Renovated 5-room apartment with spectacular Arena views, private parking and southwest-facing balcony in Bijlmer
Key Features
Description
This well-maintained apartment is situated on the seventh floor of a residential building constructed in 2003, offering approximately 98 square meters of living space plus an additional 14 square meters of balcony area. The property has undergone a comprehensive renovation, ensuring that the new owner can move in immediately without requiring any additional investments or updates.
The apartment features five rooms in total, comprising four generously sized bedrooms and a bright, spacious living room. The layout is designed to accommodate families or individuals seeking ample space and comfort. The living room benefits from its elevated position on the seventh floor, where large windows allow natural light to flood the space throughout the day. The panoramic windows not only create a pleasant living environment but also offer spectacular views over the Johan Cruijff Arena and the surrounding area.
From the living room, you have direct access to the wide balcony that extends across the entire width of the apartment. This outdoor space faces southwest, making it an ideal spot for enjoying sunshine during afternoon and evening hours. The balcony provides an excellent area for relaxation, outdoor dining, or simply taking in the impressive views of the stadium and the cityscape below.
The open kitchen has been recently renovated and features modern cabinetry and built-in appliances. The kitchen design is contemporary and functional, providing adequate workspace for everyday cooking needs. The renovation also included updates to the bathroom, which is equipped with a shower and sink, as well as a separate toilet. These sanitary facilities have been finished with modern materials and fixtures.
One of the notable features of this apartment is the inclusion of a private parking space located in the underground garage of the building. This is particularly valuable in the Amsterdam area, where parking can be challenging. The building also offers shared bicycle storage on the ground floor, providing convenient and secure storage for bikes.
The property is connected to the district heating system, which provides efficient and environmentally friendly heating and hot water. The building has an energy label A rating, indicating good energy efficiency. Additional insulation measures include double glazing throughout and wall insulation, contributing to comfortable indoor temperatures and reduced energy costs.
The homeowners association, known as VvE Rubia, consists of 50 apartments and is professionally managed by Falcon VvE Management. The monthly service charges amount to approximately 344 euros, which covers building maintenance, cleaning of common areas, elevator maintenance, and contributions to the reserve fund. The association holds annual meetings and maintains a long-term maintenance plan, ensuring the ongoing upkeep of the property.
A unique investment opportunity exists with this property, as there is an active permit to rent out four non-self-contained rooms to sharers. This makes the apartment suitable for both owner-occupation and investment purposes. The ground lease has been bought off until 2052, eliminating annual ground rent payments until that date.
The location of this apartment is highly convenient for daily life. The Amsterdamse Poort shopping center is located just around the corner, offering a wide range of shops, supermarkets, and services for everyday needs. The Villa Arena shopping district and Pathé Arena cinema are also in close proximity, providing entertainment options. Families with children will appreciate the presence of several primary schools and the AICS International School in the area. Higher education options include a university of applied sciences, and the AMC hospital is nearby for healthcare needs.
For recreational activities, the Nelson Mandela Park is within walking distance, while the Gaasperplas, Ouderkerkerplas, Bijlmerweide, and Diemerbos are easily accessible for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and water sports. The area thus offers an excellent combination of urban conveniences with access to green spaces.
Public transportation connections are excellent. The metro provides quick access to Amsterdam Centraal Station within approximately 15 minutes. Bijlmer Arena station offers connections that reach Schiphol Airport in about 20 minutes. For car owners, the highway network including the A1, A2, A4, A9, and A10 is accessible within 10 minutes, making travel by car convenient as well.
The building is equipped with an elevator, making the seventh floor easily accessible for all residents. The communal entrance features an intercom system for visitor management. The apartment itself is presented in a stippend (uncarpeted) condition, allowing the new owner to install their preferred flooring.
In summary, this property offers a rare combination of space, modern finishes, convenient amenities, and investment potential. The recent renovation, private parking, southwest-facing balcony with stadium views, and professional management make this an attractive option for families, professionals, or investors seeking quality accommodation in the Amsterdam area.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly states 'badkamer uitgerust met een douche' (bathroom equipped with a shower) and lists 'Douche en wastafel' under bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
Only shower is mentioned in the bathroom description. Bathtub is not listed anywhere in the listing.
En-Suite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as being accessed from a hallway ('Een tussenhal biedt toegang tot de overige vertrekken'), not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
Listing explicitly mentions 'een separaat toilet' (a separate toilet) and '1 apart toilet' in the features section.
Bidet
Not mentioned in the listing. Only shower and sink are listed as bathroom facilities.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
The bathroom is private to the apartment unit, not shared with other residents.
Shared Toilet
The toilet is private to the apartment unit, not shared with other residents. 'Separaat' refers to being separate from the bathroom.
His & Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafel' (singular sink) is mentioned in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly states 'een breed balkon van 14 m²' and 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features section.
Rear Garden
This is a 7th floor apartment with no garden mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Front Garden
7th floor apartment, no garden mentioned.
Side Garden
7th floor apartment, no side garden mentioned.
Terrace
The listing only mentions a balcony ('balkon'), not a terrace. These are distinct outdoor features.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace mentioned; the property has a balcony on the 7th floor.
Barbecue Area
No mention of a barbecue area in the listing.
Fenced Yard
7th floor apartment, no yard mentioned.
Patio
No patio mentioned; only a balcony is described.
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house mentioned; this is a single apartment.
Waterfront
No waterfront mentioned. Nearby lakes are referenced but the property itself is not waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned; 7th floor apartment.
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
Amsterdam is flat and no mountain view is mentioned. The view is over the Johan Cruijff Arena.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the 7th floor with panoramic views ('weids uitzicht') over the Amsterdam Bijlmer area including the Arena district.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden view mentioned; this is a high-rise apartment overlooking the Arena area.
Remarkable Sea View
Amsterdam is not coastal and no sea view is mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing explicitly mentions 'spectaculair uitzicht over de Johan Cruijff Arena' - the Johan Cruijff Arena is a major Amsterdam landmark.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The property is connected to 'stadsverwarming' (district heating), which functions as central heating for the apartment.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Underfloor Heating
Only district heating is mentioned. Underfloor heating is not specified, and apartments from 2003 with district heating typically use radiators.
Walk-In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the layout description. The hallway provides access to rooms but no dedicated walk-in closet space is described.
Skylight
The apartment is on the 7th floor with a flat roof (plat dak). No skylight is mentioned, and this type of apartment typically does not have skylights.
Exposed Beams
This is a 2003 apartment building with a flat roof. No exposed beams are mentioned or expected in this type of construction.
Bay Window
Large windows (raampartijen) are mentioned providing panoramic views, but no specific bay window (erker) is described in the listing.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned. This is a standard apartment without such luxury amenities.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing. The bathroom includes a shower and sink only.
Ornamental Plasterwork
This is a modern apartment building from 2003, recently renovated in a modern style. Ornamental plasterwork would be very unlikely.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements are mentioned. The renovation is described as modern but no specific style is detailed.
Modern
The kitchen is explicitly described as 'modern' and the apartment was recently renovated with new kitchen, bathroom, flooring, and toilet, suggesting a contemporary style.
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or raw finishes are mentioned. This is a standard 2003 apartment with modern renovation.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements are described. The property is a standard Dutch apartment in Amsterdam Bijlmer area.
Classic
The building is from 2003 and recently renovated with modern finishes. No classic or traditional styling elements are described.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 2003, this is a modern gallery-flat apartment building, not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2003, this is not an early 20th century building.
Post-War Functional
Built in 2003, this is not a post-war functional building style.
Modernist
Built in 2003 with recent modern renovation including new kitchen, bathroom, and flooring. The open kitchen and gallery-flat style are consistent with modern design.
Newly Built
Built in 2003 (approximately 21 years old). Recently renovated but not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island. The kitchen is described as open but no island is referenced in the layout description.
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly states 'De open, nieuwe keuken' and in English 'The new open kitchen is modern and equipped with built-in appliances.'
Pantry
No mention of a pantry or separate storage room for kitchen goods in the layout description.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own open kitchen, not a shared kitchen.
Designer Kitchen
Kitchen is described as 'modern' and newly renovated, suggesting some quality, but no specific designer brand is mentioned.
New Kitchen
Listing explicitly states multiple times: 'nieuwe keuken' (new kitchen) and 'Recent gerenoveerd: nieuwe keuken, vloer, badkamer en toilet' (Recently renovated: new kitchen, flooring, bathroom and toilet).
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly mentions the inclusion of a private parking space ('eigen parkeerplaats').
Garage
The text refers to a 'parkeerkelder' (parking basement/cellar) and a garage below the building.
Double Garage
The property includes one private parking space in a communal garage, not a private double garage.
Attic
The property is a single-level apartment on the 7th floor and makes no mention of an attic.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly states there is a communal bicycle storage on the ground floor ('Gemeenschappelijke fietsenberging op de begane grond').
Covered Parking
The parking space is located in an underground parking garage, which is covered.
Underground Parking
The listing explicitly mentions a parking space in the garage below the building ('ondergelegen garage') and a 'parkeerkelder'.
Shed
The listing does not mention a shed; it is an apartment on the 7th floor.
Free Street Parking
The listing mentions 'betaald parkeren' (paid parking) and 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking) in the area, indicating free street parking is likely not available.
Parking Spot Rent (per month)
The private parking space is included in the sale ('Inclusief eigen parkeerplaats'), so there is no separate monthly rent for it, though general VvE fees apply.
Parking Spot Sale Price
The parking space is included in the overall asking price of € 400.000 without a separate listed price.
Rules
Long-Term Rentals Allowed
Listing explicitly states 'vergunning aanwezig voor het verhuren van 4 onzelfstandige woonruimtes aan delers' (permit available for renting out four non-self-contained rooms to sharers).
Owners Association
The VvE Rubia consists of 50 apartments and is professionally managed by Falcon VvE Management. Listed in VvE checklist: 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja', 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja', 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja', 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja', 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Leasehold
'Erfpacht afgekocht tot 2052' - ground lease (erfpacht) bought off until 2052. After 2052 status unknown.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' - explicitly stated in VvE checklist.
Annual Meeting
'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' - explicitly stated in VvE checklist.
Owners Association Fees
'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 343,94 per maand)' - explicitly stated. Also mentioned service costs €343.93 + €37.85 per month.
Reserve Fund
'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' - explicitly stated in VvE checklist.
Maintenance Plan
'Huishoudelijk reglement en een meerjarenonderhoudsplan aanwezig' in description, and 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' in VvE checklist.
Buildings Insurance
'Opstalverzekering: Ja' - explicitly stated in VvE checklist.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'Lift' under facilities and describes reaching the 7th floor by elevator ('met de lift de zevende verdieping').
Intercom
The listing mentions 'bellentableau en intercomsysteem' (bell panel and intercom system) in the Dutch description and 'intercom system' in the English description.
Alarm System
No mention of an alarm system anywhere in the listing description or features.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states access is via a 'gemeenschappelijke entree' (communal entrance) on the ground floor, so the entrance is shared, not private.
Gated Community
The listing mentions 'op afgesloten terrein' (on enclosed premises) for parking and a communal entrance with intercom, but this describes a secure building rather than a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is single-level ('gelijkvloers') on the 7th floor with elevator access, which supports accessibility, but no specific wheelchair accessibility features are mentioned such as ramps, wide doorways, or accessible bathroom.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Only washing machine connections are mentioned, not an actual washing machine. The property is listed as 'Gestoffeerd' (semi-furnished with curtains/flooring only).
Washing Machine Connections
Explicitly mentioned: 'De aansluiting voor de wasmachine' and in English 'The connection for the washing machine is also located here.'
Laundry Room
No dedicated laundry room is mentioned. The washing machine connections are described as being in the bathroom area.
Dryer
No mention of a dryer anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned. This is a 2003 building with standard amenities.
Ventilation System
Explicitly mentioned under features: 'mechanische ventilatie, en natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation and natural ventilation).
Water Softener
Not mentioned in the listing. Water softeners are uncommon in standard Dutch apartments.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing. Given the energy label A and detailed feature descriptions, solar panels would likely be mentioned if present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated multiple times: 'Volledig voorzien van dubbele beglazing' (Fully fitted with double glazing) and under Isolatie: 'Dubbel glas en muurisolatie'.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned. Double glazing is explicitly stated as present, making triple glazing unlikely.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly stated under Isolatie: 'Dubbel glas en muurisolatie' (Double glass and wall insulation).
Heat Pump
Not mentioned. The property uses 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) for both heating and hot water, which is a different system from a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system anywhere in the listing. This would likely be highlighted as a feature if present.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Property has energy label A, uses district heating (stadsverwarming) for heating and hot water, has mechanical ventilation (mechanische ventilatie), and was recently renovated with new kitchen, flooring, bathroom, and toilet.