Charming Ground Floor Apartment with Sunny Southwest Garden in Rotterdam
Key Features
Description
This attractive ground floor apartment is situated on the characterful Pretorialaan in Rotterdam. The property dates back to 1912 and has been well maintained over the years, offering a pleasant combination of authentic architectural style and contemporary living comfort. With a living area of approximately 78 square meters, this residence provides a comfortable home for various types of residents.
The apartment has undergone several modernization and sustainability improvements in recent years. These include the installation of plastic window frames, floor insulation, and renewed front doors. These updates contribute to better energy efficiency and lower maintenance requirements for the future owner.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a long hallway that provides access to the various rooms of the apartment. The hallway features a neat finish and leads to the separate toilet room at the end of the corridor. The toilet room is finished with beige wall tiles up to approximately halfway and a wood-look tile floor. It is equipped with a built-in toilet and a small sink.
The living room is located at the rear of the property and is a bright and inviting space. Characteristic wooden acoustic wall panels give the room extra warmth and atmosphere. These panels add a distinctive touch to the interior while also serving a practical function. From the living room, there is access to a practical storage room that houses the central heating boiler and the connection point for the ground floor underfloor heating system.
The open kitchen is situated at the front of the property and features a practical parallel layout. The kitchen has a modern grey handleless finish combined with a warm wooden worktop. The kitchen is fully equipped with various built-in appliances from Whirlpool, including an oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and an induction cooktop with integrated extraction. Thanks to the sleek finish and complete equipment, this kitchen is ready for immediate use.
From the living room, you have access to the sunny backyard. The garden is located on the southwest and offers a pleasant and sheltered outdoor space where you can enjoy the sun throughout the afternoon and evening. The garden measures 56 square meters, with a depth of 12.10 meters and a width of 4.66 meters. This makes it a spacious outdoor area for a ground floor apartment in the city. It is an ideal place to relax or sit comfortably with friends and family.
The first floor of the apartment is reached via a staircase in the living room. The landing provides access to two bedrooms and the bathroom.
The first bedroom is located at the rear of the property and offers access to the balcony. The balcony is also situated on the southwest, which means you can enjoy a pleasant sunny position here as well. The balcony measures 3 square meters and serves as a nice extension of the bedroom, providing a private outdoor space on the upper level.
The second bedroom is also located at the rear of the property and can be used as a bedroom, home office, or guest room. This room also contains the connection point for the first floor underfloor heating system.
The bathroom is located at the front of the property and has a modern design. The combination of beige and marble-look wall tiles together with a wood-look tile floor creates a contemporary appearance. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower, a built-in toilet, and a washbasin. This layout makes the bathroom practical and complete.
The property has an energy label A, which indicates good energy efficiency. This is partly due to the floor insulation that has been installed. Heating is provided by a gas-fired combination boiler that is owned by the property. The building has both mechanical and natural ventilation.
The apartment is part of a recently established Owners Association (VvE). The monthly contribution is 125 euros. According to the VvE checklist, the association is new and in the process of being formally established, which explains why items such as annual meetings, maintenance plans, and reserve funds are not yet in place. This is common for newly formed associations and will be organized in the near future.
Parking in the area is available through paid parking facilities.
The property is available immediately, making it suitable for buyers who are looking for a quick move. The apartment is offered in a move-in ready condition, meaning that no major renovation work is required before moving in.
With two bedrooms, a modern open kitchen, a well-maintained bathroom, and a bright living room, this property presents itself as an ideal home for starters, couples, or small families who are looking for a ready-to-move-in residence with character and comfort. The combination of the sunny garden and the balcony on the southwest makes this apartment particularly attractive for those who appreciate outdoor living space.
The asking price for this property is 375,000 euros, which translates to approximately 4,808 euros per square meter of living space. The property is offered with a cost buyer (k.k.) designation, meaning that the buyer is responsible for the transfer costs such as the notary fees and property transfer tax.
The cadastre reference for this property is ROTTERDAM G 6213, and the property is held in full ownership.
All information in this description has been compiled with care and is based on the details provided in the listing. No rights can be derived from this information.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The bathroom is described as having a walk-in shower, toilet, and sink, with no mention of a bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is accessed from the landing (overloop) and is not described as being directly connected to a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is a separate toilet room located in the hall on the ground floor.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description.
Double Shower
The listing mentions a single walk-in shower without indicating a double shower setup.
Shared Shower
This is a private ground-floor apartment, so the shower is not shared with other households.
Shared Toilet
This is a private ground-floor apartment, so the toilet is not shared with other households.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a single 'wastafel' (sink) rather than a double vanity.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Explicitly mentioned as 3 m² balcony facing southwest, accessible from bedroom 1
Rear Garden
Explicitly described as 56 m² rear garden facing southwest with dimensions 12.10m deep and 4.66m wide
Front Garden
No mention of a front garden in the listing; only rear garden is described
Side Garden
No mention of a side garden in the listing
Terrace
No specific terrace mentioned; has a balcony and garden but no terrace described
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace mentioned; this is a ground floor apartment
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in the listing
Patio
No patio specifically mentioned; garden is described but not as a patio
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing
Guest House
No guest house mentioned; this is a 78 m² apartment
Waterfront
No waterfront location mentioned; Pretorialaan is a residential street in Rotterdam
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned in the listing
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned; this is an urban apartment
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities mentioned; this is an urban apartment
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool mentioned
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi mentioned
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court mentioned; this is an urban apartment
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is flat and no mountain views are possible or mentioned
Remarkable City View
Ground floor apartment with no mention of city views; windows face garden and street level
Remarkable Garden View
Living room and both bedrooms are at the rear facing the garden; garden is a prominent feature
Remarkable Sea View
Rotterdam is inland from the sea and no sea view is mentioned
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view mentioned; Pretorialaan is in a residential area not near the harbour
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views mentioned in the listing
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing text or features.
Central Heating
The features explicitly list a 'Gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) for heating.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the description or layout.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies 'houtlook tegelvloer' (wood-look tile floors) in the bathroom and toilet, rather than actual hardwood.
Tiled Floors
The toilet and bathroom are explicitly described as having a 'houtlook tegelvloer' (wood-look tile floor).
Carpeted Floors
There is no mention of carpeted floors in the description.
Underfloor Heating
The text explicitly mentions 'aansluiting van de vloerverwarming van de begane grond' and 'aansluiting van de vloerverwarming van de 1e verdieping' (underfloor heating connections for ground and first floor).
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned in the layout or features.
Home Office
The second bedroom is mentioned as potentially usable as a 'werk-' (work) room, but it is a bedroom, not a dedicated built-in home office.
Skylight
There is no mention of skylights in the property description.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned in the description of the 1912 home.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window in the layout.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is not present in this 78 m2 apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not present in this apartment.
Built-In Wardrobes
Built-in wardrobes are not mentioned in the bedroom descriptions.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions warm wooden worktops and grey handleless finishes, which have some minimalist and natural elements, but it is not distinctly Scandinavian.
Modern
The description repeatedly uses the word 'modern' to describe the kitchen, bathroom, and finishings, alongside specific features like a handleless grey kitchen and integrated appliances.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial elements such as exposed brick, concrete, raw metals, or open ductwork.
Mediterranean
There are no descriptions of terracotta tiles, arched doorways, or warm Mediterranean color palettes.
Classic
The property is from 1912 and features 'authentieke bouwstijl' (authentic building style) and characteristic wooden acoustic wall panels.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1912, described as 'karaktervolle' with 'authentieke bouwstijl' and characteristic wooden acoustic wall panels
Early 20th Century
Built in 1912, explicitly stated in listing with authentic building elements preserved
Post War Functional
Built in 1912, which is pre-WWII; not a post-war functional building
Modernist
While interior has modern updates (kitchen, bathroom, plastic frames), the building itself is a 1912 historic structure
Newly Build
Explicitly stated as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1912
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned as 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen appliances list.
Oven
Explicitly mentioned as 'oven' in the kitchen appliances list.
Microwave
Explicitly mentioned as 'magnetron' in the kitchen appliances list.
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned as 'koelkast' in the kitchen appliances list.
Freezer
Explicitly mentioned as 'vriezer' in the kitchen appliances list.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as having a 'parallelopstelling' (parallel layout), which contradicts the presence of an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly refers to it as an 'open keuken' (open kitchen).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the layout or kitchen description.
Stove
The presence of an induction cooktop satisfies the requirement for a stove.
Induction Stove
Explicitly mentioned as an 'inductiekookplaat' in the kitchen.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not listed among the Whirlpool built-in appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap (such as a Quooker) in the kitchen or bathroom descriptions.
Downdraft Extractor
Described as an 'inductiekookplaat met geïntegreerde afzuiging' (induction cooktop with integrated extraction), which defines a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a private ground-floor apartment ('benedenwoning'), not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
Described as modern with a grey handleless finish and warm wooden worktop, giving it a stylish appearance, though not explicitly branded as a high-end design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen has a modern finish and the property was recently modernized, but there is no specific mention of the kitchen's exact installation age.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The features section specifies 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking) for the parking type, indicating there is no designated private parking spot included.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a practical storage room (berging) situated at the rear of the living room.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features list.
Automatic Garage Door
The property does not have a garage, so it cannot have an automatic garage door.
Double Garage
The property does not have a garage, let alone a double garage.
Attic
The property is a ground-floor apartment with two living layers (ground floor and first floor) and no mention of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar or basement in the property description or layout.
Covered Parking
The listing only mentions paid street parking, with no reference to covered parking.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of an EV charging station or preparation for one in the listing.
Workshop
The listing does not mention a workshop.
Shed
While there is a garden, there is no mention of an external shed; the storage room (berging) is located inside the house.
Street Parking Free
The features explicitly state 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), meaning street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing indicates 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), which in Rotterdam typically implies a paid parking permit system for residents.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no private parking spot included with the property, so there is no rental price for one.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no private parking spot included with the property, so there is no sale price for one.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions 'VvE: nieuw en in oprichting'.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom' (Full ownership).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Nee'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee'.
Oa Fees
The description mentions a '€125,- maandelijkse bijdrage' for the VvE, although the checklist says 'Periodieke bijdrage: Nee', likely because the VvE is newly established.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Nee'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is a ground-floor apartment in a building from 1912. No elevator is mentioned, and it is highly unusual for such buildings to have one.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) with its own hallway and renewed front doors, indicating a private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property is an urban ground-floor apartment with a backyard on a regular street; there is no mention of an automatic gate.
Security Door Window Hardware
The listing mentions renewed front doors and modern UPVC window frames, which generally include standard modern security hardware, though specific high-security locks are not detailed.
Gated Community
The property is located on a public street (Pretorialaan) in Rotterdam with no mention of any gated community features.
Wheelchair Accessible
While the ground floor has a kitchen and living room, the two bedrooms and the only bathroom are located on the first floor, requiring the use of stairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing details appliances in the kitchen, including a dishwasher, but does not mention a washing machine.
Laundry Room
The layout description includes a hall, toilet, living room, storage room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom, but no laundry room.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Smart Home
The listing mentions modernizations like plastic window frames and floor insulation, but no smart home features or systems.
Ventilation System
The features explicitly list 'Mechanische ventilatie en natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical and natural ventilation).
Water Softener
Water softeners are highly unusual in Dutch residential properties and are not mentioned in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly states 'Vloerisolatie aanwezig' (Floor insulation present).
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states 'Gas gestookt combiketel' (Gas-fired combi boiler).
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions several other measures.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.