Modern Maisonette with Balcony and Energy Label A+ in Haarlem

This modern and spacious maisonette apartment is situated on the Herensingel in the Oude Amsterdamsebuurt district of Haarlem. The property is a comfortable and light three room apartment located on the edge of the Amsterdamsebuurt. With a short walk, residents find themselves in the bustling city center. This home features a generous private balcony and includes a private storage unit and a parking space in the secure closed garage. The property is particularly energy efficient and possesses an energy label A plus. The maisonette forms part of the small scale apartment complex named De Singel and benefits from its own private entrance.

Upon entering the property on the ground floor, one finds two bedrooms located at the front of the house. The room on the left offers flexible layout options, making it ideal for use as a guest room, a home office, or a hobby space depending on the specific needs of the resident. The second bedroom on the right side serves as the main master bedroom. Also situated on this floor is the bathroom which is located at the rear. The bathroom is finished in a modern and luxurious manner. In addition to the bedrooms and bathroom, there is a practical utility room present on this level which contains the connections for a washing machine. From this ground floor level, there is direct access to the private storage unit, the shared bicycle storage, and the private parking spot. The internal storage offers convenient space for keeping items secure and dry without having to leave the building.

Moving to the first floor, the layout opens up to a royal open kitchen combined with a living and dining area. The kitchen is fully equipped with a range of modern appliances. It includes an oven, a dishwasher, a cooking island with a bar, an induction cooktop, a refrigerator, a freezer, and a Quooker tap. This floor houses a separate toilet as well. The large glass front in the living area creates a seamless transition to the balcony. The balcony is situated on the west side, allowing residents to fully enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. The view from the balcony overlooks the open water of the Herensingel, providing a pleasant and scenic outlook.

The property is located in an ideal spot that is both quiet and very central. The location on the Herensingel places it on the edge of the city center. All amenities such as various shops, good restaurants, cozy terraces, and several museums are within walking distance. For public transport, bus line three hundred towards Schiphol, known as the Zuidtangent, is just a five minute walk away. Haarlem train station can be reached by bike within five minutes. The beach destinations of Zandvoort and Bloemendaal aan Zee are also easily accessible by bike. By car, the N200 connects to the A9 and A5 motorways, allowing for quick exit from the city. This location offers the perfect balance between enjoying the liveliness of the center and residing in a quiet environment.

The apartment is fully insulated and features oak parquet flooring on both floors. The service costs for the Owners Association amount to three hundred and fifty two euros per month. The property comes with a private parking space inside the building and there is a charging point available at the parking spot. For comfort, the first floor has underfloor heating in the kitchen and the living and dining room. The ground floor also has underfloor heating in the bathroom. Maintenance of the property has been kept up, with the outside window frames scheduled to be painted in 2025. Electrical installations were renewed in 2023, and the doors and railings were repainted that same year.

The apartment complex has a professional and active Owners Association. The association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce and holds annual meetings. There is a periodic contribution, a maintenance plan in place, and a reserve fund. The building is insured with building insurance. The technical specifications include a mechanical ventilation system and natural ventilation options. TV cable connections are available. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler, specifically an Intergas HRE combi boiler from 2018 which is gas fired and owned by the property. Warm water is also supplied via this central heating boiler. The energy label A plus is supported by roof insulation, double glazing, HR glass, wall insulation, and floor insulation.

In terms of specific measurements, the living area is one hundred and three square meters. The balcony covers thirteen square meters and the external storage space is twenty one square meters. The volume of the apartment is three hundred and seventy four cubic meters. The property is classified as a maisonette apartment within existing buildings constructed in 2005. It has a flat roof. The indoor space comprises three rooms with two bedrooms. There is one bathroom and one separate toilet. Bathroom fixtures include a double sink, a walk in shower, a bathtub, and a toilet. The property spans two living floors and is situated on the first living layer. Parking options include paid public parking, parking on closed grounds, public parking, and a garage. The external storage space is a designated parking cellar and parking spot.