Well-Maintained Starter Apartment in Central Geleen-Zuid
Key Features
Description
Welcome to this excellent and move-in ready apartment located on the second floor of a well-maintained building in the desirable Geleen-Zuid neighborhood. With a total living area of 60 square meters, this property offers comfortable living spaces ideal for starters, singles, or couples looking for a convenient central location with all amenities within easy reach.
Upon entering the building, you will find a communal entrance with staircase, mailboxes, intercom system, and your own storage space of approximately 7 square meters. The apartment itself is in excellent condition and truly ready for immediate occupancy, allowing you to move in without any renovation worries.
The layout of the apartment has been thoughtfully designed to maximize space and functionality. The entrance provides access to the different rooms of the apartment. The living room measures 5.68 by 3.57 meters and is situated at the rear of the apartment, benefiting from pleasant natural light. There is ample space for both a sitting area and a dining area, making it a comfortable space for relaxation and entertainment.
The closed kitchen, measuring 4.90 by 1.80 meters, is also located at the rear of the apartment and features a straight layout equipped with modern appliances including a cooktop, extractor hood, refrigerator with freezer compartment, and oven. The practical design ensures efficient use of space while providing all necessary amenities for daily cooking needs.
The bedroom measures 3.80 by 3.40 meters and is situated at the front of the apartment, offering access to the balcony. This room comfortably accommodates a double bed and additional wardrobe space. The bedroom's orientation ensures good natural light during morning hours.
The bathroom is practically designed and includes a shower, fixed washbasin, toilet, and connection for a washing machine, maximizing functionality within the available space. All necessary sanitary facilities are well-arranged within this room.
One of the highlights of this property is the balcony, measuring approximately 4.60 by 1.50 meters, accessible through the bedroom. Located at the front of the building, it offers a free view toward the future park area. The balcony is equipped with terrace heating, allowing for comfortable outdoor enjoyment even during cooler periods. The apartment benefits from light from both the rising and setting sun thanks to windows on both the front and back.
The property features several modern improvements including HR++ double glazing in synthetic frames, roof insulation with solar panels, and all rooms are equipped with modern ceiling lighting. These features contribute to the energy efficiency of the apartment, which holds an energy label of C.
The building was constructed in 1973 and has been well maintained throughout the years. The total volume of the apartment is approximately 184 cubic meters, creating a spacious feel despite the compact floor plan.
The location of this apartment is particularly favorable. Situated directly next to the Zuidhof shopping center, daily necessities are literally at your doorstep. The centers of both Oud-Geleen and Geleen are also within short distance, providing access to a wide range of shops, restaurants, and services. Supermarkets, sports facilities, schools, public transportation, and various daily amenities are all located in the immediate vicinity.
For nature lovers, the Danikerbos is within walking distance, offering excellent opportunities for walking and relaxation in green surroundings. This combination of urban convenience and natural proximity makes this location truly special.
Parking is available both in front of and behind the building at no additional cost. While there is no garage, the included storage space of approximately 7 square meters provides ample room for storage of bicycles, seasonal items, or other belongings.
The monthly service charges to the homeowners association (VvE) amount to €141.86, which covers maintenance of the garden, building insurance, cleaning, interior lighting, and contribution to a reserve fund. Additionally, the advance payment for heating and hot and cold water is €70.00 per month, bringing the total monthly costs to €211.86.
This apartment represents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a well-maintained, ready-to-move-in property in a central location with excellent amenities and transportation connections. The combination of practical layout, modern features, and prime location makes this an ideal starter home or comfortable residence for individuals or couples looking to enjoy convenient living in Geleen-Zuid.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'een douche' (a shower) in the bathroom description.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom. No mention of a bathtub (badkuip) anywhere in the listing.
En-Suite Bathroom
The listing describes the entrance providing access to different rooms, suggesting the bathroom is accessed from the hallway, not directly from the bedroom. The bedroom provides access to the balcony, not the bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The toilet is mentioned as being in the bathroom ('voorzien van een douche, vaste wastafel, toilet'). No separate guest toilet is mentioned.
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail anywhere in the listing.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet in the bathroom description. Only shower, sink, toilet and washing machine connection are listed.
Rain Shower
Only a standard 'douche' (shower) is mentioned. No specific mention of a rain shower head.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the bathroom description.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom. The shared areas only include the entrance, stairwell, mailboxes, and intercom.
Shared Toilet
The toilet is located within the private bathroom of the apartment, not shared with others.
His & Hers Sinks
Only 'vaste wastafel' (singular fixed sink) is mentioned in the bathroom.
Heated Bathroom Floor
No mention of floor heating in the bathroom. Only ceiling lighting ('moderne plafond verlichting') is specifically mentioned for the rooms.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly mentions a balcony (4.60mx1.50m) at the front, and references 'twee balkons' (two balconies).
Rear Garden
This is a 2nd floor apartment in a gallery flat. No rear garden is mentioned or applicable.
Front Garden
This is an apartment on an upper floor. No front garden is mentioned.
Side Garden
This is an apartment. No side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
Listing mentions 'terras verwarming' (terrace heating) on the balcony, but this likely refers to the balcony itself, not a separate terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of a rooftop terrace. The apartment is on the 2nd floor of a 3-story building.
Barbecue Area
No mention of a barbecue area in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is an apartment with no private yard mentioned.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house mentioned. This is a 60m² apartment with 1 bedroom.
Waterfront
No mention of waterfront or water features in the listing.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned. This is an apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
The listing mentions 'vrij uitzicht richting het toekomstige park' (free view towards future park), but no mountain views. The Netherlands is generally flat.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is in a residential area near shopping centers. Views are described as towards a future park, not a remarkable city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
View towards a future park is mentioned, which could provide some green views, but it's not described as a remarkable garden view.
Remarkable Sea View
Geleen is inland, no sea view possible or mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned. Geleen is inland.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark views mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned anywhere in the listing. AC is uncommon in Dutch apartments.
Central Heating
The listing mentions €70/month advance payment for 'verwarming, koud en warm water' (heating, cold and hot water), suggesting some form of central or district heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description of this apartment.
Underfloor Heating
Only terrace heating on the balcony is mentioned ('terras verwarming'), not underfloor heating inside the apartment.
Walk-In Closet
Not mentioned. Bedroom described as having space for a double bed and wardrobe, but no walk-in closet.
Home Office
Not mentioned. This is a 1-bedroom apartment with no dedicated office space described.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in this apartment on the 2nd floor of a building.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in this 1973 apartment building.
Bay Window
No bay windows are mentioned in the property description.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned. This is a 60m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned in this standard apartment.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements are mentioned in this typical Dutch apartment listing.
Modern
Listing mentions 'moderne plafond verlichting' (modern ceiling lighting) and describes the apartment as well-maintained, but overall it appears to be a standard apartment from 1973.
Industrial
No industrial features are described in this conventional apartment.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements are present or mentioned.
Classic
Building from 1973 but no specific classic features are described in the listing.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 1973 as a gallery flat (Galerijflat). This is not a traditional or historic building style - it's typical post-war functional apartment construction.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1973, which is not early 20th century.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1973 as a 'Galerijflat' (gallery flat apartment), which is typical of functional, mass-produced post-war housing in the Netherlands. The description emphasizes practical layout and functionality.
Modernist
While built in 1973, the style is more functional than modernist in the architectural sense. No distinctive modernist design elements are highlighted.
Newly Built
Explicitly listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) and built in 1973.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Not mentioned in the listing. The kitchen description lists cooktop, extractor hood, fridge/freezer, and oven, but no dishwasher is mentioned.
Oven
Explicitly mentioned in the kitchen description: 'uitgevoerd in een rechte opstelling met een kookplaat, afzuigkap, koel/vriezer, oven.'
Refrigerator
Mentioned as 'koel/vriezer' (fridge/freezer combo) in the kitchen description.
Freezer
Mentioned as part of 'koel/vriezer' (fridge/freezer combo) in the kitchen description.
Kitchen Island
Kitchen is described as 'gesloten keuken' (closed kitchen) with a 'rechte opstelling' (straight layout), no island mentioned.
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly described as 'gesloten keuken' which means closed/separate kitchen.
Stove
Mentioned as 'kookplaat' (cooktop/stove) in the kitchen description.
Built-in Coffee Maker
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned in the listing. No reference to a Quooker or similar device.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared arrangement.
Designer Kitchen
The kitchen appears to be a standard straight-layout kitchen with basic appliances. No designer brands or luxury finishes are mentioned.
New Kitchen
The apartment is described as 'uitstekend onderhouden en echt instapklaar' (excellently maintained and move-in ready), suggesting the kitchen is in good condition but not necessarily new. No mention of recent renovation.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions public parking available in front and behind the building.
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions 'eigen berging van ca. 7m2' (own storage room of approx. 7m2) on the ground floor.
Garage
Listing explicitly states 'Geen garage wel een berging' (No garage, but a storage room).
Automatic Garage Door
No garage present, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage present at all.
Covered Parking
Only open public parking is mentioned, no covered parking described.
Underground Parking
No underground parking mentioned; only public parking is listed.
Workshop
No mention of a workshop in the listing.
Shed
A storage room (berging) of approximately 7m² is mentioned on the ground floor.
Free Street Parking
Listing explicitly states 'Parkeren is voor en achter mogelijk zonder betaling' (Parking is possible in front and behind without payment).
Street Parking Permit
Parking is described as free ('zonder betaling'), so no permit system appears to be in place.
Parking Spot Rent (per month)
No parking spot rental is mentioned since parking is free public parking.
Parking Spot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale is mentioned; only free public parking is available.
Rules
Owners Association
VvE is explicitly mentioned with monthly fees of €141.86.
Leasehold
The kadastrale gegevens section states 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership), indicating freehold rather than leasehold.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Nee' (No Chamber of Commerce registration).
Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee' (No annual meeting).
Owners Association Fees
VvE fees are clearly stated as €142.00 per month in the checklist and €141.86 in the description.
Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee' (No reserve fund), though the description mentions reserve fund as part of service costs. The checklist is the formal answer.
Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee' (No maintenance plan).
Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering: Nee' (No building insurance), though the description mentions 'verzekering pand' as covered by VvE fees. The checklist is the formal answer.
Open Viewing
No open viewing days are mentioned. Only a phone number is provided to schedule a viewing with the agent.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Listing explicitly states 'Geen lift' (No elevator)
Intercom
Listing mentions 'intercominstallatie' (intercom installation) in the common entrance
Alarm System
No mention of any alarm system in the listing
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras anywhere in the listing
Private Entrance
Listing describes 'Gemeenschappelijke entree' (common/shared entrance) with stairwell, mailboxes
Automatic Gate
No mention of any automatic gate in the listing
Security Door & Window Hardware
Listing mentions 'Rolluiken' (roller shutters) which provide security for windows
Gated Community
No mention of gated community; public parking available freely
Wheelchair Accessible
Apartment is on 3rd floor with no elevator ('Geen lift'), making it very inaccessible for wheelchairs
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions a connection for a washing machine in the bathroom ('aansluiting voor de wasmachine'), but does not state that the appliance itself is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The bathroom description explicitly states there is a connection for a washing machine ('aansluiting voor de wasmachine').
Laundry Room
There is a separate storage space ('berging') mentioned, but the washing machine connection is located in the bathroom. There is no mention of a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or a connection for a dryer anywhere in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states 'Er is dakisolatie met zonnepanelen' (There is roof insulation with solar panels).
Double Glazing
The listing states 'Kunststof kozijnen met dubbel glas' (PVC frames with double glazing) and 'De beglazing is HR ++' (The glazing is HR ++).
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. The listing specifically mentions double glazing (HR++), which indicates triple glazing is not present.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'Er is dakisolatie met zonnepanelen' (There is roof insulation with solar panels).
Heat Pump
No mention of a heat pump in the listing. The listing mentions monthly heating costs of €70, suggesting a conventional heating system.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system anywhere in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions HR++ glazing (high-efficiency double glazing), energy label C, modern ceiling lighting in all rooms, and terrace heating on the balcony. PVC frames (Kunststof kozijnen) are also mentioned, which typically provide better insulation than wooden frames.