House for sale • 200 m² without real estate, Lower Saxony

Historical Captain’s House (1920) – 200 m² of Living Space + 420 m² Building Plot in a Prime Location

Property Description:

A house with history, soul, and genuine added value.

This impressive captain’s house from 1920 is much more than a mere property – it’s a piece of history built to last. With approximately 200 m² of living area and a total plot size of 1,042 m², this property offers a rare combination of historic charm and future-proof potential.

The Highlight for Investors and Families:

The purchase price includes a building plot of about 420 m². Whether you wish to build on it yourself, utilize it as a huge garden, or sell it to help finance the purchase price – all options are at your fingertips.

Interior & Features: Style Meets Substance

Ground Floor: 5 spacious, light-filled rooms (currently used as a practice space) that can be expanded to 7 rooms with simple conversion work. A standout feature is the huge living-dining area complete with a cozy fireplace stove.

A Secret Under the Laminate: In almost all ground floor rooms, beneath the current floor covering, lies the original herringbone parquet in excellent condition – a dream for any old building enthusiast!

Upper Floor: 4 (up to 5) bright rooms, one of which has its own balcony.

Condition: The electrical system in the basement has been renewed, the walls are partially built in a three-wall (triple-wall) solid construction and are largely additionally insulated with Ytong. The result: an excellent energy efficiency rating of Class D (106 kWh) – an outstanding value for a house of this era!

Location & Infrastructure:

Situated in the very heart of Rhauderfehn, you enjoy perfect connectivity. Doctors, schools, and all shopping facilities are within walking distance. The towns of Leer and Papenburg are only 15 minutes away.

Key Features:

• Historic herringbone parquet (can be uncovered)

• Triple-wall masonry with Ytong insulation

• Energy Class D (energy certificate available)

• Fireplace stove for cozy warmth

• Great potential for loft conversions & 2 basement rooms

• Barrier-free access possible on the ground floor

• 5 parking spaces right at the house

Other Information:

The property was most recently used as a physiotherapy practice and is therefore in top-maintained technical condition. For conversion to a purely residential property, only the installation of a shower (connections available) and the final renovation of two rooms on the upper floor (materials already provided!) are needed.

Central Location:

• Central living & working in the heart of East Frisia

The property is located in an attractive and excellently connected area in the center of Rhauderfehn (Leer district). The neighborhood features well-kept single-family homes and generous green spaces, creating a pleasant and quiet residential atmosphere without sacrificing the benefits of a central location.

Infrastructure & Amenities:

Everything you need for daily life is within walking distance. The variety of shopping options, supermarkets, and service providers is above average. Particularly noteworthy is the excellent medical care: a wide range of general and specialist doctors as well as pharmacies are in the immediate vicinity – an invaluable advantage for families, seniors, or continuation of commercial use (e.g., practice/office).

Education & Leisure:

Schools and kindergartens are easily and safely accessible. The surrounding area, with its typical East Frisian fen landscapes, invites you to enjoy long walks and cycling tours.

Transport (by Car):

Thanks to excellent connections to the B70 and B438, you can reach the surrounding towns in no time:

• Leer: approx. 15 minutes

• Papenburg: approx. 15 minutes

• Aurich: approx. 30 minutes

• Emden: approx. 40 minutes

• Oldenburg: approx. 50 minutes

The Dutch border is also only a short drive away, which makes the location extremely attractive for cross-border commuters or investors from the Netherlands.

High-Quality Construction Meets Historic Charm:

The features of this captain’s house are characterized by an exceptionally solid construction and carefully crafted details that combine modern comfort with the flair of the 1920s.

Interior Highlights:

• Original herringbone parquet: A real gem for enthusiasts! Under the currently installed laminate on the ground floor lies historic parquet in very good condition, waiting to be uncovered.

• Solid wooden staircase: The stylish staircase is not only an eyecatcher but, according to the owner, can also be retrofitted to meet fire safety standards without difficulty (ideal for commercial conversion or shared housing).

• Cozy warmth: A large fireplace stove on the ground floor provides a pleasant atmosphere and supports the efficient heating of the house.

• Freshly renovated: The wallpapers and interior doors (high-quality white lacquer) are as good as new. On the upper floor, laminate flooring is already in place for the last two rooms and is neatly packaged.

Energy & Technology:

• Plus in solid construction: The house is built in a triple-wall (!) construction and was largely additionally insulated with Ytong. This explains the excellent energy rating (Class D) for a property of this age.

• Modernized windows: Almost all windows have been renewed in the last 10 years (double-glazing).

• Electrical system: All the electrical installations in the basement have already been modernized.

Outdoor Area & Bonus:

• Parking spaces: Directly behind the house are 5 paved parking spaces – ideal for visitors, clients, or a large family.

• Additional storage: A very large, dry loft plus two practical basement rooms offer plenty of space.

• The building plot: Included in the purchase price is the approximately 420 m² large plot, which can be built on separately or sold.

If you need more details, images, and background information on this property, please let me know, and I’d be happy to send you a link to our project website after your initial inquiry.