Energy Efficient Three-Bedroom Apartment with Two Balconies in Rotterdam-West
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Pluspunkte
- Energy label A rating, indicating low energy costs and a sustainable living environment, which is increasingly valuable in the current housing market.
- Two balconies facing east and west, allowing residents to follow the sun throughout the day from morning to evening.
- Three bedrooms within 68.9 square meters of living space, providing good utilization of the available area.
- Freehold property with no leasehold obligations, avoiding additional ground rent payments.
- Excellent location with quick access to public transportation, major highways, and various amenities including shops and recreational areas.
Nachteile
- The as is, where is sale condition means the buyer accepts the property in its current state without guarantees from the seller regarding hidden defects.
- A non-owner-occupation clause applies, which may restrict the buyer's ability to rent out the property or could limit the pool of eligible buyers when reselling.
- The monthly VvE contribution of 161.47 euros is relatively high for an apartment of this size and age.
- The property is located on the second floor of a building from 1950 with no elevator, which may be a consideration for elderly residents or those with mobility limitations.
- The building year of 1950 means the property is over 70 years old, and despite renovations, older buildings can present unexpected maintenance issues.
Beschreibung
This apartment is situated on Suiestraat in the Oud-Mathenesse district of Rotterdam. The property is located on the second floor of a characteristic portiek building dating from 1950. The apartment has been awarded energy label A, which remains valid until September 2031, indicating that the property meets high standards of energy efficiency. The total living area measures 68.9 square meters, with an additional 5.9 square meters of building-related outdoor space consisting of two balconies. A separate storage unit of approximately 8.7 square meters is located on the ground floor.
The entrance to the apartment is reached via a closed portiek with a stairway. Upon entering the hallway, all rooms are accessible from this central point. The living room is described as light and spacious, offering space for both a seating area and a dining area. The closed kitchen is located at the front of the property and is equipped with built-in appliances. This kitchen has its own balcony facing east, allowing residents to enjoy the morning sun.
The apartment contains three bedrooms, all situated at the rear of the property. The largest bedroom features a balcony facing west with a view over the communal garden, providing afternoon and evening sun. The bathroom is located internally and includes a walk-in shower and a washbasin cabinet. The toilet is separate from the bathroom and also has its own washbasin. There is a dedicated space for installing a washing machine.
The Oud-Mathenesse neighborhood is characterized as a quiet and distinctive area with a favorable location near the Van Nelle Factory and the M4H district. The Dakpark, Schiedam, and the center of Rotterdam are all within a few minutes reach. Public transportation connections are described as excellent, with metro, tram, and bus services available at the nearby Marconiplein, providing quick access to Rotterdam Center, Schiedam, and Delft.
For motorists, the location offers strategic access to the A20 and A13 highways, making the area suitable for commuters. Parking is described as relatively easy in the neighborhood. The area has undergone significant renovation in recent years and has become popular with starters and young families. The streets have been recently repaved and offer ample parking space. Various supermarkets, local shops, coffee bars, and restaurants can be found in the immediate vicinity. Larger shopping areas such as the Vierhavengebied M4H and the BigShops shopping center are a few minutes by bicycle.
The property is situated on freehold land, meaning there is no leasehold. The active Homeowners Association (VvE) requires a monthly contribution of 161.47 euros. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan, and has building insurance in place.
The sale will take place on an as is, where is basis, meaning the property is sold in its current condition. A non-owner-occupation clause applies to this property. The handover date is to be agreed upon between the parties.
The building features double glazing and wall insulation, contributing to the energy label A rating. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combination boiler that is owned by the current owner. The property has a flat roof.
Parking in the area requires a parking permit. The cadastre reference is ROTTERDAM AA 1765, and the property is in full ownership.
Ausstattung
Badezimmer
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned; no bathtub is referenced in the description or features.
Ensuite Bathroom
The hall provides access to all rooms, suggesting the bathroom is accessed from the hall rather than being directly connected to a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet ('toilet bevindt zich separaat') distinct from the bathroom, which functions as a guest toilet.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Double Shower
Only a single walk-in shower is mentioned; no indication of a double shower.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom; the shower is not shared with other households.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment; the toilet is not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafelmeubel' (singular vanity unit) is mentioned in the bathroom, with a separate single sink in the toilet room.
Gebäude Allgemein
Corner Property
Außenbereich
Balcony
The listing explicitly states the property has a balcony on both the front (East) and rear (West) sides.
Rear Garden
It is a second-floor apartment. There is a communal garden, but no private rear garden.
Front Garden
It is a second-floor apartment without a front garden.
Side Garden
It is a second-floor apartment with no side garden mentioned.
Terrace
The property has balconies, but no ground-level terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
It is an apartment without a private fenced yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the outdoor spaces are balconies.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the property description.
Guest House
The property is a 69 m² apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
The neighborhood is near the M4H area and harbors, but the apartment itself is not described as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
There is no kitchen garden in this apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment in Rotterdam with no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
There are no small livestock facilities in this apartment.
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
Rotterdam is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the second floor and views mostly consist of a communal garden and the street, not a remarkable city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The largest bedroom has a view over the communal city garden.
Remarkable Sea View
The apartment is inland and does not have a sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
While the area is near the harbor district, the apartment's specific views are of the garden and street.
Remarkable Landmark View
The Van Nelle Fabriek is nearby, but there is no mention of it being visible from the apartment.
Innenkomfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned, which is typical for a 1950s Dutch apartment of this size.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Cv-ketel' (gas combi boiler), which provides central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned, and it is uncommon in 69m2 post-war apartments.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned, and standard CV-ketel systems in these buildings typically use radiators.
Walk In Closet
Not mentioned, and highly unlikely in a 68.9m2 apartment with three bedrooms.
Home Office
While a bedroom could be used as such, no dedicated home office space or features are mentioned.
Skylight
The property has a flat roof, but no skylights are mentioned in the layout or features.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned; typical 1950s concrete/brick portiek flats do not feature these.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the description or layout.
Private Indoor Pool
Impossible in a 68.9m2 second-floor apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
Impossible in a 68.9m2 second-floor apartment.
Innenstil
Scandinavian
No mention of Scandinavian design elements such as light wood, minimalism, or specific styling.
Modern
While updated to energy label A and described as ready to move in, it is a 1950s characteristic porch complex, so it likely retains older structural elements.
Industrial
Although located near the industrial Van Nelle Fabriek area, the apartment itself is a standard residential portiek complex with no industrial features mentioned.
Mediterranean
There are no architectural or decorative elements suggestive of a Mediterranean style.
Classic
The building is from 1950 and explicitly described as a 'karakteristiek portiekcomplex' (characteristic porch complex), indicating a classic mid-century residential style.
Außenstil
Traditional Historic
Although described as a characteristic porch complex, it was built in 1950, which does not qualify as traditional or historic architecture.
Early 20th Century
The building dates back to 1950, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1950 as a porch apartment complex, it perfectly fits the post-war functional building style meant to address housing shortages.
Modernist
While it has a modern energy label A due to renovations, the structural design from 1950 is functional rather than modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) with a build year of 1950.
Küche
Kitchen Island
The apartment has a closed kitchen ('gesloten keuken') and a total size of 69m2, making an island highly unlikely.
Open Plan Kitchen
The description explicitly states it has a closed kitchen ('gesloten keuken').
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned, and it is uncommon in a 69m2 apartment from 1950.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned and highly unusual for a standard apartment of this age and type.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned, and not a standard feature in this type of property.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned, and rare in a 1950s apartment with a closed kitchen.
Shared Kitchen
This is a standard private apartment, not shared student housing.
Design Kitchen
The building is from 1950 and the kitchen is described simply as a closed kitchen with built-in appliances, with no mention of high-end design.
New Kitchen
While the apartment is 'ready to move in' and has energy label A, there is no mention of a recently renovated or new kitchen.
Parken & Lagerung
Parking
The listing mentions sufficient parking availability in the area and lists 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as the parking type.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a private storage room (berging) of approximately 9m² on the ground floor, and external storage of 8.70m².
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is mentioned, so there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned, so there is no double garage.
Attic
No attic is mentioned. The property is a second-floor apartment.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly mentions 'een gedeelde fietsenstalling' (a shared bicycle storage).
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned in the listing.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging infrastructure is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
While 'Schuur/berging' is listed as 'Inpandig' (indoor), this refers to the indoor storage room on the ground floor, not a typical outdoor garden shed.
Street Parking Free
The listing specifies 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as the parking type, indicating parking is not free but requires a permit.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly states 'Soort parkeergelegenheid: Parkeervergunningen' (type of parking: parking permits).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No monthly rental price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No sale price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Regeln
Short Term Rentals Allowed
The listing mentions a 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupation clause) which typically prohibits renting out the property including short-term rentals.
Long Term Rentals Allowed
The 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupation clause) typically prohibits the owner from renting out the property including long-term rentals.
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'Actieve VvE' (Active Owners Association) with a monthly contribution of €161,47.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Gelegen op eigen grond (geen erfpacht)' meaning the property is on freehold land with no leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing mentions 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 161,47 per maand)' indicating monthly HOA fees.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
The listing mentions 'as is, where is' sale condition and a 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupation clause).
Sicherheit & Barrierefreiheit
Elevator
The listing mentions reaching the second floor via a 'trapopgang' (staircase) and the building dates from 1950. No elevator is mentioned.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system anywhere in the listing.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras in the property description or features.
Private Entrance
The apartment is located in a 'portiekcomplex' (porch complex) with a shared stairwell, indicating a shared entrance rather than a private one.
Automatic Gate
The description outlines a standard urban apartment block with a communal garden; no automatic gate is mentioned.
Video Door Phone
No mention of a video door phone is made in the listing details.
Gated Community
The building features a shared communal garden and bike storage, but there is no indication of a gated community setup.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the second floor and is accessed exclusively via a staircase ('trapopgang') in a building from 1950, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Versorgung & Technik
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there is a separate setup space for a washing machine (aparte opstelplaats voor de wasmachine), which inherently implies the necessary connections are present.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions a separate space for the washing machine, which effectively functions as a dedicated laundry area or room.
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or dryer connections anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
No smart home features, systems, or devices are mentioned in the description or features list.
Water Softener
Water softeners are highly unusual in Dutch apartments and are not mentioned in the listing.
Energieeffizienz
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed under Energy/Isolation as 'Dubbel glas'.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under Energy/Isolation as 'muurisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler (Cv-ketel) for heating.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery, and no solar panels are listed to make it relevant.
Standort
Verlauf
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