Key Features
Description
This studio apartment is situated on Robertaland in the Mariahoeve district of The Hague. The property offers a living area of approximately 35 to 36 square meters, making it a compact home suitable for a single person or a couple starting out. The building dates back to 1964 and is classified as a gallery flat, which means the apartments are accessed via an external gallery corridor. Despite its age, the building presents a well maintained appearance with a closed main entrance equipped with an intercom system.
The location in Mariahoeve provides residents with a green and relatively quiet living environment. Shopping center Mariahoeve is within walking distance, offering everyday necessities and services. The Mall of the Netherlands, a large shopping destination, is also easily accessible from this location. Public transportation options are available nearby, connecting residents to other parts of The Hague and beyond. For those who travel by car, the property offers good parking facilities, and access routes to the A44 and A12 highways are conveniently close, providing connections to the broader Randstad region. Sports facilities can also be found in the vicinity.
The apartment itself is located on the second floor of the building. Upon entering the studio, there is a bathroom that includes a shower, toilet, and sink. The main living area provides access to a balcony that faces southeast, which means it receives sunlight during the morning and early afternoon hours. The balcony has a surface area of 2 square meters. Separated from the living area is the kitchen, which contains a connection for a washing machine and houses the boiler for hot water. The hot water is provided through an electric boiler that is rented rather than owned.
In addition to the apartment, residents have access to a private storage unit located on the ground floor of the building. This storage space measures 4 square meters and provides useful additional space for items that do not fit within the apartment itself.
The property comes with a leasehold arrangement, known in Dutch as erfpacht. This leasehold is valid until December 31, 2035. The current ground rent payment is 26.41 euros per half year, which amounts to approximately 52.82 euros annually. The listing notes that a revision of the leasehold terms will be requested, which means the ground rent amount may change in the future. Prospective buyers should inform themselves about the implications of this leasehold situation and the upcoming revision.
There are two separate monthly costs associated with this property. The first is the homeowners association fee, referred to as VvE in Dutch, which amounts to 100 euros per month. This fee is designated as the owners account and covers garden maintenance, building insurance, and a reserve fund for maintenance. The second monthly cost is 100 euros for service and heating costs, which is the residents account. This covers cleaning of common areas, window cleaning, glass insurance, the services of a building manager, minor maintenance of common areas and the central heating boiler, and an advance payment for heating costs. The heating system is a block heating system, meaning heat is generated centrally and distributed to the individual apartments.
The energy label for this property is G, which indicates a relatively low level of energy efficiency. The apartment has partial double glazing, meaning some windows have been upgraded while others likely still have single panes. The combination of the G energy label and partial double glazing suggests that energy costs may be higher compared to more energy efficient homes. Future owners may want to consider additional insulation measures to improve energy efficiency.
Several contractual conditions apply to the sale of this property. A non occupancy clause is in effect, which means the buyer is not permitted to rent out the property to tenants. An age clause is also applicable, which provides certain protections to the seller regarding the age of the property. Additionally, general conditions of sale apply to the transaction. The sale will be handled by a project notary named Quadrant Notarissen.
The homeowners association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce. However, the listing indicates that there is no annual meeting held, no reserve fund present despite the VvE fee including a reservation for maintenance, and no maintenance plan in place. These points may warrant further investigation by prospective buyers to understand how the building is managed and maintained over the long term.
The total volume of the apartment is 116 cubic meters. The property includes a TV cable connection. The apartment is situated on a quiet road within a residential neighborhood. The asking price is 225,000 euros, which is a buyer cost, meaning the buyer is responsible for transfer taxes and notary fees in addition to this amount. This translates to a price per square meter of approximately 6,429 euros based on the listed living area.
This studio apartment in Mariahoeve presents itself as an entry level property in a convenient location with good access to amenities, public transportation, and highway connections. The green surroundings and quiet residential setting add to its appeal. However, prospective buyers should carefully consider the leasehold situation with its upcoming revision, the relatively high monthly service costs totaling 200 euros, the G energy label indicating limited energy efficiency, and the absence of certain formal VvE structures such as an annual meeting and maintenance plan.