Impressive Split-Level Maisonette with Roof Terrace and Communal Garden in Europakwartier
Key Features
Description
Located in the highly sought after Europakwartier district, we are pleased to present this impressive split-level maisonette. This exceptional property is thoughtfully spread across several floors and unique levels, offering a dynamic and versatile living space. From the inviting basement featuring a stunning garden room to the main living area boasting a spacious roof terrace, and further up to the top floor dedicated to peaceful sleep and relaxation, this home truly has it all. The exceptionally generous layout provides not only a playful and unique character but also fosters a wonderful sense of community with neighbors, all centered around the lush green heart of the beautifully maintained communal courtyard garden. This property is being offered with a starting price of 495,000 euros, excluding buyer's costs.
Let us begin with the ground floor. At street level, you enter the property through an impressive entrance hall that immediately sets the tone for the rest of the home. The hall features extraordinarily high ceilings that create a tremendous sense of space and grandeur. A beautiful hanging light fixture serves as a true eye-catcher, adding a touch of elegance to the welcoming space. The hall also provides convenient access to the meter cupboard, a fixed staircase leading to the upper floors, and the staircase descending to the basement level.
The basement level houses a fantastic garden room that offers endless possibilities for its use. In its current configuration, this versatile space is being utilized as a quiet and comfortable home office, making it ideal for remote work. However, its potential extends far beyond a workspace. It could easily serve as an extra bedroom for guests or a growing family, a dedicated hobby room for creative endeavors, a professional home practice, or a cool chill-out space for children and teenagers. From this garden room, you have direct access to your own private outdoor space. The garden features a practical and spacious wooden storage shed, perfect for keeping bicycles, tools, or outdoor equipment neatly tucked away. A small gate leads from your private garden directly into the charming and expansive communal courtyard garden. This shared green oasis is a place where tranquility, sociability, and neighborly interaction seamlessly come together. It is a common sight to see neighbors stopping for a friendly chat while children play safely among the greenery. It truly feels like a hidden oasis amidst the urban surroundings, providing a perfect balance of private and community living.
Moving up to the first floor, you will find a well-designed landing that connects to the staircase leading to the top floor, a modern toilet, and the primary living room. Upon entering the living room, you are immediately struck by the abundance of natural light that streams in through the large windows and the expansive glass facade fitted with French doors. The layout of the living space is both practical and aesthetically pleasing. On one side, there is a designated dining area that comfortably accommodates a large dining table and chairs. This area flows seamlessly into the open-plan kitchen.
The kitchen itself is a masterpiece of modern design, featuring a sleek black finish and an efficient L-shaped layout. It is fully equipped with a comprehensive range of high-quality built-in appliances to meet all your culinary needs. These appliances include a state-of-the-art induction hob for precise cooking, a recirculation hood to keep the air fresh and clean, a versatile combi-oven for baking and roasting, a dishwasher for effortless cleanup, and a convenient Quooker tap that provides instant boiling water.
On the opposite side of the living room is the cozy sitting area. This space offers more than enough room for a large, comfortable sofa, creating the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a long day. The French doors in the sitting area, which are fitted with beautiful custom-made electrically operated blinds for privacy and light control, open directly onto the spacious roof terrace. This impressive outdoor space measures no less than 19 square meters, providing ample room for outdoor furniture, potted plants, and barbecue setups. It is an absolutely ideal setting for entertaining friends and family or simply enjoying a quiet morning coffee while soaking up the sun.
Also located on this floor is a separate toilet room that has been finished to a very high standard. It is pleasantly spacious and features a small opening window for natural ventilation, a practical illuminated niche that is perfect for displaying decorative accessories or keeping essentials handy, and beautiful high-quality tiles and modern sanitary fittings throughout. A sturdy fixed staircase leads from the first floor up to the top floor of the maisonette.
The second floor serves as the private sleeping quarters of the home. It comprises a central landing, two generously proportioned bedrooms, and a luxurious family bathroom. The bedrooms are strategically situated at both the front and rear of the property, ensuring optimal privacy and minimal disturbance. Both rooms are of a good size, easily accommodating double beds, wardrobes, and additional bedroom furniture.
The bathroom on this floor exudes a sleek and contemporary aesthetic. It is fully equipped with modern amenities, including a spacious walk-in shower enclosed by a stylish screen, a second toilet for added convenience, a beautiful vanity unit equipped with practical storage drawers, a large LED-illuminated mirror that is perfect for grooming, and a heated towel radiator to keep your towels warm and fluffy.
Additionally, this top floor features a highly practical separate utility and storage room. This space is equipped with the necessary plumbing connections for a washing machine and a dryer, making laundry chores efficient and organized. It also houses the mechanical ventilation system, which ensures a continuous supply of fresh air throughout the home, as well as the inverter for the solar panels located on the roof.
The overall finish of this property is of a remarkably high standard. Throughout the entire home, you will find exquisite smooth plastered walls that add a touch of sophistication. The floors are covered with high-quality PVC flooring that is not only durable but also aesthetically pleasing. For comfort during the warmer months, insect screens have been installed on the windows. Furthermore, the entire property is equipped with energy-efficient underfloor heating that can be individually controlled in every single room, allowing you to create the perfect temperature in each space according to your personal preferences.
The Europakwartier district is a highly desirable place to live, offering a wealth of local amenities right at your doorstep. Residents have easy access to essential healthcare facilities, a variety of primary schools, reliable childcare centers, and well-stocked supermarkets. The vibrant Europalaan itself is lined with a diverse array of charming boutique shops, cozy cafes, and delightful restaurants, ensuring that you never have to travel far for entertainment or dining.
For those who love the outdoors and staying active, the nearby Cascade Park is a true gem. It offers an abundance of playgrounds to keep children entertained for hours, along with various excellent sports facilities. These include football pitches, basketball courts, and tennis courts. The park also provides fantastic opportunities for a refreshing run or joining a local bootcamp session.
The community spirit in Europakwartier is exceptionally strong. For young and old alike, the neighborhood regularly hosts a wide range of engaging activities. These vary from energetic sports events and lively community parties to vibrant multicultural festivals. There is almost always something happening here, fostering a real sense of belonging and community engagement.
In terms of location and connectivity, Almere Poort is truly fantastic. Situated just outside the bustling city of Amsterdam, residents can easily reach the heart of the Dutch capital within approximately fifteen minutes by car. The nearby A6 motorway also provides rapid and excellent connections to other major cities, including Lelystad, the Gooi region, and Utrecht. Public transportation is equally impressive, with the town boasting its own dedicated railway station, Almere Poort, and an extensive and reliable bus network. This makes daily commuting for work or leisure incredibly easy and convenient.
This property boasts an array of impressive features designed for modern, comfortable, and sustainable living. It holds a top-tier energy label of A++, ensuring minimal environmental impact and low energy costs. This efficiency is further enhanced by the presence of HR++ glazing and four high-performance solar panels. The home offers three well-appointed bedrooms in total, alongside a stylish and fully equipped bathroom. The unique split-level design adds character and a dynamic flow to the living space. Outside, the 19 square meter roof terrace provides a private outdoor retreat, complemented by the private garden and the wonderful communal courtyard garden. A spacious wooden storage shed offers excellent additional storage options. With underfloor heating throughout the entire property, high-quality PVC flooring, and custom insect screens, no detail has been overlooked. The total living area spans a comfortable 100 square meters, with a total volume of 395 cubic meters, providing a profound sense of space. The monthly homeowners association fee is 236 euros, which contributes to the upkeep of the communal areas and building insurance. This property represents an incredible opportunity to acquire a modern, energy-efficient, and beautifully finished home in one of Almere's most vibrant and family-friendly neighborhoods.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub mentioned anywhere in the listing. Bathroom only describes walk-in shower, toilet, vanity, and towel radiator.
En-Suite Bathroom
Listing describes 1 bathroom on the second floor shared by 2 bedrooms on that level. No en-suite arrangement mentioned.
Guest Toilet
Listing describes a separate toilet room on the first floor ('toilet en toegang tot de woonkamer') with detailed description of tiles, window, and niche.
Heated Towel Rail
Listing explicitly mentions 'handdoekradiator' (towel radiator) in the bathroom.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet anywhere in the listing. Bathroom features are described in detail without any reference to a bidet.
Double Shower
Only one walk-in shower is mentioned in the bathroom description. No indication of double shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a private maisonette apartment. The shower is for the residents only, not shared with other parties.
Shared Toilet
Both toilets (one on first floor, one in bathroom) are within the private dwelling. Not shared with others outside the unit.
His & Hers Sinks
Listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel met lades' (singular vanity unit with drawers). No mention of double sinks.
Heated Bathroom Floor
Listing states underfloor heating throughout the entire property ('vloerverwarming die in elke ruimte separaat te reguleren zijn'), which includes the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a roof terrace (dakterras) of 19 m², not a traditional balcony. The characteristics section states 'Balkon/dakterras: Dakterras aanwezig' (roof terrace present).
Rear Garden
The listing explicitly mentions a private garden ('tuin') at the basement level with a wooden storage shed, described as 'achtertuin' (rear garden) in the characteristics.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The property is a maisonette accessed from street level.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned in the listing.
Terrace
A roof terrace of 19 m² is explicitly mentioned. The French doors lead to this spacious roof terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a 'dakterras' (roof terrace) of 19 m² multiple times, accessible from the living room via French doors.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Patio
No patio is specifically mentioned. The outdoor spaces are described as a roof terrace and a garden.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned. The property is a maisonette apartment.
Waterfront
No waterfront location is mentioned. The property is in a residential neighborhood (Europakwartier).
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned. This is an urban apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are mentioned. This is an urban apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned. Public tennis courts are mentioned nearby in Cascade Park.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Almere, Netherlands, which is flat land with no mountains. No mountain views are mentioned.
Remarkable City View
No city view is mentioned. The property is in a residential neighborhood. Views are of the communal garden and surrounding area.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has views of the private garden and communal courtyard garden. The basement room has direct garden access.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view is mentioned. Almere is near a lake (IJmeer) but no water views are described.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only underfloor heating and district heating are referenced.
Central Heating
Listing explicitly mentions 'Stadsverwarming' (district/city heating) which serves as the central heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the property description.
Hardwood Floors
Listing specifically mentions PVC flooring ('nette PVC-vloer'), not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Bathroom has tiles mentioned, but main living areas have PVC flooring, not tiles.
Laminate Flooring
Listing mentions PVC flooring, not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
No carpet mentioned. Listing specifies PVC flooring throughout.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly mentioned multiple times: 'vloerverwarming die in elke ruimte separaat te reguleren zijn' and listed in features.
Home Office
Listing explicitly states the garden room is currently used as an office ('wordt in de huidige setting gebruikt als kantoor').
Skylight
No skylights mentioned in the property description.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. Property has smooth plasterwork throughout.
Bay Window
No bay windows mentioned in the listing.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned anywhere in the listing.
French Doors
Explicitly mentioned multiple times: 'openslaande deuren' (French doors) to roof terrace and in living area.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Listing specifically mentions 'glad stucwerk' (smooth plasterwork), which is modern and non-ornamental.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements mentioned. Clean modern aesthetic with some light features but no explicit Scandinavian styling.
Modern
Multiple modern features mentioned: built in 2023, A++ energy label, sleek bathroom with LED mirror, black L-shaped kitchen with modern appliances, PVC flooring, underfloor heating, smooth plasterwork.
Industrial
Black kitchen mentioned but no exposed brick, concrete, or other industrial elements. Overall aesthetic appears more modern/contemporary.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements mentioned. No terracotta, warm earth tones, or Mediterranean architectural features.
Classic
This is a 2023 build with modern finishes. No classic or traditional architectural elements mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
The building was constructed in 2023 in a new development area (Europakwartier). It has modern features and energy efficiency.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2023, not early 20th century.
Post-War Functional
The building was constructed in 2023 as a modern development with premium features like underfloor heating, A++ energy label, and split-level design.
Modernist
The building features modern design elements: split-level layout, smooth plasterwork, PVC flooring, electric blinds, LED mirrors, and contemporary black kitchen. Built in 2023 with A++ energy label.
Newly Built
The construction year is listed as 2023, and it has a SWK Garantiecertificaat (warranty certificate). The property appears to be recently completed or nearly new.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned in both Dutch ('vaatwasser') and English ('dishwasher') as part of the built-in kitchen appliances.
Oven
Explicitly mentioned as 'combi-oven' in Dutch and 'combi oven' in English, referring to a combination oven.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as 'L-opstelling' (L-shaped layout), which typically does not include an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The kitchen is described as being in the same space as the living/dining area in an L-shaped arrangement, indicating an open plan layout.
Pantry
No mention of a separate pantry or storage room for the kitchen.
Stove
Induction cooktop is explicitly mentioned.
Induction Stove
Explicitly mentioned as 'inductie kookplaat' in Dutch and 'induction hob' in English.
Boiling Water Tap
A Quooker tap is explicitly mentioned, which is a well-known brand of boiling water tap.
Downdraft Extractor
A 'recirculatie-kap' (recirculation hood) is mentioned, which is a traditional extractor hood, not a downdraft system.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment/maisonette, not a shared living arrangement.
Designer Kitchen
The kitchen is described as a black L-shaped kitchen with quality built-in appliances including a Quooker. No specific designer brand mentioned but appears to be of good quality.
New Kitchen
The property was built in 2023, so the kitchen would be new or nearly new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing states 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking) under parkeergelegenheid.
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions a separate utility/storage room on the second floor with connections for washing machine and dryer.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage mentioned, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage mentioned at all in the listing.
Attic
Property has a flat roof (plat dak) and no attic is mentioned. Three living levels are described but none is an attic.
Cellar
Listing explicitly mentions a 'souterrain' (basement/cellar) with garden room.
Covered Parking
Only public parking is mentioned, no covered parking described.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned, only public parking.
Workshop
The garden room is described as usable for various purposes including hobby room, but no dedicated workshop is mentioned.
Shed
Listing explicitly mentions 'riante houten berging' (spacious wooden storage shed) and external storage space of 6 m².
Rules
Owners Association
VvE is clearly mentioned with monthly fees of €236 and multiple VvE checklist items are provided.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
Under VvE checklist: 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' confirms Chamber of Commerce registration.
Annual Meeting
Under VvE checklist: 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' confirms annual meetings are held.
Owners Association Fees
Under VvE checklist: 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 236,00 per maand)' confirms monthly fees.
Reserve Fund
Under VvE checklist: 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' confirms a reserve fund exists.
Maintenance Plan
Under VvE checklist: 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee' explicitly states no maintenance plan.
Buildings Insurance
Under VvE checklist: 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' confirms buildings insurance is present.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
This is a split-level maisonette across 3 floors with fixed staircases mentioned throughout. No elevator is mentioned in this 2023 building with multiple levels.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the listing, despite mention of communal areas.
Private Entrance
The listing states you enter 'via straatniveau' (street level) directly into the hall, suggesting a private entrance from the street.
Automatic Gate
A 'loophekje' (small pedestrian gate) to the communal garden is mentioned, but described as a simple gate, not automatic.
Gated Community
There is a communal courtyard garden with a gate, but the property has public parking and direct street access. This is not a gated community in the traditional sense.
Wheelchair Accessible
Split-level maisonette across 3 floors with fixed staircases between all levels, including basement. No accessibility features mentioned. Very limited wheelchair accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions connections for a washing machine ('aansluiting voor wasmachine') but does not explicitly state that a washing machine is included with the property.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there is a separate room with 'connections for a washing machine and dryer' (aansluiting voor wasmachine en droger).
Laundry Room
The listing describes 'een separate ruimte met aansluiting voor wasmachine en droger' - a separate utility/storage room with washer/dryer connections.
Dryer
The listing mentions connections for a dryer but does not explicitly state that a dryer is included with the property.
High-Speed Internet
The listing mentions 'Glasvezelkabel' (fibre optic cable) under features, which indicates high-speed internet availability.
Fibre Internet
The listing explicitly lists 'Glasvezelkabel' (fibre optic cable) as one of the property features.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) as a feature of the property.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Listing explicitly states 'zonnepanelen (4 stuks)' and '4 solar panels' in the features section.
Double Glazing
Listing explicitly mentions 'HR++ glas' which is high-efficiency double glazing, standard in modern Dutch construction.
Triple Glazing
HR++ glass is specifically double glazing, not triple. No mention of triple glazing anywhere in the listing.
Wall Insulation
Listing states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and has A++ energy label with build year 2023, which would require wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
Property has underfloor heating throughout ('gehele vloerverwarming') and is listed as 'Volledig geïsoleerd' with A++ energy label from 2023.
Roof Insulation
Property is described as 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) with A++ energy label from 2023, which would include roof insulation.
Heat Pump
Listing specifically mentions 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) for both heating and hot water. No heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery or energy storage system anywhere in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Multiple measures documented