Characteristic Ground Floor Apartment with Deep Private Garden in Hilversum South
Key Features
Upsides
- The property features a deep private backyard of approximately 11 meters with a shed, which is a significant asset for an apartment.
- The location is highly desirable, situated near the bustling Gijsbrecht van Amstelstraat with shops and restaurants, while also being close to nature areas like the Hoorneboegse Heide.
- The apartment includes a dry, standable cellar and the full property ownership includes private ground (appartementsrecht met eigen grond).
Downsides
- The living area is relatively small at 39.3 square meters and the bedroom is only accessible via the living room, limiting privacy.
- There is a non-self-occupancy clause in place, meaning the seller never lived there and standard inspection lists are not available, which increases due diligence requirements.
- Parking is subject to a paid parking system and a permit zone, which can be less convenient for car owners.
- The Homeowners Association (VvE) is still being established, meaning the rules and financial structure are new and not yet historically proven.
Description
If you are looking for a characteristic ground floor apartment featuring a deep, private backyard located on a top location in Hilversum, then this apartment is exactly what you need. Situated directly around the corner from the beloved Gijsbrecht van Amstelstraat, an area famous for its pleasant shops, artisan specialty stores, and charming boutiques, lies this ground floor apartment complete with a secluded and deep backyard. The location offers a unique lifestyle where daily conveniences are within immediate reach. Imagine enjoying a fresh croissant from the French baker, stepping into the Olijvenhuis for specialty items, or picking up something tasty at the Hema. Everything is literally within walking distance, ensuring that daily errands are both easy and enjoyable.
Beyond the immediate commercial amenities, the property is positioned in a way that grants access to nature and major transit routes. Nature areas such as the Hoorneboegse Heide are nearby, offering ample opportunity for relaxation and outdoor activities. Schools, public transportation options, and highways leading towards Amsterdam and Utrecht are all in close proximity. This makes the location highly practical for those who commute for work or wish to travel frequently, while still enjoying a residential environment. The combination of urban convenience and natural surroundings creates a balanced living situation.
The layout of the property is designed to maximize the available space and light. Access to the apartment is gained via a shared front garden, which provides a green entrance to the building. This front garden is suitable for parking bicycles, offering a practical storage solution right at the entrance. From the garden, you reach the front door leading to the central hall. The hall provides the entrance to the ground floor apartment, setting a welcoming tone for the residence.
Upon entering the apartment, you are welcomed by a light living room featuring high ceilings. The height of the ceilings contributes to a spacious feeling, a characteristic often found in buildings of this era. The living room is equipped with a sliding door that opens directly to the backyard, effectively bringing the outdoors inside and allowing natural light to flood the space. In the living room, you will find an authentic fireplace, which serves as a charming focal point and adds to the character of the home. The living area flows naturally into the open kitchen, creating a sociable space for cooking and dining.
The kitchen is fitted with various built-in appliances to ensure functionality. These include an extractor hood, a 4-burner gas hob, and a refrigerator. This setup allows for meal preparation with ease. One of the practical features of the kitchen is that it provides access to a spacious, standable, and dry cellar. This cellar is reached via a hatch in the floor, offering excellent additional storage space for items that are not needed on a daily basis, such as seasonal decorations or spare supplies. The presence of a dry cellar is a significant asset for an apartment of this size.
Continuing through the property, you find the bathroom. The bathroom is accessible from the living areas and is equipped with a toilet, a sink, and a spacious shower. This arrangement ensures that all sanitary facilities are conveniently located within the home. The bedroom is situated at the front of the house. It is accessible via the living room, which is a common layout for this type of apartment. The positioning at the front offers a view of the street or the shared garden area.
The outdoor space is a major highlight of this listing. The backyard is accessible both through the kitchen and the sliding door in the living room, providing easy access from multiple points in the home. Measured from the rear facade, the backyard is approximately 11 meters deep. This depth is considerable for an apartment and offers plenty of room for lounging, dining, or gardening. At the rear of the garden, there is a wide, wooden shed. This shed provides secure storage for garden furniture, bicycles, or tools, keeping the main outdoor space clutter-free. The garden faces east, which means it can be a pleasant spot to enjoy the morning sun.
This property comes with several notable features. It is a ground floor apartment with its own backyard and a spacious shed, which is rare in many city centers. The location around the corner of the bustling Gijsbrecht van Amstelstraat ensures that you are part of a vibrant community. The apartment is fully equipped with double glazing, which contributes to better insulation and energy efficiency. The building is part of a protected village view called Hilversum South since 2015. This status helps preserve the historical and aesthetic character of the neighborhood, ensuring that the surroundings remain pleasant and consistent.
The property was built in 1905, which gives it its characteristic charm but also implies certain maintenance considerations typical for buildings of this age. Regarding the heating system, the apartment features a Remeha Tzerra HR combi-boiler from 2012. This boiler is owned, meaning it is included in the sale and provides warm water and heating. The living area of the apartment is approximately 39.3 square meters, with a total volume of about 162 cubic meters. The property size is 97 square meters, involving apartment rights with private ground. In terms of parking, the location falls under a paid parking zone and permit area South in Hilversum. This means that residents must apply for a permit if they wish to park on the street.
The delivery of the property is in consultation, but it can be arranged quickly. There are various sales conditions applicable to this transaction. One important condition is the non-self-occupancy clause. This clause is applicable because the seller has never lived in the property themselves. Consequently, no standard Questions List B nor List of Items have been completed. This means the buyer cannot rely on standard disclosures regarding the living experience from the seller. Additionally, an age clause applies given the construction year of the object. This clause serves to protect both parties regarding potential defects associated with older buildings. The transfer of ownership will take place at the notary office De Vecht in Maarssen.
The Homeowners Association, or Vereniging van Eigenaren (VvE), is currently being established. This is due to a recent split into apartment rights involving a total of 2 members, namely the lower apartment and the upper apartment. The upstairs apartment will also be put up for sale in the future. A new VvE offers the opportunity to be involved in the management and rules of the building from the very beginning. There is a KvK registration, an annual meeting, a periodic contribution, a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and building insurance. These elements ensure that the building is managed professionally and that finances are handled correctly.
For those interested in this property, more information is available at the broker. Potential buyers are encouraged to view the property video and the 360-degree photos to get a better feel for the space. The extensive brochure can be downloaded directly via the broker's website and funda.nl. For a viewing of this favorably located ground floor apartment with a deep backyard, you can contact the office. The combination of the location, the private outdoor space, and the characteristic features makes this a unique opportunity in Hilversum.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ruime douche' (spacious shower) in the description and 'Douche' in the features list.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom facilities. Given the apartment size of 39 m², a bathtub is unlikely.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout description states access to the bathroom is via the living room ('Doorloop naar de badkamer'), not directly from the bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'badkamer met toilet' (bathroom with toilet), implying the only toilet is located within the bathroom. No separate guest toilet is listed.
Bidet
No bidet is listed. Bidets are uncommon in Dutch housing, particularly in apartments of this size and age.
Double Shower
The features list uses the singular 'Douche' and the apartment size makes a double shower configuration unlikely.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment with its own facilities, not a shared housing complex.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment with its own facilities, not a shared housing complex.
His And Hers Sinks
The features list specifies 'wastafel' (singular sink), indicating a single vanity.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a ground floor apartment ('benedenwoning') with a backyard. No balcony is mentioned.
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions 'eigen achtertuin' (private backyard) and specifies its size as 35m².
Front Garden
The listing mentions a 'Gedeelde voortuin' (shared front garden).
Side Garden
There is no mention of a side garden. The property is a typical ground floor apartment in a row.
Terrace
The property has a garden, but no specific terrace is mentioned separately.
Rooftop Terrace
This is a ground floor apartment.
Fenced Yard
The listing describes the backyard as 'besloten' (enclosed/private), which typically implies fencing.
Patio
The outdoor space is described as a 'tuin' (garden) rather than a patio.
Veranda
Not mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
Not mentioned. There is a wooden shed ('houten berging'), but not a guest house.
Waterfront
The listing does not mention water proximity. It is located near a shopping street and nature area 'Hoorneboegse Heide'.
Equestrian Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
Not mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
Not mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
Not mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Hilversum is in the Netherlands, which is mostly flat.
Remarkable City View
It is a ground floor apartment looking at a street and garden.
Remarkable Garden View
It has a deep private garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Hilversum is inland.
Remarkable Harbour View
Not a harbour location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning system is listed in the features or described in the text.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states there is a 'CV-ketel Remeha Tzerra HR-combiketel' (Central heating boiler).
Fireplace
The description mentions an 'authentieke schouw' (authentic fireplace) in the living room.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned as a feature; heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
Walk In Closet
The apartment is 39 m² with one bedroom and no mention of a walk-in closet in the layout.
Home Office
No dedicated workspace or home office is mentioned in the description or layout.
Skylight
There is no mention of skylights; natural light is provided by standard windows and a sliding door.
Exposed Beams
The description mentions high ceilings but does not mention exposed beams.
Bay Window
No bay window is described in the property layout.
Private Indoor Pool
It is impossible to have a private indoor pool in a 39 m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna, and the size of the apartment makes it highly unlikely.
Built-In Wardrobes
Built-in wardrobes are not mentioned in the features list.
French Doors
The description specifies a 'schuifpui' (sliding patio door) to the garden, not French doors.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The property is a characteristic ground-floor apartment from 1905 with an authentic fireplace, indicating a traditional style rather than a modern Scandinavian minimalist aesthetic.
Modern
While the open kitchen is a modern feature, the home dates back to 1905 with protected status, high ceilings, and an authentic fireplace, which gives it a classic character.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial elements such as exposed brick, concrete, or open pipe work; the interior is described as characteristic and authentic.
Mediterranean
The property is a traditional Dutch apartment in a protected village area with a standard layout, lacking specific Mediterranean features like terracotta tiles or a specific courtyard style.
Classic
Built in 1905, located in a protected village view ('Beschermd dorpsgezicht'), and featuring high ceilings and an authentic fireplace.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1905, located in a protected village view ('Beschermd dorpsgezicht'), and has an authentic fireplace.
Early 20th Century
The building year is explicitly stated as 1905.
Post War Functional
Built in 1905, before WWII.
Modernist
Built in 1905 with traditional features like a fireplace, not modernist.
Newly Build
Built in 1905.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing lists specific built-in appliances (extractor hood, gas stove, fridge) but does not mention a dishwasher.
Oven
The list of built-in appliances mentions an extractor hood, gas stove, and fridge, but no oven.
Microwave
Not mentioned in the list of appliances.
Refrigerator
Explicitly stated in the description: 'open keuken met diverse inbouwapparatuur: ... een koelkast'.
Freezer
Only a 'koelkast' (refrigerator) is mentioned. No separate freezer is listed.
Kitchen Island
The apartment is very small (39.3 m²) and dates back to 1905, making a kitchen island structurally and spatially impossible.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly states 'toegang tot de open keuken' (access to the open kitchen).
Pantry
Not mentioned in the layout or features. Storage is provided by a cellar.
Stove
Explicitly listed as a '4-pits gaskookplaat' (4-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly specifies a 'gaskookplaat' (gas stove), not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the inventory of built-in appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned; typically a high-end feature that would be highlighted if present.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned; a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood) is listed instead.
Shared Kitchen
It is a self-contained apartment ('benedenwoning') with its own facilities, not a shared housing situation.
Design Kitchen
While it has built-in appliances, it is in a 1905 building with no mention of specific design brands or high-end finishes.
New Kitchen
The building is from 1905 and there is no mention of a recent kitchen renovation. Renovations to the boiler (2012) suggest the kitchen may date from that time or earlier.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing indicates parking is available via paid street parking and permits ('betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen').
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a spacious cellar ('ruime, sta- en droge kelder') and a detached wooden shed ('houten berging').
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the description or feature list.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is present, so no automatic garage door exists.
Double Garage
No garage is present.
Attic
The property is a ground floor apartment ('benedenwoning') with a cellar; no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
The listing describes a 'ruime, sta- en droge kelder' (spacious, stand-up dry cellar) accessible via a hatch in the kitchen floor.
Bike Storage
The listing mentions a 'Gedeelde voortuin voor het stallen van fietsen' (Shared front garden for storing bicycles).
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned; parking is described as street parking.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned; only storage spaces (shed and cellar) are described.
Shed
The listing describes a 'brede, houten berging' (wide wooden shed) located at the back of the garden.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'betaald parkeren' (paid parking).
Street Parking Permit
The listing states the area is a 'parkeervergunningsgebied Zuid' (permit area South).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No specific parking spot for rent or associated price is mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
No specific parking spot for sale or associated price is mentioned.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states under 'VERENIGING VAN EIGENAARS' that 'De VvE is in oprichting' (The Owners Association is being established) due to a recent split into apartment rights. It confirms there is an HOA, albeit a new one.
Leasehold
The 'Features' section explicitly states under 'Kadastrale gegevens' that the 'Eigendomssituatie' (Ownership situation) is 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership). This means the property is freehold, not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Inschrijving KvK' (Chamber of Commerce registration) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Jaarlijkse vergadering' (Annual meeting) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Fees
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Periodieke bijdrage' (Periodic contribution) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes), indicating that the VvE charges fees.
Oa Reserve Fund
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Reservefonds aanwezig' (Reserve fund present) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Onderhoudsplan' (Maintenance plan) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
Under the 'VvE checklist' in the 'Features' section, the item 'Opstalverzekering' (Buildings insurance) is marked with 'Ja' (Yes).
Other Rules
The listing mentions a 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupancy clause) and an 'ouderdomsclausule' (old-age clause), which are specific sales contract clauses, not necessarily ongoing property rules. It does not describe other general community rules for the property or HOA.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a ground-floor apartment in a building from 1905. The description and layout details make no mention of an elevator, which is atypical for this type of construction.
Intercom
The listing describes a direct entrance via a front garden to a private front door. An intercom system is not mentioned and is unlikely for this specific setup of a ground-floor unit.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the description or the list of features.
Security Cameras
Security cameras are not mentioned in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states it is a ground-floor apartment with its own front door ('toegangsdeur naar de benedenwoning') accessible via the shared front yard.
Automatic Gate
The property is located on a street with a front garden. There is no mention of any gate, automatic or otherwise.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone or smart entry system is listed among the property features.
Security Door Window Hardware
While the property has double glazing, there is no mention of specific security hardware such as extra locks or safety bars.
Gated Community
The property is located in a residential area near a high street and is accessible via a public road; it is not part of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the ground floor, which aids accessibility. However, the building dates from 1905 and the listing does not mention step-free access, adapted facilities, or ramps.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The property has a cellar and a shed, but no dedicated laundry room is described in the layout.
High Speed Internet
The property is equipped with 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), providing high-speed internet capability.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
The building dates from 1905 and no smart home features or automation systems are mentioned.
Ventilation System
The listing specifies 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), which implies the absence of a mechanical ventilation system.
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel'.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the listing description or features list. In the context of Dutch real estate listings, their absence usually indicates they are not present.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Volledig voorzien van dubbele beglazing' (Fully equipped with double glazing) in the description and lists 'Dubbel glas' under features.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing and does not mention triple glazing, implying it is not present.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly identified as a gas-fired 'CV-ketel Remeha Tzerra HR-combiketel' from 2012, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
A home battery is not mentioned in the listing description or features.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property explicitly mentions full double glazing and a high-efficiency combination boiler.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.