Spacious 55+ Apartment with Park Views in Driebergen-Rijsenburg
Key Features
Upsides
- Green park location with views over the garden and surrounding wooded area, providing a peaceful living environment.
- Extensive on-site services and amenities including grocery delivery, guest rooms, recreation hall, and organized social activities such as concerts and lectures.
- Modernized kitchen and bathroom with quality fixtures including induction cooking, dishwasher, and walk-in shower.
- Comprehensive service costs covering nearly all expenses including water, waste, insurance, maintenance, and window cleaning.
- Elevator access to the third floor, ensuring easy accessibility for residents.
Downsides
- High monthly service costs of 536 euros plus additional surcharges, which significantly impacts the total monthly housing expenses.
- 55-plus age restriction limits the potential buyer pool and may affect future resale value.
- One-time entrance fee of 2000 euros required upon purchase in addition to the property price.
- No pets allowed, which may be a significant limitation for animal-loving prospective buyers.
- Energy label E indicates limited energy efficiency, potentially resulting in higher heating costs despite the block heating system.
Description
This two-room apartment is located on the third floor of Parkflat Beukenhorst, situated at the edge of Driebergen-Rijsenburg. The property offers a living area of 59 square meters and features a pleasant view over the park garden of the complex. The apartment is positioned at the front of the building, providing a lively outlook and a generous sense of space due to its elevated position.
The building was originally constructed in 1960 and consists of 86 apartments in total. The complex is surrounded by a green environment characterized by many trees and meadow areas. The village center of Driebergen is approximately one kilometer away, making daily amenities easily accessible while maintaining a peaceful residential setting.
Upon entering the apartment, you arrive in the hallway which provides access to the internal storage room. This storage space houses the connections for the washing machine and dryer, as well as the boiler. The electrical panel has been renewed and includes six circuit groups, an earth leakage switch, and day and night electricity metering. From the hallway, you proceed to the main living area.
The living and dining room is spacious and benefits from abundant natural light. A notable feature is the intercom installation located in the living room, allowing convenient communication with visitors at the main entrance. The room provides access to the sunny balcony, which measures approximately 4.5 square meters and faces west. This orientation ensures afternoon and evening sun, making it an enjoyable outdoor space during warmer months. The elevated position of the apartment guarantees an unobstructed view.
The kitchen is bright and well-proportioned. It comes equipped with a refrigerator-freezer combination, a four-burner induction cooktop, an extractor hood, a sink with a 10-liter close-in boiler for instant hot water at the tap, and a dishwasher. These modern appliances contribute to the convenience of daily living.
The bedroom is spacious and includes a large built-in linen closet, providing ample storage for clothing and household textiles. The room is large enough to accommodate a double bed and additional furniture.
The bathroom is neatly tiled throughout and features a floating toilet, a washbasin with vanity unit, and a walk-in shower. The fixtures and finishes are contemporary and well-maintained.
Throughout the apartment, the walls are smoothly finished with plaster, and flooring has been installed, meaning the property is move-in ready without the need for immediate renovation work.
The Parkflat Beukenhorst complex offers its residents an extensive range of shared facilities and services. The park-like garden is freely accessible to all residents and provides a pleasant green space for relaxation. Additionally, there is a recreation room, guest rooms for visitors, and secure bicycle storage.
The service costs amount to 536 euros per month for a single occupant, with an additional surcharge of 15 euros per month for a second person. The advance payment for heating costs is 60 euros per month. These service costs are comprehensive and include personnel costs, employer liability insurance for staff, building management, minor and major maintenance of the building, management and maintenance of the surrounding garden, building insurance, collective contents insurance, window cleaning, lighting of common areas both inside and outside, advance heating payments, water consumption, and waste processing.
Beyond the standard services, the complex offers additional conveniences that cater to the 55-plus demographic. Technical assistance is available when needed. A grocery delivery service can be arranged. Once per week, there is a fruit and vegetable sale as well as a flower sale on the premises. A hairdresser and pedicure are available by appointment. Furthermore, residents can participate in a variety of organized activities, including regular concerts and lectures, fostering a sense of community among the residents.
Heating is provided through a block heating system with individual meters on the radiators, allowing for some degree of individual consumption tracking. Hot water is supplied through a combination of a main boiler and the 10-liter close-in boiler near the kitchen sink.
The property is part of an active and well-organized Homeowners Association (VvE) that is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan in place, and has arranged building insurance.
Important considerations for prospective buyers include the minimum age requirement of 55 years. A one-time entrance fee of 2000 euros is charged upon purchase. An introductory meeting with the board of the VvE is part of the purchasing process. Pets are not permitted in the complex.
The apartment has an energy label E and features double glazing. The roof is flat and covered with bituminous roofing material. Natural ventilation is present throughout the property, and TV cable connection is available.
Parking options include the possibility of renting a garage space and parking on the property grounds as well as public parking in the vicinity.
This apartment presents itself as a suitable option for those seeking a comfortable and service-rich living environment in a green setting, particularly for individuals or couples looking to downsize or establish a pied-à-terre in the Driebergen area.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The description states the toilet is located in the bathroom ('badkamer voorzien van een zwevend toilet'), which contradicts the automated features section mentioning '1 apart toilet'. It is likely there is no separate guest toilet.
Shared Shower
The listing is for a private apartment, not a shared housing arrangement.
Shared Toilet
The listing is for a private apartment, not a shared housing arrangement.
His And Hers Sinks
Only a single 'was meubel' (vanity/washbasin) is mentioned, implying there is no double sink setup.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'zonnig balkon(ca. 4,5m2)' located on the west side.
Rear Garden
This is a third-floor apartment (galerijflat) which does not have a rear garden.
Front Garden
This is a third-floor apartment without a front garden.
Side Garden
This is an apartment without a side garden.
Terrace
The property has a balcony, but no ground-level terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a barbecue area, and it is a 55+ apartment complex where such amenities are typically not present.
Fenced Yard
Apartments do not have private fenced yards.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the property features a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
It is a 59 m2 apartment with no guest house.
Waterfront
The listing mentions a park and green environment, but no water features.
Kitchen Garden
There is no private kitchen garden for this apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned.
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
The Netherlands is mostly flat, and the listing describes views over a park garden, not mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is located on the edge of the village in a green/bosrijke (wooded) area, not overlooking a city.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing explicitly mentions 'een levendig uitzicht en over de parktuin van Parkflat de Beukenhorst'.
Remarkable Sea View
Driebergen-Rijsenburg is an inland municipality, so there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour in or near Driebergen-Rijsenburg.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned in the view description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned.
Central Heating
The listing specifies 'blokverwarming' (block heating), not a standard central heating boiler system.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned.
Hardwood Floors
Mentions 'vloerbedekking' (floor covering) without specifying hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Bathroom is tiled, but living areas have general 'vloerbedekking'.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating mentioned; uses block heating with radiators.
Walk In Closet
Has a large built-in closet, not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
It is a 2-room apartment with no separate space for a home office.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned.
Exposed Beams
Walls are smooth plastered; no exposed beams mentioned.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned.
Private Indoor Pool
Not present in a 59m2 55+ apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
Not present in a 59m2 55+ apartment.
Built-In Wardrobes
Mentions a 'grote ingebouwde linnenkast' (large built-in closet).
Ornamental Plasterwork
Walls are described as smoothly plastered, without ornamental details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned; standard 55+ apartment.
Modern
Has a modernized kitchen and bathroom, but the building is from 1960 and retains standard apartment features.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements mentioned.
Classic
Built in 1960, standard gallery flat layout.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1960, this is a standard post-war functional flat rather than a traditional or historic style building.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1960, which is mid-20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1960 as a 'galerijflat' with block heating (blokverwarming), typical of functional post-war mass housing in the Netherlands.
Modernist
While built in the modern era, a 1960s galerijflat with block heating represents mass-produced post-war functionalism rather than distinct modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The listing states the construction year is 1960 and classifies it as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction).
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions an 'afwasmachine' (dishwasher) in the kitchen.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koel-vriescombinatie' (fridge-freezer combo).
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koel-vriescombinatie' (fridge-freezer combo).
Kitchen Island
No kitchen island is mentioned, and the 59 m2 apartment size makes it highly unlikely.
Open Plan Kitchen
The layout describes access to the living room from the hall, implying the kitchen is a separate enclosed room.
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned in the listing.
Stove
The listing specifies a '4-pits inductie kookplaat' (4-pit induction stove).
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly states it has an 'inductie kookplaat' (induction stove).
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the kitchen features.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing mentions a 'close-in boiler' which is a small localized water heater, not an instant boiling water tap like a Quooker.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment with its own dedicated kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as a 'luxe keuken' (luxury kitchen), suggesting a higher-end finish, but no specific designer brand is mentioned.
New Kitchen
The kitchen is called 'luxe' but the building is from 1960 and there is no mention of the kitchen being recently installed or new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features list 'Op eigen terrein en openbaar parkeren' (on own property and public parking).
Storage Room
The description explicitly mentions an 'inpandige berging' (indoor storage room).
Garage
The features state 'Garage mogelijk en parkeerplaats', indicating a garage is available as an option, though it may not be automatically included.
Double Garage
No mention of a double garage; typically not available in 1960s gallery flat complexes.
Attic
It is a top-floor apartment (3rd etage) with a flat roof, and no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
It is a third-floor apartment, and no cellar is mentioned in the description or features.
Bike Storage
The description explicitly mentions 'fietsenberging' (bike storage) as a common facility.
Underground Parking
The building is a 1960s gallery flat, and there is no mention of underground parking.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned, which is uncommon for this type of apartment.
Shed
The features list 'Schuur/berging: Inpandig', which translates to a shed/storage room indoors.
Rules
Owners Association
The description explicitly states 'Het betreft een Vereniging van Eigenaren' (It concerns an Owners Association).
Leasehold
The listing specifies the ownership situation as 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the features section explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja' (Annual meeting Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing details monthly VvE contributions of €536, plus an additional surcharge for a second person and heating costs.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja' (Reserve fund present Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan Ja' (Maintenance plan Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering Ja' (Buildings insurance Yes), and the description mentions it is included in the service costs.
Other Rules
The listing outlines several specific rules: a minimum age requirement of 55+, a one-time entrance fee of €2,000, a mandatory introductory meeting with the board, and a strict 'no pets allowed' policy.
Open Viewing
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Listing explicitly states 'lift' in the Voorzieningen (facilities) section.
Intercom
Description states 'In de woonkamer bevindt zich de intercom-installatie' (In the living room there is an intercom installation).
Private Entrance
This is a gallery flat (galerijflat) in an 86-apartment complex with shared hallways, not a private entrance.
Gated Community
The park-like garden is 'vrij toegankelijk voor de bewoners' (freely accessible) with no mention of gates or security barriers.
Wheelchair Accessible
Building has an elevator but no specific accessibility features like ramps, widened doorways, or accessible bathrooms are mentioned. Building is from 1960.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions 'wasmachine- en droger aansluiting' in the storage room.
Laundry Room
The connections are located in an 'inpandige berging' (indoor storage room), which is distinct from a dedicated laundry room.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned; the building is from 1960.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which is not a mechanical ventilation system.
Cable Tv
'TV kabel' is explicitly listed under the 'Voorzieningen' (facilities) section.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned, and it is highly unusual in standard Dutch apartments.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the building is from 1960 and has an energy label E, it is highly unlikely to have solar panels.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Isolatie Dubbel glas' (Double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Dubbel glas' (Double glazing) rather than triple glazing.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies 'Blokverwarming' (block heating) for the heating system, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing, which is typical for a 1960 apartment complex without solar panels.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.