Spacious Upper Apartment with Water Views Near Haarlem Center
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Description
This spacious upper apartment is located at Brouwerskade in the Hasselaersbuurt neighborhood of Haarlem. The property is a double upper house situated on the second and third floors, offering views over the Brouwersvaart canal. The location provides convenient access to the city center, with the Grote Markt reachable within approximately ten minutes on foot.
The building dates back to around 1895, and the apartment retains numerous characteristic features from that period. These authentic details include a suite layout in the living room, built-in closets, paneled doors, mantelpieces, ornamental ceilings, and architraves. The property has been well maintained over the years while preserving these historical elements.
The ground floor entrance provides access to the shared staircase leading to the upper floors. The first floor of the apartment features a hallway with a storage closet and a toilet room fitted with a modern toilet and small sink. The main living area on this floor is a spacious and atmospheric room with a solid oak herringbone floor. Windows span the full width of the living room at the front, providing abundant natural light and views over the water. The ceiling height in this room measures approximately three meters, contributing to the sense of space. The living room contains two marble mantelpieces and ornamental ceilings, reflecting the building's late nineteenth century origins.
At the rear of the first floor, the dining area has French doors opening onto a balcony measuring eight square meters. The balcony faces northeast and offers a pleasant spot for morning meals in the sun. The dining area connects directly to the open kitchen, which was installed in 2016. The kitchen is equipped with a five-burner gas cooktop, extractor hood, combination oven and microwave, boiling water tap, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher.
Also located on the first floor is a side room that can serve various purposes such as a home office, storage space, or guest room. This adds flexibility to the layout of the living floor.
The second floor of the apartment contains the sleeping quarters. The hallway provides access to the bathroom, which was renovated in 2021. The bathroom includes two sinks, a toilet, a walk-in shower, and a design radiator. The washing machine is also located in the bathroom. From the bathroom, there is access to a bedroom at the rear of the property. This bedroom features a half-open roof construction, creating a pleasant sense of spatial volume.
At the front of the second floor, there is a generous bedroom with views over the water and the St. Bavo Cathedral. This room also has the roof construction visible, adding character to the space. Shutters provide access to the loft space where the central heating boiler is located. Additionally, there is a third bedroom or workspace at the front of this floor, making a total of four bedrooms in the apartment.
The technical specifications of the property include an electrical installation with seven circuit groups and two earth leakage switches. The windows are largely fitted with insulating glass. The central heating system consists of an Atag i36EC gas-fired combination boiler from 2016, which is owned by the current residents.
The property is part of an active homeowners association. The monthly service costs amount to 120 euros, and a reserve fund is present. The facade at both the front and rear has been sandblasted, repointed, and impregnated. The roof and gutters have been inspected as well.
The location offers a combination of urban convenience and proximity to nature. Within walking distance, residents have access to a large supermarket, sports and play facilities, a Pathé cinema, the Jopenkerk brewery, and various restaurants and cafes. The NS train station and bus connections are centrally located relative to the property. For those seeking natural surroundings, the Houtmanpad provides direct access to dune and forest areas, and the beach can be reached by bicycle within approximately thirty minutes.
Parking is available through a permit system in Zone West. Up to two permits can be obtained without a waiting period, and there are options for visitor parking.
The apartment has a total living area of 101 square meters and a volume of 423 cubic meters. The outdoor space consists of the balcony measuring eight square meters. The energy label is D, with insulation present in the roof, partially double glazing, and floor insulation.
The property is offered at 735,000 euros, with the buyer responsible for transfer costs. Delivery timing can be discussed with the seller. The property is available and can be viewed by arrangement.