Sunny Apartment with Stunning Views over Frederiksplein and Energy Label A
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy Label A with comprehensive insulation (roof, floor, wall, double glazing) ensures low energy costs and comfort.
- Located on own ground (volle eigendom), which is a major financial benefit in Amsterdam as there is no leasehold.
- Prime central location near Utrechtsestraat and Frederiksplein with a vast selection of restaurants and shops within walking distance.
Downsides
- The price per square meter is high at over €11,250, reflecting the central location but indicating a premium cost for the space.
- Parking is not included on the property and relies on paid public parking in the area.
- The apartment uses gas for heating and hot water via a boiler, despite having an Energy Label A.
Description
Welcome to this practically laid out and light filled apartment located on the third floor of one of the most beautiful and desired locations in Amsterdam. This unique property offers a sunny orientation and a spectacular dream view over the Frederiksplein. Residents can enjoy a quiet living situation right in the bustling center of the city. The property combines a top location with sustainable living as it possesses an Energy Label A. The monthly service costs for this apartment are €247.
The location is truly exceptional and fits the mantra of location, location, location. You live here within walking distance of the heart of Amsterdam, specifically in the middle of the cozy Utrechtsestraat. This street is famous for its boutiques, specialty shops and culinary highlights. The immediate vicinity offers a wide range of dining and drinking establishments. On the corner of Frederiksplein you will find Café van Leeuwen, known for its cozy drinks and magnificent view over the Keizersgracht. For culinary top level with French influences one can visit Restaurant De Juwelier. The Zoldering offers contemporary dining with a Michelin star, while Ku Kitchen & Bar serves Japanese fusion with a modern twist. Other local favorites include Oocker, Café CENC and Frederix Amsterdam for coffee, deli items and pizza. The Amstel river and countless other catering establishments are just around the corner. The property is excellently accessible by public transport with tram and metro connections nearby, allowing you to reach any part of the city in a very short time. Accessibility by car is also good.
The living room is a bright and inviting space featuring French doors that open to the south. This allows you to enjoy the sun all day long and offers a beautiful open view over the square. The open kitchen is practically situated between the living room and the bedroom. It is equipped with luxury built-in appliances which invites one to cook cozily and receive guests. The kitchen flows naturally into the living area, creating a sociable atmosphere.
The bedroom is located at the rear of the property, ensuring a quiet night's sleep. This room also features French doors which lead to the rear balcony. This quiet outdoor space allows you to wake up in the morning sun with a cup of coffee or relax in the evening with a good book to unwind from the day. The property includes a spacious bathroom and a separate toilet. This separation ensures extra comfort and privacy for the residents. The apartment has a total of two rooms, one of which is the bedroom.
The apartment features a balcony with a surface area of 5 square meters. This outdoor space is accessible from the bedroom and provides a private retreat in the middle of the city. Additionally, there is a large, spacious storage room on the ground floor measuring 3 square meters. This is ideal for storing bicycles, luggage or seasonal items. The building is equipped with a lift, making the third floor easily accessible.
This apartment offers all modern provisions regarding sustainability and comfort. It has an Energy Label A, which is achieved through comprehensive insulation. The property features roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation. Heating and domestic hot water are provided by a central heating boiler which is gas-fired and owned by the apartment. Despite being gas-fired, the high insulation value ensures low energy consumption. The volume of the apartment is 165 cubic meters and the living area is 52 square meters.
The property is located on own ground, meaning there is no ground lease. This is a significant advantage in the Amsterdam housing market. The Homeowners Association is healthy and active, contributing to a pleasant living environment. The VvE checklist confirms that the association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, has a reserve fund, a maintenance plan and building insurance. This professional management ensures the building is well maintained for the future.
Parking is available through paid public parking and public parking options in the direct environment. While there is no private parking spot, the availability of parking in the area is described as good. In summary, this listing presents a unique opportunity to live in a modern, sunny apartment with all luxury and conveniences. The combination of a top energy label, an unbeatable location in the bustling center of Amsterdam, and the peace of mind provided by the active VvE and own ground makes this a special property.
Features
Bathroom
Guest Toilet
The description explicitly states 'De ruime badkamer en het apart toilet' (the spacious bathroom and the separate toilet), confirming a separate toilet facility.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment for sale ('Vraagprijs', 'eigen grond', 'VvE'), implying private sanitary facilities.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment for sale ('Vraagprijs', 'eigen grond', 'VvE'), implying private sanitary facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'achterbalkon' (rear balcony) and confirms 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features section.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor. While it has a view of an inner courtyard, it does not have a garden at ground level.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor, making a front garden impossible.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor, making a side garden impossible.
Terrace
The listing specifies a balcony. The outdoor space is 5m², which fits the description of a balcony rather than a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing specifies 'Balkon aanwezig' under 'Balkon/dakterras', implying there is no rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a barbecue area. Given the size of the balcony (5m²) and city regulations, it is unlikely to be a dedicated feature.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor; it does not have a yard.
Patio
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor; it has a balcony, not a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned; the outdoor space is described as a balcony.
Guest House
The property is a 52m² apartment; there is no space or mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The listing mentions the Amstel is around the corner, but the views are of the Frederiksplein and an inner courtyard, not the water itself.
Kitchen Garden
There is no garden associated with this apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a city center apartment; equestrian facilities are not present.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is a city center apartment; small livestock facilities are not present.
Private Outdoor Pool
Private outdoor pools are non-existent in standard apartments in this location and size.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
The balcony is only 5m², which is too small for a jacuzzi, and none is listed.
Private Tennis Court
Private tennis courts are not possible for an individual apartment in this city context.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat and does not have mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing describes the view over Frederiksplein as 'adembenemend' (breathtaking), 'spectaculair' (spectacular), and a 'wegdroomuitzicht' (dream view).
Remarkable Garden View
The bedroom and rear balcony offer a view of the inner courtyard ('binnentuin').
Remarkable Sea View
Amsterdam is inland, not at the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
The apartment overlooks Frederiksplein, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The view is of Frederiksplein. While a city square, it is not a singular iconic landmark like a tower or palace.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the features or description, which is standard for Amsterdam apartments.
Central Heating
The features list explicitly states 'Verwarming: Cv-ketel' (Central heating boiler).
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the listing description or features.
Skylight
The description mentions windows and French doors but does not mention any skylights.
Exposed Beams
The property is described as a modern apartment from 1996; exposed beams are not typical or mentioned.
Private Indoor Pool
The property is a 52m2 apartment; a private indoor pool is not feasible.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the description or features.
French Doors
The description explicitly states the living room and bedroom have 'openslaande deuren' (French doors).
Ornamental Plasterwork
The apartment is a modern build (1996) and ornamental plasterwork is a feature of older classic buildings; it is not mentioned here.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment is described as 'lichtdoorstroomde' (light-flooded) and practical, which can align with Scandinavian interiors, but specific design elements or colors are not confirmed.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes the property as a 'modern appartement' and 'nieuwbouwappartement' (new build apartment), featuring an open kitchen and luxury appliances.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial features like exposed beams, brick walls, or loft-style ceilings; it is a modern apartment from 1996.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean architectural styles, colors, or materials (like terracotta) are mentioned in the description.
Classic
While the location on Frederiksplein is historic, the apartment itself is a 1996 build described as modern, lacking classic period details.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1996, making it modern, not historic.
Early 20th Century
The building year is 1996, which is late 20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1996, it is too modern to be considered typical post-war functional architecture (usually 1950s-70s).
Modernist
Built in 1996 and described as a modern apartment, it fits the modern building style, though 'modernist' specifically might refer to an earlier movement.
Newly Build
The listing describes it as a 'nieuwbouwappartement', but the construction year is 1996. Relative to the historic city center it looks newer, but it is not newly built.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The apartment is 52 m² and the kitchen is described as situated 'between the living room and bedroom', suggesting a wall or corridor layout rather than a central island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes an 'open keuken' (open kitchen).
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned for this 52 m² apartment; storage is available on the ground floor.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment with 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership).
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'modern apartment' with 'luxe inbouwapparatuur', suggesting a higher-end finish, though specific designer brands are not named.
New Kitchen
The building year is 1996, and while the description says 'modern', there is no mention of a recently renovated kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features section lists the parking type as 'Betaald parkeren en openbaar parkeren', indicating no private parking spot is included with the property.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions 'een grote, ruime berging op de begane grond' and lists 'Externe bergruimte 3 m²' in the features.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features.
Automatic Garage Door
Since there is no garage, there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
The property does not have a garage.
Attic
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor, and there is no mention of an attic in the layout or features.
Cellar
The property has a ground-floor storage room, but no cellar is mentioned.
Covered Parking
The parking described is public street parking, which is not covered.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Workshop
There is no workshop space in this apartment.
Shed
The property has a storage room in the building, which is distinct from a standalone shed.
Street Parking Free
The features explicitly state 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No private parking spot exists, so no rental price applies.
Parkspot Sale Price
No private parking spot exists, so no sale price applies.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a 'gezonde, actieve VvE' (healthy, active Owners Association).
Leasehold
The listing states 'Woning gelegen op eigen grond' (located on own ground) and 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing mentions 'Servicekosten € 247 per maand' and the VvE checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja' (Periodic contribution: Yes).
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states that the apartment has a lift ('een lift') as one of its modern features.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a 'Bovenwoning' (upper apartment) on the 3rd floor, which typically shares a main entrance and staircase/lift with other residents.
Automatic Gate
Parking is described as 'Betaald parkeren en openbaar parkeren' (paid and public parking), indicating there is no private automatic gate.
Gated Community
The apartment is located on the Frederiksplein in the center of Amsterdam, a public area with no mention of a gate or restricted access.
Wheelchair Accessible
The presence of a lift provides access to the floor, but it is an existing building (1996) with no specific mention of adapted facilities like wide doors or accessible bathrooms.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the listing description or the detailed features list. In the context of a detailed listing that highlights other specific energy features (like insulation types), the omission suggests they are likely not present.
Double Glazing
The features section explicitly lists 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) under the Isolation category.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) but makes no mention of triple glazing (HR++ or HR+++). In the absence of such a claim, double glazing is assumed to be the standard.
Wall Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) under the Isolation category.
Floor Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) under the Isolation category.
Roof Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation) under the Isolation category.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states the heating and hot water are provided by a 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) which is 'Gas gestookt' (gas-fired). This confirms the absence of a heat pump system.
Home Battery
A home battery is not mentioned in the listing. This feature is uncommon in 1996 apartments, particularly those without solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing explicitly details several measures that contribute to the Energy Label A, including roof insulation, wall insulation, floor insulation, and double glazing. It also mentions the presence of a gas-fired central heating boiler (Cv-ketel).
Location
History
No history available for this listing.