Well-maintained 9-room townhouse with authentic features and garage in Bloemenbuurt

The property is located at Laan van Meerdervoort 863 in the Bloemenbuurt-West neighborhood of The Hague. This is a very well-maintained 9-room townhouse built around 1926, featuring 2 bathrooms, a laundry room, a cellar, and the retention of many authentic period elements. The asking price is €1,050,000 costs koper (buyer's costs).

The ground floor entrance features a canopy providing shelter and an original front door that sets the tone for the character found throughout the property. Upon entering, there is an original vestibule with marble paneling and flooring, creating an immediate impression of the property's historical significance and quality. A draft separation with double doors featuring rod division and a stained-glass upper window leads to the hallway, which has herringbone oak floorboards that continue into the main living area. There is a modern toilet with an original handbasin, blending contemporary functionality with period aesthetics. Access to the cellar provides additional storage space below the ground floor.

The main living space is a spacious en-suite room with a sliding partition featuring stained glass and 4 built-in cupboards, offering both flexibility and practical storage solutions. The room includes a black marble fireplace with a wooden hearth that serves as a focal point and a front bay window with stained-glass upper windows in the original pattern, allowing natural light to fill the space while maintaining the authentic character. The flooring is herringbone parquet with a border detail, and the ceilings are high originals that enhance the sense of space and grandeur. An open modern U-shaped kitchen with a black composite countertop is well-equipped with a fridge/freezer with 3 drawers, a combination microwave, an induction hob, a dishwasher, and a close-in boiler. The kitchen integration allows for a sociable living arrangement where cooking and entertaining can occur simultaneously.

French doors from the living area open to a spacious and sunny back garden measuring 46 square meters, which is 7.40 meters deep and 6.25 meters wide. The garden is west-facing, meaning it benefits from afternoon and evening sun, and is accessible via a rear path for convenience. The garden provides access to a large freestanding stone garage on Hyacinthweg, which is equipped with an electric roller door for ease of use, a water tap, and electricity. The garage can accommodate one car and adds significant practical value, particularly in a neighborhood where parking is subject to permits and paid parking arrangements.

The staircase to the first floor has oak treads that continue into oak floorboards throughout the entire floor, maintaining the quality and cohesion of the interior design. The first floor landing provides access to a toilet with an original handbasin and a modern bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower, a bathtub for those who prefer bathing, a vanity unit, and underfloor heating for comfort. There is a bright and spacious rear bedroom with a high original ceiling, a built-in wardrobe, and French doors to a balcony, offering a pleasant outdoor space directly from the bedroom. The front bedroom is equally spacious with a bay window featuring upper windows with stained glass in the same pattern as the ground floor, creating visual consistency throughout the property, and a wall of wardrobes providing ample storage. Additionally, there is a small front room adjacent to a small covered balcony, which could serve as a study, nursery, or dressing room.

The second floor features a landing with a large skylight that brings natural light into the upper level, a toilet, and a laundry room with floor tiles and a dormer window providing ventilation and light for practical laundry activities. The rear bedroom on this floor has a built-in wardrobe and a large dormer that adds usable space and headroom. An intermediate modern bathroom has a large skylight, a walk-in rain shower, and a vanity unit, serving the bedrooms on this floor conveniently. The front bedroom has a large dormer and a built-in wardrobe, and there is a front side room with a built-in wardrobe and dormer, offering flexibility in how the upper floor is configured.

In total, the property has 9 rooms including 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3 separate toilets distributed across 3 living levels plus a cellar. The living surface is approximately 200 square meters, with an additional 11 square meters of other indoor space, 7 square meters of building-related outdoor space including the balconies, and 16 square meters of external storage. The plot size is 180 square meters and the volume of the house is approximately 755 cubic meters.

The property is situated on perpetual leasehold land (eeuwigdurende erfpacht) where the ground rent (canon) has been fully paid off, which is a favorable arrangement for the buyer as there are no ongoing periodic payments for the land.

The energy label is C, which reflects the property's level of insulation and energy efficiency. The property has roof insulation and is heated by a Remeha Calenta gas-fired combination boiler from 2014, which is owned and should have several years of useful life remaining. Hot water is provided by the central heating system and an electric boiler, also owned. The front of the property has synthetic window frames with HR++ and HR+++ glazing, while the back has synthetic window frames with HR++ glazing, providing good thermal performance and reducing energy costs compared to the original single glazing that would have been present when the property was built.

The condition of the sanitary facilities is described as good to excellent, and the kitchen is reasonable to good, suggesting that the bathrooms may have been more recently updated than the kitchen. The interior condition is good to excellent, and the exterior condition is good. The property has many authentic features that contribute to its character including panel doors, the sliding separation between the en-suite rooms, stained glass elements in the windows and doors, and the marble fireplace. These features are valuable as they are difficult and expensive to replicate in a renovation.

Electricity is provided through 11 groups with 3 circuit breakers, 3 phases, and a main switch, indicating a reasonably modern electrical installation that should accommodate contemporary electrical demands. The sewage charges for 2026 are €195.40, which is a municipal charge for wastewater treatment.

A technical survey (bouwkundige keuring) has been conducted and is available for review, which provides potential buyers with an independent assessment of the property's structural condition. The NVM model deed is applicable, which is a standard contract used in Dutch property transactions. The buyer is free to choose a notary, though it must be located in the Haaglanden region. The lead/asbestos and age clauses will apply given the 1926 construction date, which is standard practice for older properties and protects both parties regarding potential issues related to the age of the building.

The Bloemenbuurt-West neighborhood offers excellent amenities for daily life. Shopping options include the Goudsbloemlaan, Fahrenheitstraat, Thomsonlaan, Frederik Hendriklaan, De Savornin Lohmanplein, and The Hague city center, providing a wide range of retail choices from local shops to larger stores. For recreation and leisure, the Bosjes van Pex park offers green space nearby, while the dunes, beach, sea, Kijkduin seaside resort, Scheveningen Harbour, restaurants, and museums are all within easy reach, offering diverse options for weekend activities and entertainment.

Public transport connections are strong with RandstadRail line 3, tram line 11, and bus 24 serving the area, making commuting and travel around the region convenient without the need for a car. Arterial roads are accessible via the Hubertus Tunnel and Westland Route for those who do drive. The property is also conveniently located near the European and/or International School of The Hague, which is particularly relevant for internationally mobile families, as well as various primary schools and sports facilities for families with children.

The cadastral information shows the property is located in The Hague, section AV, number 661, with a plot size of 1 are 80 centiare (180 square meters). The measurements are based on the NEN2580 standard, which aims to provide a uniform method of measuring for indicating the use surface, though it cannot completely eliminate differences in measurement results due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations in performing the measurement.

Parking in the area is a combination of paid parking and parking permits, which is typical for urban neighborhoods in Dutch cities. The presence of the garage on Hyacinthweg with rear access from the garden is therefore a particularly valuable feature, providing secure and convenient parking as well as additional storage space.

This property represents an opportunity to acquire a characterful townhouse in a well-connected and amenity-rich part of The Hague, combining period charm with modern conveniences including updated bathrooms, a modern kitchen, and practical additions such as the garage with rear access. The combination of authentic features, good condition, multiple bedrooms, and a desirable location makes this a property that would appeal to families, professionals working in The Hague or the broader Randstad area, or those seeking a home with character in a vibrant neighborhood.