Stylish 3-Room Apartment with City Views in Rotterdam Centre
Key Features
Upsides
- Prime central location in Rotterdam near Markthal, Oude Haven, and Witte de Withstraat with excellent public transport connections at Blaak station within a five minute walk.
- Sixth floor position with elevator access provides good natural light through large windows and a sense of privacy from street level activity.
- Move in ready condition with modern finishes including a grey kitchen with built in appliances, fully tiled bathroom, and well maintained interior throughout.
- Well organized Homeowners Association with all required documentation in place including reserve fund, maintenance plan, and building insurance.
Downsides
- Ground lease (erfpacht) is only paid until 2049 while the agreement runs until 2098, meaning additional costs will arise in approximately 25 years to extend the paid period.
- No private outdoor space such as a balcony or terrace, which limits options for outdoor seating or gardening.
- Paid parking in the area and the parking space is only available as an optional separate purchase rather than included with the apartment.
- Monthly VvE contribution of 272 euros is relatively high for an 88 square meter apartment without additional amenities like a shared garden or pool.
Description
This three room apartment is situated in the heart of Rotterdam, specifically in the popular Wijnhaven area. The property is located on the sixth floor of the Harbour Village complex, providing residents with an elevated view of the dynamic city surroundings. The building dates from 2002 and features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. Access to the apartment is facilitated by a well maintained entrance hall on the ground floor, equipped with mailboxes and a secured door leading to a central hallway with two elevators and access to the storage units.
The apartment has a total living area of 88 square meters and a volume of 292 cubic meters. Upon entering the property on the sixth floor, you are welcomed by a neat entrance hall that provides access to all rooms in the apartment. The modern toilet room is fitted with a wall hung toilet and a small sink.
The spacious living room forms the heart of the apartment and features an open plan kitchen layout. Large window frames allow abundant natural daylight to enter the space, creating a pleasant and airy living environment. The floor, wall, and ceiling finishes are well executed and contribute to the cared for appearance of the property, making it immediately habitable without the need for renovations.
The kitchen is finished in a modern grey color scheme and arranged in a straight configuration. It comes equipped with various built in appliances including an induction cooktop, extractor hood, oven, dishwasher, and a combined refrigerator and freezer. The kitchen provides a practical space for cooking and entertaining guests.
The apartment contains two well proportioned bedrooms. Both rooms benefit from good natural light and offer sufficient space for a comfortable furnishing arrangement. The sizes of these bedrooms allow for standard bedroom furniture including double beds, wardrobes, and additional pieces as desired.
The fully tiled bathroom is finished in a modern style and includes a bathtub with a hand shower attachment as well as a wide washbasin cabinet with a mirror. This practical space matches the overall finish quality found throughout the apartment.
Additionally, there is an internal storage room that houses the central heating boiler and provides extra space for storing household items. The property also includes an external storage unit of approximately 3 square meters, which can be useful for storing bicycles, suitcases, or other belongings.
The apartment features plastic window frames with insulating glazing, contributing to the energy efficiency of the property. The energy label is rated as B, and the property is fully insulated. Heating and hot water are provided through the city heating system (stadsverwarming), which means there is no individual gas boiler for these functions, although a boiler is present in the internal storage for other purposes.
The Wijnhaven neighborhood is a lively and modern area where virtually everything is within easy reach. Residents can walk to the Markthal, the Meent shopping area, the Oude Haven, and the popular Witte de Withstraat with its numerous restaurants and cafes. Supermarkets, shops, hospitality venues, theaters, medical facilities, and sports facilities are all located in the immediate vicinity of the building.
The accessibility of the location is excellent. Blaak station is approximately a five minute walk away, providing connections to various train, metro, and tram lines. The Rotterdam Ring road can be reached by car in about five minutes, making this location convenient for those who work in the city, elsewhere in the country, or travel frequently.
The property is subject to ground lease (erfpacht) with the canon paid up until September 8, 2049. The ground lease agreement expires on September 8, 2098. This means that after 2049, there will be a financial obligation to pay the ground lease canon again, which prospective buyers should take into account when considering the purchase.
The monthly Homeowners Association (VvE) contribution is 272 euros. The VvE is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan in place, and has building insurance. These are all positive indicators of a well managed association.
Parking in the area is regulated as paid parking. However, there is an option to purchase a parking space separately in conjunction with the apartment, which could be a valuable addition for car owners.
The asking price for this apartment is 465,000 euros, which translates to approximately 5,284 euros per square meter. The property is available immediately and the delivery date can be negotiated. The property is offered with a cost buyer (kosten koper) condition, meaning that the buyer is responsible for the transfer costs including the notary fees and any applicable taxes.
In summary, this apartment on the sixth floor of Harbour Village offers a combination of a central urban location, modern finishes, practical layout with two bedrooms, and good accessibility. The property is suitable for various types of buyers including young professionals, couples, or investors looking for a well located rental property in the heart of Rotterdam.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a handdouche (hand shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a ligbad (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes a hall giving access to all rooms, typical of a non-ensuite layout, and no ensuite is mentioned.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a separate modern toilet with a wall closet and fountain in the hall.
Bidet
Not mentioned and not a standard feature in Dutch apartments.
Rain Shower
The listing specifies a handdouche (hand shower), not a rain shower.
Double Shower
Not mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is an entire apartment, not a shared living space.
Shared Toilet
The property is an entire apartment, not a shared living space.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'breed wastafelmeubel' (wide sink cabinet), not double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Not mentioned in the description or features, which typically would highlight a balcony if present.
Rear Garden
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no mention of a garden.
Front Garden
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no mention of a garden.
Side Garden
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no mention of a garden.
Terrace
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Rooftop Terrace
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Barbecue Area
No outdoor space or barbecue area is mentioned.
Fenced Yard
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no yard.
Patio
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Veranda
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Guest House
The property is an apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
Features explicitly state 'Ligging Aan vaarwater, aan water en in centrum' and the location is Wijnhaven.
Kitchen Garden
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no garden space.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present in a city center apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are present in a city center apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the apartment features.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the apartment features.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned in the apartment features.
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
Located on the 6th floor in the city center of Rotterdam with large windows, providing a good urban view.
Remarkable Garden View
There is no garden to view from a 6th-floor city center apartment.
Remarkable Sea View
While Rotterdam is a port city, the apartment is inland near Blaak, not directly at the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
Located at Wijnhaven near the Oude Haven on the 6th floor, likely offering views of the water and harbour area.
Remarkable Landmark View
The apartment is very close to famous Rotterdam landmarks such as the Markthal and the Cube Houses.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing, which is typical for Dutch apartments unless explicitly stated as a special feature.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states that heating and hot water are provided by 'stadsverwarming' (district heating), which is a form of central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the property description or features list.
Tiled Floors
The listing specifies that only the bathroom is 'volledig betegeld' (fully tiled), implying the living areas and bedrooms have different flooring.
Carpeted Floors
Carpeted floors are highly unlikely in a modern, move-in ready Dutch apartment built in 2002 and are not mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned in the description or features, whereas it typically would be highlighted if present.
Walk In Closet
There is no mention of a walk-in closet; the apartment only has an internal storage room for the boiler and household items.
Home Office
The apartment has two well-sized bedrooms, but no room is specifically designated or described as a home office.
Skylight
The listing mentions large windows ('grote raampartijen') but does not mention any skylights.
Exposed Beams
The apartment has a flat roof and modern, sleek finishes with no mention of exposed beams.
Bay Window
Large windows are mentioned, but there is no description of a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is not mentioned and would be extremely unusual for an 88 m2 apartment in Rotterdam.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
Built-in wardrobes are not mentioned in the description of the bedrooms.
French Doors
French doors are not mentioned in the layout or features of the apartment.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The apartment is described with modern and sleek wall finishes, with no mention of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a modern, sleek apartment with a grey kitchen and large windows, but lacks specific Scandinavian elements like light woods or hygge aesthetics.
Modern
The description explicitly uses the word 'modern' multiple times (moderne luxe, moderne afwerking, moderne grijze keuken, moderne toilet) and mentions sleek finishes and plastic window frames.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial features such as exposed brick, concrete, or metal accents; the finish is described as neat and sleek.
Mediterranean
There are no descriptions of warm colors, terracotta, arched windows, or other Mediterranean architectural elements.
Classic
Built in 2002 with a modern grey kitchen and plastic window frames, there are no classic or traditional architectural details mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2002 and features a modern finish and layout.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2002, long after the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
The building is from 2002, which is a modern era, not the post-war reconstruction period.
Modernist
Built in 2002, it features a modern finish, an open kitchen, large windows, and is part of the modern Harbour Village complex.
Newly Build
Although the interior is 'instapklaar' (ready to move in) and modern, the building was constructed in 2002 and is not newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) as part of the built-in appliances.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions an 'oven' as part of the built-in appliances.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie' which includes a refrigerator.
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie' which includes a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'strakke rechte opstelling' (sleek straight layout), which typically means it is placed against a wall rather than being a freestanding island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes a 'ruime woonkamer met open keuken' (spacious living room with open kitchen).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry, and the straight kitchen layout leaves no typical space for one.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction hob), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inductiekookplaat' (induction stove/hob).
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the list of built-in appliances in the kitchen description.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood) rather than a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private apartment, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
Described as a modern, sleek grey kitchen, but lacks high-end luxury brand mentions to score it at the top of the range.
New Kitchen
The building is from 2002 and the kitchen is described as 'modern', but there are no indicators that it is brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states there is an optional parking space for sale and mentions paid parking in the area.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions an internal storage room and an external storage room of approximately 3 m².
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Attic
The property is a 6th-floor apartment with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned; there is an internal and external storage room instead.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking).
Rules
Owners Association
The listing mentions a monthly VvE contribution of €272.
Leasehold
The listing states the property is 'Belast met erfpacht' (subject to leasehold) with the ground rent paid off until 2049.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja' and the text mentions a monthly VvE fee of €272.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'twee liften' (two elevators) in the building and lists 'Lift: Ja' in the features section.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a 'Portiekflat' (gallery apartment) with a shared ground floor hall and mailboxes, indicating it has a shared entrance rather than a private one.
Automatic Gate
The building is a city center apartment complex with a secured main door, not an automatic gate typical for driveways or residential compounds.
Gated Community
The apartment is located in a central city area (Wijnhaven) accessible directly from the public street, not a closed or gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the 6th floor but is accessible via an elevator. However, there are no specific mentions of accessibility features such as step-free thresholds, widened doors, or an adapted bathroom.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The layout consists of a living room, two bedrooms, and a small internal storage room; there is no separate laundry room.
Dryer
A dryer is not mentioned among the appliances or features in the description.
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home technology, systems, or devices.
Water Softener
Not mentioned and highly unusual for residential apartments in the Netherlands.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Double Glazing
The listing mentions 'isolerende beglazing' (insulating glazing) combined with plastic frames, which in the Dutch market typically refers to double glazing (HR++), though it is not explicitly stated as double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing does not mention triple glazing, and the standard 'isolerende beglazing' terminology usually implies double glazing rather than triple.
Wall Insulation
The property is listed as 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which strongly implies that wall insulation is present, though not specifically detailed.
Floor Insulation
The property is listed as 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which implies floor insulation is present, though not specifically detailed.
Roof Insulation
The property is listed as 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which implies roof insulation is present, though not specifically detailed.
Heat Pump
The property uses district heating (stadsverwarming) for heating and hot water, meaning there is no heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property utilizes district heating and has energy-efficient plastic window frames.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.