Spacious Ground Floor Apartment in Historic Monument with Garden View

This spacious and bright ground floor apartment is located at Hooftskade 55 in the Schildersbuurt-Noord district of The Hague. The property is situated within the beautifully landscaped communal inner garden of the national monument known as Bastion le Roi. The apartment offers approximately 87 square meters of living space and features a living room, half-open kitchen, conservatory, two bedrooms, and a modern bathroom. The asking price is set at 445,000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer.

The location of this property is truly exceptional. The apartment is situated directly on the canal, in the extension of the Bierkade, on a very central location in the city center. The Grote Markt is located at the end of the street, providing easy access to a wide range of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. All urban amenities that one would expect and desire are within walking distance around the corner. There is a good balance between the desired liveliness of the inner city and pleasant tranquility, with a very spacious inner garden that is only accessible to residents of the complex. Additionally, there are surprisingly good parking opportunities available in the area. Exit roads and public transport can be reached within a few minutes.

The Bastion le Roi building is a remarkable piece of history. This monumental building is adorned by a beautiful central hall, high ceilings, and idyllic communal inner gardens, and breathes history from all sides. The building originally served as an orphanage, constructed in 1867. Between 1991 and 1992, the building was renovated and converted into an apartment complex, with careful attention paid to preserving the original structure and character of the monument. The building is classified as both a protected city or village view and a national monument.

The main entrance is located at the Hooftskade and features an intercom system leading to the closed, beautiful stately reception hall. From this central hall, the beautifully landscaped communal garden can be reached via the courtyard. Two buildings realized in 1992 are situated in this garden, and the apartment is located in one of these buildings. Access to the apartment is via a staircase leading to the elevated ground floor.

Upon entering the apartment, one arrives in the hall which features a fixed closet and the installation space for the electric boiler. The living room is situated across the full width of the apartment and is characterized by a very pleasant light intake thanks to windows on three sides and the view over the communal inner garden. This creates a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout the main living area.

Adjacent to the living room is the half-open kitchen, which is arranged in an L-shaped configuration. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a refrigerator with freezer compartment, dishwasher, four-burner induction cooktop, flat-screen extractor hood, and a combination oven and microwave. From the kitchen, sliding doors provide access to the conservatory, which offers additional living space and a connection to the outdoor environment.

The bathroom is modern and well-appointed, featuring a shower, a sink set in a vanity unit, a floating toilet, a design radiator, and connections for both a washing machine and a dryer. This setup makes the bathroom both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

The apartment contains two bedrooms, both located at the rear of the property. The first bedroom features a French balcony, providing access to fresh air and a view of the surroundings. The second bedroom is also situated at the rear of the apartment. Both bedrooms offer suitable space for various furnishing options.

In addition to the living space, the apartment comes with a private storage room located in the basement of the building. There is also a communal bicycle storage facility situated under the complex, providing secure parking for bicycles. Furthermore, there is the possibility to purchase a garage with a steel rolling door in the underlying parking garage for an additional asking price of 39,000 euros, costs to be paid by the buyer.

The apartment is situated on freehold land, meaning there is no ground lease to pay. The property has an energy label B, which indicates a reasonable level of energy efficiency. The windows throughout the apartment are fitted with wooden frames and double glazing. In 2023, additional facade insulation was installed, further improving the energy performance of the property.

Heating is provided through district heating, and hot water is generated by means of an electric boiler. This means the apartment is entirely gas-free, which is an increasingly important consideration for many buyers. The property also features mechanical ventilation, ensuring good air quality throughout the living spaces.

The interior of the apartment is finished with an oak parquet floor, which adds warmth and character to the living spaces. Both the exterior and interior maintenance condition is described as good, indicating that the property has been well cared for by the current owner.

The homeowners association is active and social in nature. It is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, and collects periodic contributions. A maintenance plan is in place, and the association has building insurance. The monthly contribution for the apartment is 409.72 euros. If a parking space is purchased, an additional monthly contribution of 24.37 euros applies. Due to the status of the building as a national monument, residents can apply for subsidies for maintenance work on the complex through the Cultural Heritage Agency. This can be done both by the homeowners association and by individual residents themselves. In practice, this means that the annual costs for residents are lower than they would otherwise be.

The asking price per square meter is 5,115 euros, which is calculated based on the 87 square meters of living space. The purchase will be subject to the standard NVM purchase contract. The purchase agreement will include the asbestos clause, age clause, and measurement instruction clause, which are standard provisions in Dutch real estate transactions. The acceptance date and time are to be determined in consultation between the buyer and seller.

Parking in the immediate vicinity consists of paid parking and public parking options. While this does involve costs for residents who own a car, the listing notes that there are surprisingly good parking opportunities in the area, which is a notable advantage for a central city location.

The roof of the building is a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. The property contains a total of three rooms, divided into two bedrooms and one living room. There is one full bathroom in the apartment. The building-related outdoor space measures approximately 3 square meters, which corresponds to the French balcony. The external storage space in the basement measures 19 square meters. The total volume of the apartment is 285 cubic meters.

This property offers a unique combination of historical character and modern living comfort. The monumental setting provides a distinctive atmosphere that is difficult to find in newly constructed properties, while the renovations and updates carried out over the years ensure that the apartment meets contemporary standards of comfort and energy efficiency. The central location in The Hague city center makes it an attractive option for those who wish to live close to all urban amenities while enjoying the tranquility of a car-free inner garden.