Spacious Move-In Ready Apartment with Sunny Balcony in Popular Postwijk Neighborhood
Key Features
Upsides
- Spacious 90 m² layout with three well-sized bedrooms
- Southeast-facing balcony with unobstructed views and plenty of sunlight
- Excellent location near village center, train station, and major roads to Leiden, The Hague, and Amsterdam
- Move-in ready condition with modern finishings and light laminate flooring throughout
- Active VvE with reserve fund and proper maintenance plan in place
Downsides
- No private parking available, only public parking on the street
- Monthly VvE contribution of €200 is relatively high
- Central heating boiler from 2014 may need replacement in coming years
- Portiekflat type typically means no elevator access to the second floor
- Building dates from 1991, which is older construction
Description
This spacious four-room apartment is located in the highly sought-after Postwijk residential area of Sassenheim. The property offers a generous living area of 90 square meters and has been meticulously maintained, making it immediately ready for new occupants to move in without any additional work required.
The apartment is situated in a well-maintained complex with a central closed entrance featuring an intercom system and mailboxes. Upon entering the building, residents have direct access to an external storage unit located right next to the main entrance. This practical storage space comes equipped with electricity, providing convenient additional space for bicycles, garden furniture, or other belongings.
Inside the apartment, the living room immediately impresses with its abundant natural light streaming through large windows. The generous proportions of the living area allow for a comfortable seating arrangement as well as a dining area, making it an ideal space for both daily family life and entertaining guests. The room has a modern and well-kept appearance thanks to the light laminate flooring that runs throughout the entire apartment.
From the living room, access is provided to the sunny balcony facing southeast. This outdoor space benefits from plenty of sunlight throughout the day and offers an unobstructed view, creating a pleasant spot to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening drink. The balcony measures 7 square meters, providing ample room for a small table with chairs and some potted plants.
The modern half-open kitchen is fully equipped with a comprehensive range of appliances. The kitchen features a five-burner gas stove, an extractor hood, a refrigerator, a freezer, a combination oven, a dishwasher, and a one-and-a-half sink. The kitchen also offers substantial cabinet space, ensuring that there is more than enough storage room for cookware, dishes, and food supplies. The half-open design creates a connection with the living area while still maintaining a degree of separation.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room that houses the connections for the washing machine and dryer. The central heating boiler, an AWB gas-fired combination boiler from 2014 which is owned by the property, is also located in this space. The utility room additionally contains the meter cupboard, keeping all technical installations neatly organized in one place.
The apartment boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms, all situated at the quiet rear side of the building. This positioning ensures minimal disturbance from street noise, contributing to a peaceful living environment. Two of the three bedrooms are fitted with built-in closets, providing valuable storage space for clothing and personal items. The bedrooms offer flexible use, whether as children's rooms, a home office, a guest room, or a hobby space, adapting easily to the needs of different household compositions.
The bathroom is fully tiled and equipped with a bathtub that includes a shower function, a vanity unit with a washbasin, and a heated towel radiator. A separate toilet room is located in the hallway and features a small hand basin for added convenience. This separation of toilet and bathroom is a practical layout that allows multiple household members to use the facilities simultaneously.
The entire apartment features a consistent light laminate floor that gives the space a clean and contemporary appearance. Double glazing throughout the property contributes to good insulation, while mechanical ventilation ensures proper air circulation in the home.
The Postwijk neighborhood is known as a popular and pleasant residential area. The location offers excellent accessibility to various amenities. The village center of Sassenheim with its shops and restaurants is within walking distance. Schools, sports clubs, and hospitality venues are also located nearby. For public transportation users, the NS train station is easily reachable, providing direct connections to surrounding cities.
The property is conveniently located near major roads leading to Leiden, The Hague, and Amsterdam, making it an ideal base for commuters. An additional attractive feature of the location is the proximity to the coast: within a 20-minute bike ride, residents can reach the beach of Noordwijk for a relaxing walk or a day by the sea.
The apartment building has an active homeowners association that is properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce. The association holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan in place, and has taken out building insurance. The monthly VvE contribution amounts to 200 euros, which covers the shared costs of maintaining the common areas and the building's exterior.
The property has an energy label B, indicating relatively good energy efficiency for a building from 1991. The combination of double glazing and a relatively modern central heating boiler from 2014 contributes to this favorable energy rating. Parking is available on the public road in the vicinity of the complex.
With a volume of 274 cubic meters and a living area of 90 square meters, this apartment offers a surprising amount of space for a property in this category. The flat roof construction is typical for apartment buildings of this period and has been maintained according to the VvE's maintenance plan.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'douchegelegenheid' (shower facility) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes a single bathroom and a separate toilet in the hall, with all three bedrooms at the rear, indicating no ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separate toilet' located in the hall.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing explicitly mentions a 'handdoekradiator' (heated towel rail) in the bathroom.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the description, which is typical for standard Dutch apartments.
Rain Shower
The shower is described simply as a standard shower facility over the bathtub, with no mention of a rain shower.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower; the shower is part of the bathtub.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment for sale, not a shared living arrangement.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment for sale, and the toilet is located in the private hallway.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a 'wastafelmeubel' (singular vanity unit), not double sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No heated floor is mentioned in the bathroom description, whereas other specific features like the heated towel rail are listed.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a sunny southeast-facing balcony of 7 m².
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor with no mention of a garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor with no mention of a garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the second floor with no mention of a garden.
Terrace
The listing specifies a balcony but does not mention a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment without a yard.
Patio
The listing mentions a balcony, not a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
The property is a 4-room apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
While close to the beach of Noordwijk (20 mins by bike), the apartment itself is not located on the waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
There is no garden associated with this apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned or expected for an apartment in a residential neighborhood.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are present in this apartment complex.
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 famously flat and there are no mountains in or near Sassenheim.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is in a residential neighborhood ('Postwijk') with a 'free view' (vrij uitzicht), not a city skyline view.
Remarkable Garden View
The view is described as 'free' (vrij uitzicht), overlooking the rear of the building, not a remarkable garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Although the sea is a 20-minute bike ride away, there is no sea view from this inland apartment.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour or harbour view mentioned or implied.
Remarkable Landmark View
No notable landmarks are visible from the apartment.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned anywhere in the listing or features.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states there is a CV-ketel (central heating boiler), AWB gas-fired combi-boiler from 2014, which is owned by the property.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features list.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifically mentions 'lichte laminaatvloer' (light laminate floor) throughout the property, not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Only laminate flooring is mentioned as the floor covering throughout the apartment.
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly stated: 'De gehele woning is afgewerkt met een nette, lichte laminaatvloer' (The entire property is finished with a neat, light laminate floor).
Carpeted Floors
Laminate flooring is specified throughout, with no mention of carpet.
Underfloor Heating
Only CV-ketel (central heating boiler) is mentioned for heating. No underfloor heating is indicated.
Walk In Closet
Built-in closets are mentioned in two bedrooms, but no walk-in closet is specifically described.
Home Office
The listing mentions the possibility of 'een comfortabele thuiswerkplek' (a comfortable home workspace) in one of the bedrooms, but this is a potential use rather than a dedicated home office.
Skylight
Only 'grote raampartijen' (large windows) in the living room are mentioned. No skylights are described.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams or ceiling features are mentioned in the listing.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the property description or features.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a 90m² apartment from 1991. No private indoor pool is mentioned or expected.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private indoor sauna is mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
Explicitly stated: 'Twee van de drie slaapkamers zijn uitgevoerd met vaste kasten' (Two of the three bedrooms have fixed/built-in closets).
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork or decorative ceiling/wall moldings are mentioned. The property is described as modern.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Light laminate flooring and light finishes are mentioned, but no specific Scandinavian design elements are described.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions 'modern afgewerkt' (modern finished), 'moderne halfopen keuken' (modern half-open kitchen), and 'moderne en verzorgde uitstraling' (modern and well-maintained appearance).
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed pipes, concrete walls, or metal fixtures are mentioned in the listing.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features like terracotta tiles, arched doorways, or warm color palettes are described.
Classic
Built in 1991 but described as modern throughout. No classic or traditional architectural elements are mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1991 and is a standard portiekflat, not a traditional or historic structure.
Early 20th Century
The building dates from 1991, which is late 20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1991, this is too late to be considered part of the post-war functional reconstruction period (1940s-1960s).
Modernist
While built in 1991, it is a standard functional apartment block rather than a distinct architectural modernist style building.
Newly Build
The listing specifies 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) and states the building year is 1991.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned as 'vaatwasser'.
Oven
Explicitly mentioned as part of the 'combi-oven'.
Microwave
Listed as 'combi-oven', which typically includes microwave functionality.
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned as 'koelkast'.
Freezer
Explicitly mentioned as 'vriezer'.
Kitchen Island
Not mentioned and not typical for this type of apartment.
Open Plan Kitchen
Described as 'halfopen keuken' (semi-open kitchen), not fully open plan.
Pantry
Mentions 'vele kastruimte' and a 'bijkeuken' (utility room), but no specific pantry is listed.
Stove
Explicitly mentioned as a '5-pits gasfornuis'.
Induction Stove
The stove is explicitly described as gas ('gasfornuis'), not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
Only a standard sink ('anderhalve spoelbak') is mentioned, no boiling water tap.
Downdraft Extractor
Listed as having a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment.
Design Kitchen
Described as a standard modern semi-open kitchen in a 1991 apartment without luxury brand mentions.
New Kitchen
Described as 'modern', but no specific renovation date for the kitchen is provided; the building is from 1991.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features explicitly state 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking).
Storage Room
The listing mentions an external storage room (berging) and a utility room (bijkeuken).
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage mentioned, hence no automatic door.
Double Garage
There is no garage mentioned, hence no double garage.
Attic
The apartment is on the 2nd floor of a 3-story building; no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the description or features.
Covered Parking
Only public (street) parking is mentioned.
Underground Parking
Only public (street) parking is mentioned.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned.
Shed
The listing describes a 'Vrijstaande stenen berging' (freestanding stone shed).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no mention of renting a parking spot.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no mention of purchasing a parking spot.
Rules
Owners Association
Listing explicitly states 'Actieve VvE, bijdrage € 200,- per maand' and includes a complete VvE checklist.
Leasehold
Listing states 'Volle eigendom' which means full ownership/freehold, not leasehold (erfpacht).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 200,00 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Other Rules
No specific additional rules or restrictions mentioned in the listing.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a 3-story portiekflat from 1991 with no mention of an elevator, which is standard for this type and age of building in the Netherlands.
Intercom
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bellentableau' (bell panel) at the central closed entrance, which functions as an intercom system.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system in the listing description or features.
Security Cameras
No mention of CCTV or security cameras at the entrance or in the complex.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states access is via a 'centrale, afgesloten entree' (central closed entrance), indicating it is shared.
Automatic Gate
The property is located in a regular residential neighborhood ('woonwijk') with public parking and no mention of gates.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific upgraded security hardware (such as SKG-rated locks or anti-drill cylinders) is mentioned for the doors or windows.
Gated Community
The description places it in a standard residential area ('woonwijk') with public parking, not a secured or gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 2nd floor of a 3-story building without an elevator, making it inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing mentions a dedicated 'opstelplaats' (setup space) for a washing machine in the utility room, implying connections are present.
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bijkeuken' (utility room) housing the washer, dryer, and boiler.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly states 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly states 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated under the 'Isolatie' (Insulation) section as 'Dubbel glas'.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies double glazing but does not mention triple glazing, which would usually be noted if installed.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly described as a gas-fired combi boiler (AWB, 2014), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery, which is highly uncommon for a 1991 apartment without solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) and an 'Energielabel B'.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.