Bright 2-room apartment with sunny southwest-facing balcony and free parking
Key Features
Upsides
- The apartment benefits from a spacious southwest-facing balcony of approximately 4 square meters, providing sun throughout the afternoon and evening.
- Ample free public parking is available around the complex, which is a practical and valuable bonus, particularly for residents who own a vehicle.
- The monthly service costs of 242 euros are inclusive of heating, making the ongoing cost structure transparent and easier to budget for.
- The building is equipped with an elevator, ensuring convenient access to the third floor for all residents.
- The active VvE with a reserve fund, maintenance plan, and building insurance indicates sound management of the complex. The bedroom includes direct balcony access.
- The apartment offers good natural light levels due to large window areas in the living room.
Downsides
- The combination microwave included with the kitchen is listed as defective, which represents a minor functional shortcoming at the time of sale.
- The apartment has only one bedroom, which may limit suitability for couples wanting a separate workspace or for growing households.
- The energy label C is passable but not strong, suggesting that further energy efficiency improvements could be worthwhile in the future.
- The building was constructed in 1979, meaning it is approaching 45 years old, and while maintained through the VvE, some aspects may require gradual updating or renovation.
- The bathroom, while functional and fully tiled, is compact at approximately 5 square meters, offering limited space compared to larger modern apartments.
Description
This well-maintained 2-room apartment is situated on the third floor of a residential complex built in 1979, offering a comfortable living space of approximately 52 square meters. The property is accessed via a neatly presented communal entrance equipped with an intercom system, mailboxes, and an elevator, making everyday convenience a standard feature for residents of all ages.
Upon entering the apartment, you are greeted by a practical hallway that provides access to all principal rooms. The hallway also includes a useful storage closet housing the private boiler, which is an added benefit for hot water independence.
The living room spans approximately 19 square meters and is finished with a warm laminate floor and clean structured walls. One of the standout qualities of this room is its abundance of natural light, thanks to the large window areas that flood the space during the day. The open-plan layout flows naturally into the kitchen, creating a cohesive and inviting social environment ideal for everyday living and entertaining guests.
The open kitchen is arranged in a practical corner setup and comes equipped with a synthetic worktop and flush-mounted sink, a gas cooking hob, an extractor hood, a refrigerator, and a separate freezer. It is worth noting that the included combination microwave oven is currently defective and may require replacement or repair.
The apartment features a separate toilet with a small hand basin, contributing to the overall hygiene and convenience of the layout. The bathroom is fully tiled and measures approximately 5 square meters. It includes a shower enclosure, a vanity unit with a hand basin, and a connection point for a washing machine, making it a fully functional space for daily routines.
The bedroom is a generous size of approximately 11.5 square meters and is finished with laminate flooring and a built-in wardrobe. A particular highlight is the direct access from the bedroom to the sunny balcony. The balcony measures approximately 4 square meters and is oriented towards the southwest, meaning it receives plenty of afternoon and evening sunlight throughout the year, providing a pleasant outdoor spot for relaxation.
On the ground floor of the complex, the apartment is assigned a private storage unit equipped with electricity, suitable for storing belongings, sports equipment, or bicycles securely.
In terms of parking, the area surrounding the complex offers ample free public parking, which is a significant advantage in areas where parking can often be costly or difficult to find.
The monthly service costs for the apartment are set at 242 euros, which notably includes the cost of heating. This inclusive pricing offers transparency for prospective buyers in terms of their ongoing monthly expenses. The complex has an active homeowners association (VvE) registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce. The association holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, subscribes to a maintenance plan, and carries building insurance, all of which contribute to the long-term upkeep and value of the property.
The apartment holds an energy label C, indicating a reasonable energy performance for a property of this age and construction type. The property is sold on a freehold basis (volle eigendom) under the cadastre section ROOSENDAAL D 6909, and acceptance of ownership is to be agreed in consultation.
Additional features include a lift installation in the building, which ensures easy access to the third floor, and the fact that the complex is positioned with good access to local amenities. The galley flat configuration provides a straightforward, single-level layout without stairs inside the apartment itself.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description explicitly mentions 'de badkamer is voorzien van een douche' (the bathroom has a shower).
Bathtub
The bathroom description only mentions a 'douche' (shower) and 'wastafelmeubel' (washbasin cabinet). No bathtub is mentioned.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is accessed from the hal (hall), not directly from the bedroom. The description states 'bij binnenkomst kom je in de hal met toegang tot de woonkamer, badkamer en het separate toilet' - no direct bedroom access to bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The description explicitly states 'separate toilet met fonteintje' (separate toilet with small sink).
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the bathroom description.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet anywhere in the listing.
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower; only a single 'douche' is indicated.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment (galerijflat) with its own bathroom; no shared facilities indicated.
Shared Toilet
The listing describes a private apartment with a separate toilet within the apartment; no shared toilet facilities indicated.
His And Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafelmeubel' (single washbasin cabinet) is mentioned. No indication of double sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'zonnig balkon' (sunny balcony) of approximately 4 m² facing southwest, accessible from the bedroom, where you can enjoy afternoon and evening sun.
Rear Garden
No garden is mentioned in the listing. This is an apartment on the 3rd floor of a gallery flat building.
Front Garden
No garden is mentioned in the listing. This is an apartment on the 3rd floor of a gallery flat building.
Side Garden
No garden is mentioned in the listing. This is an apartment on the 3rd floor of a gallery flat building.
Terrace
Only a balcony is mentioned, not a terrace. The 4 m² outdoor space is referred to as a 'balkon' (balcony).
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
No yard is mentioned in the listing. This is an apartment building with no private yard space.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
This is an apartment in a residential complex; no guest house facility is mentioned or applicable.
Waterfront
No waterfront location is mentioned in the listing.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment building in Roosendaal; equestrian facilities are not applicable.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban apartment; no livestock facilities are applicable or mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned in the listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
No mountain views are mentioned in the listing. This is a standard urban apartment in Roosendaal.
Remarkable City View
No specific city view is mentioned. The listing describes the apartment as having a bright living room with large windows, but no notable city views are highlighted.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden view is mentioned as the apartment is on the 3rd floor and no garden areas are associated with the property.
Remarkable Sea View
Roosendaal is an inland city in the Netherlands; no sea views are mentioned or expected.
Remarkable Harbour View
Roosendaal is an inland city with no harbor; no harbor views are mentioned or applicable.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned in the listing. The building is described as a typical gallery flat from 1979 with no distinctive features mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned anywhere in the description or features list. The service costs cover heating but not cooling. Standard Dutch apartments from 1979 typically do not have AC unless specifically installed.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states that servicekosten (service costs) of €242 per month include 'de kosten voor verwarming' (heating costs), confirming central heating is present in the building and included in the monthly fee.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the apartment description, layout, or features. The apartment consists of hal, woonkamer, open keuken, slaapkamer, badkamer, and separate toilet - none of which reference a fireplace.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies 'laminaatvloer' for both the woonkamer and slaapkamer. No hardwood floors are mentioned anywhere in the description.
Tiled Floors
The bathroom is described as 'volledig betegelde badkamer' (fully tiled bathroom) approximately 5 m². This is the only explicitly tiled floor mentioned, though the bathroom clearly has tiles.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly mentions 'laminaatvloer' for both the woonkamer (approximately 19 m²) and slaapkamer (approximately 11.5 m²).
Carpeted Floors
No carpet is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Both main living areas specify 'laminaatvloer'. The bathroom is tiled.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned in the description or features. The service costs include heating, suggesting a standard radiator-based central heating system rather than underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions 'vaste kast' (fixed wardrobe) in the slaapkamer, but this is a standard built-in wardrobe, not a walk-in closet. No separate walk-in closet is described.
Home Office
No dedicated home office space is mentioned. The apartment has 2 rooms: a woonkamer (19 m²) and slaapkamer (11.5 m²). While the woonkamer could theoretically serve as a workspace, no home office is described or indicated as a feature.
Skylight
No skylight is mentioned in the listing. The apartment is described as having 'veel licht' (lots of light) due to large windows ('grote raampartij'), but no skylights are referenced in the layout or features.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the listing. The apartment is in a gallery-flat building from 1979, which typically has standard concrete construction without exposed structural elements.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned. The listing describes 'grote raampartij' (large window sections) for light, but not a bay window specifically.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned anywhere in the listing. This is a 52 m² apartment in a standard gallery-flat complex, with no mention of any pool facilities.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The bathroom contains only a shower, washbasin, and washing machine connection.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing mentions 'vaste kast' (fixed wardrobe) in the slaapkamer (bedroom), which qualifies as built-in wardrobes.
French Doors
No French doors are mentioned in the description. The apartment has access to a 'zonnig balkon' (sunny balcony) from the slaapkamer with 'directe toegang', but no French doors are specified.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork is mentioned. The woonkamer features 'nette structuurwanden' (neat textured walls), but this refers to standard wall texture, not ornamental or decorative plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 'gezellige' (cozy) apartment with laminaat flooring and practical finishes, but the build year 1979 and kunststof countertop suggest more standard/modern styling rather than true Scandinavian. The overall feel is practical and functional rather than the clean Nordic aesthetic typically associated with Scandinavian design.
Modern
The apartment features open kitchen, laminate flooring, structuurwanden, and practical layout typical of 1970s-80s Dutch modern style. However, the 'kunststof werkblad' and build year 1979 date it more as standard rather than contemporary modern.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned. The apartment has finishes typical of residential Dutch construction: laminaat flooring, kunststof countertop, gestucte walls - none of which suggest an industrial loft style.
Mediterranean
The apartment is located in Roosendaal, Netherlands. The description and finishes are typical of Dutch residential style, not Mediterranean. No terracotta, warm colors, or Mediterranean architectural elements are mentioned.
Classic
The apartment from 1979 has practical traditional Dutch finishes: laminaatvloer, separate toilet, simple open kitchen in hoekopstelling, 'nette' (neat) finishes. The description uses 'gezellige' and 'sfeervolle' which are terms often associated with classic/traditional residential style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1979, which is relatively modern. The description refers to a 'galerijflat' (gallery flat), a common Dutch apartment type, but does not describe any traditional or historic architectural elements.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1979, well after the early 20th century (1900-1940). This clearly does not apply.
Post War Functional
Built in 1979, this falls within the post-war period and represents typical post-war functional apartment construction. The 'galerijflat' (gallery flat) design is characteristic of this era's mass-produced, functional housing. The description of 'netjes' (neat) and functional features like elevator, boiler, and storage align with post-war functionalist design principles.
Modernist
While built in 1979, which is post-war, the listing describes a standard, functional apartment without any special modernist architectural features highlighted. The style appears to be standard utilitarian post-war housing rather than architecturally modernist.
Newly Build
The building was constructed in 1979, which is 45 years ago. This is clearly not a newly built property. The description mentions 'bestaande bouw' (existing construction).
Kitchen
Microwave
Listing explicitly states 'De aanwezige combimagnetron is defect' (the existing combination microwave is defective), indicating it is present but not functioning.
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned in the listing: 'koelkast' is listed among kitchen appliances.
Freezer
Explicitly mentioned in the listing: 'vriezer' is listed among kitchen appliances.
Kitchen Island
Kitchen is described as a 'praktische hoekopstelling' (practical corner layout), which typically does not include an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly states 'De open keuken in praktische hoekopstelling' (the open kitchen in practical corner layout).
Stove
Listing explicitly mentions 'gaskookplaat' (gas cooktop) in the kitchen description.
Induction Stove
The listing specifically mentions a gas cooktop ('gaskookplaat'), not an induction stove.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with a private kitchen. Not a shared living arrangement.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as basic with plastic countertop ('kunststof werkblad'), corner layout, and standard 1979-built appliances. No indication of designer or high-end kitchen.
New Kitchen
Building constructed in 1979 with basic kitchen appliances described. The combination microwave is even noted as defective. This suggests a dated kitchen that has not been recently renovated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing clearly states 'volop gratis parkeergelegenheid' (plenty of free parking) around the complex.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions 'eigen inpandige berging' (own indoor storage) in the apartment with a boiler, as well as a separate storage room on the ground floor with electricity (electricity mentioned).
Garage
The listing mentions 'Soort garage: Parkeerplaats' but this refers to a parking space, not an actual garage structure. The listing describes 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), not a garage.
Automatic Garage Door
No mention of an automatic garage door anywhere in the listing.
Double Garage
No garage structure is mentioned in the listing.
Attic
No mention of an attic space.
Cellar
While there is a storage room on the ground floor, it is specifically described as a 'bergling' (storage room), not a cellar (kelder).
Bike Storage
The listing mentions the ground floor storage room is ideal for 'het stallen van fietsen' (storing bicycles).
Covered Parking
The parking is described as 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), which is street-level, not covered.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking in the listing.
Workshop
No mention of a workshop space in the listing.
Shed
While a 'bergling' (storage room) exists, this is an indoor storage room, not an outdoor shed. However, in Dutch real estate context, 'bergling' can serve similar purposes.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'volop gratis parkeergelegenheid' around the complex.
Street Parking Permit
The parking is explicitly described as free ('gratis'), with no mention of permits being required.
Rules
Owners Association
The VvE checklist clearly shows registration with KvK, annual meetings, periodic contributions, reserve fund, maintenance plan, and buildings insurance - all confirming an active owners association.
Leasehold
The property is listed as 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership), indicating freehold status rather than leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Listed as 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes)
Oa Annual Meeting
Listed as 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes)
Oa Fees
Listed as 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja' (Periodic contribution: Yes). Service costs are €242 per month including heating costs.
Oa Reserve Fund
Listed as 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes)
Oa Maintenance Plan
Listed as 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes)
Oa Buildings Insurance
Listed as 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes)
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'liftinstallatie' (elevator installation) in the building's central entrance, allowing access to the 3rd floor apartment.
Intercom
The listing mentions 'bellentableau' (intercom/doorbell panel) in the building's central entrance.
Private Entrance
This is an apartment in a shared building complex accessed through a communal entrance. Not a private entrance property.
Gated Community
The listing explicitly states 'openbaar parkeren' (public parking), indicating the area is not gated. No mention of any security gate or fenced perimeter.
Wheelchair Accessible
The presence of an elevator (lift) provides accessibility to the 3rd floor. However, no specific mention of wheelchair-friendly features such as widened doors or adapted bathrooms. The apartment is on the 3rd floor but accessible via elevator, suggesting some level of accessibility.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing only mentions 'aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (connection for washing machine), indicating plumbing is present but the appliance itself is not included. The word 'aansluiting' refers to the connection point, not the appliance.
Washing Machine Connections
Explicitly stated in the description: 'de badkamer...is voorzien van...een aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (the bathroom is equipped with a connection for the washing machine).
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is mentioned. The storage room on the ground floor is for general storage and bicycle parking, not laundry purposes.
Dryer
No mention of a dryer anywhere in the listing. Only the washing machine connection is specified.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned in the description or features list.
Water Softener
No mention of a water softener. This is not typically included in standard apartment listings unless specifically highlighted as a feature.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing does not mention solar panels anywhere.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing in the listing.
Heat Pump
The listing mentions heating costs are included in service charges and there is a 'eigen boiler' (own boiler). No mention of a heat pump system.
Home Battery
No mention of home battery storage in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The apartment has energy label C, which is relatively modest. The listing mentions the building is from 1979. Heating costs are included in service charges (central heating). No other specific energy efficiency measures such as LED lighting, smart thermostats, or insulation improvements are mentioned.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.