access a hallway that provides entry to both the kitchen and the bathroom. The kitchen is arranged in a corner configuration and comes equipped with a four-burner gas hob, extractor hood, and a sink. The central heating combination boiler, a Remeha Tzerra Ace model installed in 2022, is also located in the kitchen. A back door provides direct access to the garden.
The bathroom is fully tiled and includes a shower, a hanging toilet, a washbasin with a vanity unit, a designer radiator, and a mechanical ventilation system that was installed in 2022. Additionally, there is a washing machine connection, making this a practical and complete bathroom space.
Moving to the first floor, the spiral staircase leads to a landing that provides access to two bedrooms and the attic storage space. The master bedroom is located at the rear of the property and features a built-in closet, offering convenient storage without taking up additional floor space. The second bedroom is situated at the front and is equipped with an electric roller blind, which can be useful for controlling light and temperature.
The attic storage space is accessible via a fixed staircase and has a ridge height of approximately 1.54 meters. A Velux roof window with a blackout curtain has been installed, providing natural light to this storage area. While the height limits its use as a full living space, it serves excellently as additional storage for seasonal items or belongings not needed on a daily basis.
The outdoor space consists of a low-maintenance backyard facing northwest, measuring 24 square meters with dimensions of 7.25 meters in depth and 3.30 meters in width. The garden is finished with decorative paving, requiring minimal upkeep throughout the year. A back entrance provides convenient access to the garden without having to go through the house. The stone storage shed is freestanding and equipped with electricity, making it suitable for storing bicycles, tools, or garden equipment.
Regarding energy efficiency, the property has been assigned energy label C. Several improvements have been made to enhance the home's energy performance. The roof was insulated in 2022 when the roof covering and tiles were replaced. Windows on the first floor and in the kitchen were replaced in 2023 with plastic frames, equipped with insect screens and pleated blinds. The front of the property has HR+++ glazing, while the kitchen and the rear of the first floor have HR++ glazing.
The listing also highlights various financing options available for further sustainability improvements. In 2026, buyers can borrow up to €15,000 extra within their mortgage for energy-saving measures, on top of their regular maximum mortgage. The Energiebespaarlening from the Nationaal Warmtefonds offers up to €29,000, with 0% interest for households with a combined income below €60,000. Additionally, the ISDE subsidy from the national government can be utilized for insulation, heat pumps, or solar water heaters.
The property is located on a quiet street in the center of Steenbergen. Supermarkets, shops, and the town center are all within walking distance, providing excellent convenience for daily needs. Steenbergen's location between Bergen op Zoom and Roosendaal offers good connectivity, and the A4 motorway provides quick access to Rotterdam and Antwerp.
Parking is available on public roads in the vicinity. The property is connected to fiber optic cable and has TV cable available. The total built volume is 261 cubic meters, and the plot size is 90 square meters.
The acceptance terms are described as in consultation, with the seller expressing a preference for a moving date approximately six months after reaching agreement on the sale. This is an important consideration for buyers who may need to arrange their own housing timeline accordingly.
The cadastral designation for this property is STEENBERGEN W 3091, with a plot area of 90 square meters under full ownership. The building itself has a living area of 71 square meters, with an additional 1 square meter of built-on outdoor space and 9 square meters of external storage space in the form of the stone shed.
The property classification is a single-family terraced house of existing construction, with a gable roof covered with tiles. The total number of rooms is three, comprising two bedrooms and the living area, spread across two living levels plus the attic storage space.
For ventilation, the property benefits from both mechanical and natural ventilation systems, ensuring good air quality throughout the home. The mechanical ventilation system in the bathroom was updated in 2022, contributing to the overall modern feel of the property despite its 1902 construction date.
The asking price per square meter of living space is approximately €3,521, which provides context for buyers comparing this property to others in the market. The property is currently listed as available, indicating it is actively on the market for viewings.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a shower in the bathroom.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom description, no bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the ground floor, while the bedrooms are on the first floor.
Guest Toilet
There is only one toilet mentioned, which is located inside the main bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing mentions a 'designradiator' in the bathroom, which typically functions as a heated towel rail, though not explicitly named as such.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom features.
Rain Shower
The listing only mentions a standard 'douche' (shower), with no specific reference to a rain shower.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower in the description.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family terraced house, not an apartment with shared facilities.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family terraced house, not an apartment with shared facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'wastafel met meubel' (sink with cabinet).
Bathroom Heated Floor
No underfloor heating is mentioned; heating is provided via a 'designradiator'.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly describes a 'onderhoudsvriendelijke achtertuin' (low-maintenance rear garden) of 24 m² with decorative paving.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Side Garden
It is a terraced house (tussenwoning) which typically does not have a side garden, and none is mentioned.
Terrace
While the rear garden has decorative paving (sierbestrating), no specific terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a two-story house with a small attic (vliering) for storage. No rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Patio
The garden has decorative paving (sierbestrating) which could function as a patio, but it's not explicitly called a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned or implied in this 71 m² starter home.
Waterfront
The property is located in the center of Steenbergen on a quiet street, not on any waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned. The rear garden is paved with decorative stones and described as low-maintenance.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned or expected in a terraced house in a town center.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned or expected in this type of property.
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 or expected on a 90 m² plot.
Remarkable Mountain View
Steenbergen is in the province of North Brabant, Netherlands, which is completely flat with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The property is a terraced house in the town center with no mention of elevated views or city panoramas.
Remarkable Garden View
The master bedroom overlooks the 24 m² rear garden, but this is a small paved garden, not remarkable.
Remarkable Sea View
Steenbergen is an inland town in North Brabant, not located near the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned and the property is in the town center, not near a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned. The listing describes mechanical ventilation and a design radiator, but no AC system.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentioned: 'Cv-combiketel (Remeha Tzerra Ace, 2022)' and under features 'Verwarming: Cv-ketel'.
Fireplace
Explicitly mentioned: 'fraaie schouwpartij met sierkachel' (beautiful mantelpiece with decorative stove).
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned. Heating is explicitly stated to be via CV-ketel (central heating boiler), not underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
The master bedroom has a 'vaste kast' (fixed closet), which is a built-in wardrobe, not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
Not mentioned. This is a 71m² starter home with only 2 bedrooms and a storage attic, no space designated for a home office.
Skylight
Explicitly mentioned: 'lichtkoepel' (skylight) in the living room providing daylight, and 'Velux dakvenster' on the storage attic.
Exposed Beams
Not mentioned in the listing. The roof and attic are described but no exposed beams are referenced.
Bay Window
Not mentioned in the listing.
Private Indoor Pool
Not mentioned and would be extremely unlikely in a 71m² 1902 starter home.
Private Indoor Sauna
Not mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The master bedroom 'beschikt over een vaste kast' (has a fixed closet), which is a built-in wardrobe.
French Doors
There is an 'achterdeur' (back door) to the garden, but it is not described as French doors.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned such as light wood, minimalism, or hygge aesthetics. The home is described as having character from 1902 with traditional elements.
Modern
While there are modern updates (2022/2023 windows, new roof, modern boiler), the home is described as having 'karakter' (character) and is a 1902 terraced house, not modern in style.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete, or raw materials.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements mentioned. This is a traditional Dutch terraced house from 1902, not a Mediterranean style property.
Classic
Built in 1902 and described as having 'karakter' (character) with a 'karakteristieke wenteltrap' (characteristic spiral staircase) and 'fraaie schouwpartij' (beautiful mantelpiece). These are classic period features.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1902, described as having 'karakter' (character) with a 'karakteristieke wenteltrap' (characteristic spiral staircase) and 'schouwpartij met sierkachel' (fireplace surround with decorative stove).
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 1902, which falls squarely in the early 20th century period.
Post War Functional
Built in 1902, this is a pre-war house, not a post-war functional building.
Modernist
While some elements have been modernized (windows in 2023, roof in 2022), the core building from 1902 with traditional features is not modernist in style.
Newly Build
The building year is explicitly stated as 1902, making it over 120 years old.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly lists the kitchen appliances (gas stove, extractor hood, sink) but does not mention a dishwasher.
Oven
No oven is mentioned in the list of kitchen equipment, which typically includes all built-in appliances.
Microwave
Not mentioned among the kitchen amenities.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as a 'hoekopstelling' (corner setup), meaning there is no island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The layout requires walking from the living room through a hall to access the kitchen, indicating it is a closed-off room.
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned in the layout or features.
Stove
The listing explicitly states the kitchen includes a 'vierpits gaskookplaat' (four-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The stove is explicitly described as gas ('gaskookplaat'), not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is listed in the kitchen features.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap (such as a Quooker) in the kitchen description.
Downdraft Extractor
The kitchen has a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family terraced house ('tussenwoning'), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described very basically as a simple corner setup without any high-end or design elements.
New Kitchen
The house was built in 1902 and there is no mention of the kitchen being recently renovated or installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Storage Room
There is no dedicated internal storage room mentioned; storage is provided via a built-in closet in the bedroom and the attic.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage; there is only a stone shed (berging).
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage on the property.
Double Garage
There is no garage on the property.
Attic
The listing describes a 'vliering' (attic/loft) accessible via a fixed staircase, used for extra storage.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The description states the stone shed offers space for bikes ('biedt ruimte voor je fietsen').
Covered Parking
Only public parking is listed; there is no mention of covered parking for cars.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the property details.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of an EV charging station or preparation for one.
Workshop
The shed is described for bikes, tools, or garden supplies, but not specifically as a workshop.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vrijstaande stenen berging' (freestanding stone shed) with electricity.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a parking spot for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of a parking spot for sale.
Rules
Owners Association
No VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren) mentioned in the listing. The property is individually maintained with recent private renovations (roof 2022, windows 2023), suggesting no shared ownership structure
Leasehold
Listing explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' meaning full freehold ownership, not leasehold (erfpacht)
Other Rules
Only transfer date preference mentioned (seller prefers 6 months after agreement), which is a negotiation point rather than a property rule
Open Viewing
Listing only mentions scheduling viewings by phone or WhatsApp, no specific open viewing days listed
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Terraced house built in 1902 with 2 living floors and a loft, no elevator is present or mentioned.
Intercom
Standard single-family terraced house with no mention of an intercom system.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the listing details or features.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the listing details or features.
Private Entrance
The property is a single-family terraced house with its own ground-floor entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property has a backyard accessible via a back alley (achterom), no automatic gate is mentioned.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the description or features.
Security Door Window Hardware
No special security hardware for doors or windows is mentioned, apart from an electric shutter on one window.
Gated Community
The house is located on a quiet street in the center of Steenbergen, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The house has a spiral staircase (wenteltrap) to access the first floor and loft, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing explicitly mentions a washing machine connection but does not state that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The description states the bathroom is equipped with a 'wasmachineaansluiting' (washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
There is no mention of a dedicated laundry room; the washing machine connection is located in the bathroom.
Dryer
A dryer is not mentioned anywhere in the property description or features list.
High Speed Internet
The property features 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which guarantees high-speed internet capabilities.
Fibre Internet
'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) is explicitly listed under the property's provisions.
Smart Home
While the meter cupboard has 'slimme meters' (smart meters), the property lacks other smart home automation features.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) installed in 2022 in the bathroom.
Cable Tv
'TV kabel' (TV cable) is explicitly listed as one of the property's provisions.
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing does not mention solar panels anywhere in the description or features.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'HR++ beglazing in de keuken en aan de achterzijde van de 1e verdieping' and mentions 'grotendeels dubbelglas' in the energy features.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR+++ beglazing op de voorzijde', which in the Dutch market corresponds to triple glazing.
Roof Insulation
The description explicitly states 'de daken zijn voorzien van isolatie' and the features list includes 'Dakisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi-boiler (Remeha Tzerra Ace, 2022) for heating and hot water, and mentions a heat pump as a future sustainability option, implying it is not currently installed.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery in the listing, and without solar panels, it is highly unlikely to have one.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Mechanical ventilation was installed in 2022, and window frames were replaced with plastic (kunststof) in 2023.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.