Spacious Top-Floor Apartment with Sunny South-Facing Balcony in The Hague
Key Features
Description
This well-maintained and surprisingly spacious four-room apartment is situated on the top floor of a building located in the Rosenburg neighborhood of The Hague. The property is positioned on Okkernootstraat in a quiet residential street, offering a peaceful living environment while remaining centrally located within the city. The apartment benefits from a smart layout that optimizes the available living space. By integrating the kitchen into the living room area, an additional room has been created, effectively transforming what might otherwise be a three-room layout into a functional four-room apartment. This thoughtful design choice maximizes the usability of the 81 square meters of living space.
The building dates back to 1942, which is reflected in the traditional Hague-style entrance known as a portiek. Through this well-maintained entrance, residents reach the first floor where the private entrance to the apartment is located. From there, an internal staircase leads up to the uppermost floor where the apartment is situated. The staircase area includes a practical storage cupboard that provides additional space for household items.
The living and dining room is generously proportioned and benefits from abundant natural light. The open-plan kitchen has been designed with a peninsula layout that creates a natural seating area, making it an inviting space for daily meals and social gatherings. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including a five-burner gas hob with an integrated oven, an extractor system, a fridge-freezer combination, a dishwasher, and a Quooker instant boiling water tap. Ample storage space has been incorporated into the kitchen design to keep the area tidy and organized.
From the living room, sliding doors provide direct access to the south-facing balcony. This outdoor space spans the full width of the apartment, measuring six square meters, and offers an unobstructed view. The southern orientation ensures that the balcony receives sunlight throughout the day, making it an enjoyable outdoor extension of the living space during warmer months.
The apartment features three bedrooms in total. The largest bedroom is located at the front of the property and includes a sizeable built-in cupboard. This cupboard has been cleverly designed to house the central heating combination boiler as well as the connections for a washing machine and dryer, keeping these utilities neatly concealed while maintaining practical functionality. The two remaining bedrooms are situated at the rear of the apartment and are both well-proportioned, providing comfortable sleeping quarters or versatile spaces that could serve as a home office, guest room, or children's bedrooms.
The bathroom has been finished to a modern standard and is equipped with a washbasin, a shower, and a toilet. All essential bathroom fixtures are present in this single bathroom space.
Throughout the apartment, laminate flooring has been installed, providing a uniform and low-maintenance floor surface. The living room is additionally equipped with air conditioning, which enhances comfort during warmer periods. The window frames are constructed from UPVC and feature insulating double glazing, contributing to the energy efficiency of the property. The apartment also has mechanical ventilation as well as natural ventilation options.
The property holds an energy label E, which is typical for buildings of this era. The heating and hot water are provided by a combination boiler that is owned by the current owner. The flat roof is covered with bituminous roofing material.
The apartment is situated on freehold land, meaning there is no ground lease to consider. The homeowners association is active and properly registered with the Chamber of Commerce. The monthly VvE contribution is set at 90 euros, and the association maintains a reserve fund. Building insurance is in place through the VvE. The owner holds a one-twelfth share in the community association.
The location offers excellent connectivity within The Hague. The vibrant city centre and the beaches are both reachable by bicycle in approximately fifteen minutes. Public transport options are available within walking distance, specifically tram line 2 and bus line 23. For those traveling by car, various main roads are easily accessible, particularly through The Hague South, facilitating convenient travel in and out of the city. Parking in the area operates on a paid parking system with permit options available.
Given the construction year of 1942, an age and materials clause applies to the sale. The transfer date is to be determined by mutual agreement between buyer and seller. The buyer has the freedom to choose their own notary, provided the notary practice is established in The Hague. The listing advisor recommends that interested parties engage their own certified purchasing agent when considering this property.
This apartment presents a practical and comfortable living space in a convenient location within The Hague, combining the character of a pre-war building with modern interior updates and a thoughtful layout that maximizes the available space.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states the modern bathroom is equipped with a 'douche' (shower).
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
En-Suite Bathroom
The layout indicates the bathroom is accessed from the hallway, not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a toilet in the bathroom, but no separate guest toilet is mentioned.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Double Shower
No double shower is mentioned in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment, not shared housing.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment, not shared housing.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafel' (singular), indicating only one sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Listing explicitly states 'Balkon aanwezig' and describes a 6m² south-facing balcony spanning the full width of the property.
Rear Garden
This is a top-floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Front Garden
This is a top-floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Side Garden
This is a top-floor apartment with no mention of any garden.
Terrace
The listing mentions a balcony but not a terrace. In Dutch real estate, a terrace is typically ground-level, while this is an elevated balcony.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of a rooftop terrace; the property has a balcony only.
Barbecue Area
No mention of any barbecue area.
Fenced Yard
This is an apartment, not a house with a yard.
Patio
No mention of a patio.
Veranda
No mention of a veranda.
Guest House
No mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
No mention of waterfront location; the beach is 15 minutes away by bike.
Kitchen Garden
No mention of a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
No mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
No mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
No mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Den Haag is a coastal city with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
Listing mentions 'vrij uitzicht' (unobstructed view) from the balcony, but does not specifically highlight a city view. Being on the top floor (3rd woonlaag) may offer some urban views.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden is present or mentioned.
Remarkable Sea View
While Den Haag is near the sea, the listing does not mention any sea view; the beach is noted as 15 minutes by bike distance, not visible.
Remarkable Harbour View
No mention of harbour views.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing explicitly states 'Woonkamer voorzien van airconditioning' (Living room equipped with air conditioning).
Central Heating
The features list specifies a 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) which is combi and owned.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the property description or features list.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifically mentions 'laminaatvloeren' (laminate floors) throughout, not hardwood.
Laminate Flooring
The listing states 'Voorzien van laminaatvloeren' (Provided with laminate floors).
Carpeted Floors
The listing explicitly states the property is provided with laminate floors, contradicting wall-to-wall carpeting.
Underfloor Heating
There is no mention of underfloor heating; heating is provided by a standard CV combi boiler.
Walk-In Closet
Bedrooms have a 'grote kast' (large closet), but there is no specific mention of a walk-in closet.
Home Office
There is no mention of a dedicated home office space, though the 3rd bedroom could potentially serve as one.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in the description of the apartment or its roof.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams in the interior description.
Bay Window
No bay window (erker) is mentioned in the layout or features.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment; a private indoor pool is completely unmentioned and implausible.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the property description.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing mentions a 'ruime slaapkamer met grote kast' (spacious bedroom with large closet), which typically implies a built-in wardrobe in Dutch real estate terminology.
French Doors
The listing mentions a 'schuifpui' (sliding patio door) to the balcony, not French doors.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements such as light woods, minimalist aesthetics, or specific hygge references are mentioned in the listing.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions a 'moderne open keuken' (modern open kitchen) and a 'moderne badkamer' (modern bathroom).
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial features like exposed brick, metal pipes, or raw concrete.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements such as terracotta tiles, warm color palettes, or arches are described.
Classic
The building is from 1942 and has a 'verzorgd Haags portiek' (well-maintained traditional Hague-style entrance), though the interior has been modernized.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
Built in 1942 with a 'Haags portiek' mentioned, which is a traditional Hague element. However, the interior has been significantly modernized.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1942, which is technically mid-20th century and not specifically described as a 'jaren-30 woning' style.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1942, which is technically pre-war (WWII). Not described as functional post-war architecture.
Modernist
The interior has been modernized with a modern open kitchen, UPVC windows, and air conditioning, but the building itself dates from 1942.
Newly Built
The building was constructed in 1942, making it over 80 years old.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher).
Oven
The listing states the kitchen includes a '5-pits gaskookplaat met oven' (5-burner gas hob with oven).
Microwave
A microwave is not listed among the kitchen appliances.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie' (fridge/freezer combination), which includes a refrigerator.
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombinatie' (fridge/freezer combination), which includes a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The listing describes a 'sfeervolle schiereilandopstelling' (atmospheric peninsula layout) in the kitchen.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing refers to a 'moderne open keuken' (modern open kitchen) and notes the kitchen was moved into the living room.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the listing description.
Stove
The listing includes a '5-pits gaskookplaat' (5-burner gas hob).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a gas hob ('gaskookplaat'), not an induction stove.
Built-in Coffee Maker
A built-in coffee maker is not mentioned in the kitchen equipment.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Quooker' instant boiling water tap.
Downdraft Extractor
An extractor system ('afzuiginstallatie') is mentioned, but there are no details suggesting it is a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private apartment, not a shared living arrangement.
Designer Kitchen
Described as a modern open kitchen with a peninsula layout, but lacks specific high-end designer brand names or extensive luxury finish details.
New Kitchen
Described as modern and recently rearranged, but the exact installation year is not specified and the building is from 1942.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing indicates parking is available in the form of paid street parking and parking permits.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a practical storage cupboard (opbergkast) on the landing above the stairs.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is present, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is present, so no double garage.
Attic
No attic is mentioned in the listing. The apartment is on the top floor but no attic space is described.
Cellar
No cellar or basement is mentioned in the listing.
Bike Storage
No dedicated bike storage is mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned in the listing.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
EV Charging Station
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed or external storage structure is mentioned in the listing.
Free Street Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), so street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as an option.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'Actieve VvE, bijdrage € 90,- per maand' (Active homeowners' association, contribution €90 per month).
Leasehold
The listing states 'Gelegen op eigen grond' (Situated on freehold land) and 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Chamber of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Owners Association Fees
The listing states VvE contribution of €90 per month and the checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja'.
Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee' (Maintenance plan: No).
Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
Notary choice must be established in The Hague. Age/materials clause applies due to 1942 construction year. These are standard Dutch real estate conditions.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes accessing the apartment via an internal staircase ('binnentrap') to the top floor of a 1942 building, making an elevator highly unlikely.
Private Entrance
The property is explicitly described as a 'Portiekwoning' (apartment with shared stairwell) accessed via a shared 'Haags portiek'.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of a gate; it is a standard apartment on a quiet street.
Gated Community
The property is located on a regular street in a residential neighborhood, with no indication of a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the top floor (3rd woonlaag) and is only accessible via an internal staircase.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'opstelplaats voor wasmachine en droger' (placement space for washing machine and dryer), which implies connections exist but the machine itself is not included.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly states there is an 'opstelplaats voor wasmachine' (placement space for washing machine) in a bedroom closet, which requires connections.
Laundry Room
There is no separate laundry room mentioned. The washing machine and dryer space is integrated into a bedroom closet.
Dryer
The listing mentions 'opstelplaats voor wasmachine en droger' (placement space for washing machine and dryer), which implies space for a dryer but the machine itself is not included.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only standard appliances like a Quooker and air conditioning are noted.
Ventilation System
The features section explicitly lists 'Mechanische ventilatie, natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation, natural ventilation).
Cable TV
The features section explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (TV cable) as a provision in the property.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the listing. Water softeners are also uncommon in Dutch residential properties.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Isolatie: Dubbel glas' and mentions 'Kunststof kozijnen met isolerende beglazing' (UPVC window frames with insulating glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifically notes 'Dubbel glas' (double glazing), meaning triple glazing is not present.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states that heating and hot water are provided by a 'Cv-ketel' (gas combi-boiler), so there is no heat pump.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Aside from double glazing and UPVC frames, the only other related feature is mechanical ventilation. The E energy label indicates that overall efficiency measures are minimal.