Spacious and Well-Maintained Apartment with 2 Bedrooms and Private Parking in Haarlem
Key Features
Upsides
- The property includes a private parking space in the garage, which is a significant asset in Haarlem.
- The apartment is located in the award-winning 'Huis van Hendrik' complex, featuring high-quality architecture from 2014 and a well-maintained communal garden.
- The home is very energy-efficient with an A+ label and features a modern, well-maintained interior including a bath and separate toilet.
Downsides
- The monthly service costs are relatively high at over 269 euros per month in total.
- The kitchen is equipped with a gas stove, which may be less desirable for buyers seeking induction or electric cooking.
- As a gallery flat, the apartment may experience less privacy or more noise from the shared corridor compared to a stacked flat.
Description
This spacious and well maintained apartment is located at the Berlagelaan 46 in the city of Haarlem. The residence offers a comfortable and light living environment in a central location. With a total living area of more than 82 square meters, this property provides ample space for various living requirements. The apartment includes two bedrooms, a bright living room with an open kitchen, and a pleasant balcony. Residents also benefit from both an internal storage unit and an external storage facility. A significant feature of this property is the inclusion of a private parking space in the garage. This apartment combines space, convenience, and living comfort effectively.
The property is situated in a pleasant residential area in Haarlem. Various amenities are located within easy reach of the home. In the immediate vicinity, residents can find supermarkets, shops, and catering establishments for daily groceries and leisure. Schools and sports clubs are also located a short distance away. Public transport is well organized with bus stops and Haarlem station nearby, allowing for quick travel towards cities such as Amsterdam and Schiphol. Additionally, highways towards the Randstad are easily accessible, making this a convenient location for commuters.
The apartment is part of the Huis van Hendrik complex, which was built in 2014. The building was designed by Heren 5 Architects and received the Lieven de Key penning after its construction. This award was given due to the high quality of construction, positive appearance, and distinctive architecture. The building possesses a certain allure, ensuring that living here is not only comfortable but also stylish. From the home and the balcony, residents can enjoy a free view of the beautiful inner garden. This garden was designed by Mies Ruys and is carefully maintained, just like the rest of the building. The inner garden is intended for communal use by the residents of the complex.
Access to the complex is through a shared entrance equipped with mailboxes and an intercom system. From this point, the apartment can be reached via the stairs or the lift. Upon entering the home, one arrives in a hall that provides access to the various rooms of the apartment. The layout is practical and ensures a smooth flow through the living spaces.
The living room serves as the heart of the home. Thanks to the open layout, the space feels royal and inviting. Large window surfaces ensure an abundance of natural light and provide a pleasant view of the surroundings. There is ample room for a comfortable sitting area and a cozy dining area. The living room also provides direct access to the balcony, which offers a free view of the inner garden.
The open kitchen connects seamlessly to the living room and features a practical U-shaped layout. The kitchen has a modern appearance and is well maintained. It includes various built-in appliances. These appliances include a gas stove, an extractor hood, a built-in oven, a refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a sink. This space facilitates cooking and social gathering without any issues.
The property features two well sized bedrooms. Both rooms benefit from pleasant light incidence and offer sufficient space for a bed, wardrobe, and possibly a desk. This makes the rooms flexible to furnish, for example as a bedroom, home office, or hobby room.
The bathroom is adjacent to the hall and is fully tiled. It is equipped with a comfortable walk-in shower with a glass wall, a bathtub, a sink, and a practical storage cabinet. In addition to the bathroom, there is a separate toilet room, adding to the convenience of the layout.
The balcony is accessible from the living room and acts as a fine extension of the living space. Here one can enjoy the outside air and the view of the surroundings in peace. It serves as a pleasant place to start the day or to end it quietly. The green, spacious inner garden is communal and has a direct connection to the parking garage.
Storage options in this apartment are excellent. Inside the home, there is an internal storage room with connections for a washing machine and dryer. Additionally, the apartment has an external storage room in the building, which is ideal for extra storage needs such as bicycles or seasonal items.
Parking is straightforward with this property. The home includes a private parking space in the garage. This allows the car to be parked comfortably, safely, and always close to the home. The parking is located on closed grounds, providing extra security.
The technical aspects of the property are in good order. The service costs for the apartment are approximately 218.04 euros per month and for the parking space approximately 51.29 euros per month. The apartment is located on the third floor. The building features a gallery flat structure with a flat roof. The volume of the apartment is 274 cubic meters. The property is equipped with facilities such as a fiber optic cable connection, a lift, and mechanical ventilation.
In terms of energy, the property has an energy label A+. The insulation is fully executed. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler and a heat recovery installation. Hot water is also supplied via the central heating boiler. The specific boiler is an Intergas model, a gas-fired combi boiler from 2014, which is owned by the property.
The Owners Association, or VvE, is professionally managed. The checklist confirms that the association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, has a reserve fund, maintains a maintenance plan, and has building insurance. This ensures that the shared parts of the building are well managed for the future.
This apartment offers a complete living package in a modern building with architectural value. The combination of indoor space, outdoor balcony, storage, and private parking in a city like Haarlem makes this a property with many practical advantages. The location near amenities and transport links adds to the ease of daily life. The quality of the construction and the maintenance of the complex contribute to a pleasant living environment.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the description and 'Douche' in the features list.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the description and features list.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states the bathroom borders the hall ('grenst aan de hal'), implying it is not an ensuite accessible directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separate toiletruimte' (separate toilet room) and lists '1 apart toilet' in the features.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned in the bathroom description or feature list.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned ('inloopdouche'), and there is no indication of multiple heads or a double width.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment for sale with full ownership, not a shared living arrangement.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment for sale with full ownership, not a shared living arrangement.
His And Hers Sinks
The description mentions 'wastafel' (singular sink), indicating a single sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a balcony ('balkon') multiple times, stating it is accessible from the living room and measures 8 m².
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor. It has no private rear garden, only a communal inner garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor. It does not have a private front garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor. It does not have a private side garden.
Terrace
The listing specifies a 'balkon' (balcony). While similar, a terrace is usually distinct and on the ground level in this context, or a roof terrace, neither of which is present.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes a balcony on the 3rd floor but makes no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a specific designated barbecue area. While one might use the balcony for this, it is not a listed feature.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor and does not have a yard, fenced or otherwise.
Patio
The property features a communal inner garden ('binnentuin') and a balcony, but no private patio.
Veranda
The listing mentions a balcony, not a veranda.
Guest House
This is an apartment. There is no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The listing describes the location as in a residential area in Haarlem near amenities and roads, with no mention of water views or waterfront location.
Kitchen Garden
There is no mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment with no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban apartment with no facilities for livestock.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
There is no mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
There is no mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Haarlem, the Netherlands, which is flat. No mountain views are possible.
Remarkable City View
The listing mentions a 'free view over the surroundings' and being centrally located, but emphasizes the view of the inner garden. It does not specifically advertise a panoramic city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing specifically highlights a 'beautiful free view over the magnificent inner garden' designed by Mies Ruys from the home and balcony.
Remarkable Sea View
While near the coast, Haarlem is inland enough that specific sea views are not standard for this address and not mentioned in the text.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property is in a residential area near a park/garden, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The building itself is an award-winning landmark ('Huis van Hendrik'), but the view *from* the apartment is focused on the inner garden, not necessarily other landmarks.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions mechanical ventilation and heat recovery but does not mention air conditioning, which is rare in this type of Dutch apartment.
Central Heating
The features explicitly state there is a CV-ketel (central heating boiler) and a heat recovery installation.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features, which is consistent with modern apartment construction.
Carpeted Floors
Carpeting is highly unlikely in a modern (2014) Dutch apartment described as 'well maintained' and 'modern', and it is not listed.
Walk In Closet
The description mentions bedrooms with space for a closet and a practical storage cabinet in the bathroom, but no walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing states the bedrooms are flexible and can be used as a workroom, but there is no dedicated home office or built-in workspace mentioned.
Skylight
Not mentioned; the description refers to large windows and balcony views.
Exposed Beams
The apartment is in a modern concrete complex (2014); exposed beams are typically not a feature of this construction type.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the layout description.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment listing; a private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the features or description.
Built-In Wardrobes
The text mentions space for a closet, not built-in wardrobes.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Not mentioned; the building is modern (2014) and does not feature historical ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment is described as bright, light, and spacious with a modern open kitchen, which are elements often associated with Scandinavian design, though specific materials (like light woods) are not confirmed.
Modern
The property was built in 2014 in an award-winning complex by Heren 5 Architecten, featuring a modern open kitchen, heat recovery installation, and a sleek design.
Industrial
There is no mention of industrial features such as exposed brick, concrete, or raw materials; the architecture is described as high-quality and characteristic but not industrial.
Mediterranean
No features such as terracotta tiles, arches, or a warm color palette are described; the setting is a modern Dutch apartment complex.
Classic
The building is a new development (2014) with contemporary architecture, lacking the historical details or ornamentation of a classic style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2014 ('Huis van Hendrik'), so it is not a traditional or historic building.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2014.
Post War Functional
The building was constructed in 2014, well after the post-war reconstruction period.
Modernist
The building features modern architecture by Heren 5 Architecten and was built in 2014, fitting a contemporary modern style, though 'modernist' strictly refers to an earlier era.
Newly Build
The apartment is located in a complex built in 2014, which is relatively recent.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasmachine' (dishwasher) in the list of built-in appliances.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions 'ingebouwde oven' (built-in oven).
Microwave
The list of built-in appliances does not include a microwave, which would typically be listed if present as a built-in feature.
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator).
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koelkast' (refrigerator) but does not mention a separate freezer or a fridge-freezer combination.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'praktische U-opstelling' (practical U-shape), which usually consists of wall-mounted units rather than a central island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing describes an 'open keuken' (open kitchen) that connects seamlessly ('sluit naadloos aan') to the living room.
Pantry
There is an internal storage room ('interne berging'), but no separate pantry space is mentioned for the kitchen.
Stove
The listing explicitly mentions a 'gasfornuis' (gas stove).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a 'gasfornuis' (gas stove), confirming it is not an induction stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
The list of built-in appliances does not include a coffee maker.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap (such as a Quooker) in the kitchen features.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private apartment ('appartement') with its own facilities, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is 'modern' and located in an award-winning architectural complex, but the description focuses on practicality ('U-opstelling') rather than high-end design elements or luxury brands.
New Kitchen
The building dates from 2014, and the kitchen is described as 'goed onderhouden' (well maintained) rather than new or recently renovated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states there is an 'eigen parkeerplaats' (own parking space).
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions both an internal storage room ('interne berging') and an external storage room ('externe bergruimte' / 'Schuur/berging Box') measuring 16 m².
Garage
The parking is located in a 'parkeergarage' (parking garage) and specifically a 'Parkeerkelder' (parking cellar).
Double Garage
The listing refers to a single 'parkeerplaats' (parking space) and 'parkeerplaats' in singular form regarding service costs.
Attic
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor ('Galerijflat'). No attic is mentioned.
Cellar
While there is a parking cellar ('Parkeerkelder'), the storage is described as a 'Box' and 'berging', not explicitly as a private cellar storage room.
Covered Parking
The parking space is located inside a garage, which is covered.
Underground Parking
The listing explicitly mentions 'Parkeerkelder' (parking cellar/basement).
Workshop
The property is a residential apartment in a complex; no workshop is mentioned.
Shed
The features list 'Schuur/berging Box' (Shed/storage box).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking spot is owned ('eigen parkeerplaats'), not rented. The fee mentioned is a service cost, not a rent price.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking spot is included in the total asking price of the apartment; no separate sale price is listed for the spot.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a VvE (Owners Association) checklist and a VvE clause.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist confirms 'Inschrijving KvK' is 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist confirms 'Jaarlijkse vergadering' is 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing details service costs of €218.04 per month for the apartment and €51.29 for parking, and the VvE checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist confirms 'Reservefonds aanwezig' is 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist confirms 'Onderhoudsplan' is 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist confirms 'Opstalverzekering' is 'Ja' (Yes).
Other Rules
The listing mentions a 'Clausule toekomstige besluiten VvE' (Clause regarding future VvE decisions).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states that the home is reached via 'trap of lift' (stairs or lift) and lists 'lift' in the facilities.
Intercom
The description mentions entering the complex via a shared entrance with 'brievenbussen en intercoms' (mailboxes and intercoms).
Private Entrance
The listing states the property is entered via a 'gezamenlijke entree' (shared entrance).
Gated Community
While the parking is described as being on enclosed terrain/in a garage, the apartment building itself is a standard urban complex on a public street (Berlagelaan), not a private gated residential community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has an elevator and is modern (built in 2014), which facilitates access, but the listing lacks specific details about wide doorways, threshold-free access, or adapted sanitary facilities required for full wheelchair accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description lists kitchen appliances like a dishwasher and fridge, but does not explicitly mention a washing machine. It mentions 'aansluiting voor witgoed' (connections for white goods) in the internal storage, implying a machine is likely not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states 'Interne berging met aansluiting voor witgoed' (internal storage with connections for white goods).
Laundry Room
The property features an 'interne berging' (internal storage room) equipped with white goods connections, which functions as a laundry/utility room in the context of Dutch apartments.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, a dryer is not listed among the present appliances, only connections are mentioned.
High Speed Internet
The features list 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which provides high-speed internet infrastructure.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly includes 'Glasvezelkabel' in the facility provisions.
Smart Home
There is no mention of smart home features, home automation, or smart locks in the description.
Ventilation System
The features list 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) and the heating section mentions a heat recovery installation ('warmte terugwininstallatie').
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the description or feature list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the description or features. The heating is provided by a gas combi-boiler.
Double Glazing
Built in 2014 with an Energy Label A+ and listed as fully insulated, which implies at least double glazing (HR++) is standard.
Wall Insulation
The listing states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and the building dates from 2014 with an A+ energy label.
Floor Insulation
As part of the 'fully insulated' package for a modern apartment complex built in 2014.
Roof Insulation
The property has a flat roof and is listed as fully insulated, consistent with 2014 building standards for an A+ label.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly listed as a 'gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler).
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery, which is unlikely for a 2014 property without solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing explicitly mentions a 'warmte terugwininstallatie' (heat recovery installation) and mechanical ventilation.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.