Charming Ground Floor Apartment with Private Garden in Middelland Rotterdam
Key Features
Description
This attractive ground floor apartment is situated at 1e Middellandstraat 61-A in the vibrant Middelland district of Rotterdam. Built in 1902, this charming residence offers 50 square meters of living space and presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, young professionals, or investors seeking a property in the heart of the city.
The apartment features a spacious and inviting living room that immediately conveys a sense of warmth and comfort. Large windows allow an abundance of natural light to flood the space, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. The open-plan kitchen is modern and functional, equipped with essential appliances including a cooking plate, refrigerator, and extractor hood. This layout creates an ideal environment for both everyday living and entertaining guests.
The residence comprises two rooms in total, with one generously sized bedroom providing comfortable accommodation. The open bathroom design offers a touch of luxury, featuring a stylish design bathtub, a modern shower, and a sleek sink. There is also a separate toilet for added convenience. The apartment is equipped with mechanical ventilation, ensuring proper air circulation and a healthy living environment.
One of the most compelling features of this property is its private back garden. Measuring 27 square meters with dimensions of 5.71 meters deep and 4.69 meters wide, this outdoor space faces north and offers a rare opportunity to enjoy private outdoor living in the city center. The garden provides a peaceful retreat from the busy urban environment and is perfect for relaxation, dining al fresco, or cultivating plants and flowers.
The property has been well-maintained both inside and out. Heating and hot water are provided by a HR combination boiler from 2020, which is owned by the current owner. The entire apartment features double glazing, contributing to energy efficiency and reduced heating costs. The energy label C rating reflects the property's reasonable energy performance.
The apartment is located on the ground floor of a building with a pitched roof covered in tiles. The building is situated on its own ground, meaning the buyer will have full ownership without leasehold complications. An active owners association (VvE) is in place with a monthly contribution of approximately €100.49, which covers maintenance and administration. The VvE is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, and has building insurance. However, it should be noted that there is no formal maintenance plan in place.
The location of this apartment is exceptionally convenient. Middelland is a dynamic neighborhood in Rotterdam, known for its diverse array of shops, restaurants, cafes, and cultural institutions. The property sits directly on a shopping street, placing everyday amenities within easy walking distance. Rotterdam Central Station is just a few minutes away, providing excellent public transportation connections throughout the city and beyond. Schools and other essential services are also nearby.
Parking in the area is available through paid public parking or with a parking permit. The property faces a busy road and is located in the city center, which is important to consider for those sensitive to urban noise.
There are several special considerations for this purchase. The seller has not occupied the property themselves, which will be reflected in the purchase deed with a non-occupancy clause. Additionally, the property is being sold with old age, foundation, and purchase protection clauses, which are standard for older properties in Rotterdam. These clauses provide certain protections for buyers regarding the property's condition and future saleability.
The property is immediately available for occupation, with acceptance possible right away. The transfer will take place through a designated project notary. The asking price is €275,000 including transfer costs, which equates to €5,500 per square meter of living space.
This apartment represents a unique opportunity to acquire a property with genuine outdoor space in a central Rotterdam location. The combination of the private garden, modern amenities, recent boiler replacement, and double glazing throughout makes this an attractive proposition in the current market.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'douche' (shower) as one of the bathroom facilities under 'Badkamervoorzieningen'.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'design ligbad' (design bathtub) as one of the bathroom facilities under 'Badkamervoorzieningen'.
En-Suite Bathroom
The listing describes the bathroom as a 'luxe open badkamer' (luxury open bathroom) directly connected to the 'royale slaapkamer' (spacious bedroom), suggesting direct access. However, the term 'open' typically indicates an open-plan layout rather than a traditional ensuite with a dedicated door.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet) under the 'Indeling' section, indicating a guest/separate toilet distinct from the main bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
There is no mention of a 'handdoekradiator' or heated towel rail anywhere in the listing description or specifications.
Bidet
The bathroom facilities listed include only 'douche, ligbad en wastafel' (shower, bathtub and sink). No bidet is mentioned.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions a standard 'douche' (shower) but does not specify a 'regendouche' or rain shower head.
Double Shower
The listing mentions only a single 'douche' (shower) with no indication of a double or dual shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a residential apartment with its own private bathroom facilities. Shared shower facilities are not applicable.
Shared Toilet
This is a residential apartment with its own private toilet facilities, including a separate guest toilet. Shared toilet facilities are not applicable.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing mentions only 'wastafel' (single sink) in the bathroom facilities. There is no indication of double sinks or his-and-hers configuration.
Heated Bathroom Floor
There is no mention of a 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating) in the bathroom or any heated floor system.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony mentioned in the listing. The only outdoor space is the rear garden.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a 'royale, achtertuin van 27m2' (spacious rear garden of 27m2) with dimensions 5.71m deep and 4.69m wide.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned in the listing.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned in the listing.
Terrace
No terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
The property is located on a busy street in the city center, not near water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
Property is in Rotterdam city center, no mountain views applicable.
Remarkable City View
Located in the bustling city center of Rotterdam on a busy shopping street. City views are likely but not explicitly described.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has a 27m2 rear garden which could provide garden views, but no specific view description is provided.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned in the listing. Rotterdam harbour is known but not visible from this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No mention of air conditioning in the listing. Only mechanical ventilation and central heating via CV-ketel are mentioned.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentioned: verwarming via CV-ketel (Hr gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, eigendom). The heating system is owned by the apartment owner.
Fireplace
No mention of a fireplace in the listing. The apartment has central heating via HR combiketel as the heating source.
Underfloor Heating
No mention of underfloor heating. The listing only mentions central heating via CV-ketel.
Walk-In Closet
No mention of a walk-in closet. The listing mentions a 'royale slaapkamer' (spacious bedroom) but no specific closet details.
Home Office
No mention of a home office space. The listing describes a 50m² apartment with 2 rooms (1 bedroom), but does not mention a dedicated workspace.
Skylight
No mention of skylights in the listing. The apartment is on the ground floor (begane grond) with large windows for natural light.
Exposed Beams
No mention of exposed beams. The listing describes a well-maintained interior but does not mention structural or decorative beams.
Bay Window
No mention of bay windows. The listing mentions 'grote ramen' (large windows) but does not specify bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
No mention of a pool. This is a 50m² ground floor apartment in a city center, clearly not featuring a private pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
No mention of a sauna. The bathroom features a design bath, shower, and sink, but no sauna.
French Doors
No mention of French doors. The listing describes access to a 27m² rear garden via the ground floor location but does not specify door type.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No mention of ornamental plasterwork. While the building dates from 1902, the listing focuses on modern updates and good maintenance rather than original architectural details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions a cozy city apartment with good maintenance and a warm atmosphere, but no explicit Scandinavian design elements. No mention of light colors, minimalism, or specific Scandinavian furniture styles.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes a 'moderne open keuken' (modern open kitchen) with cooking plate, refrigerator, and range hood, and a 'luxe open badkamer' (luxurious open bathroom) with design bath. The HR combiketel from 2020 and modern mechanical ventilation support this. However, being a 1902 building, there may be some classic elements.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned. The apartment is described as charming and cozy, with no exposed brick, metal fixtures, or warehouse-style features.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements mentioned. The listing describes a standard Dutch city apartment with no references to warm Mediterranean colors, terracotta, or similar design influences.
Classic
While the building dates from 1902, no specific classic architectural elements like ornamental plasterwork, ceiling roses, or period features are mentioned. The description focuses on modern updates rather than original classic details.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Building built in 1902, over 120 years old, which qualifies as historic/traditional. The listing mentions a unique atmosphere ('unieke sfeer').
Early 20th Century
Construction year 1902 is clearly stated. This falls squarely in the early 20th century period.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1902, well before post-war period (1945 onwards).
Modernist
While the interior has modern features (open kitchen, design bathroom), the building itself is from 1902 and not architecturally modernist.
Newly Built
Built in 1902, clearly not newly built.
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned: 'koelkast' is listed among kitchen appliances.
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island in the description.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states 'moderne open keuken' (modern open kitchen), indicating an open layout.
Stove
A 'kookplaat' (cooktop) is mentioned, which indicates a cooking surface is present.
Built-in Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared facility.
Designer Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'moderne open keuken' (modern open kitchen), suggesting a contemporary design, but no specific high-end design brand or style details are provided.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'moderne' (modern) and the CV ketel is from 2020, but it is not explicitly stated that the kitchen was recently renovated or installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Parking is available but public/paid only - betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen. No private parking included.
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists.
Attic
This is a ground floor apartment (benedenwoning) in a building from 1902. No attic is mentioned.
Covered Parking
Only public paid parking and parking permits are mentioned. No covered parking.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Free Street Parking
Listing explicitly states betaald parkeren (paid parking) and parkeervergunningen, not free street parking.
Street Parking Permit
Listing mentions 'parkeervergunningen' as the type of parking available.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'de VvE is actief' with a monthly contribution of €100.49.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'eigen grond' (own ground/freehold) under 'Bijzonderheden'.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist section explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist section explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Owners Association Fees
The listing explicitly states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 100,49 per maand)' and 'Bijdrage VvE: € 100,49 per maand'.
Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist section explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist section explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee'.
Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist section explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
No elevator mentioned. Given the property is a ground floor apartment (benedenwoning) in a 1902 building in the city center, an elevator is unlikely to be present.
Intercom
No intercom system is mentioned in the listing or property features.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned. City center location with no mention of security measures.
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate mentioned. The property is located on a busy shopping street in the city center.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone system is mentioned in the listing.
Gated Community
The property is explicitly described as being in the bustling city center on a busy shopping street, which is the opposite of a gated community setting.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the ground floor, which theoretically provides easier access, but no specific wheelchair accessibility modifications are mentioned. The 1902 building age suggests potential barriers.
Utilities & Technical
Smart Home
The listing mentions a central heating system with HR combi boiler from 2020, mechanical ventilation, and double glazing throughout. No mention of smart home features, home automation systems, or intelligent building controls.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states under 'Voorzieningen' (Features): 'Mechanische ventilatie' (Mechanical ventilation). This is also mentioned in the description as one of the special features ('speciale kenmerken zoals een centrale verwarming met eigen hr-combiketel uit 2020, mechanische ventilatie'). The confidence is high as this is explicitly stated in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. The property was built in 1902, and energy label C suggests no solar panels are installed.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated: 'de woning is geheel voorzien van dubbelglas' (the property is fully equipped with double glazing).
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned. No mention of triple glazing.
Heat Pump
Listing explicitly states 'Cv-ketel: Hr (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, eigendom)' - this is a gas-fired combi boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system. Energy label C suggests standard energy setup.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Listing mentions HR combi boiler from 2020 (energy-efficient), mechanical ventilation, and double glazing. Energy label C indicates decent but not top-tier energy efficiency.