Modern Renovated Canal-View Apartment with Private Rooftop Terrace
Key Features
Upsides
- Direct view of the Noordhollandskanaal from the living room through three large windows
- Private southwest-facing rooftop terrace of 11 m² for outdoor relaxation
- Completely renovated in 2018 with modern finish, kitchen appliances, and bathroom
- Prime location in the historic city center of Alkmaar with all amenities within walking distance
- High ceiling height of 2.73 meters creating a spacious feel
Downsides
- Only one bedroom, limiting the property to single occupants or couples without children
- No private parking available, only paid parking or permits in the area
- VvE lacks a reserve fund, maintenance plan, and annual meetings, which may pose future financial risks
- Located on a busy road which may cause noise disturbance despite sound-dampening measures
- Relatively small living area of 53 m² at a price of 6,132 euros per square meter
Description
This two-room apartment is situated on the second floor of a small-scale apartment complex that features a striking monumental facade. The property was completely renovated in 2018 and has been finished in a modern and luxurious style. The building dates back to 1927 and is located within a protected cityscape in the historic center of Alkmaar.
The apartment has a total living area of approximately 53 square meters. The interior is characterized by a laminate floor throughout and a ceiling height of approximately 2.73 meters, which contributes to a spacious feeling despite the compact size. The living room is L-shaped and measures about 30 square meters. At the front of the living room there are three large turn-and-tilt windows that provide an active view of the Noordhollandskanaal. This location on the canal side gives the apartment a lively atmosphere, with views of the comings and goings on the water.
The open kitchen is integrated into the living room and is arranged in a straight layout. The kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a refrigerator with freezer compartment, a four-burner gas hob with extractor hood, a combination oven/microwave, and a dishwasher. The kitchen cabinets have soft-closing drawers and there are both upper and lower cabinets for storage.
At the rear of the apartment, which offers a quiet contrast to the canal side, is the bedroom measuring approximately 12 square meters. The bedroom has folding doors that provide access to the private rooftop terrace. The bedroom also contains a storage closet where the washing machine connection is located, as well as the central heating boiler and the mechanical ventilation unit.
From the bedroom there is access to the bathroom, which measures approximately 5 square meters. The bathroom is modernly finished and features a walk-in shower with both a rain shower and a hand shower, a second hanging toilet, a sink vanity, and a designer radiator. The bathroom also has a door that provides access to the rooftop terrace.
The rooftop terrace has an area of approximately 11 square meters and is finished with rubber terrace tiles. The terrace is situated on the southwest side, which means it receives plenty of sunlight during the afternoon and evening hours. This outdoor space offers a private place to relax away from the bustle of the canal side.
The entrance to the apartment is via a shared entrance on the ground floor. The staircase features stained glass details and has a stately appearance that matches the monumental character of the building. On the second floor there is also a separate modern toilet room with a hanging toilet and a small sink.
The apartment has its own house number and its own utility connections. The window glazing on the canal side is insulating, and there is a compact sound-dampening ventilation fan installed. The property has an energy label B, with insulation in the roof, walls, and floor, as well as double glazing and HR glass. The central heating boiler is an Intergas HRE gas-fired combination boiler from 2018, which is owned by the property.
The location is in the heart of Alkmaar's historic city center. The immediate vicinity offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, and cafes with terraces. All daily amenities are within walking distance. Parking is available in the form of paid parking spaces, parking garages, and parking permits in the area.
The apartment is part of the Homeowners Association called Vereniging van Eigenaars Kanaalkade 10/11 te Alkmaar. The association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce and has a communal building insurance and a business bank account in the name of the VvE. The monthly contribution to the VvE is 67 euros. According to the provided VvE checklist, there is no annual meeting, no periodic contribution, no reserve fund, and no maintenance plan in place, although there is building insurance.
The property is offered at an asking price of 325,000 euros, with buyer's costs applicable. This results in a price per square meter of approximately 6,132 euros. The property is available and transfer is in consultation. The cadastral designation is ALKMAAR B 6454, and the property is in full ownership.
The apartment is offered furnished. The combination of the renovated condition, the canal view, the private rooftop terrace, and the central location in the historic city center makes this a distinctive property in the Alkmaar housing market.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower).
Bathtub
The bathroom description lists an inloopdouche, toilet, and sink, but no bathtub is mentioned.
Ensuite Bathroom
The text states 'Vanuit de slaapkamer toegang naar de moderne badkamer' (access to the modern bathroom from the bedroom).
Guest Toilet
There is a separate 'moderne toiletruimte' (modern toilet room) located near the entrance, distinct from the bathroom toilet.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom features.
Rain Shower
The listing specifies the inloopdouche has a 'regen- en handdouche' (rain and hand shower).
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower; only a single walk-in shower with rain and hand options is described.
Shared Shower
The property is an apartment with its own house number and private facilities, not shared housing.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment with two private toilets, not shared facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'wastafelmeubel' (vanity unit), not a double sink.
Bathroom Heated Floor
There is no mention of floor heating; the listing notes laminate flooring throughout the apartment.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing specifically mentions a rooftop terrace (dakterras) but does not mention a balcony.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 2nd/3rd floor, so it does not have a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 2nd/3rd floor, so it does not have a front garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the 2nd/3rd floor, so it does not have a side garden.
Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a private rooftop terrace (dakterras) of approximately 11 m².
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly describes a 'privé dakterras van ca. 11 m²' located on the southwest side.
Fenced Yard
The property is an upper-floor apartment with a terrace, not a fenced yard.
Patio
The property has a rooftop terrace, which is distinct from a ground-level patio.
Veranda
There is no mention of a veranda in the listing.
Guest House
The property is a 2-room apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
The apartment is situated on the Kanaalkade and features a view of the Noordhollandskanaal. The features list also confirms it is 'aan vaarwater' and 'aan water'.
Kitchen Garden
The property is an apartment without any garden space.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a city center apartment with no space or mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is a city center apartment with no space or mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
There is no mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
There is no mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Alkmaar is in the Netherlands and does not have mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing highlights a 'levendig uitzicht op het bruisende stadsleven' (lively view of the bustling city life) from the large windows in the living room.
Remarkable Garden View
The views are of the canal and the city, not a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
The property overlooks a canal (Noordhollandskanaal), not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
The view is of a canal (Noordhollandskanaal), which is distinct from a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The canal view is prominent, but no specific landmark is named in the description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a 'cv-combiketel' (central heating combi boiler) which is an Intergas HRE from 2018.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies 'laminaatvloer' (laminate flooring) throughout the apartment, not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
The main living areas have laminate flooring. The bathroom likely has tiles and the terrace has rubber tiles, but the primary flooring is not tiled.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly states 'De woonkamer is, zoals het gehele appartement, voorzien van een laminaatvloer' meaning laminate flooring throughout.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned; laminate flooring is specified throughout.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned. The heating is provided by a central heating combi boiler, and a design radiator is mentioned in the bathroom.
Walk In Closet
There is a 'bergkast' (storage closet) in the bedroom for the washing machine and boiler, but no walk-in closet is mentioned.
Home Office
No home office or dedicated workspace is mentioned in the listing.
Skylight
No skylight is mentioned. The apartment has 3 tilt-and-turn windows on the canal side and French doors to the terrace, but no skylights.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. The ceiling height of 2.73m is noted but no beam details.
Bay Window
Three large window sections are mentioned with canal views, but there is no specific mention of a bay window projection.
Private Indoor Pool
No private indoor pool is mentioned or expected in a 53m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private indoor sauna is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The kitchen has upper and lower cabinets with soft-closing drawers, but no built-in wardrobes are mentioned for the bedroom.
French Doors
The listing explicitly states 'openslaande deuren naar het dakterras' (French doors to the rooftop terrace) from the bedroom.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The building is from 1927 and has historic features like stained glass, but the interior was completely renovated in 2018 and no ornamental plasterwork is specifically mentioned.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The description mentions fresh and modern finishes but lacks specific Scandinavian design elements such as light wood tones, minimalist hygge aesthetics, or typical Nordic styling.
Modern
The listing explicitly states 'MODERNE EN LUXE AFGEWERKT', mentions modern sanitary facilities, a modern toilet room, and notes a complete renovation in 2018 with contemporary finishes.
Industrial
No industrial elements are mentioned such as exposed pipes, raw brick, concrete finishes, or metal fixtures typical of industrial design.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements are present such as terracotta tiles, arched doorways, warm color palettes, or Mediterranean-style outdoor spaces.
Classic
The building is from 1927 with a monumental appearance and features a stately staircase with stained glass details, though the interior was completely renovated in 2018 to modern standards.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building has a 'monumentale uitstraling', features 'glas-in-lood details' (stained glass), and is located in a 'beschermd stadsgezicht' (protected cityscape).
Early 20th Century
The listing explicitly states the construction year as 1927.
Post War Functional
The building was constructed in 1927, which is before WWII.
Modernist
While the interior was completely renovated in 2018 with modern finishes, the building itself is a 1927 monumental structure, not representative of the modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The listing classifies the property as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) with a build year of 1927.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen appliances.
Oven
The listing mentions a 'combi-oven/magnetron' (combi-oven/microwave).
Microwave
The listing mentions a 'combi-oven/magnetron' (combi-oven/microwave).
Refrigerator
The listing mentions an 'ingebouwde koelkast met vrieslade' (built-in refrigerator with freezer compartment).
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koelkast met vrieslade' (refrigerator with freezer compartment).
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'keukenblok in rechte opstelling' (straight kitchen unit), which indicates no island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing describes an 'L-vormige woonkamer [...] met open keuken' (L-shaped living room with open kitchen).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the layout or features.
Stove
The listing explicitly mentions a '4-pits gaskookplaat' (4-burner gas stove).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a 'gaskookplaat' (gas stove), not an induction stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (like a Quooker) is mentioned in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private 2-room apartment for sale, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as modern with soft-closing drawers and built-in appliances, but not explicitly labeled as a high-end 'design' kitchen.
New Kitchen
The apartment was completely renovated in 2018, so the kitchen is relatively modern but not brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The parking section lists paid street parking, parking garage, and parking permits, indicating no dedicated parking spot comes with the apartment.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bergkast' (storage closet) in the bedroom housing the washing machine and boiler.
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage or automatic garage door is mentioned.
Double Garage
No double garage is mentioned in the listing.
Attic
No attic is mentioned; the apartment is situated on the 2nd floor with a flat roof terrace above.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
No bike storage is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned in the listing.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or infrastructure is mentioned.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned in the listing.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) in the features section.
Street Parking Permit
The features section lists 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as a parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No dedicated parking spot is available with the apartment, so no rental price is listed.
Parkspot Sale Price
No dedicated parking spot is available with the apartment, so no sale price is listed.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states the property is part of a VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaars 'Kanaalkade 10/11 te Alkmaar').
Leasehold
The listing specifies 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership) under Eigendomssituatie.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee'.
Oa Fees
The listing states there is a VvE contribution of €67 per month.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The listing mentions a 'gemeenschappelijke opstalverzekering' and the VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions a communal entrance with a staircase and stained glass details, but does not mention an elevator.
Intercom
The listing mentions a 'bellentableau' in the communal entrance, which typically functions as an intercom system.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the listing.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states there is a 'gemeenschappelijke entree' (communal entrance).
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of an automatic gate in the listing.
Video Door Phone
While a 'bellentableau' is mentioned, there is no specific mention of a video door phone.
Gated Community
The apartment is located in a city center building next to a canal, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 2nd floor and is only accessible via a staircase, making it not wheelchair accessible.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing explicitly mentions a 'aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (connection for washing machine), which implies the machine itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly states there is a 'aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (washing machine connection) in the storage closet.
Laundry Room
There is only a storage closet (bergkast) mentioned for the washing machine, not a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
A dryer is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
There are no smart home features or systems mentioned in the description.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly mentions a 'mechanische ventilatie unit' (mechanical ventilation system) and lists 'Mechanische ventilatie' in the features.
Cable Tv
The features section explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (cable TV) as a provision.
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned and is highly unusual in Dutch apartments.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the description or features list.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) and 'HR-glas' in the energy section.
Triple Glazing
Double glazing and HR-glass are specified, but there is no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The features list explicitly states 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Floor Insulation
The features list explicitly states 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation).
Roof Insulation
The features list explicitly states 'dakisolatie' (roof insulation).
Heat Pump
The listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler (Intergas HRE) installed in 2018, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery or energy storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features mechanical ventilation and a soundproof ventilation fan. It holds an Energy Label B.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.