Panoramic high-rise living on the 23rd floor with stunning city and sea views
Key Features
Upsides
- Exceptional 23rd floor elevation provides sweeping panoramic views across The Hague extending to the North Sea, creating a visually stunning living environment.
- Modern construction from 2011 with Energy Label A rating ensures excellent energy performance and low ongoing utility costs, complemented by full floor heating and cooling systems.
- Perpetual leasehold bought off eliminates ground rent concerns and associated future cost increases, providing financial certainty for the owner.
- Central location on Lage Zand within walking distance of Central Station offers exceptional convenience for commuters and those who value urban amenities.
- Spacious layout of 119 square meters with three bedrooms, luxury bathroom featuring both bathtub and walk-in shower, plus practical utility room provides comfortable family accommodation.
Downsides
- The non-owner-occupancy clause applies, which may prevent owner-occupancy by the buyer if they intend to live in the property themselves, limiting the buyer pool and potentially affecting mortgage options.
- Monthly VvE service charges of 264 euros represent an ongoing cost that must be budgeted for, in addition to the purchase price and any mortgage repayments.
- Living on the 23rd floor means complete dependency on elevators for access to the street, which could become problematic during elevator maintenance or outages.
- The apartment is described as unfurnished, meaning the property is delivered without kitchen appliances aside from those that are built-in, requiring additional investment for complete furnishing.
- The laminate flooring throughout may be considered less premium than alternatives such as parquet or natural stone, and may not appeal to buyers seeking a more luxurious finish.
Description
This exceptional 4-room apartment is situated on the 23rd floor of a modern, energy-efficient apartment complex in the heart of The Hague. With a living area of approximately 119 square meters, the property offers spacious and bright accommodation finished to a high standard throughout.
The apartment was built in 2011 and carries an Energy Label A rating, reflecting its excellent energy performance. The property benefits from a perpetual leasehold arrangement that has been bought off, meaning there are no ongoing ground rent payments to consider.
Upon entering the apartment, the hall provides access to all principal rooms. A wardrobe niche offers practical storage, while a fixed cupboard houses the district heating unit and utility meters. The layout has been designed to maximize natural light and create an open, inviting atmosphere throughout.
The generous living room serves as the heart of the home. Floor-to-ceiling windows dominate the space, flooding the room with daylight and offering spectacular panoramic views across the Hague skyline towards the North Sea. The views evolve throughout the day, from vibrant urban scenes during daytime hours to stunning sunsets and glittering city lights in the evening. The open-plan kitchen adjoins the living area and is fitted with cabinetry on both sides, providing ample storage and workspace. Built-in appliances include a dishwasher, electric cooking hob, extractor hood, refrigerator, and oven. A utility room adjacent to the kitchen houses connections for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with the heat recovery ventilation unit and additional storage capacity.
The apartment accommodates three bedrooms, two of which feature characteristic bay windows and French balconies that allow residents to enjoy the spectacular views from the comfort of their own rooms. All bedrooms receive abundant natural light and benefit from the same impressive vistas.
The bathroom is generously proportioned and fitted with a bathtub, walk-in shower, and double washbasin. A separate toilet with washbasin provides additional convenience for residents and guests.
Flooring throughout the apartment consists of laminate, chosen for its durability and ease of maintenance. Both floor heating and floor cooling are installed throughout the property, controlled via the district heating system. This integrated climate control ensures comfortable temperatures year-round, while the heat recovery ventilation system maintains good air quality without unnecessary heat loss.
The building features a secured central entrance with elevator access, providing convenient travel to and from the 23rd floor. The active homeowners association (VvE) manages the maintenance of common areas and building systems, with monthly service charges of approximately 264 euros covering these responsibilities.
The location places residents within immediate reach of The Hague city centre. The property sits on Lage Zand, within walking distance of Central Station, making it ideal for commuters and those who appreciate urban convenience. Shops, restaurants, theatres, and cafés are all located nearby, while excellent public transport connections serve the wider region. Motorway access to the A4, A12, and A13 is straightforward, providing connections to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht.
It should be noted that the non-owner-occupancy clause applies to this property, which may affect eligibility for certain buyers seeking to use the property as their primary residence.
The asking price for this property is 740,000 euros (excluding transfer taxes).
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom description.
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom description.
Ensuite Bathroom
The listing mentions 3 bedrooms and 1 shared bathroom. There is no mention of any bathroom being directly connected/ensuite to any bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet), indicating a dedicated guest toilet separate from the main bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
There is no mention of a heated towel rail anywhere in the listing description or features.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description or features.
Rain Shower
The listing mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) but does not specifically mention a rain shower head feature.
Double Shower
The listing mentions a single 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) with no indication of double shower facilities.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom facilities. There is no mention of shared shower facilities.
Shared Toilet
The apartment has its own separate toilet as indicated by '1 apart toilet'. No shared toilet facilities are mentioned.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'dubbele wastafel' (double washbasin) in the bathroom. A double washbasin typically implies two sinks, which often corresponds to his and hers sinks, though not explicitly stated as such.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing states the entire apartment has 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating), which would include the bathroom. However, it is not specifically highlighted as a bathroom feature.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions 'Frans balkon' (French balcony) present in two of the bedrooms.
Rear Garden
This is a 23rd floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Front Garden
This is a 23rd floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Side Garden
This is a 23rd floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Terrace
No terrace is mentioned. Only French balconies are listed.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is a 23rd floor apartment; fenced yards are not applicable.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
While the apartment has views to the sea, it is located in the city centre at Lage Zand, not directly on the waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
This is a 23rd floor apartment; kitchen gardens are not applicable.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Hague is located in the Netherlands, which is extremely flat with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing extensively describes 'panoramic views over The Hague skyline', 'breathtaking panoramic views', and 'spectacular panoramic views over The Hague' from the 23rd floor with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden view is mentioned; the views are of the city skyline and sea.
Remarkable Sea View
The listing mentions views 'all the way to the sea' and 'till the sea', indicating the sea is visible in the distance but it is not the primary view.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark is mentioned; the view is described as the general city skyline.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Underfloor cooling is present throughout the apartment as explicitly stated under both 'Verwarming' (heating) and in the description. However, no traditional AC unit is mentioned.
Central Heating
Explicitly stated: 'Verwarming via stadsverwarming' and 'gehele vloerverwarming'. District heating system is clearly present.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the listing or features list. The listing focuses on modern district heating and underfloor systems.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly states 'laminaatvloer' (laminate flooring) throughout. No hardwood floors mentioned.
Tiled Floors
No tiled floors mentioned. The entire apartment is specified to have laminate flooring.
Laminate Flooring
Explicitly mentioned multiple times: 'De gehele woning is voorzien van een laminaatvloer' and confirmed in features as 'Gestoffeerd' with laminate flooring.
Carpeted Floors
No carpet mentioned. The listing specifies laminate flooring throughout.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly stated: 'comfortabele vloerverwarming en vloerkoeling' throughout, confirmed in features as 'gehele vloerverwarming'.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned. The bathroom has a bathtub, walk-in shower, and double washbasin but no specific walk-in closet mentioned.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned. Being on the 23rd floor with floor-to-ceiling windows provides abundant light but no skylight is specified.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. The listing describes modern construction with high-quality finishes, not industrial or rustic elements.
Bay Window
Explicitly mentioned: 'twee zijn voorzien van een karakteristieke erker' (two bedrooms feature characteristic bay windows/erkers). Confirmed in features as 'erker'.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned anywhere in the listing. This is a residential apartment in a high-rise building with no mention of any pool facilities.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned anywhere in the listing. This is a standard residential apartment with no spa amenities mentioned.
French Doors
The listing mentions 'Frans balkon' (French balcony) for two bedrooms, but no French doors are explicitly mentioned. The access appears to be through regular doors to the French balconies.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. The listing describes modern, clean finishes without any decorative plasterwork details.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Modern, clean lines with energy-efficient design and neutral laminate flooring suggest a Scandinavian aesthetic, though not explicitly styled as such.
Modern
Explicitly described as a modern and energy-efficient complex with floor-to-ceiling windows, luxury finishes, and contemporary district heating/cooling systems.
Industrial
Modern apartment complex could have industrial elements but nothing explicitly mentioned in the description or features list.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned in the listing.
Classic
While the building is from 2011 and described as modern, there are no explicit classic/traditional architectural elements mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 2011 and described as 'modern and energy-efficient'; not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2011, not an early 20th century style building.
Post War Functional
Built in 2011, this is a modern apartment complex, not post-war functional housing.
Modernist
Described as 'modern and energy-efficient', built in 2011, with floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary design elements.
Newly Build
Built in 2011, which is over 13 years ago. The listing classifies it as 'bestaande bouw' (existing construction), not new build.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned in the listing as included appliance: 'vaatwasser'
Oven
Explicitly mentioned in the listing as included appliance: 'oven'
Microwave
Not mentioned anywhere in the description
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned in the listing as included appliance: 'koelkast'
Freezer
Only refrigerator is mentioned; freezer not listed as included appliance
Kitchen Island
Kitchen described as having units on both sides ('keukenblok aan weerszijden'), no island mentioned
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly described as 'woonruimte met open keuken' and 'open kitchen'
Pantry
Has 'bijkeuken' (utility room) mentioned, but not a classic pantry; utility room has storage
Stove
Electric cooktop ('elektrische kookplaat') explicitly mentioned
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned among the appliances included
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned anywhere; typical feature would be specified if present
Shared Kitchen
This is a private residential apartment, not a shared living arrangement
Design Kitchen
Kitchen described as modern and high-quality with floor-to-ceiling windows, but not specifically labeled as 'design kitchen'; units on both sides suggests functional rather than designer layout
New Kitchen
Building from 2011 means kitchen is approximately 13 years old; not considered new by real estate standards
Parking & Storage
Parking
No parking facilities are mentioned anywhere in the listing. This is a 23rd floor apartment in a city center high-rise building with no mention of any parking options.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a practical utility room (bijkeuken) with additional storage space, which serves as storage. Additionally, there is a fixed closet in the hall. While not labeled as a traditional 'storage room', the utility room provides storage functionality typical for Dutch apartments.
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the description or features list. This is a high-rise apartment building in the city center.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists.
Attic
This is a 23rd floor apartment in a modern high-rise building. Attics are not applicable in such buildings, and none are mentioned.
Cellar
No private cellar is mentioned in the listing. While the listing mentions storage in the utility room, no separate cellar/storage unit is indicated.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop space is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned. This is an apartment with no outdoor space except for French balconies.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No parking spot is mentioned, so no rental price can be determined.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is mentioned, so no sale price can be determined.
Rules
Short Term Rentals Allowed
The non-self-occupancy clause (niet-zelfbewoningsclausule) is explicitly mentioned as applicable, which typically restricts renting out the property to short-term rentals. No explicit permission for short-term rentals is stated.
Long Term Rentals Allowed
The non-self-occupancy clause typically requires the owner to occupy the property themselves, which would restrict long-term rentals as well. No explicit permission for rentals is stated.
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'Actieve VvE' (Active Owners Association) with a monthly contribution of €264. Multiple VvE-related features are documented.
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Erfpacht eeuwigdurend afgekocht' (leasehold bought off in perpetuity), confirming the property is on leasehold with the annual canon permanently paid off.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The listing explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes) under the VvE checklist section.
Oa Annual Meeting
The listing explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes) under the VvE checklist section.
Oa Fees
The listing explicitly states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€264,00 per maand)' (Periodic contribution: Yes, €264 per month) and also mentions 'Bijdrage appartement €264 per maand' in the description.
Oa Reserve Fund
The listing explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes) under the VvE checklist section.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The listing explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes) under the VvE checklist section.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The listing explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes) under the VvE checklist section.
Other Rules
The non-self-occupancy clause (niet-zelfbewoningsclausule) is explicitly mentioned as applicable, which is a significant restriction requiring the buyer to occupy the property themselves. No other specific rules are detailed.
Open Viewing
No specific open viewing dates or times are provided in the listing. The listing states 'This presentation is intended as an invitation to schedule a viewing', indicating viewings are by appointment only, not open public viewings.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The description explicitly states access to the 23rd floor is via a central entrance with elevators.
Private Entrance
The property is accessed via a central entrance and a shared corridor, indicating it does not have a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property is a city center apartment with no mention of grounds or gates.
Gated Community
It is an apartment building in the city center, not described as a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has an elevator and flat laminate flooring, but there is no mention of adapted bathrooms, widened doors, or step-free balcony access.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly states 'aansluitingen voor wasmachine en droger' in the utility room.
Laundry Room
The description explicitly mentions a 'praktische bijkeuken' (practical utility room) housing the laundry connections and heat recovery system.
Ventilation System
The listing mentions 'Balansventilatie' (balanced ventilation) in the features and a 'Warmteterugwininstallatie' (heat recovery ventilation system) in the description.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing features or description.
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Dubbel glas' (double glazing) under the Isolation features.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions double glazing, but does not mention triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The listing states 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated), which typically includes wall insulation, but does not specify walls explicitly.
Floor Insulation
The listing states 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated) and has underfloor heating/cooling, implying floor insulation, though not explicitly detailed.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies district heating ('stadsverwarming') and a heat recovery system, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of any home battery or energy storage system.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features a heat recovery ventilation system (warmteterugwininstallatie), balanced ventilation, district heating, and underfloor heating and cooling throughout the apartment.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.