Light and spacious apartment with sunny west-facing balcony near Engelandpark
Key Features
Upsides
- The apartment features a sunny west facing balcony accessible from both the living room and the bedroom, providing lovely outdoor space.
- The location is very favorable, situated near the green Engelandpark and within walking distance of shops and public transport, with quick access to Haarlem and Heemstede.
- The layout is practical and includes a separate workspace and a spacious bathroom with electric floor heating.
- There is ample storage with a private external storage box and the option to purchase a large double garage.
Downsides
- The monthly service costs of nearly 388 euros are relatively high for an apartment of this size.
- There is only one separate bedroom, which might be limiting for potential buyers looking for two distinct sleeping quarters despite the workspace being present.
- The building dates back to 1966, which implies potential maintenance concerns typical for older structures, despite the active VvE.
Description
Welcome to this charming apartment situated on the green Engelandlaan in Haarlem. This residence offers a unique blend of tranquility and convenience, providing a comfortable living environment in a well maintained building. Originally designed as a three room apartment, the current owners have thoughtfully reconfigured the layout to create a more spacious and practical living area. This home is ideal for individuals or couples looking for a practical and pleasant place to live.
Upon entering the apartment on the first floor, you step into a welcoming hall with access to the meter cupboard. The heart of the home is the bright and spacious living room featuring a through layout. Large windows allow plenty of natural light to enter, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. At the front of the apartment, there is an open kitchen, making it a perfect spot for cooking and socializing. The living room provides direct access to the lovely balcony, which faces west. This sunny outdoor space is a wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the evening sun.
The apartment includes a handy workspace located at the front of the property. This room is versatile and currently serves as a home office, but it could easily be used as a guest room or a walk in closet. In this space, you will also find the boiler and the connections for the washing machine and dryer, keeping laundry facilities neatly out of the main living areas.
At the rear of the apartment, you will find a generous master bedroom. Measuring approximately 3.28 meters by 4.13 meters, this room offers ample space for a large bed and other furniture. Like the living room, the bedroom also provides access to the west facing balcony, allowing you to step outside and enjoy the fresh air immediately after waking up.
The bathroom in this apartment is exceptionally spacious and equipped with high quality amenities. It features a walk in shower, a washbasin cabinet, and a toilet. A particularly comfortable feature is the electric floor heating, ensuring the bathroom stays warm and cozy, especially during the colder months.
Storage solutions in this property are excellent. On the ground floor of the complex, you have access to your own private and closed storage room. This is perfect for storing bicycles, suitcases, or seasonal items. For those who require additional space, there is an optional double garage available for purchase separately. This garage is located underneath the building and measures approximately 9.93 meters by 3.32 meters, offering more than enough room for a car and extra storage.
The apartment is fully equipped with double glazing, contributing to better insulation and a quieter living environment. The building uses block heating for warmth and an electric boiler for hot water. The monthly service charges for the apartment are 387.92 euros. This fee includes the building insurance, an advance payment for heating costs, daily maintenance, and a contribution to the reserve fund for future maintenance. The active Homeowners Association is professionally managed and financially healthy, with a maintenance plan and reserve fund in place.
The location of the Engelandlaan is one of its strongest assets. The street runs parallel to the Engelandpark, a green park with water features where it is delightful to walk or exercise. Living here means waking up to the sound of birds. Daily amenities like grocery shops are within walking distance. For more extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment, the covered shopping center is nearby, complete with a cinema and the central bus station. From here, buses depart to various destinations in the region.
For commuters, the location is highly practical. The property is situated very close to the main highways leading to Amsterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague. If you prefer cycling, the city centers of Haarlem and Heemstede are both just a fifteen minute ride away. Additionally, the beautiful dunes and the beaches of Bloemendaal and Zandvoort are easily accessible by bike, offering endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation in nature.
In summary, this apartment on the Engelandlaan offers a fantastic package with its light filled living spaces, practical layout, sunny balcony, and excellent location near parks and city centers. The combination of indoor comfort and outdoor surroundings makes this a truly wonderful place to call home.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing specifically mentions a walk-in shower and does not mention a bathtub. In apartments of this size, a bathtub is typically listed if present.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes one central bathroom accessible from the hall/living area, with no mention of a bathroom connected directly to the bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a toilet inside the bathroom but does not mention a separate guest toilet.
Bidet
Bidets are very rare in Dutch apartments and are not mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment for sale, not a student house or shared living complex.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment for sale, not a student house or shared living complex.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (singular washbasin cabinet), implying a single sink rather than a double vanity.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing explicitly states the bathroom is provided with 'elektrische vloerverwarming' (electric floor heating).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing title and description explicitly mention a 'zonnig balkon op het westen' (sunny balcony on the west).
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor ('Eerste etage'), which typically does not include a private rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor ('Eerste etage'), making a private front garden highly unlikely.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor; no side garden is mentioned or typical for this type.
Terrace
The listing specifically mentions a 'balkon' (balcony) and does not mention a separate ground-level terrace or roof terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The apartment is on the first floor of a building built in 1966, and no roof terrace is mentioned.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment; no private yard, fenced or otherwise, is present.
Patio
The property is an apartment with a balcony; no ground-level patio is mentioned.
Veranda
The listing describes a balcony, not a veranda.
Guest House
The property is a 69 m² apartment; there is no space or mention of a separate guest house.
Waterfront
Located near a park with water features ('waterpartijen'), but not directly on a significant body of water like a canal or river.
Kitchen Garden
The property is an apartment without a garden, so a kitchen garden is not present.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment listing with no mention of stables or horse facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban apartment; no small livestock facilities are present or mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
This is a 1966 apartment complex; a private outdoor pool is not mentioned and highly unlikely.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the features or description.
Private Tennis Court
This is an apartment in a residential area; no tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Haarlem, the Netherlands, which is a flat landscape with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing emphasizes views of a green park and birds, rather than a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The apartment is located next to the green Engelandpark and the description mentions waking up to bird sounds, indicating a view of greenery.
Remarkable Sea View
While near the coast, the property is inland in Haarlem and does not have a sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property is near a park and residential area; no harbour is mentioned or visible.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned in the listing description.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming: Blokverwarming' (Block heating), which is a form of central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features list.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly states the bathroom is 'voorzien van elektrische vloerverwarming' (provided with electric floor heating).
Home Office
The listing explicitly mentions a 'handige werkkamer' (handy work room).
Skylight
There is no mention of skylights; the apartment features windows and a balcony.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned; typical for a 1966 apartment.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the layout or features.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment listing with no mention of luxury amenities like a private pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the apartment features.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned; the building is from 1966.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a light apartment near a park, which fits the Scandinavian vibe, but there is no specific mention of Scandinavian interior design elements.
Modern
Features like an open kitchen, electric floor heating in the bathroom, and a changed layout suggest modern updates, though the building is from 1966.
Industrial
No elements indicative of an industrial style (e.g., exposed bricks, concrete) are mentioned.
Mediterranean
No features suggesting a Mediterranean style (e.g., terracotta, colors) are mentioned.
Classic
The building dates back to 1966, which is a modernist era, and the layout has been changed to open plan, reducing its 'classic' appeal.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1966, which is post-war and not considered traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1966, this falls into the mid-to-late 20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1966 as a 'portiekflat' (gallery flat), this is a classic example of post-war functional architecture designed for mass housing.
Modernist
The building dates from 1966 and has a flat roof, characteristics typical of modernist/post-war functionalist architecture.
Newly Build
The construction year is explicitly listed as 1966.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states 'doorzon woonkamer met open keuken' (living room with open kitchen).
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private apartment with its own entrance and facilities.
Design Kitchen
The description only mentions 'open keuken' without luxury descriptors like 'design' or 'luxe', suggesting a standard finish.
New Kitchen
The building is from 1966 and although the layout was changed, the kitchen is not described as new or recently renovated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing indicates 'Soort parkeergelegenheid Openbaar parkeren' (Type of parking: Public parking). While a permit or fees are not detailed, public parking is available.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly states 'Eigen, afgesloten berging op parterre van complex' (Own, closed storage on the ground floor of the complex) and lists 'Externe bergruimte 38 m²'.
Garage
The listing mentions an 'Optioneel garage te koop' (Optional garage for sale) located under the residence. Although optional and at an additional cost, it is a feature offered with the listing.
Double Garage
The listing explicitly describes the optional garage as a 'dubbele (!) garage' (double garage).
Attic
The property is a third-floor apartment in a 1966 'Portiekflat' (gallery flat). The layout description and features list make no mention of an attic.
Cellar
The listing mentions a storage room on the ground floor ('berginkelder' is not mentioned). Given the building type (flat), a private cellar is unlikely. I will assume no.
Covered Parking
The primary parking listed is 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), which is typically not covered. The optional garage is not a standard part of the listing.
Underground Parking
The optional garage is located 'onder de woning' (under the property), but the apartment listing itself does not include an underground parking space. The complex does not appear to have general underground parking.
Shed
The listing mentions 'Schuur/berging Box' (Shed/storage box) in the features and describes a private, closed storage room on the ground floor.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of a parking spot available for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
The listing offers an optional double garage for sale at a 'vraagprijs € 70.000'.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a VvE (Owners Association) and details such as fees and meetings.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), indicating it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The features section explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The features section explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja'.
Oa Fees
The features section explicitly states 'Periodieke bijdrage Ja (€ 387,92 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The features section explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The features section explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The features section explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly describes access via a 'trappenhuis' (staircase) and does not list an elevator in the building features.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a 'Portiekflat' (gallery flat), which by definition has a shared entrance and staircase.
Gated Community
The property is an apartment building located on a public street (Engelandlaan), not a private residential community with a gate.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the first floor and access is via a staircase ('trappenhuis') with no elevator available.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions connections for a washing machine are present, but does not state that the appliance itself is included in the sale.
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states 'aansluitingen zitten voor wasmachine en droger' (connections for washing machine and dryer are located) in the workroom.
Laundry Room
The room containing the boiler and laundry connections is described as a 'werkkamer' (workroom/study), not as a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
Only connections for a dryer are mentioned; the appliance itself is not listed as included.
Smart Home
The apartment is from 1966 and the description mentions standard features like double glazing and block heating, with no mention of smart home technologies.
Water Softener
Water softeners are not standard in Dutch apartments and are not mentioned in the text.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing makes no mention of solar panels or photovoltaic systems.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Volledig voorzien van dubbel glas' (Fully equipped with double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing ('dubbel glas'). It does not mention triple glazing, HR++ glass, or similar high-efficiency window types.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies the heating system as 'Blokverwarming' (district/block heating) and hot water via an 'Elektrische boiler'. There is no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery, nor are there solar panels installed which would typically accompany such a system.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Double glazing is the only specific energy efficiency measure detailed in the text.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.