Modern 3-Room Apartment with Private Parking and Views near Utrecht
Key Features
Upsides
- Includes a private parking spot in the garage, which is a rare and valuable asset in Utrecht.
- The ground lease (erfpacht) has been perpetually paid off, removing future financial obligations.
- Recently modernized kitchen and bathroom (stated as 2025) with an Energy Label A+ for low utility costs.
- Located in a quiet area with views of water and the Niftarlakepark, yet close to the city center and amenities.
Downsides
- The property is a gallery flat (Galerijflat), meaning the entrance is via an external gallery which typically offers less privacy than an indoor corridor.
- The outdoor space is limited to a French balcony, which is generally too small for furniture or sitting.
- The monthly Homeowners Association (VvE) contribution is approximately 263 euros, which is a recurring fixed cost on top of the mortgage.
Description
Welcome to Prinses Ireneplateau 83, a modern and well-maintained three-room apartment situated in a vibrant yet peaceful part of Utrecht. This property offers an exceptional living experience, combining the tranquility of a waterside location with the convenience of city living just a short distance away. The apartment is located on the third floor of a modern complex built in 2004, providing a bright and spacious home of 89 square meters with a free view over the water and the greenery of the Niftarlakepark. Upon entering the residence, you are immediately greeted by a sense of space and light. The living room features sleek, stuccoed walls and a neutral natural PVC floor that runs throughout the apartment, creating a modern and cohesive look. The large windows allow natural light to flood the space, enhancing the open atmosphere. From the living area, you have access to a French balcony. This outdoor space allows you to open the doors wide to bring the outside in, offering a perfect spot to enjoy the morning air or simply watch the birds and boats pass by on the water below.
The open kitchen is situated at the front of the apartment and has been recently modernized, with the listing indicating updates in 2025. This kitchen serves as the heart of the home and features a practical corner layout that provides ample workspace and storage. It is fully equipped with modern appliances designed for convenience, including a ceramic cooktop, a combi-oven, a refrigerator-freezer combination, and a dishwasher. The adjacent space in the living area is perfectly suited for a large dining table, making it an ideal setting for dinner parties or cozy family meals. The layout ensures that cooking and socializing can happen simultaneously, creating a warm and inviting environment for residents and their guests.
The apartment boasts two well-proportioned bedrooms. The master bedroom is located at the quiet rear of the property, offering views of the park. This room provides a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life, where you can wake up to the sound of birds and the sight of greenery. Like the living room, the master bedroom features a French balcony with insect screens, allowing you to sleep with the windows open during the summer months without worrying about bugs. The second bedroom is located at the front of the apartment and offers versatile possibilities. It can serve as a comfortable guest room, a nursery, or a dedicated home office, catering to the changing needs of modern living. The bathroom has also been modernized, with updates stated in 2025, and features a stylish and sleek finish. It is equipped with a bathtub for relaxing soaks, a walk-in shower for quick refreshes, and a contemporary vanity unit. A thoughtful addition is the mirror with integrated lighting and anti-condensation heating, ensuring a clear view after hot showers.
Comfort is a priority in this home. The entire apartment is fitted with floor heating, providing a pleasant and even warmth throughout the year without the need for radiators. The property has an energy label A+, underlining its excellent energy efficiency. This is achieved through features such as roof insulation, wall insulation, floor insulation, and double glazing. To keep the interior cool during sunny days, the apartment is fitted with sun screens, the motors of which were renewed in 2025, ensuring smooth and reliable operation. A significant advantage of this apartment is the private parking space located in the enclosed underlying garage. In a city like Utrecht, where parking is often scarce and expensive, having a dedicated spot is a luxury that saves time and offers security. Additionally, the apartment comes with its own private storage box, providing convenient space for bicycles, luggage, or seasonal items.
Living at Prinses Ireneplateau means enjoying the best of both worlds. The location is remarkably quiet, with direct access to the water and the Niftarlakepark for walking, running, or simply relaxing. At the same time, the property is very well connected. Shops, restaurants, and sports facilities are within walking distance, and the bustling center of Utrecht is easily reachable by bike. Public transport is also excellent, with a bus stop literally around the corner, and major highways are easily accessible for those who commute by car. The property is situated on ground lease (erfpacht) that has been perpetually paid off, meaning there are no recurring annual leasehold payments, which is a significant financial benefit. The Homeowners Association (VvE) is active and professionally managed, with a monthly contribution of 262.75 euros covering both the apartment and the parking space. The VvE has a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, ensuring the building is well maintained for the future. This move-in ready apartment is a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking for a comfortable, energy-efficient, and well-located home in Utrecht.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the features section.
Bathtub
The description states the bathroom features a 'ligbad' (bathtub).
Ensuite Bathroom
The listing describes a 'master bedroom' and a second bedroom with only one bathroom located elsewhere ('Ook de badkamer is in 2025 gemoderniseerd'), indicating it is not ensuite.
Guest Toilet
The features list includes '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet).
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description or features list.
Double Shower
The description implies a single shower facility within the one bathroom.
Shared Shower
The apartment has two bedrooms and only one bathroom, meaning the shower is shared.
Shared Toilet
The apartment has one separate toilet for the household, making it shared by the residents.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The features list explicitly states the bathroom has 'vloerverwarming' (floor heating).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Frans balkon' (French balcony) in both the description and the features list.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment located on the 3rd floor of a complex, making a rear garden physically impossible.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment located on the 3rd floor of a complex, making a front garden physically impossible.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment located on the 3rd floor of a complex, making a side garden physically impossible.
Terrace
The listing specifies a 'Frans balkon' (French balcony) rather than a full terrace or roof terrace. While similar, a French balcony typically does not offer walk-out space like a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes an apartment on the 3rd floor with a French balcony and makes no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a designated barbecue area. The property only has a French balcony.
Fenced Yard
As a third-floor apartment, it does not have a yard that could be fenced.
Patio
The outdoor space is described as a French balcony, which is distinct from a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned; the listing specifies a French balcony.
Guest House
The property is a single apartment; there is no mention of a separate guest house.
Waterfront
The listing states 'vrij uitzicht op het water' (free view over the water) and lists the location as 'aan water' (at water).
Kitchen Garden
There is no land or garden attached to this apartment for a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
The property is a modern city apartment with no mention of stables or equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
The property is a modern city apartment; no livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
The listing makes no mention of a swimming pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
The listing makes no mention of a jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
The listing makes no mention of a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Utrecht, the Netherlands, which is a flat landscape with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
While located in Utrecht, the listing emphasizes views of 'water' and the 'Niftarlakepark'. The view is towards nature rather than a dense city skyline, though the city is nearby.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing highlights 'vrij uitzicht op het groen van het Niftarlakepark' (free view of the greenery of Niftarlakepark) and describes the location as being in the green.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland, far from the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
The view is of a park and water, but there is no mention of a harbour or marina.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned as visible from the apartment.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not listed. The text highlights 'zonneschermen' (sun blinds) for keeping the home cool in summer, implying an absence of active cooling.
Central Heating
The property features 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) and 'Vloerverwarming' (underfloor heating), confirming a central heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or feature list.
Hardwood Floors
The flooring is explicitly identified as a 'natuurlijke pvc-vloer' (natural PVC floor), not hardwood.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifies a 'natuurlijke pvc-vloer' (natural PVC floor), distinguishing it from laminate.
Carpeted Floors
The listing mentions a 'natuurlijke pvc-vloer', indicating the absence of carpeted floors.
Underfloor Heating
The description explicitly states 'Het appartement beschikt over vloerverwarming' (The apartment is equipped with underfloor heating).
Walk In Closet
The bedrooms are described generally as a master bedroom and a second bedroom; there is no mention of a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing explicitly states that the second bedroom is 'ideaal als thuiswerkplek' (ideal as a home office).
Skylight
Natural light is mentioned coming from a French balcony and windows, but no skylights are referenced.
Exposed Beams
The description notes 'strak gestucte wanden' (smooth plastered walls), which suggests a modern finish without exposed beams.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window; the outdoor access is via a French balcony.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment; no indoor pool is present.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the property description.
French Doors
The text mentions 'zet je de deuren van het Franse balkon open' (open the doors of the French balcony), indicating the presence of French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The walls are described as 'strak gestuct' (smooth plastered), implying the absence of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes a 'neutrale, moderne basis' (neutral, modern base) and 'natuurlijke pvc-vloer' (natural PVC floor) with plenty of light, which aligns with Scandinavian minimalist aesthetics.
Modern
The property is explicitly described as a 'modern driekamerappartement' with a kitchen and bathroom modernized in 2025, sleek plastered walls, and an A+ energy label.
Industrial
There are no industrial elements mentioned; the walls are 'strak gestuct' (smoothly plastered) rather than exposed brick or concrete.
Mediterranean
The style is described as neutral and modern, with no mention of Mediterranean features like terracotta, warm color schemes, or specific architectural details.
Classic
Built in 2004 and recently renovated, the apartment features modern finishes rather than classic architectural elements like ornamental plaster or paneling.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 2004, which is not considered traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2004, well after the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
The building dates from 2004, which is much later than the typical post-war reconstruction period (1945-1965).
Modernist
The style is modern (2004), but 'Modernist' usually refers to a specific early 20th-century architectural movement. However, it shares some clean lines. Given the build year, it fits a general modern aesthetic more than the historical modernist movement.
Newly Build
Built in 2004, the apartment is relatively modern and was recently renovated (kitchen/bathroom in 2025).
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) as part of the kitchen appliances.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions 'combi-oven' as part of the kitchen appliances.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions 'koel-/vriescombinatie' which includes a refrigerator.
Freezer
The listing mentions 'koel-/vriescombinatie' which includes a freezer.
Kitchen Island
The description mentions a 'hoekopstelling' (corner setup), not an island. No indication of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing describes 'De open keuken' (the open kitchen) that forms the heart of the living space, indicating an open plan layout.
Pantry
No mention of a pantry or walk-in storage in the kitchen description.
Stove
The listing explicitly mentions 'keramische kookplaat' (ceramic cooktop), which is a type of stove.
Induction Stove
The listing specifically states 'keramische kookplaat' (ceramic cooktop), which is different from induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
No mention of a built-in coffee maker in the kitchen description.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap such as a Quooker in the listing.
Downdraft Extractor
No mention of a downdraft extractor in the kitchen description.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not shared housing.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as modern with a 'frisse, eigentijdse uitstraling' (fresh, contemporary appearance), but not specified as a luxury or designer brand kitchen.
New Kitchen
The kitchen was modernized in 2025, which is very recent, making it practically new though not original to the 2004 construction.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The description states there is a 'privéparkeerplaats' (private parking spot).
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions 'eigen berging' (own storage) and an 'Externe bergruimte 5 m²'.
Garage
The property has a parking spot in a parking garage, not a separate private lock-up garage box.
Double Garage
Only one parking spot is mentioned.
Attic
The property is an apartment on the 3rd floor; no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
The storage and parking are located in the 'onderliggende parkeergarage' (underlying parking garage), indicating a basement-level storage facility.
Covered Parking
The parking spot is located inside a parking garage.
Underground Parking
The listing specifies an 'onderliggende parkeergarage' (underlying/underground parking garage).
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned.
Shed
While the features mention 'Schuur/berging Box', this refers to a storage box within the complex, not an external garden shed.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking spot is owned (VvE contribution applies), not rented.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking spot is included in the total asking price of €450,000; no separate sale price is listed.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a VvE (Homeowners Association) with monthly contributions.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Gemeentelijk eigendom belast met erfpacht' (Municipal ownership burdened with leasehold), though it is perpetually paid off.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist confirms 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist confirms 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The listing states a monthly VvE contribution of € 262,75.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist confirms 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist confirms 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist confirms 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states 'Lift aanwezig' in the features section.
Private Entrance
The property is described as a 'galerijflat' (gallery apartment), which typically has shared corridors leading to individual units, not a private entrance.
Gated Community
The building is located in a residential area ('in woonwijk') with no mention of gating. The parking garage is 'afgesloten' but this doesn't make it a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has an elevator, providing access to the 3rd floor apartment. However, no specific wheelchair accessibility features like wider doorways, adapted bathroom, or step-free thresholds are mentioned.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing provides a detailed inventory of present appliances in the kitchen and bathroom, but a washing machine is not listed among them.
Laundry Room
The description outlines the layout (living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom) without mentioning a separate utility room. The storage box is located in the garage, not inside the apartment.
Dryer
Similar to the washing machine, a dryer is not listed in the detailed inventory of kitchen or bathroom appliances.
High Speed Internet
The property features section explicitly lists 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which indicates high-speed internet capability.
Fibre Internet
The property features section explicitly lists 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
There is no mention of smart home features such as smart thermostats, smart lighting, or integrated home automation systems.
Cable Tv
The property features section explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
Water softeners are not standard in Dutch apartments and are not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features list.
Double Glazing
Explicitly listed in the 'Isolatie' section of the features as 'dubbel glas'.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) and makes no mention of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed in the 'Isolatie' section of the features as 'muurisolatie'.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed in the 'Isolatie' section of the features as 'vloerisolatie'.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed in the 'Isolatie' section of the features as 'dakisolatie'.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) for both heating and hot water, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned in the listing description or features list.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features an Energy Label A+, is fully insulated (including roof, wall, and floor), and uses district heating (Stadsverwarming). It also has sun blinds (zonneschermen) for temperature control.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.