Stylish Renovated Ground Floor Apartment with Sunny South-Facing Garden in Oud Mathenesse

This ground floor apartment is located at Engelsestraat 130-B in the Oud Mathenesse district of Rotterdam. The property is offered at an asking price of 275,000 euros buyer's costs. The apartment has a living area of 49 square meters, an additional 3 square meters of other indoor space, and a total volume of 159 cubic meters. The property features two bedrooms, making it a three-room apartment.

The building dates back to 1938 and has undergone significant improvements in recent years. A comprehensive renovation was completed in 2021, carried out with attention to detail and high-quality materials. The results of this renovation are immediately apparent throughout the property in the finishing and layout. The bathroom was updated in 2025, ensuring it meets contemporary standards.

The entrance to the property is at ground level and leads directly into a hall. From this hall, there is access to the kitchen area. A corridor provides access to a design washbasin, a closet containing the washing machine connection, a fixed storage closet, and the meter cupboard.

The kitchen is situated at the front of the apartment. It features a complete built-in kitchen setup with integrated lighting. The kitchen is equipped with an induction cooktop, a design extractor hood, an oven, a refrigerator-freezer combination, and a dishwasher. The work surface is made of hardstone, providing a durable and attractive food preparation area.

The living room is designed as a through-living room, allowing natural light to enter from both the front and rear of the property. The floor is finished with oak wood, and both the walls and ceiling have a smooth, clean finish. A decorative fireplace adds character to the space. The living room connects to the kitchen via sliding doors, creating a flexible layout that can be opened up or divided depending on preference. French doors at the rear of the living room provide direct access to the backyard.

The first bedroom is located at the rear of the apartment. It has the same oak wood flooring and smooth wall and ceiling finishes as the living room. This bedroom includes a built-in closet and has a door that opens directly to the garden, which is a practical and pleasant feature.

The second bedroom is positioned at the front of the property. It also features oak wood flooring and smooth finishes on the walls and ceiling.

The bathroom was renovated in 2025 and is finished with modern tiles. It contains a walk-in rain shower and a wall-hung toilet. The design is contemporary and functional.

One notable feature of this apartment is the presence of underfloor heating throughout the property. This provides even heat distribution and contributes to a comfortable indoor climate. The underfloor heating also eliminates the need for radiators, resulting in a cleaner aesthetic and more flexible placement of furniture.

All window frames in the property are made of plastic with double glazing, which contributes to energy efficiency and requires minimal maintenance. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha combi boiler from approximately 2020, which is included in the sale as it is owned by the current owner.

The outdoor space consists of a backyard measuring approximately 17 square meters, with dimensions of 3.84 meters in depth and 4.50 meters in width. The garden faces south, ensuring it receives sunlight throughout much of the day. The garden has a wooden terrace (vlonderterras) and features stairs leading to a free-standing wooden storage shed of approximately 3 square meters. The storage shed has electricity connected.

The property is situated on its own ground, though the transfer involves both an apartment right in bare ownership and an apartment right in leasehold. The energy label is C, which is valid until March 20, 2036. Given the pre-war construction date, an age clause will be included in the purchase agreement.

The homeowners association (VvE) contribution is 127.07 euros per month. The VvE is 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.

Oud Mathenesse is a green and well-maintained pre-war urban neighborhood. The historic center of Schiedam is within easy cycling distance, offering a variety of cafes, restaurants, and shops along its canals. Public transportation options are excellent, with the Marconiplein metro station serving lines A, B, and C, various tram and bus stops, and Schiedam Centrum railway station all within walking distance. The Dakpark shopping area with its large retail stores, various supermarkets, and major highways including the A20, A13, and A4 are all readily accessible. Rotterdam city center can be reached by bicycle in approximately 15 minutes.

It is important to note that the Oud Mathenesse neighborhood falls under purchase protection regulations. This means that investors cannot purchase the property for rental purposes, although exceptions exist such as renting to a family member. Parking in the area is available through paid parking and parking permit systems.

The property is offered as furnished (gestoffeerd). Delivery is by mutual agreement between buyer and seller.