Spacious Top-Floor Apartment with Sunny Southwest Balcony and Bought-Off Ground Lease
Key Features
Upsides
- The property is situated on perpetual leasehold land where the canon has been bought off, eliminating future ground rent payments.
- The apartment features a luxury kitchen with high-end built-in appliances including a Bora hob with integrated extraction and a Quooker tap.
- It boasts a sunny southwest-facing balcony with a wide, unobstructed view, offering ample outdoor space.
- The interior condition is described as good to excellent, including modern amenities like a 2018 Remeha combi-boiler and double glazing throughout.
Downsides
- The property is located on the second floor of a building without an elevator, which requires navigating stairs via the open porch.
- The building dates back to 1922, meaning lead, asbestos, and old age clauses are applicable, which may imply maintenance risks or costs.
- Parking is only available through paid parking or permits, as there is no private parking spot included with the apartment.
- The monthly Owners Association contribution is 75 euros, which is a recurring cost for maintenance of the shared elements.
Description
This charming and spacious top-floor apartment is located in the Bloemenbuurt on Irisstraat. The home offers a generous and well-thought-out layout with a living area of approximately 104 square meters. It features three bedrooms, a luxurious eat-in kitchen, and a sunny southwest-facing balcony with a beautiful unobstructed view. The entire apartment is fitted with plastic window frames and double glazing. The property has an energy label C and is situated on perpetual leasehold land where the ground rent has been bought off, meaning no periodic payments are required.
The apartment is located around the corner from shops on Goudsbloemlaan and is also within walking or cycling distance of the stores on Fahrenheitstraat and Thomsonlaan. Residents will find public transport, the Bosjes van Pex park, sports facilities, and schools nearby. The beach, sea, and dunes are also easily accessible. The entrance is via an open porch on the first floor, leading to a hall with a wardrobe closet. From there, a staircase leads to the second floor where the apartment is situated.
Upon entering the second floor, you arrive in a spacious and light hall featuring two skylights. The hall is equipped with a beautiful herringbone oak parquet floor with a double border that continues into the living and dining room, the front bedroom, and one of the rear bedrooms. There is also a separate toilet with a washbasin. The front bedroom is generous in size and has a door leading to the bathroom, which is also accessible from the hall. The bathroom is fitted with a skylight, a shower cubicle, a vanity unit, and a towel radiator.
Double doors open to the atmospheric living and dining room. At the front of the room, there is a fireplace and a lovely unobstructed view of the Sneeuwbalstraat. At the rear, you will find a luxury kitchen with a cooking island and various built-in appliances. These include an electric induction hob with integrated extraction (Bora), a Quooker tap, a combination oven and microwave, a dishwasher, and a fridge-freezer combination. A sliding door provides access to the sunny southwest-facing balcony which offers a wide panoramic view.
There are two bedrooms located at the rear of the apartment. One of these bedrooms has a fitted wardrobe and contains the connections for a washing machine and dryer. For the specific dimensions of the rooms, one can refer to the floor plans. A special feature of this property is its location on perpetual leasehold land where the ground rent has been fully bought off. The acceptance date is in consultation. The sewerage charge for 2026 is 195.40 euros per year. The apartment holds a one-third share in the community.
The Owners Association is active, and the monthly contribution is 75 euros. The electrical system includes 11 groups with an earth leakage circuit breaker. Heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha central heating boiler from 2018. The condition of the sanitary facilities and kitchen is good to excellent. The condition of the interior is good to excellent, and the exterior is good. The apartment has plastic window frames with double glazing. The buyer is free to choose a notary, provided the notary is located in the Haaglanden region. Lead, asbestos, and age clauses are applicable due to the building year of 1922.
The living area is approximately 104 square meters and the volume is approximately 375 cubic meters. The NVM model purchase deed applies. The location is very convenient with shops on Goudsbloemlaan, Fahrenheitstraat, and Thomsonlaan all close by. The city center of The Hague is also within easy reach. For recreation, the Bosjes van Pex, dunes, beach, sea, Kijkduin seaside resort, Scheveningen harbour, various restaurants, and museums are all nearby.
Public transport connections are excellent with RandstadRail line 3, tram line 12, and buses 21 and 24 in the vicinity. The property also offers good access to arterial roads via the Hubertustunnel and Westlandroute. The area is also suitable for families due to the proximity of the European and/or International School of The Hague, primary schools, and various sports facilities. Cadastral information places the property in the municipality of The Hague, section AN, number 5497, with apartment index 3.
The measurement instruction is based on NEN2580 to provide a more uniform indication of the usable surface area, although differences in measurement results cannot be completely ruled out due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations during the measurement. Interested parties are advised to engage their own NVM purchase broker who can represent their interests and save time, money, and worry. Addresses of fellow NVM purchase brokers in Haaglanden can be found on Funda.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'douche-cabine' (shower cabin) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing describes a 'douche-cabine' but makes no mention of a bathtub (bad or ligbad) in the description or feature list.
Ensuite Bathroom
The front bedroom has a door to the bathroom, but the listing states the bathroom is 'also accessible via hall', meaning it is not a private ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing specifies a 'separate toilet' (apart toilet) with a washbasin in the hall.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing explicitly lists a 'handdoekenradiator' (towel radiator) in the bathroom.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description or features.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions a 'douche-cabine' but does not specify if it is a 'regendouche' (rain shower).
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower or multiple shower heads.
Shared Shower
The listing is for a private apartment, not a shared living arrangement or student housing.
Shared Toilet
The listing is for a private apartment. The toilet is for the residents, not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (vanity unit) in the singular, not double sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing does not mention floor heating (vloerverwarming); it only specifies a parquet floor.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'zonnig balkon op het zuidwesten' (sunny southwest-facing balcony) and confirms 'Balkon aanwezig' (Balcony present) in the features.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 2nd floor ('2e woonlaag') and no garden is mentioned.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 2nd floor and no garden is mentioned.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment and no side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The property has a balcony, but no separate terrace is mentioned. In real estate listings, 'terras' usually refers to a ground-level or larger roof deck, distinct from the 4m² balcony described.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a 'TOP-appartement' (top floor apartment), but the listing only describes a balcony, not a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the description or features.
Fenced Yard
As an apartment, it does not have a private fenced yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the outdoor space is defined as a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
While located near the beach and sea, the property itself is not waterfront; it is in the Bloemenbuurt.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat and the property is in The Hague; there are no mountain views.
Remarkable City View
The listing mentions a 'fraai vrij uitzicht naar de Sneeuwbalstraat' (beautiful unobstructed view of the street). While pleasant, a street view is not typically considered a 'remarkable city view' in the sense of a skyline or landmark panorama.
Remarkable Garden View
The view is described as looking out onto a street (Sneeuwbalstraat), not a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
The listing mentions proximity to the sea, but the view from the apartment is of the street, not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
The listing mentions proximity to the harbour, but the view is not of the harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks are visible from the property based on the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing is detailed regarding amenities (heating, kitchen, windows) but makes no mention of air conditioning or climate control systems. In this region and building type, it is typically absent unless specified.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming middels c.v.-combiketel, merk Remeha, bouwjaar 2018' (Heating by C.V. combi boiler, brand Remeha, build year 2018).
Fireplace
The listing mentions 'sfeervolle woon/eetkamer met aan de voorzijde een openhaard' (atmospheric living/dining room with a fireplace at the front).
Hardwood Floors
The listing describes 'fraai visgraat eiken parketvloer' (beautiful herringbone oak parquet floor). Oak parquet is a type of hardwood flooring.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies 'eiken parketvloer' (oak parquet), which is real wood, not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
The listing highlights the oak parquet floor throughout the apartment and makes no mention of carpet.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is a specific feature often highlighted in Dutch listings. It is not mentioned here, and heating is provided by a radiator-based combi-boiler system (implied by 'handdoekenradiator' in the bathroom).
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions 'vaste kast' (built-in closet) and 'garderobekast' (wardrobe closet), but does not describe a 'walk-in closet' (inloopkast).
Home Office
The apartment has 3 bedrooms and is described as a 4/5-room apartment. While a spare room could function as an office, there is no designated space or description of a home office.
Skylight
The listing mentions a 'spacious, bright hall with 2 skylights' (2 dakramen) and a bedroom 'voorzien van dakraam' (equipped with a skylight).
Exposed Beams
The listing describes a renovated apartment with a smooth finish and parquet floors. There is no mention of exposed beams (openliggende balken).
Bay Window
The listing mentions a 'fraai vrij uitzicht' (beautiful unobstructed view) and 'dubbele deuren' (double doors), but does not mention an 'erker' (bay window).
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment listing of 104 m². A private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
The listing mentions a 'douche-cabine' (shower cabin) but does not mention a sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The text explicitly states: 'Twee slaapkamers aan de achterzijde, waarvan één met vaste kast' (Two bedrooms at the rear, one of which with a built-in closet).
French Doors
The listing describes access to the balcony via a 'schuifpui' (sliding door) and access to the living room via 'dubbele deuren' (double doors). There is no specific mention of 'Franse deuren' (French doors), typically referring to hinged double glass doors leading outside.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions oak parquet floors and a light, spacious hall, which are common in Scandinavian design. However, the presence of a classic herringbone pattern, a fireplace, and a 'cozy' (sfeervol) description leans more towards a classic or warm style than strict minimalism.
Modern
The apartment features a luxury kitchen with an island, Bora extraction, a Quooker, PVC window frames, and a modern central heating boiler (2018). These elements indicate a modernized interior, although the building itself dates from 1922.
Industrial
There are no mentions of exposed beams, concrete, metal accents, or raw materials typical of industrial design. The finishes described are oak parquet and a luxury kitchen.
Mediterranean
While there is a sunny balcony, the interior features oak parquet, a fireplace, and a modern kitchen. There are no mentions of terracotta tiles, arches, or warm color palettes characteristic of Mediterranean style.
Classic
The building is from 1922, features oak herringbone parquet flooring (visgraat), a fireplace (openhaard), and is described as 'sfeervol' (atmospheric/cozy). These are strong indicators of a classic style, despite the modern kitchen.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is from 1922 ('Bouwjaar 1922') and located in the Bloemenbuurt, a neighborhood with traditional architecture. Although renovated inside, the building shell retains its traditional character.
Early 20th Century
The property was built in 1922, which clearly places it in the early 20th century category, often associated with the 'jaren 30' style in the Netherlands.
Post War Functional
The building was constructed in 1922, which is before WWII, so it is not a post-war functional building.
Modernist
While the interior has been modernized (luxury kitchen, plastic windows), the building itself is from 1922 and represents a traditional architectural style, not a modernist one.
Newly Build
The build year is explicitly stated as 1922.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen description.
Oven
The listing mentions a 'combi-oven/magnetron', which includes an oven function.
Microwave
The listing mentions a 'combi-oven/magnetron', which includes a microwave function.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koel/vries combinatie', which includes a refrigerator.
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koel/vries combinatie', which includes a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The listing explicitly mentions a 'kookeiland' (kitchen island).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry or utility room in the text.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'elektrische kookplaat' (electric hob).
Build In Coffee Maker
The list of appliances (Bora, Quooker, combi-oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer) does not include a coffee machine.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Quooker', which is a boiling water tap.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'elektrische kookplaat met geïntegreerde afzuiging (Bora)', which is a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment listed for sale, not a shared housing facility.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'luxe' (luxury) with a 'kookeiland', and features high-end brands like Bora and Quooker.
New Kitchen
The condition is described as 'good to excellent' and the boiler is from 2018, suggesting a renovation, but no specific date is given for the kitchen installation. 'New' usually implies very recent (last few years).
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states the parking situation is 'Betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (Paid parking and parking permits), implying no private parking spot is included with the apartment.
Storage Room
No separate storage room (berging) is mentioned in the layout description or the features list. Only built-in wardrobes are mentioned.
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage, therefore there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
There is no garage.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
No specific bike storage is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No private covered parking is mentioned.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or facilities are mentioned in the description.
Workshop
No workshop space is mentioned.
Shed
No shed is mentioned.
Street Parking Free
The listing specifies 'Betaald parkeren' (Paid parking), meaning street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as the parking method.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no private parking spot associated with the property.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no private parking spot associated with the property.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions an 'Actieve Vereniging van Eigenaren' (Active Owners Association) with a monthly contribution.
Leasehold
The property is described as situated on 'eeuwigdurende erfpachtgrond' (perpetual leasehold land).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The 'VvE checklist' section explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The 'VvE checklist' section explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja' (Annual meeting Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing states a monthly contribution of € 75,-- and the VvE checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage Ja'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The 'VvE checklist' section explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja' (Reserve fund present Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The 'VvE checklist' section explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan Ja' (Maintenance plan Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The 'VvE checklist' section explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering Ja' (Buildings insurance Yes).
Other Rules
The listing specifies that the buyer is free to choose a notary provided it is in the Haaglanden region, and that lead/asbestos and age clauses apply.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states that access to the apartment on the 2nd floor is via stairs ('via trap naar 2e verdieping'), and no elevator is mentioned.
Private Entrance
The property is a 'Portiekwoning' (apartment with open porch) accessible via a shared entrance and stairs.
Automatic Gate
The property is located in a standard city neighborhood with an open porch entrance, with no mention of any gates.
Gated Community
The property is a standard apartment in a residential neighborhood (Bloemenbuurt), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 2nd floor and access is only possible via stairs, with no elevator available.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'aansluiting wasmachine' (connections for a washing machine) inside a closet, which implies the plumbing is present but the appliance itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states the apartment is 'voorzien van aansluiting wasmachine en droger' (provided with connections for washing machine and dryer).
Laundry Room
The washing machine and dryer connections are located in a 'vaste kast' (built-in closet) within a bedroom, not in a separate laundry room.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, the text mentions connections for a dryer ('aansluiting... droger') but does not indicate that the dryer appliance is included.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing does not mention solar panels. The roof is described as flat with bituminous roofing, and no energy generation features are listed.
Double Glazing
The description states 'The entire apartment is fitted with synthetic window frames with double glazing' and the features list confirms double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly specifies double glazing and does not mention triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The features section lists isolation measures as 'Roof insulation and double glazing', omitting wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
The features section lists isolation measures as 'Roof insulation and double glazing', omitting floor insulation.
Roof Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'Roof insulation'.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi-boiler (Remeha, 2018) for heating and hot water, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has an Energy Label C. It is equipped with roof insulation, synthetic window frames with double glazing, and a relatively modern gas combi-boiler installed in 2018.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.