Bright Apartment with Canal View and Three Bedrooms in Utrecht
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with high-quality insulating glass in plastic frames, resulting in lower energy costs and a comfortable indoor climate.
- Recently renovated kitchen and bathroom with modern finishes and built-in A-brand appliances, reducing the need for immediate renovation work.
- Scenic canal view over the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal and the maintained green strip, providing a pleasant outlook from the front rooms.
- Three bedrooms offering flexibility for home sharers or the option to merge one bedroom with the living room for more living space.
- Excellent location in Utrecht Zuidwest with the city center reachable within 5 minutes, good public transport connections, and proximity to Business Park Papendorp.
Downsides
- Paid parking on the public road, adding a recurring monthly expense for residents with a car.
- No reserve fund in the VvE, which could potentially lead to special assessments for unexpected major repairs.
- Small balcony of only 4 square meters with the CV-ketel installed on it, limiting usable outdoor space.
- Natural ventilation only without mechanical ventilation system, which may affect air quality and comfort.
- Building from 1969 which, despite good maintenance, means older construction standards compared to newly built properties.
Description
This well-maintained apartment is situated on the third floor of a neat apartment complex located on the Rooseveltlaan in Utrecht. The property features an efficient layout with a total living area of approximately 80 square meters. The building was originally constructed in 1969 and has been kept in good condition over the years, partly due to an active homeowners association that takes care of the property.
The apartment benefits from a favorable position along the Rooseveltlaan, which is characterized by an attractive green strip that serves as a pleasant front yard for the residents. The green area is well-maintained by the municipality and is frequently used by locals for picnicking and recreational activities. From the apartment, there is a view over this green space and the boulevard along the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. The view from the windows is described as resembling a living painting that never becomes monotonous.
Upon entering the apartment, you are welcomed in the central hallway, which provides access to virtually all rooms in the property. The layout includes the living room, three bedrooms, the bathroom, a meter cupboard, and a separate toilet. This central entrance design ensures efficient use of the available space and creates a practical flow throughout the apartment.
At the front of the apartment, there are two spacious bedrooms, both equipped with large windows that ensure pleasant natural light and a sense of spaciousness. These bedrooms face the green strip and canal, providing a nice outlook. The pleasant living room offers sufficient space for both a comfortable seating area and a dining area. Thanks to the large windows, there is abundant daylight here as well, and you can enjoy the view of the surrounding greenery.
The generous bedroom at the rear of the apartment is pleasantly bright and connects directly to the modern bathroom. The bathroom has been tastefully finished and is equipped with a spacious walk-in shower, a sink, and a sink cabinet. The bathroom renovation has resulted in a contemporary and clean appearance.
The closed kitchen has a modern appearance and was recently renewed. It is equipped with various built-in appliances from A-brands, including a four-burner gas stove with extractor hood, a dishwasher, and a combination oven and microwave. The kitchen also houses the connections for the washing machine and dryer. From the kitchen, you reach the cozy balcony, which also houses the central heating boiler. The balcony has a favorable orientation, making it possible to always find a spot in both sun and shade.
The apartment has an energy label A, which is valid until August 2033. This favorable energy rating is achieved through high-quality insulating glass in plastic window frames. The heating and hot water are provided by a Remeha central heating boiler that was installed in 2020 and is owned by the current owner.
The property is located in the Utrecht Zuidwest district, which offers numerous amenities. Within walking distance, there is a large shopping center. The neighborhood also features multiple parks, a district shopping center, hospitality establishments, a library, and good accessibility by public transport including bus and tram connections. The city center of Utrecht can be reached within approximately five minutes by bike, car, or public transport. There is also good access to the highway network.
For sports and cultural activities, the surrounding area offers many possibilities, including a fitness center and the Den Hommel swimming pool. The Business Park Papendorp is located on the other side of the canal and is easily accessible via the Prins Clausbrug.
The apartment includes a practical storage room in the basement of the building, measuring 11 square meters. This space is ideal for storing bicycles and additional belongings. Parking for cars is available on the public road, but this is paid parking.
The homeowners association is active and involved, with the building being in good and well-maintained condition. The monthly service costs amount to 208.13 euros. The VvE has sustainability plans for the future, though there is currently no reserve fund. There is an annual meeting, a maintenance plan, and building insurance is arranged through the association.
The total volume of the apartment is 259 cubic meters. The property is delivered with full ownership and the transfer is in consultation. The asking price is 365,000 euros buyer costs, which translates to approximately 4,562 euros per square meter.
The apartment is suitable for various target groups. Thanks to the three bedrooms, the property is particularly suitable for home sharers who want to live together while maintaining their own private space. For those who prefer more living space over sleeping space, one of the bedrooms can easily be merged with the living room to create an even larger living area. This flexibility in the layout is one of the strong points of this property.
The entire apartment has a pleasant light incidence thanks to the large windows in all rooms. The combination of the renovated kitchen and bathroom, the favorable energy label, and the good location make this a practical and comfortable home in a pleasant living environment.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ruime inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The bathroom description only lists an inloopdouche, a sink, and a sink cabinet; no bathtub is mentioned.
Ensuite Bathroom
The listing states that the rear bedroom 'grenst direct aan de moderne badkamer' (borders directly to the modern bathroom), indicating an ensuite setup.
Guest Toilet
The layout mentions a 'separate toilet' accessible from the central hall, distinct from the bathroom.
Bidet
No bidet is listed among the bathroom features or anywhere in the description.
Double Shower
The listing refers to a single 'inloopdouche' without mentioning double shower heads or multiple shower units.
Shared Shower
The property is a standard apartment with full ownership ('volle eigendom'), not a shared living arrangement.
Shared Toilet
The property is a standard apartment with full ownership, meaning the toilet is private to the apartment.
His And Hers Sinks
The bathroom is described as having 'een wastafel' (a single sink) and a sink cabinet.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a balcony (balkon) of 4 m² accessible from the kitchen.
Rear Garden
The property is a third-floor apartment with no mention of a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is a third-floor apartment. Although it mentions a green strip that 'feels like a front yard', it is a public area, not a private front garden.
Side Garden
The property is a third-floor apartment with no side garden.
Terrace
The property has a balcony, but no ground-level terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of a rooftop terrace in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment and does not have a fenced yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the outdoor space is a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is present on the property.
Waterfront
The listing heavily emphasizes the 'fantastic view of the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal' and the boulevard along it, which qualifies as waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is in Utrecht, Netherlands, which is completely flat.
Remarkable City View
The listing mentions views over the canal and green strip, but does not explicitly highlight a city skyline view.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing mentions a 'green strip' that feels like a front yard and is well-maintained by the municipality, offering a park-like view rather than a specific garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland and there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The property overlooks the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, which is a canal, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The Prins Clausbrug is mentioned as a nearby feature, but it's not explicitly stated as a view from the apartment itself.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing or features. Only natural ventilation is listed as a provision.
Central Heating
Explicitly stated: 'Warm water en verwarming middels CV-ketel (2020)' and 'Cv-ketel Remeha (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, eigendom)'.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing. A 1969 apartment with modern renovations would typically not have a fireplace unless specifically mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
Only CV-ketel (central heating boiler) is mentioned for heating. Underfloor heating is not mentioned as a feature.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned. Only a 'wastafelmeubel' (sink cabinet) in the bathroom is mentioned. Bedrooms are described as spacious but no closet details given.
Home Office
No dedicated home office space mentioned. The apartment has 3 bedrooms that could potentially serve as a home office, but no specific workspace is described.
Skylight
No skylights mentioned. The listing mentions 'grote raampartijen' (large windows) but no skylights.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. This is a 1969 apartment building which would typically not have exposed beams as a feature.
Bay Window
No bay windows mentioned. The listing describes large windows (grote raampartijen) but not bay windows specifically.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard 80m² apartment in a 1969 building. A private indoor pool would be impossible and is not mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
This is a standard 80m² apartment in a 1969 building. A private indoor sauna would be extremely unlikely and is not mentioned.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. This is a 1969 apartment that has been modernized, making ornamental plasterwork unlikely.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned in the listing. The apartment is from 1969 with modern renovations but no specific Scandinavian features like light wood, minimalism, or hygge elements described.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions 'moderne uitstraling' for the kitchen and 'modern resultaat' for the bathroom. Plastic window frames (kunststof kozijnen) also indicate modern updates, though the building is from 1969.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete floors, or open ductwork. This is a renovated 1969 residential apartment.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned. Located in the Netherlands with no mention of terracotta, warm colors, arched doorways, or other Mediterranean design elements.
Classic
Built in 1969 as a portiekflat, but the kitchen and bathroom have been modernized. No mention of preserved period features or classic design elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1969 and is a typical post-war functional apartment block, not a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1969, it does not fit the early 20th-century (e.g., 'jaren-30') architectural style.
Post War Functional
Built in 1969, this is a classic example of post-war functional architecture designed for mass housing (portiekflat).
Modernist
While renovated recently inside, the building structure from 1969 is standard post-war functional rather than distinctively modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The building year is listed as 1969.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) in the kitchen.
Oven
The listing mentions a 'combioven' (combi-oven) which includes an oven.
Microwave
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combi-oven/magnetron' (microwave).
Kitchen Island
The listing describes a 'gesloten keuken' (closed kitchen), which contradicts the presence of a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly states it is a 'gesloten keuken' (closed kitchen).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the listing.
Stove
The listing mentions a '4-pits gasfornuis' (4-burner gas stove) and 'kooktoestel' (cooking appliance).
Induction Stove
The listing specifies a 'gasfornuis' (gas stove), not an induction stove.
Build In Coffee Maker
A built-in coffee maker is not mentioned in the appliance list.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap (such as a Quooker) in the description.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
This is a standard apartment for sale, not a shared living situation.
Design Kitchen
Described as having a 'moderne uitstraling' (modern appearance) and 'A-merken' (A-brands), but not explicitly marketed as a high-end design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The listing states the kitchen was 'nog niet lang geleden vernieuwd' (renewed not long ago).
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states there is room for parking a car on the street.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a practical storage room (berging) in the basement of 11 m².
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present in the listing.
Double Garage
There is no garage present in the listing.
Attic
The apartment is on the 3rd floor of a 4-story building, and no attic is mentioned.
Cellar
There is a basement storage room, but no traditional cellar (kelder) is specified.
Bike Storage
The listing explicitly mentions an own bike storage (fietsenberging) in the basement.
Covered Parking
Only public street parking is mentioned, no covered parking.
Underground Parking
The basement (onderbouw) only contains a storage room, not a parking garage.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the property description or features.
Shed
The features section lists 'Schuur/berging: Inpandig' (Shed/storage: Indoors).
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren op de openbare weg' (Paid parking on the public road).
Street Parking Permit
Paid street parking typically requires a permit in Dutch cities, and it is explicitly listed as 'Betaald parkeren'.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions an active VvE (Owners Association) with monthly fees of €208.13.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom', meaning full ownership and not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the listing shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist in the listing shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The listing mentions VvE service costs of €208.13 per month.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The property is described as a 'portiekflat' built in 1969 on the 3rd floor, which typically do not have elevators, and it is not listed in the features.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the description or features list, which is typical for standard apartments unless specifically added.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the description or features list.
Private Entrance
The description mentions a 'centrale hal' (central hall) and the building type is a 'portiekflat', indicating a shared entrance.
Automatic Gate
Parking is described as on the public street ('betaald parkeren op de openbare weg'), meaning there is no gated parking area.
Video Door Phone
Not mentioned in the features. Given the building is from 1969, a standard audio intercom is more likely unless recently upgraded.
Smoke Detectors
Not explicitly listed, but smoke detectors have been legally required on every floor of a Dutch home since 2003.
Gated Community
The property is located in a regular residential neighborhood ('in woonwijk') with public street parking and public green spaces.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 3rd floor of a portiekflat without an elevator, making it completely inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions connections for a washing machine but does not state that the machine itself is included.
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly states that connections for the washing machine are located in the kitchen.
Laundry Room
There is no mention of a separate laundry room; the connections are located in the kitchen.
Dryer
The listing mentions connections for a dryer but does not state that the dryer itself is included.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable) under provisions.
Smart Home
There is no mention of any smart home features or systems in the description.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing description or features.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated in features section as 'Dubbel glas' and described as 'hoogwaardig isolatie glas in kunststof kozijnen' (high-quality insulation glass in plastic frames).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifically mentions 'dubbel glas' (double glazing) in the features, making triple glazing unlikely without explicit mention.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states heating is via 'CV-ketel Remeha (gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020)' - a gas-fired combi boiler, not a heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery system anywhere in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has Energy Label A (valid until August 2033), high-quality insulation glass installed in plastic frames (kunststof kozijnen which are more insulating than traditional frames), a relatively new 2020 Remeha CV-ketel for efficient heating, and the VvE has active sustainability plans (verduurzamingsplannen). Natural ventilation is also listed as a feature.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.