Bright third-floor apartment with two balconies in green Wassenaar setting
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label B, which is relatively good for a building from 1964, suggesting reasonable insulation and energy efficiency
- Two balconies orientated on different sun directions, providing flexibility to enjoy sunlight throughout the day
- Well-managed VvE with an active contribution structure including a reserve fund and maintenance plan, offering transparency and financial preparedness
Downsides
- The seller has not occupied the apartment, and clauses for non-self-occupation, age, and asbestos apply, which may limit the buyer's recourse if issues arise after purchase
- Partial double glazing means some windows may not be as well insulated as others, potentially affecting heating costs and comfort
- No private outdoor garden area is specified
- the communal garden is shared with other residents
- Parking is limited to public road parking in front of the building, with no dedicated private space guaranteed
Description
This apartment is situated on the third floor of a well-maintained residential building in Wassenaar, a characterful town known for its green surroundings and proximity to The Hague. The property was constructed in 1964 and offers a total living area of approximately 69 square metres, making it a practical option for individuals, couples, or a small family looking for a comfortable home in a quiet neighbourhood.
The entrance to the building is secured and equipped with an intercom system, providing an added layer of security and privacy. Residents reach the apartment via a clean and well-kept stairwell. Upon entering the apartment, you are welcomed into a hall that includes a cloakroom area, meter cupboard, and a separate toilet with a small handbasin. From the hall, you step into the bright living and dining room, which spans the full width of the apartment at the front of the building. Large windows allow a generous amount of natural daylight to stream into the space, and they offer an open view over the surrounding greenery and a small adjacent park. From the living room, there is direct access to the balcony on the western side of the building, an inviting spot to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun.
At the rear of the apartment, you will find two bedrooms. Both rooms overlook the shared communal garden and inner courtyard, providing a pleasant and green outlook. The larger bedroom features adjacent access to the bathroom, which is equipped with a shower and a handbasin. The second bedroom is fitted with a built-in wardrobe, offering useful storage space. The bathroom itself is modestly sized but functional, serving the property well.
The kitchen is also located at the rear of the apartment and is practically laid out with louvre-style cabinet doors. It comes equipped with an oven, a combined refrigerator and freezer, a dishwasher, and a connection for a washing machine. The kitchen also includes a built-in pantry cupboard for additional storage. From the kitchen, there is access to the second balcony, which is oriented towards the southeast, allowing you to enjoy the morning and midday sun.
Throughout the entire apartment, a laminate floor has been laid, creating a cohesive and low-maintenance finish. The window frames are made of synthetic material and fitted with double glazing, which contributes to the property's current energy label B. The building is topped with a flat roof, and the apartment is laid out across four residential floors, with this unit occupying the third floor.
In terms of storage, the apartment comes with a spacious storage unit located in the basement of the building, measuring approximately 11 square metres. This provides ample room for bicycles, seasonal items, or other belongings that you prefer not to keep in the living spaces. Additionally, the building features a communal garden at the rear, which is maintained for the benefit of all residents.
The monthly contribution to the owners' association (VvE) is 194 euros. This covers contributions to a reserve fund, building insurance, and general maintenance of the common areas. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, and has a maintenance plan in place, indicating a well-organised and professionally managed association.
Parking is available in the public space directly in front of the building, making the apartment convenient for those who own a vehicle. The location is described as being within a residential neighbourhood and benefits from proximity to schools, shops, public transport connections, and regional road networks.
There are several points that prospective buyers should be aware of. The seller has not personally occupied the apartment, and the listing notes that a non-self-occupation clause, an age-related clause, and an asbestos clause all apply. These are standard provisions in the Netherlands when a seller has not lived in the property themselves. Floor areas and dimensions listed in the brochure are indicative only, and the listing was prepared by Welp Makelaallij under NVM conditions.
In summary, this apartment presents a well-located and practical home in a green, quiet setting, with the advantage of two balconies, a good energy rating, and a well-managed VvE structure. It is well suited to those seeking a comfortable apartment with natural light and outdoor space in a desirable residential area
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states the bathroom is equipped with a 'douche' (shower) and 'wastafel' (sink).
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom description. No bathtub is listed among the bathroom features.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states 'Aan één van de slaapkamers grenst de badkamer' (The bathroom adjoins one of the bedrooms), indicating an ensuite configuration.
Guest Toilet
The listing details show '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet), and the entrance hall includes a 'toilet met fonteintje' (toilet with small sink).
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the property description.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing.
Rain Shower
The listing only mentions 'douche' (shower) without specifying the type of showerhead or feature.
Double Shower
Only a single shower is mentioned with no indication of double shower facilities.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom; no shared facilities are indicated.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment; the separate toilet is for sole use of the unit.
His And Hers Sinks
Only a single 'wastafel' (sink) is mentioned for the bathroom. No indication of double sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No mention of heated bathroom floors in the listing.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions two balconons (west and southeast).
Rear Garden
It is a 3rd-floor apartment. There is a communal garden, but no private rear garden.
Front Garden
It is a 3rd-floor apartment without a front garden.
Side Garden
It is a 3rd-floor apartment without a side garden.
Terrace
The property has balconies, but no ground-level or roof terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
The apartment is on the 3rd floor with a flat roof, but no rooftop terrace is mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
It is an apartment, so there is no fenced yard.
Patio
The property has balconies, but no patio is mentioned.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
It is a 69 m² apartment; no guest house is present.
Waterfront
Located in a green residential area in Wassenaar; no waterfront location is mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is present in a 3rd-floor apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned or expected for this apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small 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 property is located in the Netherlands (Wassenaar), which is entirely flat.
Remarkable City View
The view is described as greenery and a park, not a city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room offers a free view of surrounding greenery and a park, while the bedrooms look out over a communal courtyard garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Although Wassenaar is near the coast, the listing specifies views of greenery and a park, not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or likely in this inland residential neighborhood.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing details.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming Cv-ketel' (Central heating boiler).
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the apartment description or features.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly states 'Door het gehele appartement ligt een laminaatvloer' (laminate flooring throughout).
Tiled Floors
Laminate flooring is specified throughout; no tiled floors are mentioned.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly states 'Door het gehele appartement ligt een laminaatvloer' (laminate flooring throughout the apartment).
Carpeted Floors
Laminate flooring is specified throughout; no carpeted floors are mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned; CV-ketel (boiler) heating is specified.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned; only a 'vaste kast' (built-in closet) in one bedroom.
Home Office
No home office space or study is mentioned in the listing.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned; the apartment has standard windows and balconies.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the description.
Bay Window
Large windows are mentioned but no specific bay window is described.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard 69m² apartment; no private pool would be present.
Private Indoor Sauna
This is a standard 69m² apartment; no private sauna is mentioned or expected.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing states 'De tweede slaapkamer is voorzien van een vaste kast' (the second bedroom has a built-in closet), and the kitchen also has a fixed closet.
French Doors
Access to balconies is mentioned but no specific French doors are described.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork or decorative ceiling/wall details are mentioned.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements are mentioned in the listing.
Modern
Built in 1964, though it has plastic window frames with double glazing and energy label B, the kitchen has louver doors and the listing suggests it needs updating to personal taste.
Industrial
No industrial design elements such as exposed brick, metal accents, or open ductwork are described.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features like terracotta, arches, or warm color palettes are mentioned.
Classic
Built in 1964 as a portiekflat, it has traditional elements but no specific ornamental features are highlighted.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is from 1964, which is post-war, not a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1964, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1964 as a 'portiekwoning' (gallery flat), this perfectly represents the mass-produced, functional post-war building style.
Modernist
While built in the modern era, it is a standard functional apartment block rather than an architecturally distinct modernist building.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1964.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The description explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser'.
Oven
The description explicitly mentions an 'oven'.
Microwave
No microwave is mentioned in the kitchen description.
Refrigerator
The description explicitly mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie'.
Freezer
The description explicitly mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie'.
Kitchen Island
No kitchen island is mentioned, and the apartment layout from 1964 does not suggest one.
Open Plan Kitchen
The living room is at the front and the kitchen is at the back, indicating they are separate rooms.
Pantry
The description mentions a 'vaste kast' (built-in closet) but not a separate pantry.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap is mentioned.
Downdraft Extractor
No downdraft extractor is mentioned.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as practically arranged with louvered doors, indicating an older, standard style rather than a design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The building is from 1964 and the kitchen has louvered doors, suggesting it is not new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions 'parkeren voor de deur' (parking in front of the door) and lists 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) under parking facilities.
Storage Room
The description explicitly mentions a spacious storage room (ruime berging) in the basement (onderbouw).
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features list.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is present, so there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is present, let alone a double garage.
Attic
The property is a 3rd-floor apartment (portiekwoning) and no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
There is a storage room (berging) in the basement, but a traditional cellar (kelder) is not listed as a feature.
Covered Parking
The listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), which typically implies uncovered street parking.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking facilities.
Workshop
There is no mention of a workshop.
Shed
There is no mention of a shed; there is a storage room in the basement instead.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a parking spot available for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of a parking spot available for purchase.
Rules
Owners Association
Active VvE mentioned with monthly contribution of €194 and multiple checklist items confirming its existence.
Leasehold
Kadastrale gegevens show 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (full ownership), not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
VvE checklist shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration).
Oa Annual Meeting
VvE checklist shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting held).
Oa Fees
VvE checklist shows 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 194,00 per maand)' (Periodic contribution yes).
Oa Reserve Fund
VvE checklist shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present).
Oa Maintenance Plan
VvE checklist shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan present).
Oa Buildings Insurance
VvE checklist shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Building insurance present).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions reaching the third floor via a staircase ('trappenhuis') and does not mention an elevator.
Intercom
The text explicitly states that the central entrance is equipped with an intercom ('voorzien van een intercom').
Private Entrance
The property is an apartment ('Portiekwoning') with a shared central entrance on the ground floor.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of an automatic gate; parking is described as public ('Openbaar parkeren').
Gated Community
The property is located in a residential neighborhood with public parking and a shared central entrance, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the third floor and there is no elevator, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing specifies a connection for a washing machine ('aansluiting voor de wasmachine') rather than the appliance itself.
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly mentions 'een aansluiting voor de wasmachine' in the kitchen.
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in the kitchen, and there is no separate laundry room mentioned.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home features or systems.
Ventilation System
No mechanical ventilation system is mentioned in the description or features.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the property details.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing description or features.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'kunststof kozijnen met dubbele beglazing' (plastic frames with double glazing) and 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (Partial double glass).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing, but does not mention triple glazing.
Heat Pump
The features section explicitly lists 'VerwarmingCv-ketel' (Heating: CV boiler), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery in the listing.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.