Spacious Maisonnette Apartment in Iconic Le Corbusier Monument Near Vondelpark
Key Features
Description
This remarkable maisonnette apartment is situated on the first and second floors of the former Autopon building, a nationally recognised monument since 2017, designed in the distinctive Le Corbusier style. Located at one of the most desirable addresses in Amsterdam Oud-West, the property offers approximately 93 square metres of living space with three bedrooms, three balconies, and unobstructed views over the Overtoomse Sluis and the Kostverlorenvaart canal.
The building is accessed through a central entrance with an elevator that takes you to the first floor. The apartment entrance is located on the gallery side. Upon entering, you find yourself in a hallway that provides access to a separate toilet, the meter cupboard, a laundry and storage area, and the generously proportioned living room.
The living room is exceptionally bright thanks to the large full-width windows that span the entire facade. These windows create a strong sense of spaciousness and frame a lively and attractive view over the water and surrounding area. From the living room, you can step directly onto the front-facing balcony, which enjoys afternoon and evening sun. The open kitchen is positioned on the gallery side and forms a pleasant open-plan living area together with the living room.
An internal spiral staircase connects the living floor to the sleeping level on the second floor. Here you will find three well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern, recently renovated bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower, a vanity unit, and a second toilet. This floor also benefits from two additional balconies, one at the front and one at the rear, offering multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy throughout the day.
In the basement level, the property includes a private storage unit of approximately 5 square metres, as well as access to a shared bicycle storage area.
The apartment is situated on freehold land, meaning there is no leasehold applicable. This is a significant advantage in the Amsterdam housing market. The building dates from 1961 and is classified as an existing construction. The property holds the status of a national monument, which adds historical and architectural value.
In terms of energy, the property holds a D energy label. The building is partially fitted with double glazing and is connected to a block heating system. Hot water is provided by an electric boiler. The monthly advance for heating costs is approximately 37.52 euros.
The Homeowners Association, known as the VvE in the Netherlands, is active and professionally managed. A long-term maintenance plan, referred to as an MJOP, is in place. The monthly service charges amount to 322.18 euros for the apartment and an additional 15.06 euros for the storage unit, totalling approximately 360 euros per month. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, and has buildings insurance in place.
The location of this apartment is one of its strongest features. Positioned in the popular Oud-West district between the Overtoom and the Amstelveenseweg, residents are within a short walk of the Vondelpark, the Foodhallen, the Ten Katemarkt, and the Jan Pieter Heijestraat. The neighbourhood is known for its wide variety of cafés, restaurants, lunch spots, specialty shops, and interior design stores. Well-liked establishments such as Oslo Beers, Bar Kosta, and In het Vierde Baarsje are located just around the corner. For daily groceries, multiple supermarkets including Albert Heijn are within walking distance.
Accessibility is excellent. Tram lines 1 and 17 and bus line 15 stop in the vicinity. Amsterdam Lelylaan station, Amsterdam Zuid station with the World Trade Centre, and Amsterdam Central Station are all quickly reachable by bicycle or public transport. The Ring A10 motorway is close by, making it easy to leave the city or travel towards Schiphol Airport by car.
An additional convenience is the luxury fitness club located directly underneath the building, which includes a swimming pool, sauna, and wellness facilities.
Parking in the area is managed through a permit system. The property is accessible for elderly residents thanks to the presence of an elevator.
The total volume of the apartment is approximately 289 cubic metres. The building-related outdoor space covers approximately 13 square metres across the three balconies. The property is offered with a non-owner-occupancy clause and an age clause, both of which are standard provisions in Dutch real estate transactions. Delivery is available in consultation with the seller and can be arranged on relatively short notice.
This apartment combines generous living space, architectural distinction, and an outstanding location in one of Amsterdam's most sought-after neighbourhoods. The combination of a national monument with practical features such as an elevator, private storage, and three balconies makes this a distinctive opportunity in the Amsterdam property market.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only a walk-in shower is described.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions a 'separate toilet' on the first floor and a 'second toilet' in the bathroom upstairs, indicating a guest toilet is present.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing. The bathroom features listed are shower, vanity unit, and toilet only.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the listing. No indication of a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom facilities. No shared shower mentioned.
Shared Toilet
The apartment has private toilet facilities (one separate, one in bathroom). No shared toilets mentioned.
His & Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafelmeubel' (singular vanity unit) is mentioned, suggesting a single sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly states the apartment has three balconies ('De woning beschikt over drie balkons').
Rear Garden
This is a maisonnette apartment with no mention of any garden.
Front Garden
This is a maisonnette apartment with no mention of any garden.
Side Garden
This is a maisonnette apartment with no mention of any garden.
Terrace
Only balconies are mentioned, not a terrace specifically.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is an apartment without a yard.
Patio
Only balconies are mentioned, not a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
The apartment overlooks the Kostverlorenvaart canal with 'vrij uitzicht over de Overtoomse Sluis en Kostverlorenvaart', but it's not directly waterfront in the traditional sense.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
A luxury fitness club with pool is located underneath the building, but this is not a private outdoor pool for the unit.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Amsterdam is flat, no mountain views possible.
Remarkable City View
The apartment has unobstructed views over the Overtoomse Sluis and Kostverlorenvaart canal in a lively Amsterdam neighborhood.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden views are mentioned.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view, the property is inland.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned.
Remarkable Landmark View
Vondelpark is nearby but not directly visible. The canal and Overtoomse Sluis views are pleasant but not major landmarks.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned in the listing. The property features block heating and electric boiler, but no cooling system is listed.
Central Heating
The listing specifies 'Blokverwarming' (block heating) as the heating system, not individual central heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the listing.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned in the listing. The heating system is specified as block heating.
Walk-In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the listing.
Skylight
No skylight is mentioned in the listing.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the listing.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned. The listing describes large full-width windows but not specifically bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
No private pool, though the listing mentions a luxury fitness club with swimming pool underneath the building as a shared facility.
Private Indoor Sauna
No private sauna, though the listing mentions wellness facilities underneath the building as a shared facility.
French Doors
No French doors are mentioned in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements are mentioned in the listing. The property is described with Le Corbusier style architecture.
Modern
The listing mentions a modern bathroom and practical layout. The Le Corbusier style architecture represents modernist design principles.
Industrial
The building is a former Autopon building with Le Corbusier style, which has modernist/industrial architectural elements. The property has a unique character that blends industrial heritage with residential use.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements are mentioned or implied in the listing.
Classic
While the building is a Rijksmonument since 2017 with historical significance, it's built in Le Corbusier style (1961), which is more modernist than classic.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
The building is a Rijksmonument (National Monument since 2017) - the former Autopon building in Le Corbusier style from 1961. It has significant historical value.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1961, not early 20th century.
Post-War Functional
Built in 1961 (post-war), but the Le Corbusier style is more architectural modernist than purely functional mass-produced housing.
Modernist
The listing explicitly states the building is in 'bijzondere Le Corbusier-stijl' - Le Corbusier being one of the pioneers of modernist architecture.
Newly Built
The building was constructed in 1961 and is explicitly listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction).
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly mentioned in both Dutch and English: 'open keuken' and 'open kitchen...creates a pleasant open-plan living area'
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own open kitchen, not a shared kitchen
Designer Kitchen
No mention of kitchen brand or design. Building is a Rijksmonument in Le Corbusier style, but this refers to architecture, not the kitchen specifically
New Kitchen
No mention of kitchen renovation or age. The bathroom is explicitly described as 'nieuwe' (new), but the kitchen is not mentioned as new
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions parking via permit system ('vergunningstelsel') with paid public parking. No private parking spot is included with the property.
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions 'separate berging' (separate storage) and 'eigen berging' (private storage room) in the basement, with 5 m² external storage space listed in the specifications.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only street parking with permits is referenced.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists for this property, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing at all.
Attic
No attic is mentioned. The maisonnette spans the first and second floors only.
Cellar
The listing mentions 'onderbouw' (basement level) with storage and bike storage, but this is a shared basement area, not a private cellar. No private cellar is mentioned.
Bike Storage
Listing explicitly states 'gemeenschappelijke fietsenstalling' (shared bicycle storage) in the basement level.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned. Only public street parking with permits is available.
Underground Parking
No underground car parking is mentioned. The basement only contains storage units and bicycle storage.
Workshop
No workshop or similar space is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The 5 m² external storage room ('berging') in the basement functions as a shed/storage unit, though it's more of an enclosed storage room than a traditional shed.
Free Street Parking
Listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) and parking via permit system, indicating street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly states 'Parkeren via vergunningstelsel' (parking via permit system) and lists 'parkeervergunningen' among parking types.
Rules
Long-Term Rentals Allowed
The non-owner-occupancy clause (niet-zelfbewoningsclausule) is mentioned, which typically allows the property to be rented out to long-term tenants.
Owners Association
Listing explicitly mentions 'Actieve en professioneel beheerde VvE met MJOP' (Active and professionally managed VvE with maintenance plan).
Leasehold
Listing explicitly states 'eigen grond (dus géén erfpacht!)' meaning 'own land (so no leasehold!)'. Property is on freehold land.
Chamber of Commerce Registered
VvE checklist clearly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (KvK registration: Yes).
Annual Meeting
VvE checklist states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Owners Association Fees
VvE checklist shows 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 359,70 per maand)' and listing mentions €322.18 for apartment + €15.06 for storage.
Reserve Fund
VvE checklist states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Maintenance Plan
VvE checklist states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' and listing mentions 'MJOP' (long-term maintenance plan).
Buildings Insurance
VvE checklist states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Building insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
Listing mentions non-owner-occupancy clause, age clause, and the property is a Rijksmonument (national monument) which imposes heritage restrictions on modifications.
Open Viewing
No open viewing days mentioned in the listing. Only states to schedule an appointment for viewing.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'Lift aanwezig' (elevator present) in the features section and describes accessing the first floor via elevator from the central entrance.
Private Entrance
The listing describes a central entrance with elevator access and then an apartment entrance on the gallery side, indicating a shared building entrance rather than a private entrance directly from the street.
Gated Community
This is a standard apartment building in an urban neighborhood (Vondelparkbuurt-West), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing mentions 'Toegankelijk voor ouderen' (accessible for elderly) and has an elevator. However, the apartment is a maisonnette with an internal spiral staircase connecting two levels, making full wheelchair accessibility impossible since the bedrooms and bathroom are on the upper level.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing explicitly mentions a 'wasruimte' (laundry room) in the hallway area, which would logically have connections for a washing machine.
Laundry Room
The listing explicitly states 'wasruimte' (laundry room) as part of the hall area: 'hal met toegang tot het separate toilet, de meterkast, wasruimte'.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly lists 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation) under features/amenities.
Cable TV
The listing explicitly mentions 'TV kabel' (TV cable) under the features/amenities section.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing.
Double Glazing
Listing explicitly states 'Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (partially double glazing) under insulation details.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing; only partial double glazing is mentioned.
Heat Pump
Listing specifies 'Blokverwarming' (block/district heating) as the heating system and 'Elektrische boiler' for hot water. No heat pump mentioned.
Home Battery
No mention of any home battery or energy storage system.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Property has block heating (district heating), an electric boiler for hot water, natural ventilation, and an energy label D. Being a Rijksmonument (national monument since 2017) likely restricts certain energy efficiency upgrades to the building exterior.