Architect-Designed Apartment in Heerlen City Centre

This apartment is situated on Raadhuisstraat in the centre of Heerlen. The building is a small-scale post-war apartment complex that was designed by architect Peutz. This architect is well-known in the region of Limburg and has designed several notable buildings in Heerlen and surroundings. The complex dates back to circa 1954 and represents a characteristic example of post-war architecture.

The apartment is located on the third floor and is accessible via a central entrance on the ground floor. The entrance hall features mailboxes, an intercom system, and a doorbell panel. From the central hall, residents can reach the apartment via the staircase or by using the lift installation, which is a practical feature for an apartment on the third floor.

Upon entering the apartment, one arrives in a spacious hall measuring approximately 12.4 square metres. This hall provides access to all rooms in the apartment and also contains a storage cupboard where the CV boiler is installed. The boiler is an AGPO Ferolli gas-fired combination boiler from 2004, which is rented rather than owned. From the hall, there is also access to a tiled toilet room that is equipped with a small sink.

The living room has an area of approximately 21 square metres and offers sufficient space for a comfortable seating area. The room has natural ventilation and a TV cable connection is available.

Adjacent to the living room is the closed kitchen, which measures approximately 6.1 square metres. The kitchen is fitted with a functional L-shaped worktop with a sink. For cooking, there is a freestanding four-burner gas stove with an oven and an extractor hood. The kitchen is straightforward and functional in its layout.

The apartment has two bedrooms. The first bedroom measures approximately 12.7 square metres and is equipped with a built-in wall closet, providing practical storage space. The second bedroom measures approximately 10.5 square metres and also features a wall closet. Both bedrooms are of good size and can accommodate a bed and additional furniture.

The bathroom measures approximately 3.6 square metres and is fully tiled. It is equipped with a fixed washbasin with a sink cabinet and a bathtub. There is no shower mentioned in the listing.

From the apartment, there is access to a balcony with an area of approximately 4 square metres. This outdoor space is classified as gebouwgebonden buitenruimte, meaning it is building-bound outdoor space. The balcony offers the opportunity to sit outside and enjoy some fresh air.

In the souterrain of the building, the apartment has a private storage room of approximately 2.9 square metres. This storage space is useful for storing bicycles, suitcases, or other items that are not needed daily in the apartment.

The total living area of the apartment is approximately 75 square metres. The volume of the apartment is approximately 240 cubic metres. The asking price is 178,000 euros costs buyer. This results in a price per square metre of approximately 2,373 euros.

The apartment has energy label G, which is valid until 12 February 2035. This label indicates that the energy efficiency of the property is relatively low, which is not uncommon for a building from 1954. Potential buyers should take this into account when considering future energy costs and possible sustainability improvements.

The monthly contribution to the Homeowners Association is 188 euros. This contribution covers several items including the building insurance and liability insurance, maintenance and cleaning of common areas, and a reserve for major maintenance. The VvE appears to be well organised, as indicated by the checklist in the listing: the association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, annual meetings are held, periodic contributions are collected, a reserve fund is present, a maintenance plan exists, and building insurance is in place.

The building has a flat roof. The general condition of the apartment is described as good. The transfer can take place immediately, meaning there are no specific conditions regarding the date of acceptance.

The location is described as being on a quiet road with a sheltered position, while still being in the centre of Heerlen. This combination offers the advantage of living in a central location with amenities nearby, while the immediate vicinity of the building is relatively peaceful.

It is important to note that the purchase agreement will include both an age clause and a non-self-occupied clause. The age clause relates to the age of the property and limits the liability of the seller regarding hidden defects that could be expected given the age of the building. The non-self-occupied clause indicates that the seller has not personally lived in the property, which means the buyer cannot hold the seller liable for defects that they should have known about from personal occupancy.

The deposit or bank guarantee required is 10 percent of the purchase price. This amount must be deposited with the notary within two weeks after the financing condition has expired. A financing condition can be included up to the amount of the asking price.

The buyer always has the right to have a structural inspection carried out at their own expense or to consult other advisors in order to obtain a good insight into the condition of maintenance of the property. This is generally advisable for a property from 1954.

All dimensions and surfaces mentioned in the listing are indicative. The listing information has been compiled with the necessary care, but no liability is accepted for any incompleteness, inaccuracy, or otherwise, nor for the consequences thereof.

The apartment is available and listed as such on Funda. The listing is complete with all relevant information about the property, including the layout, features, and contractual conditions.