Corner Apartment with Stunning Balijbos Views and West-Facing Terrace
Key Features
Upsides
- Exceptional location directly adjacent to Balijbos with beautiful green views and west-facing terrace
- Corner position provides extra light through side-wall windows and a more spacious feel in the living room
- Energy label A with double glazing and wall insulation for good energy efficiency
- Intimate complex with only 9 residences and private storage in the basement
- Proximity to shopping center, train station, and A12 motorway for excellent connectivity
Downsides
- Monthly VVE contribution of 328 euros adds to housing costs
- Only 2 bedrooms may be insufficient for families or those needing a home office
- Public parking only with no dedicated parking space included
- Partially furnished condition may require buyers to remove existing items or adapt to existing fittings
- Listed as 'gedeeltelijk gestoffeerd' meaning partial furnishing is included which may not suit all buyers
Description
This corner apartment is located directly at the Balijbos, offering a stunning and unobstructed view of this green park area. The property is part of a small-scale apartment complex that was built under the architectural influence of the Amsterdam School style, giving the building a distinctive and characterful appearance.
The layout of this three-room apartment is particularly spacious due to its corner position. The living room benefits from extra front width, which creates a wonderfully spatial impression. Large windows in the side wall bring in an abundance of natural light throughout the day, making the space feel bright and inviting. The living area flows into a generously sized kitchen through a semi-open connection.
The kitchen is equipped with a U-shaped arrangement and comes with built-in appliances including a range hood, gas hob, combination oven and microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. From the kitchen, you can access the sunny terrace via sliding doors. This west-facing balcony receives afternoon and evening sun, and from here you can enjoy the beautiful green view over the Balijbos.
The apartment features a very spacious entrance hall, which provides access to all rooms. There are two bedrooms in total, with the main bedroom also benefiting from an additional window in the side wall. The bathroom is equipped with a shower, bathtub, and vanity unit. There is also a separate toilet room. A large indoor storage room houses the central heating combi boiler and provides space for a washing machine and dryer.
In the basement of the building, there is a private storage unit, and the complex features a central entrance with mailboxes, a video intercom system, stairwell, elevator, and bicycle storage area. The building is designed for only nine residences, ensuring a intimate and community-oriented living environment.
The location is highly convenient with the attractive Rokkeveen shopping center nearby, which includes a Friday market, library, and various amenities. Public transport options include the NS train station Zoetermeer and Randstadrail Driemanspolder, both easily accessible. Major roads and the A12 motorway are within short distance, making this location well-connected for commuters.
The VVE contribution is 328 euros per month and covers building maintenance, reserve fund, building insurance, and general upkeep of the complex. The association is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce and holds annual meetings.
The apartment is equipped with double glazing and wall insulation. The energy label is A, and the property has mechanical ventilation and cable television connections. The combi boiler is gas-fired and owned, providing efficient heating and hot water.
The property is accessible for people with limited mobility, and there is public parking available in the area. Acceptance of the property is possible in consultation, and short-term handover is possible. The non-residence clause is not applicable to this sale.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listed explicitly: 'Badkamer met douche, wastafelmeubel en ligbad'. Confirmed in features section: 'Badkamervoorzieningen: Douche, ligbad, en wastafelmeubel'.
Bathtub
Listed explicitly: 'Badkamer met douche, wastafelmeubel en ligbad'. Confirmed in features: 'Badkamervoorzieningen: Douche, ligbad, en wastafelmeubel'.
Ensuite Bathroom
Description states bathroom is accessed via the 'very spacious hall' and leads to 'two bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet'. This suggests a central bathroom not directly attached to a specific bedroom, rather than an ensuite setup.
Guest Toilet
Features section clearly states 'Aantal badkamers: 1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet). Description also mentions 'separate toiletruimte'.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment for 9 units in a complex. The shower is within the private apartment, not shared.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment with its own separate toilet. Not a shared facility.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listed as 'Balkon aanwezig' and 'zonneterras' with west-facing orientation for afternoon and evening sun
Rear Garden
No rear garden mentioned in the listing
Front Garden
No front garden mentioned in the listing
Side Garden
No side garden mentioned in the listing
Terrace
The 'zonneterras' (sun terrace) is described with openslaande deuren (French doors) connecting from the kitchen
Rooftop Terrace
Apartment is located on the 2nd floor (2e woonlaag) with no mention of rooftop access
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in the listing
Fenced Yard
No fenced yard mentioned in the listing, this is an apartment building
Patio
The balcony/terrace functions as outdoor space, though not explicitly called a patio
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing
Guest House
No guest house mentioned, this is an apartment complex
Waterfront
The listing states 'Direct aan het Balijbos gelegen' - adjacent to a green forest/park area, not water
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned in the listing
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned in the listing
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned in the listing
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned in the listing
Remarkable Mountain View
The view is described as 'Schitterend vrij en groen uitzicht op het Balijbos' - a green forest view, not mountains
Remarkable City View
The listing focuses on the green park view, not city views
Remarkable Garden View
The listing explicitly states 'Schitterend vrij en groen uitzicht op het Balijbos' (beautiful open green view of the Balijbos)
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view mentioned in the listing
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned in the listing
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark view mentioned in the listing
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No mention of air conditioning anywhere in the listing. Standard listing would mention this feature if present.
Central Heating
Clearly states 'Cv-ketel gas gestookt combiketel' - gas-fired combi central heating boiler.
Fireplace
No mention of fireplace in the description of the apartment, its rooms, or listed features.
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned; would be a highlighted feature if present in a Dutch listing.
Walk In Closet
Only mentions a 'grote inpandige berging' (large storage room) but no walk-in closet specifically.
Home Office
No dedicated home office space mentioned; while a bedroom could theoretically be used, no specific home office room is described.
Skylight
No mention of skylight in any part of the listing description or features.
Exposed Beams
No mention of exposed beams; Amsterdam School style may have decorative elements but not specifically listed.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool facilities mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned; only bathroom with standard facilities (shower, bathtub, sink).
Built-In Wardrobes
Only mentions 'grote inpandige berging' as storage but no built-in wardrobes mentioned; bedrooms described without cabinet details.
French Doors
No mention of French doors; instead mentions 'openslaande deuren' (double doors) to the balcony from the kitchen only.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No indication of scandinavian style characteristics in the listing. The Amsterdam School architectural style is entirely different.
Modern
Built in 1997, basic appliances and standard finishes; does not clearly reflect contemporary modern interior styling.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned; listing describes a residential apartment with standard finishes.
Mediterranean
Dutch property with no Mediterranean design cues; described with standard Dutch apartment features.
Classic
Explicitly mentions 'Amsterdamse school' architecture which is a recognized classic Dutch architectural style from early 20th century.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The listing mentions 'Gebouwd onder architectuur van de Amsterdamse school' (built under architecture of the Amsterdam School) - this is a recognizable Dutch architectural movement with historic characteristics
Early 20th Century
Building was constructed in 1997, far after the early 20th century
Post War Functional
Built in 1997, not post-war era. While the Amsterdam School mentioned could refer to design inspiration, it's not post-war functional architecture
Modernist
Built in 1997 with typical modern apartment features including lift, mechanical ventilation, and contemporary kitchen. The building style is more functional modern rather than traditional historic
Newly Build
Built in 1997, which is nearly 30 years ago, so not newly built
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Vaatwasmachine (dishwasher) is explicitly listed as one of the built-in appliances in the kitchen.
Oven
Combi-oven/magnetron is explicitly mentioned as a kitchen appliance, indicating an bake oven function.
Microwave
Combi-oven/magnetron (combination oven/microwave) is explicitly listed as a kitchen appliance.
Refrigerator
Koelkast (refrigerator) is explicitly listed as one of the built-in appliances in the U-shaped kitchen.
Freezer
Only koelkast (refrigerator) is mentioned - no separate freezer is listed among the appliances or storage areas.
Kitchen Island
The description mentions a kitchen in U-opstelling (U-shaped layout), which is distinct from a kitchen island. No island is explicitly mentioned.
Pantry
A large inpandige berging (internal storage) with CV boiler and laundry equipment space is mentioned, but this serves as utility/storage, not a dedicated food pantry.
Stove
Gaskookplaat (gas cooktop) is explicitly listed as a built-in kitchen appliance.
Induction Stove
The listing specifies gaskookplaat (gas cooktop), not an induction stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
No coffee maker is mentioned in the listed kitchen appliances (afzuigschouw, gaskookplaat, combi-oven/magnetron, koelkast, vaatwasmachine).
Boiling Water Tap
Boiling water tap such as Quooker is not mentioned in the description.
Downdraft Extractor
Afzuigschouw (extractor hood) is mentioned, but standard wall-mounted or above-stove hoods are not downdraft. No downdraft system is specified.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private residential apartment with a private kitchen, not a shared kitchen arrangement.
Design Kitchen
While the apartment was built under 'Amsterdamse school' architecture and the kitchen is well-equipped with built-in appliances, it is not explicitly marketed as a design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The building dates from 1997 and the kitchen is not described as new or recently renovated. A 1997 kitchen would be considered outdated by current standards.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listed under parking type as 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) - no private parking available.
Storage Room
Large indoor storage room ('grote inpandige berging') mentioned in description with CV combi boiler and washing machine connections.
Garage
No private garage for parking. The listing specifies 'Openbaar parkeren' as parking type. The mention of 'garage' in description refers to the underground building where storage is located, not a parking garage.
Double Garage
No garage exists on the property.
Attic
This is a second-floor apartment (2e woonlaag) in a small complex with only 9 apartments. No attic space mentioned.
Cellar
The private storage in the basement ('privé berging in de onderbouw') functions similarly to a cellar, but is technically a storage compartment in the building's basement.
Bike Storage
Description explicitly states 'privé fietsenberging is gelegen' in the basement ('onderbouw') of the building.
Covered Parking
Only 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) is listed as parking type. No covered parking facilities mentioned.
Underground Parking
Only public street parking available. No underground parking mentioned. The storage is in the basement but not for cars.
Workshop
No workshop mentioned. Only storage room with laundry connections.
Shed
External storage of 8 m² listed as 'Box' type. This serves as a private storage shed in the building's basement.
Rules
Owners Association
VVE (Vereniging van Eigenaren) is explicitly mentioned with monthly contribution of €328, registered in KvK, annual meetings held, reserve fund present, maintenance plan exists, and buildings insurance in place.
Leasehold
Kadastrale gegevens show 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold), indicating this is not a leasehold property.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
VVE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (KvK registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
VVE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
VVE contribution is explicitly stated as €328.00 per month.
Oa Reserve Fund
VVE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
VVE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
VVE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'toegang tot het trappenhuis, de lift en de onderbouw' (access to stairwell, the elevator, and the basement), confirming the presence of an elevator in the building.
Intercom
The listing mentions 'videofooninstallatie' (video intercom system) in the central entrance hall, confirming the presence of an intercom system.
Alarm System
No mention of an alarm system in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras in the listing description or features.
Private Entrance
The apartment has its own entrance from the central entrance hall, which is standard for apartments in this type of complex.
Automatic Gate
No mention of an automatic gate. Parking is described as 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Video Door Phone
The listing explicitly mentions 'videofooninstallatie' (video door phone) in the central entrance hall.
Gated Community
The listing describes a small-scale apartment complex with a central entrance hall but no mention of a gated or fenced community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing explicitly states 'Toegankelijk voor mensen met een beperking' (Accessible for people with disabilities), and the presence of an elevator further supports wheelchair accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'opstelplaats was-apparatuur' (space for washing appliances) in the large internal storage room, and the property is 'gedeeltelijk gestoffeerd' (partially furnished), which typically includes white goods. However, no explicit mention of an included washing machine.
Washing Machine Connections
The presence of 'opstelplaats was-apparatuur' (placement for washing appliances) explicitly indicates that connections for washing machines exist in the apartment.
Laundry Room
The large internal storage room ('grote inpandige berging') houses the washing machine connections, effectively functioning as a utility/laundry area, though it is not labeled as a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
The listing only mentions 'opstelplaats was-apparatuur' which typically refers to washing machine connections. There is no explicit mention of a dryer or dryer connections.
Smart Home
No mention of smart home features, home automation, or intelligent systems in the property description.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under Voorzieningen (features).
Cable Tv
The listing explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (cable TV) under Voorzieningen (features).
Water Softener
No mention of a water softener system in the property description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
Listing explicitly mentions 'Dubbel glas' under the isolatie (insulation) section.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing; only 'Dubbel glas' is specified.
Wall Insulation
Listing explicitly mentions 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) under isolatie (insulation) section.
Heat Pump
Listing states 'Gas gestookt combiketel, eigendom' indicating a gas-fired combi boiler is in use, not a heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Listing states energielabel A, indicating relatively good energy efficiency. Additional energy measures mentioned include double glazing, wall insulation, and a modern (1997) building year. No mention of renewable energy systems.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.