Luxurious Waterfront Apartment in Iconic Sluishuis Amsterdam
Key Features
Description
Welcome to this beautifully luxurious and stylishly finished two-room apartment located in the iconic and ultra-sustainable Sluishuis on the IJ in Amsterdam. This remarkable residence offers a unique combination of modern comfort, sustainable living, and an extraordinary location surrounded by water.
The Sluishuis is an architectural landmark that serves as the striking entrance to IJburg, situated directly on Steigereiland to the east of Amsterdam's city center. This innovative building was designed with sustainability and quality of life at its core, providing residents with an exceptional living environment that seamlessly integrates urban convenience with natural beauty.
Upon entering the building, you are welcomed by a stylish communal entrance that sets the tone for the quality and attention to detail found throughout the property. A modern elevator takes you to the fourth floor, where this apartment is located. The entrance to the apartment opens into a hallway that provides access to a separate toilet and leads into the generous, light-filled living room.
The living room serves as the heart of the apartment, offering ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space while providing pleasant views of the surroundings. The living room features a beautiful wooden floor that adds warmth and character to the interior, complementing the overall high-quality finish that defines this residence.
The luxury open kitchen is seamlessly integrated into the living space, creating an ideal environment for social cooking and dining. The kitchen is equipped with premium built-in appliances, including a combination oven and microwave, a dishwasher, and a modern extractor hood. The thoughtful design and top-tier finishes make this kitchen both a practical workspace and an attractive focal point of the home.
From the living room, you have direct access to the spacious balcony, which measures approximately nine square meters. This outdoor space offers a beautiful view over the inland waterway, providing a serene setting to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. The balcony extends the living space outdoors, allowing you to make the most of the picturesque waterfront location.
The apartment features one very spacious bedroom, offering plenty of room for a large bed and additional furnishings. The bedroom maintains the same high standard of finish as the rest of the apartment, with the beautiful wooden flooring continuing throughout. This room provides a peaceful retreat, designed with comfort and tranquility in mind.
The stylish luxury bathroom is equipped with a shower and a modern vanity unit, combining functionality with elegant design. The attention to detail in the bathroom reflects the overall quality of the apartment, with premium fixtures and fittings that enhance the daily living experience.
Every aspect of this apartment has been carefully considered and executed with great attention to detail. An interior architect was involved in the design and furnishing of the space, ensuring an exclusive and atmospheric appearance throughout. The result is a home that feels both sophisticated and welcoming, with a cohesive design language that ties every room together.
The Sluishuis offers residents access to an impressive array of amenities and services. Secure bicycle storage provides peace of mind for cyclists, while the availability of electric shared cars and shared bicycles offers convenient and sustainable transportation options. The James service adds an extra layer of convenience, assisting residents with various daily needs and tasks.
One of the most remarkable features of living in the Sluishuis is the spectacular rooftop garden, accessible to all residents. This unique space offers breathtaking 360-degree views over Amsterdam, providing a stunning backdrop for relaxation and social gatherings. The rooftop garden exemplifies the building's commitment to creating a community-oriented living environment that goes beyond the individual apartment.
The surrounding area offers a rich and diverse living experience. Residents find themselves living by the water, surrounded by houseboats and a bird island that adds a touch of nature to the urban setting. The neighborhood features a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops, ensuring that entertainment and daily necessities are always within easy reach. The atmospheric inner harbor with its jetty adds to the maritime charm of the location, creating a unique sense of place.
Accessibility is excellent from this location. Situated next to the IJburglaan and near the A10 ring road, both local and regional connectivity are outstanding. Tram and bus stops are within walking distance, allowing you to reach the heart of Amsterdam in a short amount of time. For daily groceries and other amenities, Haveneiland-West is approximately a ten-minute walk away, offering a convenient selection of shops and services.
The apartment was constructed in 2022, making it a relatively new property that benefits from modern building techniques and materials. The building is fully insulated and sustainably built, reflecting contemporary standards of environmental responsibility. The energy label A+++ is the highest possible rating, demonstrating the exceptional energy efficiency of this residence. Heating is provided by a heat pump, while hot water is supplied through district heating, both of which contribute to the sustainable profile of the home.
The property features a flat roof and mechanical ventilation, ensuring optimal air quality and comfort throughout the year. TV cable connectivity is available, and the building is equipped with an elevator for easy access to all floors. The apartment is situated on a quiet road, by the water, in a residential area with free views, offering a peaceful living environment despite its proximity to urban amenities.
Parking in the area is managed through a combination of paid parking, public parking options, and parking permits. While the apartment does not include a private parking space, the various parking arrangements available in the vicinity provide flexibility for residents who own vehicles.
The Owners Association, known as the Vereniging van Eigenaren or VvE, is well-organized and professionally managed. The association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, and maintains a reserve fund for future maintenance and improvements. A maintenance plan is in place, and building insurance is arranged through the association. The monthly service costs amount to two hundred and sixty euros, which includes the contribution for the heat pump. Additionally, the semi-annual ground rent, known as the canon, is approximately nine hundred and fifty euros.
Living in the Sluishuis represents a unique opportunity to reside in one of Amsterdam's most innovative and distinctive residential buildings. The combination of sustainable construction, luxurious finishes, comprehensive amenities, and an exceptional waterfront location creates a living experience that is truly special. Here, living, working, and relaxation come together in a unique way, offering residents the best of modern urban life in a setting that feels both connected and serene.
This property is offered at an asking price of seven hundred and fifty thousand euros, with the costs to be borne by the buyer. The price per square meter translates to approximately nine thousand eight hundred and sixty-eight euros, reflecting the premium quality and unique characteristics of this residence. The acceptance date is negotiable, allowing flexibility for the buyer to plan their move.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states 'Douche en wastafelmeubel' (shower and washbasin furniture) under bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
No mention of a bathtub in the listing. Only a shower is listed as a bathroom facility.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet) and mentions 'separate toilet' in the layout description.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet anywhere in the listing. Only shower and washbasin are listed as bathroom facilities.
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower in the listing.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment, not a shared living situation. The bathroom is for private use.
Shared Toilet
The separate toilet is within the private apartment, accessed from the private hallway, not shared with other units.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (singular washbasin furniture), suggesting a single sink rather than double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly mentions a balcony of approximately 9 m² with view over inland waterway.
Rear Garden
This is a 4th floor apartment; no garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Front Garden
This is a 4th floor apartment; no garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Side Garden
This is a 4th floor apartment; no garden is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Terrace
The listing mentions 'Balkon/dakterras' in the features section but specifies only 'Balkon aanwezig' (balcony present). No private terrace is described for this unit.
Rooftop Terrace
The building has a shared spectacular rooftop garden with 360-degree views, but this is a communal facility, not a private rooftop terrace for this apartment.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is a 4th floor apartment with no yard mentioned.
Patio
No patio is mentioned. This is a 4th floor apartment.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned. This is a 2-room apartment with 1 bedroom.
Waterfront
Listing explicitly states 'wonen aan het water', 'aan water' in features, and 'aan het IJ'. The apartment overlooks inland waterway.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned; this is an urban apartment building.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned; this is an urban apartment building.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private pool mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private jacuzzi mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat; no mountain views possible. Views are over water and Amsterdam.
Remarkable City View
The building's shared rooftop offers 360-degree views of Amsterdam. The apartment itself has views over inland waterway, but city views may be partially visible from the 4th floor.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden view is mentioned. The apartment overlooks inland waterway.
Remarkable Sea View
The property is on the IJ, which is an inland body of water, not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
The listing mentions an 'atmospheric inner harbor with a jetty' and the view is over 'binnenwater' (inland waterway), which could include harbor views.
Remarkable Landmark View
The Sluishuis itself is an iconic landmark. The shared rooftop offers 360-degree Amsterdam views. The apartment's primary view is over inland water rather than landmarks specifically.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
Heating is provided by a heat pump system (warmtepomp), which is a form of central heating but not traditional gas-fired central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in this modern 2022 apartment with heat pump heating.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly mentions 'Fraaie houten vloer' (Beautiful wooden floor) in the features section.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies 'houten vloer' (wooden floor), which typically refers to real wood rather than laminate, but not 100% certain.
Carpeted Floors
Wooden floors are explicitly mentioned, making carpet unlikely.
Home Office
The description mentions that living, working, and relaxing come together, but there's no dedicated home office space mentioned.
Skylight
The apartment is on the 4th floor of a building with a flat roof and no skylight is mentioned.
Exposed Beams
This is a 2022 modern construction with luxury finishes; exposed beams are not mentioned and would be unlikely.
Bay Window
Not mentioned in the listing description.
Private Indoor Pool
No private pool mentioned; this is a 76 m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private sauna mentioned in this apartment.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Modern 2022 construction with contemporary finishes; ornamental plasterwork is not mentioned and unlikely in this style of building.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions stylish and luxurious furnishing by an interior architect with attention to detail, but doesn't specifically confirm Scandinavian design elements.
Modern
Built in 2022 with A+++ energy label, heat pump, luxury open kitchen with high-end built-in appliances, and contemporary architectural design in the iconic Sluishuis.
Industrial
The Sluishuis is an iconic modern building, but the description emphasizes luxury and stylish finishes rather than industrial aesthetics.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements mentioned; this is a contemporary Dutch apartment.
Classic
Built in 2022 with modern amenities and contemporary design; no classic or traditional elements described.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 2022, described as ultra-sustainable and iconic modern architecture. Not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2022. Clearly not an early 20th century building style.
Post-War Functional
Built in 2022 and described as iconic, luxurious, and ultra-sustainable. Not a post-war functional mass-produced style.
Modernist
The Sluishuis is described as iconic, ultra-sustainable, with contemporary luxury finishes. It is a striking modern architectural design at the entrance to IJburg.
Newly Built
Built in 2022, which is very recent. Described with A+++ energy label, heat pump, and all modern amenities. Essentially new construction.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned: 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) listed among kitchen appliances
Oven
Explicitly mentioned as 'oven/combi-magnetron' (oven/microwave combination)
Microwave
Explicitly mentioned as 'combi-magnetron' (combi-microwave, combined with oven)
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly stated: 'luxe open keuken' (luxury open kitchen) multiple times
Pantry
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen facilities
Designer Kitchen
Described as 'luxe open keuken' with 'hoogwaardige inbouwapparatuur', furnished by interior architect
New Kitchen
Building constructed in 2022 with high-quality finish, kitchen is part of original build
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions paid parking, public parking and parking permits, but no dedicated private parking spot for the apartment.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is mentioned, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned, so no double garage.
Attic
This is a 4th floor apartment with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
Listing explicitly mentions 'afgesloten fietsenstallingen' (secure bicycle storage) as one of the building amenities.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned, only public and paid parking options.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned in the listing.
Free Street Parking
Listing explicitly mentions 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), so free parking is not available.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as a parking option.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing mentions VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren) with monthly fees of €260 and includes a VvE checklist section.
Leasehold
The listing mentions 'Halfjaarlijkse canon circa € 950,-' (semi-annual ground rent), indicating this is a leasehold property.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Owners Association Fees
The listing mentions 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 260,00 per maand)' and service costs of €260 per month.
Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states 'Via the stylish communal entrance, you reach the fourth floor by elevator' and 'Lift' is listed under features.
Private Entrance
The description explicitly mentions a 'gemeenschappelijke entree' (communal entrance), meaning the entrance is shared.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has an elevator and was built in 2022 (likely following accessibility standards), but specific wheelchair accessibility features for the apartment itself are not detailed.
Utilities & Technical
Ventilation System
Explicitly listed under features/amenities (Voorzieningen): 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable TV
Explicitly listed under features/amenities (Voorzieningen): 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Energy Efficiency
Wall Insulation
The listing states 'Volledig geïsoleerd en duurzaam gebouwd' (Fully insulated and sustainably built), indicating wall insulation is present.
Floor Insulation
The listing states the property is 'fully insulated and sustainably built,' suggesting floor insulation is included.
Roof Insulation
The listing states the property is 'fully insulated and sustainably built,' and the building has a flat roof which would be insulated.
Heat Pump
Explicitly mentioned in the listing: 'Verwarming: Warmtepomp' and service costs include 'heat pump contribution'.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
A+++ energy label (highest rating), district heating for hot water (Stadsverwarming), mechanical ventilation system, built in 2022 with modern sustainability standards, ultra-sustainable building design with high-quality insulation throughout.