Bright Corner Maisonnette with Panoramic Rotterdam Skyline Views
Key Features
Upsides
- The corner location on the eighth and ninth floors provides exceptional natural light throughout the day and panoramic views over the Rotterdam skyline, the Hefbrug, the Spoorweghaven, and De Kuip.
- The property includes a private parking space in a secured garage, which is a significant advantage in a central urban location where parking can be difficult and expensive.
- With an energy label A+, full insulation, and city heating, the apartment offers low energy costs and a comfortable indoor climate.
- The apartment is situated on freehold land (eigen grond), eliminating the ongoing costs and uncertainties associated with ground lease (erfpacht).
- The Kop van Zuid location combines proximity to the city center with excellent public transportation connections and a wide range of dining, cultural, and shopping options within walking distance.
Downsides
- The property only has French balconons, which are small and not suitable for placing outdoor furniture or creating an actual outdoor seating area.
- The monthly VvE contribution of 276 euros is relatively high for an apartment of this size.
- The purchase agreement will include a non-self-occupancy clause, which may affect financing options or resale value, as the current seller has never lived in the property.
- Living on the eighth and ninth floors means reliance on the elevator, and the maisonette layout requires climbing stairs between the two levels within the apartment.
- The parking space is a mandatory purchase, which may be a disadvantage for buyers who do not own a car or prefer not to pay for parking.
Description
This spacious corner maisonette is situated on the eighth and ninth floors of the residential complex named De Compagnie, located in the Kop van Zuid district of Rotterdam. The property offers a combined living space of approximately 122 square meters, distributed across two levels, providing a distinct separation between the living areas and the sleeping quarters. The apartment is offered at an asking price of 585,000 euros, which includes a parking space in the enclosed garage on the ground floor.
The living area is located on the eighth floor and is characterized by an abundance of natural light that enters through the large windows extending down to the floor level. The corner positioning of the apartment allows for windows on multiple sides, contributing to the bright atmosphere throughout the day. Three French balconies provide a connection to the outdoors, though they are not full-depth balconies suitable for placing furniture. The open-plan living room and kitchen together measure approximately 79 square meters, offering ample space for both a generous seating area and a dining configuration.
The kitchen features a central island with a bar seating area, finished with a black granite countertop that gives the space a modern appearance. The kitchen is equipped with Siemens built-in appliances, including a four-burner induction cooktop, an extractor hood, a combination microwave oven, and a dishwasher. Additionally, there is a Smeg refrigerator with a freezer compartment. The kitchen also offers considerable cabinet space for storage. Adjacent to the kitchen, there is an internal storage room that houses the washing machine connection.
The ninth floor contains the two bedrooms and the bathroom. The first bedroom measures approximately 13 square meters, while the second bedroom is approximately 9 square meters. Both bedrooms offer views of the water and the Rotterdam skyline. The bathroom spans approximately 6 square meters and is fitted with a bathtub that also functions as a shower, a separate walk-in shower with a glass door, a vanity unit with a countertop sink, and a designer radiator. Both floors are finished with laminate flooring.
The property includes an external storage unit of approximately 7 square meters located in the basement of the complex, suitable for storing bicycles or additional belongings. The parking space, measuring approximately 12 square meters, is situated in a closed garage on the ground floor and is a mandatory purchase included in the asking price.
Built in 2005, the apartment has an energy label A+, indicating a high level of energy efficiency. The building features full insulation, and heating and hot water are provided through the city heating system (stadsverwarming). The property is located on freehold land (eigen grond), meaning there is no ground lease to consider. The monthly VvE contribution for both the apartment and the parking space is approximately 276 euros as of 2026. The VvE is properly organized with registration at the Chamber of Commerce, annual meetings, periodic contributions, a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and building insurance in place.
The Kop van Zuid neighborhood has undergone significant transformation from its historical origins as a harbor workers' area to become one of Rotterdam's most desirable residential locations. The area offers a combination of urban living with a sense of tranquility, helped by the open views over the water. Daily grocery shopping can be done at the Entrepotgebouw or the Vuurplaat. The Wilhelminapier provides various cultural and dining options. The city center is within walking distance. Future developments in the area include a city beach at the Rijnhaven and the Nelson Mandela Park.
Public transportation options are extensive. Metro station Wilhelminaplein, served by metro lines D and E, is within close reach. Tram and bus lines stop in the immediate vicinity, and Rotterdam Zuid station offers train connections. For those traveling by car, the location provides good access to the A16 and A15 highways.
The surrounding area offers a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues. Breakfast or lunch options include Casa Dawn and City Lunch. Dinner restaurants in the area include By Ami and Loetje Rotterdam. Restobar VISTA offers drinks with a view, and the Entrepothaven has various terraces and establishments. Cultural venues within walking distance include the Nieuwe Luxor Theater, Hotel New York, and LantarenVenster. Pathé De Kuip cinema is also nearby, as is the Katendrecht district.
It should be noted that the purchase agreement will include a non-self-occupancy clause, as the seller has never resided in the property. This is a standard clause when the seller is an investor rather than an owner-occupier. The delivery date is negotiable but can be arranged quickly. All measurements and surface areas mentioned are indicative and based on the NEN2580 measurement instruction, which aims to provide a more uniform method of measuring but may still result in minor differences due to interpretation or rounding.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche met glazen deur' (walk-in shower with glass door).
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ligbad met douchefunctie' (bathtub with shower function).
Guest Toilet
The layout mentions a separate 'toiletruimte' (toilet room) on the 9th floor near the entrance, distinct from the main bathroom.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description or features list.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower in the description.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment listing, not a shared living situation.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment listing with its own dedicated toilet facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a 'wastafelmeubel met opbouwkom' (singular vanity with sink), indicating there is only one sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions 'Franse balkons aan drie zijdes' (French balconies on three sides).
Rear Garden
This is an 8th and 9th-floor apartment, so it does not have a rear garden.
Front Garden
This is an 8th and 9th-floor apartment, so it does not have a front garden.
Side Garden
This is an 8th and 9th-floor apartment, so it does not have a side garden.
Terrace
The listing mentions French balconies but does not mention a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
There is no mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned. Given it's an apartment with only French balconies, it is highly unlikely.
Fenced Yard
As an apartment on the 8th and 9th floor, there is no fenced yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the description or features.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the description or features.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
The features list states 'Aan vaarwater, aan water' (On navigable water, on water) and the description mentions a view of the water.
Kitchen Garden
This is a high-rise apartment without a garden.
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 property is located in Rotterdam, which is entirely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing extensively highlights the view over the Rotterdam skyline, creating a 'penthouse feeling'.
Remarkable Garden View
The views described are of the city, water, and landmarks, not gardens.
Remarkable Sea View
Rotterdam has harbours and rivers, but this location does not offer a sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The listing explicitly mentions views of the Spoorweghaven and the Rijnhaven is in the direct vicinity.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing specifically names landmarks: Wilhelmina pier, the Hefbrug, and De Kuip.
Interior Comfort
Central Heating
The listing specifies 'stadsverwarming' (district heating), which is a form of central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features list.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly states the floors are 'nette laminaatvloer' (neat laminate flooring), not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
The listing specifically mentions laminate floors for the living areas, though the bathroom likely has tiles, it is not a primary flooring feature of the home.
Laminate Flooring
The text explicitly states 'Beide woonlagen zijn voorzien van een nette laminaatvloer' (Both living floors are provided with a neat laminate floor).
Carpeted Floors
Laminate flooring is explicitly mentioned, indicating there are no carpeted floors.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned; the property uses district heating (stadsverwarming), typically delivered via standard radiators in such buildings.
Walk In Closet
There is no mention of a walk-in closet in the bedroom descriptions.
Home Office
The layout mentions a living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms, with no dedicated home office space mentioned.
Skylight
The listing mentions large windows and French balconies, but no skylights.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams; the aesthetic is described as modern.
Bay Window
The property has 'vele raampartijen tot aan de grond' (many window sections down to the floor) but no specific bay window is mentioned.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment; a private indoor pool would not be present.
Private Indoor Sauna
This is a standard apartment; a private indoor sauna would not be present.
French Doors
The listing mentions 'Franse balkons aan drie zijdes' (French balconies on three sides), which inherently require French doors to access them.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The building is from 2005 with a modern aesthetic; ornamental plasterwork is absent.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment is described as very light, but lacks specific Scandinavian design elements like specific wood types or minimalist mid-century furniture.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions a 'moderne uitstraling' (modern appearance) due to the black granite countertop, kitchen island, and modern appliances (Siemens, Smeg). Built in 2005.
Industrial
While the neighborhood (Kop van Zuid) has an industrial harbor past, the apartment itself is described with modern finishes rather than industrial ones.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements, colors, or materials are described.
Classic
The property is relatively new (2005) and features a contemporary layout and kitchen, with no mention of classic or period details.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2005 and is described as having a modern appearance.
Early 20th Century
The building was built in 2005, long after the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 2005, this does not fit the post-war functional building style.
Modernist
Built in 2005 with a modern kitchen, black granite countertop, and described as having a 'moderne uitstraling' (modern appearance).
Newly Build
The building is from 2005 and listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction), making it almost 20 years old.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen appliances.
Oven
The listing mentions a 'combi magnetron' (combination microwave/oven), which includes oven functionality.
Microwave
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combi magnetron' (combination microwave).
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions a 'SMEG koelkast' (refrigerator).
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'SMEG koelkast met vriesvak' (refrigerator with freezer compartment).
Kitchen Island
The listing explicitly describes a 'kookeiland met bar' (kitchen island with bar).
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing states 'Woonkamer met open woonkeuken' (living room with open living kitchen).
Pantry
There is an 'inpandige berging' (built-in storage) next to the kitchen, but no specific mention of a pantry (forzetkast/berging voor voedsel).
Stove
The listing mentions a '4-pits inductiekookplaat' (4-burner induction cooktop), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly specifies a '4-pits inductiekookplaat' (induction cooktop).
Build In Coffee Maker
No built-in coffee maker is mentioned in the list of kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap (such as a Quooker) in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions a standard 'afzuigkap' (extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private maisonette apartment, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as having a 'moderne uitstraling' (modern appearance) with a black granite countertop, a kitchen island, and a branded SMEG refrigerator, indicating a well-designed kitchen.
New Kitchen
The building was constructed in 2005, making the kitchen nearly 20 years old.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states that a parking space is sold with the property and included in the asking price.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions an internal storage room and a private external storage room in the basement (7 m²).
Garage
The property includes a parking space in a closed parking garage ('afgesloten parkeergarage'), but not a private standalone enclosed garage.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no private garage present.
Double Garage
There is no private garage present.
Attic
The property is a maisonette on the 8th and 9th floors with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
The apartment itself does not have a cellar; it has a separate storage room in the basement of the complex.
Bike Storage
The external storage room in the basement is explicitly suggested as a place to store a bicycle.
Covered Parking
The parking space is located inside a closed parking garage ('afgesloten parkeergarage').
Underground Parking
The listing specifies that the parking space is on the ground floor ('begane grond'), not underground.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned or implied in the listing.
Shed
The property is an apartment and does not have a shed (it has a storage room in the basement instead).
Street Parking Free
The features list explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) for the area.
Street Parking Permit
The features list includes 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) under parking facilities.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking spot is owned and included in the purchase, not rented.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking spot is included in the total asking price of €585,000 with no separate sale price listed.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a VvE contribution of €276 per month.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Eigen grond' (freehold).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 276,00 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Other Rules
A non-self-occupation clause will be included because the seller never lived there, and the parking space is a mandatory purchase.
Open Viewing
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Listed under 'Voorzieningen' (Amenities) as having a lift.
Private Entrance
It is a maisonnette on the 8th and 9th floor of a complex, so it does not have a street-level private entrance.
Gated Community
The building has a closed parking garage, but it is not described as a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment has an elevator, but it is a maisonnette spanning two floors (8th and 9th) connected by internal stairs, making it inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions a washing machine connection but does not state that a washing machine is included in the sale.
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly mentions 'de aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (washing machine connection) in the storage room.
Laundry Room
There is a practical storage room (berging) with a washing machine connection, but it is described as a storage room rather than a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
A dryer is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
No smart home features or systems are mentioned in the listing.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
A water softener is not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. This is an 8th/9th floor apartment from 2005, and solar panels would typically be mentioned if present, especially with an A+ energy label.
Double Glazing
The listing mentions 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and has an A+ energy label for a 2005 building. Double glazing would be standard for this specification, though not explicitly stated.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and the A+ energy label for a 2005 building confirms proper wall insulation.
Floor Insulation
The 'Volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) designation and A+ energy label indicate floor insulation is present in this 2005 apartment.
Roof Insulation
The listing states full insulation and mentions a flat roof with bituminous covering. The A+ energy label confirms adequate roof insulation.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states 'stadsverwarming' (district heating) for both heating and hot water, which is a different system from a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system, which would be extremely unusual for a 2005 apartment. Such a feature would definitely be highlighted if present.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Location
History
No history available for this listing.