Spacious family home with basement apartment, garden and carport in Aalsmeer
Key Features
Description
Located on 1e J.C. Mensinglaan in the popular residential area of Aalsmeer Zuid, this spacious semi-detached family home offers an exceptional amount of living space spread across three floors, making it an ideal choice for families seeking room to grow. The property features four bedrooms, a fully finished basement level, a generously sized garden oriented towards the southeast, and parking on private grounds beneath a carport.
The ground floor begins with an entrance hall that provides access to the guest toilet with a hand basin, the staircase leading to the first floor, the basement level, and the main living area. The living room is designed as a through room, benefiting from large windows on both sides as well as side windows, which together create a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout the day. The room offers ample space for a comfortable seating arrangement as well as a large dining table, and it is equipped with air conditioning for year round comfort. A door from the living room opens onto the terrace, extending the living space outdoors during the warmer months.
The kitchen is finished in a modern style, combining white surfaces with a wood grain finish for a contemporary yet warm appearance. It comes equipped with a full suite of built in appliances, including an induction cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, oven, and a combination oven and microwave. Both the living room and the kitchen provide direct access to the terrace, which is positioned on the southeast side of the property. This orientation ensures excellent sunlight exposure throughout the day, and a manual sunblind is in place to provide shade on particularly warm days. The window frames on this floor are made of maintenance free synthetic material.
The basement level represents a particularly valuable feature of this property, offering versatile additional space that can serve a variety of purposes. The largest room in the basement is a garden room with double doors opening directly to the rear garden, along with a built in wardrobe along one wall. This room can easily function as an additional living area, a home office, a hobby room, or a playroom for children, depending on the needs of the household. It is also possible to adapt the layout of this floor to create a fully independent living unit with a kitchenette, making it suitable for multi generational living, hosting guests, or generating rental income, subject to relevant permits.
The basement floor further contains a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and washbasin. An adjacent separate room houses a bathtub, the connections for the washing machine and dryer, and the central heating boiler. The CV boiler dates from 2020 and is owned rather than rented. A door from this room provides additional access to the rear garden.
The first floor accommodates four bedrooms and a second bathroom. The master bedroom is situated at the rear of the property and is equipped with its own air conditioning unit. Two of the bedrooms on this floor are connected to each other, which opens up various configuration possibilities, such as combining them into one large master suite, using one as a walk in closet, or maintaining them as separate rooms for children or siblings. At the front of the house are two additional bedrooms. All four bedrooms include built in wardrobes, providing practical and generous storage space. The bathroom on this floor is modern and well sized, fitted with a shower, toilet, double washbasin with a vanity unit, and floor heating. Natural light enters the room through a window, contributing to a pleasant and airy feel.
The rear garden is notably spacious given the plot size of 323 square metres. Oriented towards the southeast, the garden receives sun for most of the day, offering multiple seating areas where one can enjoy outdoor living from morning until evening. The combination of the terrace adjacent to the living areas and the garden at basement level means the property offers excellent outdoor space at different levels. At the back of the garden is a carport, which provides covered parking on private land. The shared driveway is accessible through an electric gate and is used in common with the neighbours.
The property is situated in a child friendly neighbourhood in the southern part of Aalsmeer, a town known for its quiet residential character and its comprehensive range of local amenities. Schools, public transport links, sports facilities, and shops for daily groceries are all easily accessible. The Ophelialaan, a popular local shopping street with specialty stores and a supermarket, is within close proximity. The centre of Aalsmeer and the recreational area surrounding the Westeinderplassen, which offers lakes, beaches, and walking and cycling paths, are both nearby. The location is well connected for commuters, with Amsterdam, Hoofddorp, and Schiphol Airport all within reasonable reach via the regional road network.
The construction date of the house is 1958. It has double glazed windows throughout and an energy label of D, valid until 29 April 2036. The property is offered at an asking price of 699,000 euros costs to buyer. The buyer is entitled to choose the notary for the transfer, provided that the notary has an office in Aalsmeer, Uithoorn, or Amstelveen, or within five kilometres of the property. Should the buyer prefer a notary outside this area, the seller and the selling agent may charge additional fees to cover extra administrative costs.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 2 douches: one in the basement bathroom and one in the bathroom on the first floor.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'een aparte ruimte met een ligbad' (a separate room with a bathtub) in the basement level.
En-Suite Bathroom
While there are two bathrooms mentioned, the listing does not specifically state that the master bedroom has an attached ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'het toilet met fonteintje' in the hal/entrance area, which functions as a guest toilet.
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the listing. Only floor heating (vloerverwarming) is mentioned for the bathroom.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet in the listing.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions 'douche' but does not specify the type of shower head.
Double Shower
While there are 2 separate showers in 2 different bathrooms, the listing does not mention a double shower (two shower heads in one enclosure).
Shared Shower
Each bathroom has its own shower facility; they are not shared.
Shared Toilet
Each bathroom has its own toilet, and there is a separate guest toilet. No mention of shared toilet facilities.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly mentions 'een dubbele wastafel met meubel' (a double sink with furniture) in the first floor bathroom.
Heated Bathroom Floor
The listing explicitly states 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating) in the first floor bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Explicitly listed in the features as 'Balkon aanwezig' (Balcony present)
Rear Garden
Explicitly described as 'Achtertuin' and mentions 'royale achtertuin gelegen op het zuidoosten' (spacious backyard facing southeast)
Front Garden
Described in the listing: 'Via de voortuin bereik je de entree van de woning' (Through the front garden you reach the entrance)
Side Garden
Semi-detached house (2-onder-1-kap) typically shares one side with neighbor. The shared driveway with electric gate is mentioned
Terrace
Described multiple times: 'Dit terras heeft een fijn formaat' with sun awning, located at ground floor level
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of rooftop terrace in the listing
Barbecue Area
No specific mention of barbecue facilities, though outdoor space is present
Patio
Terrace functions as patio area; described with access from both living room and kitchen
Veranda
Terrace with sun awning present, but no specific veranda mentioned
Guest House
No mention of guest house or separate living unit
Waterfront
Located near Westeinderplassen recreational area but not directly on water
Kitchen Garden
No mention of vegetable garden or kitchen garden
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of stables or horse facilities
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of chicken coops or small livestock
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of swimming pool
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of jacuzzi or hot tub
Private Tennis Court
No mention of tennis court
Remarkable Mountain View
Netherlands is a flat country; no mountain views in this area
Remarkable City View
Located in residential area, no mention of city views
Remarkable Garden View
Large 323m² plot with spacious backyard on southeast orientation. Mentioned as 'fijn formaat' but not exceptional
Remarkable Sea View
Netherlands sea views not applicable to this inland location near Aalsmeer
Remarkable Harbour View
No mention of harbor views
Remarkable Landmark View
No mention of landmark views
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Explicitly mentioned: the living room has air conditioning, and the master bedroom also has air conditioning installed.
Central Heating
Central heating confirmed via gas-fired combination boiler (CV-ketel) from 2020, which is the primary heating system for the entire property.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Underfloor Heating
The modern bathroom on the first floor explicitly mentions 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating) as a feature.
Walk-In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned. All bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, but no walk-in closet specifically.
Home Office
The souterrain is described as suitable for use as 'werkruimte' (workspace), making it potentially usable as a home office.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in the listing.
Exposed Beams
Exposed beams are not mentioned in the property description.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned. The listing describes a 'doorzonwoonkamer' (through-living room with windows on both sides) but not a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing explicitly states 'Alle slaapkamers beschikken over vaste kasten' (All bedrooms have built-in wardrobes) and mentions a 'vaste kastenwand' (fixed wardrobe wall) in the tuinkamer.
French Doors
The souterrain 'tuinkamer' features 'openslaande deuren naar de achtertuin' (French/sliding doors to the backyard garden).
Ornamental Plasterwork
Ornamental plasterwork is not mentioned in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a traditional Dutch semi-detached family home from 1958. While there are some modern elements like the updated kitchen and bathrooms, the overall style and character align more with classic Dutch architecture rather than Scandinavian design.
Modern
The property features a modern kitchen with built-in appliances, two modern bathrooms (one with floor heating), and air conditioning. However, the 1958 construction year and classic layout suggest a mix of modern updates within a traditional structure.
Industrial
No industrial design elements are mentioned in this listing. The property is a classic Dutch family home with traditional finishes.
Mediterranean
This is a Dutch suburban property in Aalsmeer with no Mediterranean architectural or design influences described.
Classic
Built in 1958 as a traditional Dutch two-under-one-roof house with characteristic layout, original construction details, and classic neighborhood setting in Aalsmeer Zuid.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
1958 construction is mid-20th century; Dutch architecture from this period has its own character but not typically considered traditional/historic like pre-war or monument properties
Early 20th Century
Built in 1958, which is post-WWII, not early 20th century. Early 20th century would be circa 1900-1940
Post-War Functional
1958 is clearly post-war construction; this was a period of mass housing production in the Netherlands. Semi-detached houses were very common in this era as functional, efficient housing
Modernist
Some modern updates (2020 CV, modern kitchen, AC) but the base structure and style is from 1958 functionalist era, not contemporary modernist
Newly Built
Built in 1958, clearly not newly built. The 'Nieuw' in title likely refers to being newly listed on the market
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) as one of the built-in appliances in the modern kitchen.
Oven
The listing mentions both an 'oven' and a 'combi oven/magnetron' (combination oven/microwave) as built-in kitchen appliances.
Microwave
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combi oven/magnetron' (combination oven/microwave) as built-in kitchen equipment.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) as one of the built-in appliances in the kitchen.
Freezer
The listing mentions 'vriezer' (freezer) as one of the built-in appliances in the kitchen.
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island in the description or features list.
Pantry
No dedicated pantry room or walk-in pantry is mentioned. The listing mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) in the basement, but this is not a pantry.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop) as part of the kitchen equipment.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly mentions 'inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop) as the cooking surface in the kitchen.
Built-in Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the listing. The described appliances are limited to cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, oven, and combination oven/microwave.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker) is mentioned in the listing. Only standard kitchen appliances are described.
Shared Kitchen
This is a single-family residential property with a private kitchen for the occupants, not a shared kitchen arrangement.
Designer Kitchen
The kitchen is described as modern and finished in a stylish combination of white and wood-look, suggesting a contemporary design. However, the term 'design kitchen' is not explicitly used.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as modern, suggesting it may have been recently updated, but the exact age or renovation date is not specified. The CV ketel is from 2020, but the kitchen age is not mentioned.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Explicitly mentions 'carport' at the rear of the rear garden for parking on own land, plus a shared driveway with electric gate.
Storage Room
Listing mentions 'vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden storage shed) under Bergruimte, plus fixed wardrobes in bedrooms and a fixed wardrobe wall in the souterrain. Storage is available but not a dedicated full-size storage room.
Garage
No garage is mentioned. The only covered parking is the carport. Listing does not reference a garage structure.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage, so no automatic garage door. An electric gate exists for the shared driveway, but this is not a garage door.
Double Garage
No garage of any kind is mentioned. Only a single carport exists.
Attic
Listing describes 3 woonlagen (ground floor, first floor, souterrain). No attic is mentioned. Souterrain is described as a basement-level floor, not an attic.
Cellar
The property has a souterrain (basement level) with a garden room, bathroom, and laundry/bath area with direct garden access. This functions as a cellar.
Covered Parking
Carport at the rear of the property provides covered parking on own terrain.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
EV Charging Station
No EV charging point is mentioned in the listing or listed features.
Shed
Listed explicitly under 'Bergruimte': 'Schuur/berging: Vrijstaande houten berging' (freestanding wooden storage shed).
Parking Spot Rent (per month)
No rental parking spots are mentioned in the listing.
Parking Spot Sale Price
No parking spots for sale are mentioned in the listing.
Rules
Owners Association
This is a 2-onder-één-kapwoning (semi-detached house), not an apartment. The listing only mentions a shared driveway ('De oprit wordt gedeeld met de buren') and a shared electric gate with the neighbors. This is a private shared arrangement between two homeowners, not a formal VvE (owners association). No VvE is mentioned in the listing.
Leasehold
Both kadastrale plots (AALSMEER C 2279: 263 m² and AALSMEER C 5495: 60 m²) are listed as 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold). The total kadastral area of 323 m² matches the perceel size. This is confirmed freehold ownership.
Other Rules
No specific house rules, HOA rules, or community guidelines are mentioned in the listing. The property is described as a standard residential home in a child-friendly neighborhood.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a 3-storey house (souterrain, ground floor, first floor) with no mention of an elevator anywhere in the description.
Intercom
No mention of an intercom system in the listing.
Alarm System
No mention of any alarm system in the property description.
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras in the listing.
Private Entrance
This is a semi-detached house (2-onder-1-kapwoning) with a shared driveway. While each unit has its own entrance, it is shared with neighbors.
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions 'elektrisch hek' (electric gate) at the shared driveway entrance.
Video Door Phone
No mention of a video door phone in the listing.
Gated Community
While there is an electric gate at the shared driveway, this is for the private driveway and does not constitute a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
This is a 3-storey house with a basement/souterrain and steep interior stairs leading to multiple levels. There is no mention of any wheelchair accessibility features such as ramps or ground-floor bedroom.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'de aansluitingen voor de wasmachine' in the basement utility area, confirming the presence of washing machine connections.
Washing Machine Connections
Explicitly stated: 'de aansluitingen voor de wasmachine en de droger' - connections for washing machine and dryer are present.
Laundry Room
No dedicated laundry room is mentioned. The washing machine and dryer connections are located in a utility area that also contains a bathtub, making this not a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
The listing mentions 'de aansluitingen voor ... de droger' - connections for the dryer are present in the basement.
High-Speed Internet
The listing mentions 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) as a feature, which typically indicates high-speed internet capability, though not explicitly stated as internet service.
Fibre Internet
'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) is explicitly mentioned under voorzieningen (facilities), indicating fiber internet availability.
Smart Home
No smart home features (such as smart thermostats, automated lighting, or smart security systems) are mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Ventilation System
The listing only mentions 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which indicates no mechanical ventilation system is present.
Water Softener
No mention of a water softener system is made anywhere in the listing description or features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing. A modern upgrade like solar panels would typically be highlighted as a selling point, especially given the energy label D.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated under 'Isolatie: Dubbel glas'. The listing also mentions kunststof kozijnen (plastic window frames) on one floor, consistent with double glazing.
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned. No indication of triple glazing anywhere in the listing.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states 'Cv-ketel: Gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, eigendom' (gas-fired combi boiler from 2020). This confirms no heat pump is present.
Home Battery
No mention of any home battery or energy storage system. Given the lack of solar panels and the gas boiler system, a home battery would be highly unusual and would typically be mentioned.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Additional energy-related features: vloerverwarming (underfloor heating) in the main bathroom, which can be energy efficient; zonwering (sun awning) on the terrace to reduce cooling needs; relatively modern CV-ketel from 2020; and airconditioning present (though primarily for cooling). The property has energy label D, indicating moderate energy performance. No other significant energy efficiency measures are mentioned.