Spacious Two-Level Apartment in Historic Maastricht Center with Balcony and Parking
Key Features
Upsides
- Prime location in the historic center of Maastricht, within walking distance of the Vrijthof and city amenities.
- Spacious layout spanning two floors with a total of 111 square meters and three bedrooms.
- Includes a private parking spot in the garage and a separate private storage unit.
- Features a partially covered balcony connected to the master bedroom with a wooden deck and privacy.
- Modern amenities including a 2019 HR-combi boiler and Energy Label B.
Downsides
- The apartment is situated on the second floor of a building from 1992, which may imply the absence of an elevator and older insulation standards compared to new builds.
- There is a monthly Owners Association contribution of 290 euros which is a recurring cost.
- The flooring throughout the living areas and bedrooms is carpet, which may require replacement or deep cleaning for preferences of hard flooring.
- The balcony is only accessible via the master bedroom, meaning access for guests or other residents is through the private sleeping quarters.
Description
This residence is offered by Tijs and Cyril Makelaardij. It presents a light and spacious apartment situated across two residential floors. The total living area measures 111 square meters. The property is located in the historic heart of Maastricht. It features a generous living space, a modern white kitchen, three bedrooms, a bathroom with both a bath and a shower, and a partially covered balcony. Situated at the Kapoenstraat, specifically on the second floor of the apartment complex Kapoenstraat 21 C, this comfortable and well maintained apartment spans two levels. The location in the bustling center of Maastricht, within walking distance of the Vrijthof and all urban amenities, makes this apartment a special offer.
The Kapoenstraat is located in the historic heart of Maastricht. It is a short walk from the Vrijthof, the Onze Lieve Vrouweplein, and the cozy shopping streets of the city center. The bustling center with its rich offering of shops, hospitality, and culture is literally around the corner. Maastricht Central Station is accessible by bicycle. Via the A2 and A79 motorways, you are quickly connected to the wider region.
The first residential level is accessed via an entrance hall. The apartment welcomes you with a stylish hall featuring dark tiles, a floating cabinet, and a video intercom. From the hall, the toilet room, the staircase closet, and the stairs to the second residential level are accessible. The toilet room is finished with mint green mosaic tiles and features a wall closet and a fountain.
The generous living room is a light and spacious living area comprising the sitting and dining area. A soft carpet floor, a beautiful ceiling, and large windows ensure a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. The room offers ample space for an extensive seating area and a separate dining area.
The modern white kitchen is equipped with a gas cooktop, an extractor hood, built-in appliances, and a spacious worktop. A backsplash of mint green mosaic tiles gives the kitchen a fresh look. Glass bricks in the facade provide extra light entry.
The staircase leads to the light landing with a carpet floor and an ornate white balustrade. Three bedrooms are accessible from the landing.
The master bedroom is a spacious bedroom with a carpet floor. Large sliding doors provide direct access to the partially covered balcony. This makes the bedroom and the balcony form a pleasant unity. The balcony is finished with a wooden deck. The brick walls provide shelter and privacy, while the balcony looks out openly over the surrounding roofs of the Maastricht city center.
The second bedroom is also of good size and is currently set up as a home office, provided with opening windows. The third bedroom, located at the rear of the apartment, offers a nice view of the surroundings via two windows.
The complete bathroom is finished with white tiles and mint green mosaic accents. It features a double sink, a bath, a shower with a glass door, and a wall closet.
General specifications indicate a construction year of 1992. The user surface area for living is approximately 111 square meters with a volume of approximately 364 cubic meters. Heating and hot water are provided via an HR boiler. The boiler is a Nefit model from 2019 and is owned. There is a fixed parking spot in the parking garage and a private storage room. The Owners Association contribution is 290 euros per month. The energy label is B. Acceptance is in mutual consultation.
To protect the interests of both buyer and seller, it is explicitly stated that a purchase agreement regarding this immovable property only comes into being after buyer and seller have signed the purchase agreement. This is a written requirement. If there are rental devices present in the house such as a boiler, water heater, solar panels, mechanical ventilation etc., these must be taken over by the buyer. The term included for any agreed upon resolving conditions such as financing is usually 4 to 6 weeks after the conclusion of the oral agreement. The security sum or bank guarantee is 10 percent of the purchase price. The buyer must deposit this with the relevant notary 3 days after the expiration of the resolving conditions. The buyer is at all times entitled to carry out a structural inspection at their own expense or consult other advisors to obtain a good insight into the state of maintenance. This information has been compiled by Tijs and Cyril Makelaardij with the necessary care. However, no liability is accepted on their part for any incompleteness, incorrectness or otherwise, nor for the consequences thereof. All specified dimensions and surfaces are indicative. The NVM conditions apply.
The apartment is classified as a portiekflat which is an existing construction from 1992. The energy efficiency is rated as Label B. The insulation includes HR glass which helps with thermal regulation. The heating system is a central heating boiler providing warm water as well. The boiler is a Nefit brand which is gas fired and dates from 2019 and is owned outright. The cadastral data indicates the location is Maastricht B 4786. The ownership situation is full property. The outside space includes a balcony which is present and covered partially. The storage facility is internal within the building. The parking situation is a parking garage. The VvE checklist confirms registration with the Chamber of Commerce, an annual meeting takes place, a periodic contribution is paid, a reserve fund is present, a maintenance plan exists, and building insurance is in place. There are four rooms in total comprising three bedrooms and one bathroom. The bathroom facilities include a shower, a double sink, a bath, and a toilet. There are two residential levels.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'douche' (shower) with a glass door in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The apartment has only one bathroom accessible via the landing (overloop) serving three bedrooms, so there is no ensuite.
Guest Toilet
The listing describes a separate 'toiletruimte' (toilet room) accessible from the hall on the first floor.
Shared Shower
The single shower in the apartment serves three bedrooms, making it a shared facility.
Shared Toilet
The single toilet in the bathroom serves three bedrooms, making it a shared facility.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing explicitly mentions a 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink) in the bathroom.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'deels overdekt balkon' (partially covered balcony) accessible via schuifpuien (sliding doors) from the master bedroom.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor of a complex ('portiekflat'). It does not have a garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor of a complex. It does not have a garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor of a complex. It does not have a garden.
Terrace
The listing specifically uses the word 'balkon' (balcony) for the 6 m² outdoor space. It does not mention a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is on the second floor and the balcony overlooks the roofs, but there is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No mention of a barbecue area or facilities.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment on the second floor, so it does not have a fenced yard.
Patio
The property is an apartment on the second floor. Patios are typically ground-level. Only a balcony is mentioned.
Veranda
No mention of a veranda.
Guest House
The property is a 111 m² apartment. There is no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is in the historic center of Maastricht but there is no mention of waterfront location or views.
Kitchen Garden
The property is an apartment in the city center. No garden present.
Equestrian Facilities
The property is an apartment in the city center. No equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
The property is an apartment in the city center. No livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
The property is an apartment in the city center. No pool mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
The property is an apartment. No jacuzzi mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
The property is an apartment in the city center. No tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The view is described as looking over the roofs of the inner city. No mountains are mentioned.
Remarkable City View
The listing states the balcony 'looks out over the surrounding roofs of the Maastricht inner city' and is in the 'historic heart'.
Remarkable Garden View
The view is of city roofs, not gardens.
Remarkable Sea View
Maastricht is inland. No sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
Located near Vrijthof and Onze Lieve Vrouweplein, but the specific view described is 'roofs of the Maastricht inner city' rather than a direct view of a specific landmark.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the features list or description, which is typical for residential apartments in this region from this era.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming... via een HR-ketel (Nefit, 2019)'.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace, wood stove, or open fire in the description.
Hardwood Floors
The floors are described as 'zachte tapijtvloer' (carpet) and 'donkere tegels' (tiles). The balcony has a 'houten vlonder' (wooden deck), but there is no mention of hardwood floors inside.
Tiled Floors
The description mentions 'donkere tegels' (dark tiles) in the hall and 'witte tegels' (white tiles) in the bathroom.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies carpet and tiles. Laminate is not mentioned.
Carpeted Floors
The listing explicitly mentions a 'zachte tapijtvloer' in the living room and 'tapijtvloer' in the landing and master bedroom.
Underfloor Heating
Heating is provided by an HR combi-boiler. Underfloor heating is a specific feature usually listed in Dutch real estate ads if present; its absence implies radiators are used.
Walk In Closet
No 'inloopkast' (walk-in closet) is mentioned. There is a 'zwevende kast' (floating cabinet) in the hall.
Home Office
The description states that the second bedroom is 'momenteel ingericht als werkkamer' (currently furnished as a workspace).
Skylight
There is no mention of a 'dakraam' (skylight). Windows are described as large windows, sliding doors, and glass bricks.
Exposed Beams
The description does not mention exposed beams or an open ceiling structure.
Bay Window
No 'erker' (bay window) or similar architectural feature is described.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a 111 m² apartment in an urban complex; a private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the bathroom features or general description.
Built-In Wardrobes
Only a 'zwevende kast' in the hallway is mentioned. No built-in wardrobes in bedrooms are specified.
French Doors
The second bedroom has 'openslaande ramen' (French windows) and the master bedroom has large 'schuifpuien' (sliding doors) to the balcony.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The property was built in 1992, and there is no mention of stucco ornaments, cornices, or ceiling roses.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions a light and spacious interior with a modern white kitchen, which are characteristics of Scandinavian design. However, the presence of carpet and specific mosaic tiles contradicts the typical minimalist style.
Modern
The property features a modern white kitchen, floating cabinets, video intercom, and a recently installed HR boiler (2019), indicating modern updates.
Industrial
While located in a historic center, the interior features carpet and white tiles. There are no mentions of exposed brickwork, concrete, or metal elements typical of industrial style, aside from the balcony brick walls.
Mediterranean
The property is located in Maastricht, Netherlands, and the interior style described (white kitchen, mint tiles) does not reflect Mediterranean aesthetics.
Classic
Although located in the historic heart, the building is from 1992 and features contemporary elements. There are no classic architectural details like ornamental plasterwork or paneled doors described.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
While the location is the historic heart, the building itself dates from 1992 (Bouwjaar: 1992) and is a 'portiekflat' with modern features.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1992.
Post War Functional
Built in 1992, it is a standard apartment building ('portiekflat') which fits the broad definition of post-war functional construction, though it is newer than the typical reconstruction era.
Modernist
Built in 1992 with a modern white kitchen, video phone, and HR-glazing. It represents a modern building style within a historic context.
Newly Build
The building was constructed in 1992, which is over 30 years ago. It is listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction).
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description mentions a spacious living room and a modern kitchen but makes no mention of a kitchen island or 'kookeiland'.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry or 'voorraadkast'. A 'trapkast' (cupboard under the stairs) is mentioned in the hall, not the kitchen.
Stove
The listing explicitly states the kitchen includes a 'gaskookplaat' (gas cooktop).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a 'gaskookplaat' (gas cooktop), which contradicts an induction stove.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker). These are typically highlighted as a feature if present.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood) rather than a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment for sale ('appartement ... te koop'), not a shared housing unit.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern white' with specific details like mint green mosaic tiles and glass bricks, giving it a designed look, but lacks high-end designer brand references.
New Kitchen
The apartment was built in 1992. While described as 'modern', there is no mention of the kitchen being recently renovated or installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states there is a 'Vaste parkeerplek in de parkeergarage' (fixed parking spot in the parking garage).
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'privéberging' (private storage) and lists 'Bergruimte: Schuur/berging Inpandig' in the features section.
Garage
The listing specifies a 'parkeerplek' (parking spot) within a 'parkeergarage' (parking garage facility), not a private garage box (garage) for the specific unit.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no mention of an automatic garage door in the listing.
Double Garage
There is no mention of a double garage in the listing.
Attic
The apartment is described as being on two living levels (woonlagen), but no attic (zolder) is mentioned.
Cellar
No mention of a cellar (kelder) is made in the description.
Covered Parking
The parking spot is located in a 'parkeergarage' (parking garage), which by definition is covered.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The features section lists 'Bergruimte: Schuur/berging', explicitly mentioning 'Schuur' (shed).
Street Parking Free
The property is located in the historic city center of Maastricht; free street parking is highly unlikely and not offered.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no separate rental price listed for the parking spot; it is included with the property.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no separate sale price listed for the parking spot; it is included in the main asking price.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a 'VvE bijdrage' (Owners Association fee) of € 290 per month.
Leasehold
The listing specifies 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Ownership situation Full ownership), indicating no leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist confirms 'Inschrijving KvK Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist confirms 'Jaarlijkse vergadering Ja' (Annual meeting Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing states a 'VvE bijdrage € 290,00 per maand'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist confirms 'Reservefonds aanwezig Ja' (Reserve fund present Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist confirms 'Onderhoudsplan Ja' (Maintenance plan Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist confirms 'Opstalverzekering Ja' (Buildings insurance Yes).
Other Rules
No specific property usage rules (e.g., pet restrictions, age restrictions) are listed in the description, only standard legal purchase conditions.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is described as a 'Portiekflat' (gallery flat) located on the second floor. There is no mention of an elevator, which is consistent with this building type from 1992.
Intercom
The listing explicitly mentions a 'videofoon' (video intercom) in the entrance hall.
Private Entrance
The apartment is part of a complex ('apartementencomplex Kapoenstraat 21 C') and is accessed via a central entrance hall.
Video Door Phone
The description explicitly states there is a 'videofoon' in the hall.
Gated Community
The location is in the city center of Maastricht on a public street (Kapoenstraat), which indicates it is not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the second floor and there is no elevator mentioned, making it inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The layout description details the living room, kitchen, and three bedrooms but does not mention a separate laundry room.
Smart Home
There are no mentions of smart home technology or automation features in the description.
Water Softener
Water softeners are rarely mentioned in Dutch listings unless present, and there is no mention of one here.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing does not mention solar panels in the features or description. While a boilerplate disclaimer mentions them as a potential rental item, their absence from the specific amenities list (which includes other features like the balcony and parking) strongly indicates they are not present.
Double Glazing
The features section explicitly lists 'Isolatie: HR-glas'. HR-glas (High Efficiency glass) is a standard term for double glazing in the Netherlands.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR-glas' but does not mention 'HR++ glas', 'HR+++', or 'triple glas'. For a building from 1992, standard HR-glas (double glazing) is the most probable configuration, not triple glazing.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states that heating and hot water are provided by an 'HR-ketel' (High Efficiency boiler), specifically a gas-fired Nefit combi-ketel from 2019. No heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
No home battery is listed as a feature. Furthermore, the absence of solar panels makes the presence of a home battery highly unlikely.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features an Energy Label B. Specific measures mentioned include the installation of an HR-ketel (High Efficiency boiler) in 2019 and the presence of HR-glas (High Efficiency double glazing) for insulation.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.