Corner apartment with two bedrooms and terrace in Rotterdam Spangen
Key Features
Description
This charming corner apartment is situated on the second floor of a residential complex in the Spangen district of Rotterdam. The property offers approximately 66 square meters of living space and features two full-sized bedrooms, making it suitable for couples, young families, or professionals seeking comfortable urban living.
The layout of the apartment is thoughtfully designed to maximize both space and natural light. Upon entering through the private front door, you arrive in a hallway that provides access to all rooms within the dwelling. The apartment benefits from large windows on multiple sides due to its corner position, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day.
The living room is spacious and open, offering ample room for a comfortable seating area and a dining section. The adjacent kitchen forms a cohesive unit with the living space, creating an ideal environment for everyday cooking and entertaining. Both the living room and kitchen provide direct access to the terrace, which extends the living area outdoors and provides a pleasant spot for relaxation during warmer months. The terrace measures approximately 6 square meters and overlooks the quiet interior gardens of the complex.
At the rear of the apartment, you will find two well-proportioned bedrooms that face the peaceful inner courtyards of the residential complex. These rooms are versatile and can serve as sleeping quarters, a home office, or a guest room depending on your needs. The bathroom is practically arranged and equipped with a shower cabin and a sink. There is also sufficient space for installing a washing machine and a dryer. A separate toilet with a small hand basin is located adjacent to the bathroom.
The building features a closed entrance with an intercom system and a stairwell providing access to all floors. An external storage unit is included with the apartment, offering convenient extra space for bicycles, tools, or seasonal items.
The apartment is equipped with plastic window frames featuring double glazing, ensuring good thermal insulation and noise reduction. The property holds an energy label A, indicating efficient energy performance. Heating and hot water are provided by a central heating system, with an Intergas combination boiler from 2021 that is owned by the current owner.
The apartment is situated in a well-established residential neighborhood with excellent accessibility to central Rotterdam. Daily necessities and various shops are within easy reach, including the nearby Dakpark and Schiedamseweg area. The Marconiplein metro, tram, and bus station is a short walk away, providing frequent connections throughout the city. Major roadways such as the A20 motorway are quickly accessible, making it easy to travel in and out of Rotterdam by car.
The monthly homeowners association contribution amounts to 139 euros, covering maintenance of common areas, building insurance, and contributions to the reserve fund. The association is active and healthy, with regular meetings and a maintenance plan in place. The ground lease has been prepaid until 2064, with the current lease period running until 2086.
This property represents a well-maintained apartment in a convenient location with good transport links and practical amenities nearby. The combination of two bedrooms, the terrace, and the energy-efficient profile makes it an attractive option for those seeking a comfortable home in Rotterdam.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'douchecabine' (shower cabin) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
Only a shower cabin is mentioned, no bathtub is referenced in the description.
En-Suite Bathroom
The bathroom appears to be a shared/family bathroom accessible from the hall, not connected directly to a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states 'Het separate toilet met fonteintje bevindt zich naast de badkamer' (separate toilet with sink next to the bathroom).
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned; the separate toilet only has a sink mentioned.
Double Shower
Only one shower cabin is mentioned in the bathroom description.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment, not a shared living situation.
Shared Toilet
The separate toilet is within the private apartment, not shared with others.
His & Hers Sinks
Only 'een wastafel' (a sink, singular) is mentioned in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Rear Garden
This is a 2nd floor apartment. The bedrooms overlook communal inner gardens (binnentuinen) but there is no private rear garden.
Front Garden
This is a 2nd floor apartment with no mention of a front garden.
Side Garden
This is a 2nd floor apartment with no mention of a side garden.
Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a terrace (terras) multiple times, accessible from both the living room and kitchen: 'direct bereikbaar vanuit de woonkamer en keuken'.
Rooftop Terrace
The apartment is on the 2nd floor with a flat roof but there is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Fenced Yard
This is a 2nd floor apartment with no private yard.
Patio
The outdoor space is specifically called a terrace (terras), not a patio. Being on the 2nd floor makes a traditional patio unlikely.
Veranda
No mention of a veranda in the listing.
Guest House
This is a 66 m² apartment with no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
No mention of waterfront location or water views.
Kitchen Garden
No mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned; this is a city apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned; this is a city apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is famously flat; no mountain views possible.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is in Rotterdam on the 2nd floor. While city views might exist, they are not highlighted as remarkable in the listing. Bedrooms face quiet inner gardens.
Remarkable Garden View
The bedrooms have views of 'rustige binnentuinen' (quiet inner gardens) of the complex. This is a pleasant but not spectacular garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
While Rotterdam is a major port city, no harbour view is mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned. Only heating via CV boiler is specified.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentioned: Intergas gas-fired combi boiler from 2021, owned by the property owner.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned. Only CV boiler heating is specified.
Walk-In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned in the property description.
Home Office
No dedicated office space mentioned. Two bedrooms could potentially serve as office.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned. Second floor apartment with flat roof.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. Modern construction from 1988 with flat roof.
Bay Window
Not specifically mentioned. Listing mentions large windows but not bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
Definitely no pool mentioned in this 66m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
Definitely no sauna mentioned in this apartment.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. Modern construction from 1988.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific interior style mentioned. The light and open description could suggest some modern Scandinavian influence but not confirmed.
Modern
The property has modern features like A energy label, double glazing, new CV boiler (2021), and large windows creating an open appearance.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned. It's a standard residential apartment from 1988.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features or styling mentioned in this Dutch apartment.
Classic
Building from 1988 with no mention of classic architectural features or ornamental details.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Building was constructed in 1988, which is not traditional or historic architecture.
Early 20th Century
Building was constructed in 1988, not early 20th century style.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1988 as a portiekflat (apartment block), this represents the functional, mass-produced housing style common in post-war Netherlands. The simple, practical layout is characteristic.
Modernist
Built in 1988 with features like large windows (grote raampartijen), plastic frames with double glazing, and a practical layout. Some modernist elements but not explicitly modern architecture.
Newly Built
Building was constructed in 1988, making it 37 years old. Explicitly listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction).
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Listing describes an adjacent kitchen forming 'een mooi geheel' with living space. No island mentioned. Layout suggests traditional kitchen arrangement.
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing specifically states 'aangrenzende keuken' (adjacent kitchen), indicating it is not open plan but rather separate from living area.
Boiling Water Tap
Premium kitchen feature not mentioned. Given 1988 construction and no modern kitchen updates noted, this is not present.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen. No shared facilities mentioned.
Designer Kitchen
Kitchen described as 'mooi geheel' (nice whole) but no specific design kitchen features, materials, or premium finishes mentioned. Building is from 1988.
New Kitchen
Building from 1988. CV-ketel replaced in 2021 but no mention of kitchen renovation. Kitchen appears to be original or at least not recently updated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Parking is available through municipal permits (Parkeervergunningen) as stated in the listing
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions external storage room (Externe berging aanwezig) with 6 m² of external storage space
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing
Automatic Garage Door
No garage mentioned, so no automatic garage door
Double Garage
No double garage mentioned in the listing
Attic
This is a 2nd floor apartment with no mention of an attic
Covered Parking
No covered parking mentioned; only permit-based street parking is listed
Underground Parking
No underground parking mentioned in the listing
Workshop
No workshop mentioned in the listing
Free Street Parking
Parking permits are required (Parkeervergunningen), indicating street parking is not free
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly states parking type is permits (Parkeervergunningen)
Rules
Owners Association
Listed as 'Actieve en gezonde VvE' (Active and healthy VvE) with monthly contribution of €138.
Leasehold
Erfpacht (ground lease) mentioned: 'Erfpacht afgekocht tot en met 2064, lopend tot 2086' (bought off until 2064, running until 2086).
Chamber of Commerce Registered
'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Annual Meeting
'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Owners Association Fees
'Maandelijkse bijdrage van € 138,- p.m.' (Monthly contribution of €138).
Reserve Fund
'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Maintenance Plan
'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Buildings Insurance
'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 'portiekflat' (walk-up apartment) on the 2nd floor with 'trapopgang naar de verdiepingen' (staircase to the floors). No elevator is mentioned in this 1988 building.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Private Entrance
This is a 'portiekflat' with a shared closed entrance ('afgesloten portiek met trapopgang') leading to multiple units, not a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate is mentioned in the listing. The property is a standard apartment complex.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the 2nd floor with no elevator mentioned. Access is via staircase only. The 1988 building likely lacks accessibility features.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there's space for placing a washing machine, which strongly suggests connections are available.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions space for washing machine and dryer in the bathroom area, not a separate laundry room.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), indicating no mechanical ventilation system is present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. Energy label A achieved through other means.
Double Glazing
Explicitly mentioned in the features section: 'Kunststof kozijnen met dubbele beglazing' and in the energy section: 'Dubbel glas'.
Triple Glazing
Listing specifies double glazing, not triple.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly mentioned in the energy section: 'Dakisolatie en dubbel glas'.
Heat Pump
Not mentioned. Heating system is specified as an Intergas gas-fired combi boiler from 2021.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has an energy label A rating. Features include a modern gas-fired combi boiler (Intergas, 2021), roof insulation, and double glazing with synthetic frames. The building dates from 1988.