








Charming ground-floor apartment with sunny gardens on green canal
Key Features
Upsides
- Ground floor apartment with private gardens (front and back), offering exceptional outdoor space for urban living. The southeast-facing rear garden of 71 m² provides excellent sun exposure and is a rare find.
- Freehold ownership (volle eigendom) meaning the land is owned outright, eliminating ground lease concerns and future lease extension costs that affect many Dutch properties.
- Relatively new central heating system from 2021 (Remeha Tzerra), providing energy efficiency and peace of mind for the new owner.
- Active and well-managed Owners Association with proper registration, annual meetings, reserve funds, and a maintenance plan, ensuring the building is properly maintained.
- Quiet, green canal-side location within walking distance of Oud-Rijswijk center and with excellent highway and public transport connections.
Downsides
- The property is described as being in a dated condition, which likely means renovation costs will be needed to modernize the kitchen, bathroom, and interior finishes.
- The as-is clause and the absence of questionnaires or inventory lists mean limited disclosure about the property condition, requiring extra due diligence from the buyer.
- Only two bedrooms in a four-room apartment may limit functionality for families or those needing a home office.
- Ground floor location may result in lower natural light compared to upper floors, potential privacy concerns, and possible security considerations.
- No private parking is included with the apartment, and parking in the area requires permits or payment.
Description
This four-room ground-floor apartment offers a rare combination of outdoor space and canal-side living in the heart of Oud-Rijswijk. Situated on one of the most greenery-rich canals of the neighborhood, the property enjoys a pleasant view over the Frans Halskade, creating a peaceful and natural atmosphere right in the urban fabric.
The apartment spans 64 square meters of living space and features a functional layout with two bedrooms of good size, a bright living and dining room en suite, a simple but practical kitchen, one bathroom with shower and sink, and a separate toilet. The living area is described as light and spacious, with a direct view over the front garden and the canal beyond. At the rear, there is direct access to the garden, a feature that distinguishes this ground-floor apartment from typical urban dwellings.
The rear garden measures approximately 71 square meters, with a depth of 9.40 meters and a width of 7.60 meters. This garden faces southeast, ensuring good sun exposure throughout the day. The garden is accessible via a back entrance, and there is also a private bicycle storage shed located at the rear of the complex, reachable from the garden. The front garden adds additional outdoor space, contributing to the overall sense of openness around the property.
The building dates from 1957 and has been maintained in a neat but dated condition. The apartment is fully equipped with double-glazed windows in plastic frames, and the rear side features roll-down shutters and an electrically operated awning for sun control. The central heating system is a Remeha Tzerra gas combi boiler installed in 2021, meaning the heating installation is relatively modern and efficient.
The property is situated on freehold land (volle eigendom), which means the owner owns the land outright without any ground lease complications. This is an important advantage in the Netherlands, where many properties are subject to leasehold arrangements that can involve ongoing costs and uncertainty. The monthly contribution to the active Owners Association (VvE) is 115.01 euros, which covers the maintenance of common areas, building insurance, and reserve funds. The VvE is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, and has a maintenance plan in place, indicating responsible management.
The location is characterized by its quiet and green character. The Frans Halskade is one of the greener canals in Oud-Rijswijk, providing a pleasant environment with trees and water. At the same time, the apartment is within walking distance of the center of Oud-Rijswijk, where a wide range of facilities is available including supermarkets, shops, several childcare centers, and primary schools.
Accessibility is excellent. The central location provides quick access to various major highways including the A4 connecting The Hague and Amsterdam, the A12 connecting The Hague and Utrecht, and the A13 connecting The Hague and Rotterdam. Public transport options are plentiful, with tram lines 1, 15, and 17 and bus line 23 in the immediate vicinity. The NS railway station of Rijswijk is also easily reachable, providing direct connections to cities such as The Hague and Delft.
The apartment is offered in as-is condition. Various standard clauses apply including the NVM age clause and the non-self-occupancy clause. No questionnaires or inventory lists are available for this sale. Transfer will take place at project notary Caminada in Rijswijk, and delivery can be arranged quickly upon mutual agreement.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'badkamer voorzien van douche en wastafel' (bathroom equipped with shower and sink). A shower is clearly present.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned for the bathroom. There is no mention of a bathtub.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions 'separaat toilet met fontein' (separate toilet with basin), which qualifies as a guest toilet.
Heated Towel Rail
There is no mention of a heated towel rail anywhere in the listing description or specifications.
Bidet
The 'fontein' mentioned in the separate toilet is a washbasin, not a bidet. No bidet is mentioned.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the single bathroom. No indication of multiple shower facilities.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment; the only bathroom is within the apartment unit. No mention of any shared shower facilities.
Shared Toilet
The separate toilet is within the private apartment. There is no mention of shared toilet facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The bathroom is described as having only 'wastafel' (single sink). No mention of multiple sinks or his-and-hers configuration.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The property is described as being in a 'nette doch gedateerde staat van onderhoud' (neat but dated condition). There is no mention of heated flooring in the bathroom or anywhere in the listing. The VvE checklist does not mention heated floors either.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
This is a ground-floor apartment with direct garden access. No balcony is mentioned in the listing.
Rear Garden
Explicitly mentioned: 'riante en zonnige achtertuin' of 71 m² (9.40m deep, 7.60m wide), oriented southeast with back entrance.
Front Garden
Mentioned as 'voortuin' with 'vrij zicht op de voortuin' (free view on the front garden).
Side Garden
Only front and back gardens are mentioned. No side garden is specified.
Terrace
While the back garden is spacious at 71m², no specific terrace area is mentioned. Gardens typically have lawns or patios but this is not specified.
Rooftop Terrace
This is a ground-floor apartment. No rooftop terrace is possible or mentioned.
Barbecue Area
No mention of any barbecue facilities in the listing.
Patio
No specific patio is mentioned. The back garden exists but its surface material/arrangement is not described.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house or additional dwelling is mentioned.
Waterfront
The property overlooks the Frans Halskade (a canal/kade), but this appears to be a street view rather than true waterfront property.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden or vegetable garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment. No equestrian facilities are mentioned or expected.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban apartment in Oud-Rijswijk. No livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned. Urban ground-floor apartment with gardens.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned. This is an urban apartment setting.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat. No mountains exist in this region. The listing is in Oud-Rijswijk near The Hague.
Remarkable City View
Located on a quiet, green canal in a residential area. Not a prominent city view, though The Hague is nearby.
Remarkable Garden View
Explicitly mentioned: 'fraai uitzicht op de Frans Halskade' and 'vrij zicht op de voortuin'. The view over the canal with greenery is described as attractive.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is inland in Oud-Rijswijk. No sea view is mentioned or expected.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is mentioned. The Frans Halskade is a residential canal, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No famous landmarks are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No mention of air conditioning anywhere in the listing. Modern AC systems not typical for 1957 construction unless specifically added.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentioned: CV-ketel REMEHA Tzerra from 2021, gas-fired combi boiler, owned by homeowner. This qualifies as central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in description. Dutch apartments from this era typically don't include fireplaces as standard feature.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating not mentioned and type is not common in 1957 constructions. CV-ketel suggests conventional radiator heating instead.
Walk In Closet
Listing only mentions 'vaste kast' (fixed closet) in hall. No walk-in closet mentioned for either bedroom.
Home Office
Property has two bedrooms of good size and living/dining room. One bedroom could potentially serve as home office, but no dedicated workspace mentioned.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned. Ground floor parterre apartment typically doesn't have skylights. Only mention of windows is through voortuin (front garden) view.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. 1957 Dutch construction typically uses hidden beam structures. Zadeldak (saddle roof) with pannen mentioned but interior beams not referenced.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned. Classic en suite layout suggests standard windows. Property overlooks green Frans Halskade with 'vrij zicht' (free view).
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned. This is a modest 64m² parterre apartment. Not typical for this property type or price range.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned. Simple bathroom with only shower and sink. Not present in this property type.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No mention of decorative plasterwork. 1957 construction is post-war functionalist style, not known for ornamental details. Property described as neat but dated.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a neat but dated property from 1957 with simple features. No Scandinavian design characteristics mentioned. The Dutch parterre with green location and classic layout doesn't align with Scandinavian aesthetics.
Modern
Property explicitly described as in 'gedateerde staat' (dated condition) with simple kitchen ('eenvoudig keukenblok'). While CV-ketel from 2021 is recent, overall the property maintains its original 1957 character.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned in this classic 1957 Dutch residential apartment. Property features traditional Dutch architecture with en suite layout.
Mediterranean
This is a Dutch property (Oud-Rijswijk) with green canal-side location, not Mediterranean. Standard Dutch construction materials and style used.
Classic
1957 construction, traditional Dutch parterre apartment with en suite living/dining room, classic layout with hall, separate rooms. Maintained original character despite dated condition.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1957, this is a post-war functional building, not a traditional historic structure.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1957, which is well after the early 20th century. Early 20th century Dutch architecture would typically be from 1900-1930s.
Post War Functional
Built in 1957 (post-WWII). The description mentions 'nette doch gedateerde staat' (neat but dated condition) which aligns with post-war functional construction.
Modernist
Built in 1957, which is post-war era. No modernist style features are highlighted in the description.
Newly Build
Built in 1957, making it nearly 70 years old. Clearly not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The listing describes a 'eenvoudig keukenblok' (simple kitchen counter), not a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing describes a separate kitchen with access to the backyard, not an open plan kitchen. The 'en suite' refers to the living/dining room.
Build In Coffee Maker
Built-in coffee maker is not mentioned in the listing.
Boiling Water Tap
Instant boiling water tap is not mentioned in the listing.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes the kitchen as a 'eenvoudig keukenblok' (simple kitchen counter), indicating it is basic and not a design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The overall property is described as being in a 'gedateerde staat van onderhoud' (dated state of maintenance), and the kitchen is described as 'eenvoudig' (simple). The CV-ketel from 2021 is the only recent update mentioned.
Parking & Storage
Parking
vermeldt 'Betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' beschikbaar.
Storage Room
Externe bergruimte van 8 m² is vermeld in de kadastrale gegevens. De berging is bereikbaar via de achtertuin.
Garage
Geen vermelding van een garage in de beschrijving of specificaties.
Automatic Garage Door
Geen garage aanwezig, dus geen automatische garagedeur.
Double Garage
Geen garage aanwezig.
Attic
Appartement op de begane grond (benedenwoning) met geen vermelding van een zolder of vliering.
Cellar
Geen kelder vermeld in de indeling of voorzieningen.
Bike Storage
vermeldt expliciet 'eigen (fietsen)berging' bereikbaar via achtertuin.
Covered Parking
Geen overdekte parkeervoorziening vermeld. Alleen openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen.
Underground Parking
Geen ondergrondse parkeergarage vermeld.
Ev Charging
Geen vermelding van elektrische laadpunten of EV-charging voorzieningen.
Workshop
Geen werkplaats of workshop vermeld in de beschrijving.
Shed
Externe schuur/berging van 8 m² vermeld bij 'Schuur/berging' en is bereikbaar via de achtertuin.
Street Parking Free
vermeldt 'Betaald parkeren' wat aangeeft dat straatparkeren niet gratis is.
Street Parking Permit
vermeldt expliciet 'parkeervergunningen' als parkeergelegenheid.
Rules
Owners Association
Explicitly mentioned: 'actieve Vereniging van Eigenaren' (active Owners Association). Confirmed in features list.
Leasehold
Listed as 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership) in kadastrale gegevens and 'gelegen op eigen grond' (situated on own ground) in description, indicating freehold not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Features list states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
Features list states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
Features list states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 115,01 per maand)' (Periodic contribution: Yes, €115.01 per month).
Oa Reserve Fund
Features list states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
Features list states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
Features list states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
NVM ouderdomsclausule (old age clause) and niet-zelfbewoningsclausule (non-self-occupation clause) are mentioned. Also 'as is where is' clause is applicable. No questionnaires or inventory lists available.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) from 1957. No elevator mentioned in description, and such buildings typically do not have elevators for ground floor units.
Intercom
Description mentions 'centraal gesloten hoofdentree met bellen- en brievenbussentableau' (central closed main entrance with doorbell and mailbox table). This indicates an intercom/doorbell system at the building entrance.
Private Entrance
Ground floor apartment with its own entrance from the central hallway, plus direct garden access via the rear.
Gated Community
Located on a 'rustige weg in woonwijk' (quiet road in residential area). No mention of gated community, which is uncommon in Dutch residential areas.
Wheelchair Accessible
Ground floor location provides accessibility advantage, but the property is described as 'gedateerde staat van onderhoud' (dated condition) suggesting potential barriers such as narrow doorways, step thresholds, and a basic bathroom without adaptation features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing. The listing only mentions a REMAHA Tzerra gas combi boiler from 2021 and double glazing.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'volledig voorzien van solide kunststof kozijnen bezet met dubbele beglazing' (fully equipped with solid plastic frames with double glazing).
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. Only double glazing is explicitly mentioned as a feature.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly mentions a 'CV-ketel REMAHA Tzerra (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2021)' which is a gas-fired combi boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions additional energy efficiency measures: roller shutters (rolluiken) and electrically operated sun protection (elektrisch bedienbare zonwering) on the rear side, a relatively new 2021 gas combi boiler, and energy label C. The property also has solid plastic window frames which generally provide better insulation than standard frames.

