Well-Maintained Upper Apartment with Balcony Near Haarlem Center
Key Features
Upsides
- Central location within walking distance of Haarlem Central Station and the historic city center
- Private entrance providing independence from other building residents
- Recently installed boiler from 2020 that is owned rather than rented
- Low monthly VvE contribution of 99.90 euros with an active association that has a reserve fund
- Good insulation upgrades for a 1912 property including double glazing and roof, wall, and floor insulation
Downsides
- Energy label D indicates moderate energy efficiency despite insulation improvements
- Balcony faces northeast which typically receives less direct sunlight
- Roof terrace is not yet constructed and would require additional investment to complete
- No dedicated parking space with only public parking available
- Only two bedrooms despite the 86 square meter size which may limit appeal for families
Description
This well-maintained upper apartment is located in a central position in Haarlem, offering a comfortable living space with a usable area of 86 square meters. The property is situated near the NS train station and the bustling center of the city, providing excellent connectivity and access to urban amenities. The shopping street de Cronjé is within walking distance, making daily errands convenient for residents.
The building dates back to 1912, which gives the property a characteristic appearance typical of the era. Despite its age, the apartment has been kept in good condition. The foundation risk is reported as not high, which is an important consideration for properties of this vintage in the Netherlands. The homeowners association is active, with a monthly contribution of 99.90 euros. The association is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, has a reserve fund in place, and has building insurance coverage. A maintenance plan is not currently in place according to the VvE checklist.
Access to the apartment is through a private entrance on the ground floor. This means residents do not need to share a common hallway with other building occupants, adding a sense of privacy and independence to the living experience. The ground floor area includes a hallway where the meter cupboard is located, along with the staircase leading up to the first floor of the residence.
The first floor of the apartment features a spacious landing that provides access to the separate toilet. The living room is L-shaped and benefits from natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Adjacent to the living area is a semi-open kitchen that has been maintained in neat condition. The kitchen comes equipped with various built-in appliances, allowing for convenient meal preparation. From the kitchen, residents can access the balcony, which measures approximately 6 square meters and spans the full width of the building on the northeast side. This outdoor space provides an area for fresh air and relaxation.
Moving up to the second floor, there is a landing that leads to the bathroom and the two bedrooms. The bathroom has been updated to a modern standard and includes a shower, a fixed washbasin, and a designer radiator. A second toilet is located in the bathroom, providing additional convenience for the household. The two bedrooms both feature dormer windows, which add useful floor space and headroom to these rooms. From one of the bedrooms, a staircase provides access to the roof terrace area. It should be noted that the roof terrace still needs to be constructed, meaning this potential outdoor space would require additional work and investment to become fully usable.
The location of this apartment is one of its notable attributes. Positioned on the edge of the historic center of Haarlem, residents can reach the NS station within a few minutes on foot. Continuing for another five minutes brings you to the heart of the city center, where a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural venues can be found. The property is described as being on a quiet road within a residential area, which may offer a balance between accessibility and peacefulness.
In terms of energy efficiency, the property has an energy label D. For a building constructed in 1912, some insulation measures have been implemented. These include double glazing for the windows, roof insulation, floor insulation, and wall insulation according to the features list. While these improvements help reduce energy loss compared to the original construction, the D rating indicates there may be room for further efficiency upgrades.
Heating and hot water are provided by a central heating boiler. The installed boiler is a Nefit Trendline II HRC/30 CW5, which is a gas-fired combination boiler from 2020. This boiler is owned by the property rather than rented, which can be advantageous for the homeowner in terms of long-term costs.
The usable area breakdown shows 76 square meters of living space and 10 square meters of other indoor space, totaling 86 square meters. The building has a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. The interior volume is 285 cubic meters. The apartment spans two residential floors and is situated on the second residential level of the building.
Parking for the property is available through public parking only, as there is no dedicated parking space included with the apartment. This is typical for central urban locations in Dutch cities, where on-street parking permits may be required depending on local regulations.
The asking price for this property is 450,000 euros, which translates to approximately 5,921 euros per square meter based on the total usable area. The property is offered available for transfer in consultation, and the ownership situation is full freehold. The cadastral designation is Schoten B 16519.
This apartment presents itself as a solid option for buyers seeking a home in a convenient Haarlem location with good transport links and proximity to the city center amenities. The private entrance, recent boiler installation, and active homeowners association with reserve fund are practical advantages. The potential roof terrace, while requiring construction work, offers a future opportunity to expand the outdoor living space. The combination of a historic building character with updated elements like the modern bathroom creates a balanced living environment in a sought-after urban setting.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states the modern bathroom is equipped with a shower.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the listing.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is located on the landing of the second floor, not directly accessible from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a separate toilet on the first-floor landing.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing mentions a 'designradiator' in the bathroom, which commonly functions as a heated towel rail in Dutch real estate, though not explicitly named as such.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing.
Rain Shower
No rain shower is mentioned in the listing.
Double Shower
No double shower is mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is an entire upper apartment with its own private bathroom.
Shared Toilet
The apartment has private toilets, one separate and one in the bathroom.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'vaste wastafel' (fixed washbasin).
Bathroom Heated Floor
No bathroom heated floor is mentioned in the listing.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a balcony of 6 m² on the northeast side.
Rear Garden
No garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Front Garden
No garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Side Garden
No garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Terrace
There is no ground-level terrace mentioned, only a balcony and a potential roof terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The features section explicitly states 'Roof terrace possible, but still needs to be constructed.' Therefore, it does not currently exist.
Fenced Yard
The property is an upper apartment with no yard mentioned.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
This is an 86 m² upper apartment; there is no space or mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is near the station and city center of Haarlem, but not described as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden or any garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an apartment in the city center; equestrian facilities are impossible.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an apartment in the city center; small livestock facilities are impossible.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned or expected for this type of property.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned or expected for this type of property.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned or expected for this type of property.
Remarkable Mountain View
Haarlem is located in a completely flat part of the Netherlands.
Remarkable City View
It is an upper apartment on the edge of the city center, but no specific city view is highlighted in the text.
Remarkable Garden View
There is no garden to view, and no garden view is mentioned.
Remarkable Sea View
Haarlem is inland and no sea view is mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
It is near the historic center, but no specific landmark view is mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned, which is standard for a 1912 Dutch apartment of this size.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states a CV-ketel (combi boiler) for heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the layout or features, and it is uncommon in this type of 1912 apartment with central heating.
Underfloor Heating
A 'design radiator' is explicitly mentioned, and underfloor heating is not listed among the features.
Walk In Closet
Not mentioned in the layout, and unlikely given the 86 m² size and standard 2-bedroom layout.
Home Office
The layout specifies two bedrooms and a living room, with no mention of a dedicated office space.
Skylight
The bedrooms specifically have 'dakkapellen' (dormer windows), not skylights.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned; typical 1912 Dutch upper houses usually have flat ceilings, especially with roof insulation applied.
Private Indoor Pool
It is an 86 m² upper apartment; a private indoor pool is impossible.
Private Indoor Sauna
It is an 86 m² upper apartment; a private indoor sauna is not present.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No elements of Scandinavian design such as light woods, minimalism, or specific hygge features are mentioned.
Modern
The listing mentions a 'modern bathroom' and a 'design radiator', but the building is from 1912 and the overall feel is a traditional upper house.
Industrial
There are no mentions of exposed brick, metal accents, open ductwork, or raw finishes typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements like terracotta, warm color palettes, or arched windows are described.
Classic
The apartment is located in a building from 1912 in the historic center of Haarlem, suggesting a classic architectural style despite some modern interior updates.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1912, it likely has traditional elements, but the interior has been modernized (e.g., modern bathroom, semi-open kitchen).
Early 20th Century
The construction year is explicitly listed as 1912.
Post War Functional
The building dates back to 1912, which is before WWII.
Modernist
A 1912 building does not fit the modernist architectural style, despite some modern interior updates.
Newly Build
The building was constructed in 1912.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
There is no mention of a kitchen island in the description or layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes a 'semi-open keuken' (semi-open kitchen), meaning it is not fully open plan.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the layout.
Shared Kitchen
The property is described as an upper apartment (bovenwoning) with a private entrance, indicating the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'keurig' (neat/decent), but there is no mention of it being a high-end or design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The building is from 1912. While the kitchen is described as neat and well-maintained, there is no indication that it is recently installed or new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features list explicitly states 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Garage
There is no mention of a garage, only public parking is listed.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present in the property.
Double Garage
There is no garage present in the property.
Attic
The property is an upper apartment across two living floors with a flat roof. No attic space is mentioned in the layout.
Cellar
The property is a 'bovenwoning' (upper apartment) and no cellar is mentioned.
Covered Parking
The parking listed is 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), which implies it is not covered.
Underground Parking
The parking listed is 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), not an underground facility.
Workshop
The property is a standard residential apartment with no mention of a workshop.
Shed
There is no mention of a shed on the property.
Rules
Owners Association
Listing clearly states 'Actieve Vereniging van Eigenaren € 99,90 per maand' (Active Homeowners Association)
Leasehold
Listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), not leasehold
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
VvE checklist shows 'Inschrijving KvK Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes)
Oa Annual Meeting
VvE checklist shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes)
Oa Fees
VvE checklist shows 'Periodieke bijdrage Ja (€ 99,90 per maand)' (Periodic contribution: Yes)
Oa Reserve Fund
VvE checklist shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes)
Oa Maintenance Plan
VvE checklist shows 'Onderhoudsplan Nee' (Maintenance plan: No)
Oa Buildings Insurance
VvE checklist shows 'Opstalverzekering Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes)
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions a 'trapopgang' (staircase) to the first floor. It is a 1912 building with no mention of an elevator installation.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states 'eigen entree' (private entrance) on the ground floor.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate; it is a standard upper apartment in a residential area near the city center, not a secured complex.
Gated Community
The property is located on a quiet road in a residential neighborhood on the edge of the city center, with no indication of being a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is an upper house requiring climbing a staircase to reach the first and second floors, making it not wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The floor plan includes two bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a separate toilet, but no dedicated laundry room is mentioned. Based on typical layouts for a 1912 upper apartment, a separate laundry room is unlikely, giving moderate confidence that it is not present.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features list, which typically highlights such features if present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed under insulation features as 'dubbel glas' (double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifically mentions double glazing but makes no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under insulation features as 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed in both the description and features as 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed in both the description and features as 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The property uses a gas-fired combi boiler (Nefit Trendline II) installed in 2020, rather than a heat pump.
Home Battery
No home battery is mentioned, and the absence of solar panels makes the presence of a home battery highly unlikely.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Beyond insulation, the property features a modern high-efficiency gas combi boiler from 2020, which improves energy efficiency compared to older boilers.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.