Anthroposophical architecture meets modern comfort in Bussum centre
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with full insulation including roof, walls, floor, and double glazing
- Unique anthroposophical architecture by Alberts en Van Huut from 1998
- Central location in Bussum with shops, restaurants, and public transport within walking distance
- Recently renovated bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub
- Well-organized VvE with reserve fund, maintenance plan, and annual meetings
Downsides
- Only one bathroom combining bathtub, shower, and sink which may create usage conflicts
- Gallery flat construction with lift access means exterior corridor exposure to weather
- Paid parking and parking permits required, no dedicated parking included
- Small balcony of approximately 6 square meters for outdoor space
- Second floor without private outdoor space at ground level
Description
This well-maintained and modernly finished apartment offers an ideal living environment for those seeking comfort, tranquility, and a central location in the heart of the vibrant centre of Bussum. Situated in the prestigious complex "Village", this 3-room apartment is located on the second floor and includes a balcony. The building was designed by architectural firm Alberts and Van Huut in 1998, featuring a distinctive anthroposophical architectural style. The complex is positioned on the corner of Landstraat, Kerkstraat, and Schoolstraat. This location has historical significance, as the former Irene Church once stood here, later becoming the Irene Studio where the very first television broadcast in the Netherlands was made. The studio was demolished in 1992. The Vrede Church, located diagonally opposite the complex, was renovated in 2005 and now contains apartments.
The apartment offers a beautiful view over a serene internal courtyard, combining the liveliness of the city with peace and privacy. The central location means shops, restaurants, the market, and public transport are all within walking distance.
Layout and Interior:
Access to the second floor is via a lift, leading to a generous entrance hall with a wardrobe. The remarkably spacious hallway provides access to all rooms. The living and dining room covers approximately 40 square meters and is pleasantly bright, with access to the balcony where you can enjoy the outdoors. The open kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, combination oven, induction cooktop, and extractor hood.
Two bedrooms are situated at the quiet rear of the apartment. The spacious bathroom has been recently beautifully renovated and features a bathtub, walk-in shower, and washbasin furniture. There is also a convenient internal storage room with space for a washing machine and central heating system. The modern toilet includes a small sink.
The entire apartment features beautiful oak flooring, except in the toilet and bathroom.
Construction and Technical Details:
The building dates from 1998 and is constructed as a gallery flat. The flat roof is covered with bituminous roofing material. The apartment has a living area of 90 square meters, with 5 square meters of building-related outdoor space and 7 square meters of external storage space. The total interior volume is 303 cubic meters.
The property is fully insulated and equipped with double glazing throughout. Insulation includes roof insulation, wall insulation, and floor insulation. The apartment holds an energy label A rating. Heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combination boiler, which is owned by the homeowner. Mechanical ventilation is installed.
Outdoor Space and Parking:
The balcony measures approximately 2 by 3 meters, providing outdoor space for relaxation. A separate storage room is located in the basement. Parking is available through paid parking and parking permits in the area.
Maintenance and Administration:
The monthly VvE (association of owners) contribution is 191 euros, which covers maintenance and administrative costs. The VvE is properly organized with registration at the Chamber of Commerce, annual meetings, a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and building insurance. The property is registered in the land registry as BUSSUM B 6106 and is held in full ownership.
Location and Environment:
The apartment is situated in the centre of Bussum, one of the Gooi municipalities known for its charming centre with a variety of shops and restaurants. The weekly market and various cultural venues are within walking distance. Public transport connections are excellent, with bus connections and the railway station nearby providing easy access to Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Hilversum. The Gooi area offers excellent opportunities for recreation, with various nature reserves and lakes within cycling distance.
Additional Features:
The apartment is equipped with a video intercom system for security and convenience. The elevator provides easy access to the second floor, making the apartment suitable for various target groups including young couples, small families, or those looking to downsize from a house.
This apartment represents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a spacious, light, and comfortable home in a central location in Bussum. The combination of the unique architectural style, modern finishes, full insulation, and central positioning creates a compelling offering for prospective buyers.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing clearly states the bathroom has an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower).
Bathtub
The listing explicitly mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom description.
Ensuite Bathroom
The bathroom is described as being accessed from the central hallway, not from a bedroom. No ensuite bathroom is mentioned.
Guest Toilet
The listing states '1 apart toilet' in the layout section, confirming a separate guest toilet.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom description which lists specific features: inloopdouche, ligbad, and wastafelmeubel.
Double Shower
Only one shower is mentioned in the bathroom layout. No indication of a double or second shower.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom facilities, not a shared accommodation.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment with its own separate toilet, not shared facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Explicitly mentioned: 'balkon van circa 2 x 3 meter' (balcony of approximately 2 x 3 meters)
Rear Garden
Apartment in city center with no mention of private rear garden. References 'serene binnentuin' (inner garden) but this is shared, not private.
Front Garden
Central city location in apartment complex 'Village' - no private front garden exists or is mentioned.
Side Garden
Apartment in multi-story building in city center - no side garden applicable.
Terrace
Only a balcony is mentioned; no separate terrace is described in the listing.
Rooftop Terrace
No mention of rooftop terrace in this 2nd floor apartment in a city center complex.
Barbecue Area
No mention of barbecue facilities anywhere in the listing.
Fenced Yard
City center apartment building - not applicable for a fenced private yard.
Patio
Only a balcony is mentioned as outdoor space. No patio is described.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
This is a single apartment unit in a complex with no mention of separate guest accommodation.
Waterfront
Bussum is an inland town in the Netherlands. No waterfront location or water features mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
City center apartment with no mention of kitchen garden or grow space.
Equestrian Facilities
City center apartment in 'Village' complex - equestrian facilities are not applicable or mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
Standard apartment in city center complex - no livestock facilities mentioned or applicable.
Private Outdoor Pool
No mention of swimming pool in this city center apartment listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi or spa facilities mentioned in apartment description.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis facilities mentioned in this central city apartment listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
Bussum is in the flat Netherlands with no mountains. City center location with view on inner courtyard, not mountains.
Remarkable City View
Central city location in 'heart of bustling center' of Bussum. Mentioned 'prachtig uitzicht' (beautiful view) on inner courtyard and city life. May have some city views but not explicitly stated as remarkable.
Remarkable Garden View
Described as having 'prachtig uitzicht op de serene binnentuin' (beautiful view on the serene inner garden). Shared courtyard garden view is mentioned positively.
Remarkable Sea View
Bussum is inland Netherlands, approximately 30km from the coast. No sea views possible or mentioned.
Remarkable Harbour View
Bussum is inland with no harbor. No mention of harbor views.
Remarkable Landmark View
Central location at intersection of Landstraat-Kerkstraat-Schoolstraat. Historical references include former Irenekerk location, Vredekerk nearby. Landmark visibility not explicitly mentioned but location has historical significance.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning system is mentioned in the listing features or description. The property has mechanical ventilation but no cooling system indicated.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Cv-ketel' (central heating boiler) and 'Gas gestookt combiketel, eigendom' (gas-fired combination boiler, owned) providing heating.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Hardwood Floors
The description specifically states 'prachtige eiken vloer door het gehele appartement (uitgezonderd toilet en badkamer)' - beautiful oak floor throughout the apartment (except toilet and bathroom).
Tiled Floors
Tiled floors are present in the bathroom and toilet areas based on the specification that oak flooring excludes 'toilet en badkamer'.
Laminate Flooring
The listing specifically mentions oak flooring throughout, not laminate. The 'eiken vloer' (oak floor) description precludes laminate flooring.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeted floors are mentioned. The listing specifically describes oak flooring throughout living areas.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned. The property has central heating via radiators connected to the CV-ketel. The renovated bathroom features an inwalk shower and bathtub but no mention of heated floors.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned. The listing refers to a 'garderobe' (cloakroom) in the entrance hall and an 'inpandige berging' (internal storage) for washing machine and CV installation.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned in the listing. The building has a flat roof with bituminous covering, and no light wells or skylights are referenced.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. The building has a flat roof (plat dak) and modern interior finishes with oak flooring. Antroposophical architecture typically features clean lines rather than exposed timber.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the listing. The property is described as having a 'prachtig uitzicht' (beautiful view) and a balcony, but no bay windows are specified.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool facilities are mentioned anywhere in the listing. This is a 90m² apartment in a residential complex with no mention of wellness facilities.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing. The renovated bathroom features a bathtub and walk-in shower but no sauna facilities.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing describes modern finishes throughout the apartment. No ornamental plasterwork or decorative molding details are mentioned. The antroposophical architectural style of the building exterior differs from interior decorative plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions modern finishes and oak floors, but the antroposophical architectural style and central Bussum location do not strongly align with Scandinavian design. The overall aesthetic appears contemporary but not distinctly Nordic.
Modern
The apartment is described as 'modern afgewerkt' with a renovated bathroom, modern kitchen appliances (induction cooking, dishwasher, combi-oven), video intercom system, mechanical ventilation, full insulation, and double glazing throughout.
Industrial
No industrial elements are present. The property is a residential apartment in a heritage-oriented complex with antroposophical architectural styling from 1998.
Mediterranean
The listing describes a Dutch residential apartment in Bussum with no Mediterranean characteristics, finishes, or styling mentioned.
Classic
While the building site has historical significance (former Irenekerk where first Dutch TV broadcast was made) and features antroposophical architecture, the interior is modern. Some might consider the architectural heritage as classic, but the property itself is contemporary.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Building designed in 1998 in anthroposophical style by Alberts en Van Huut. While the architectural style draws from anthroposophy (which has philosophical/historical roots), the building itself is from 1998, not representing a traditional historic building style per se.
Early 20th Century
Building constructed in 1998 - well after early 20th century. Does not apply to this listing.
Post War Functional
Built in 1998, not post-war (1945-1970s era). Building in prestigious anthroposophical style, not mass-produced functional construction.
Modernist
Built in 1998, which is contemporary/modern era. Architectural style described as 'anthroposofische stijl' which is distinctive but shares some modern principles. The building is well-maintained and modernly finished.
Newly Build
Built in 1998, making it approximately 27 years old. Clearly not newly built. Apartment described as 'goed onderhouden' (well-maintained) and recently renovated bathroom.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Explicitly mentioned in the description: 'vaatwasser' listed among kitchen appliances
Oven
Combi-oven mentioned in the description as kitchen appliance
Microwave
Combi-oven is a combination microwave/oven appliance
Refrigerator
Explicitly mentioned in the description: 'koelkast' listed among kitchen appliances
Kitchen Island
No mention of a kitchen island in the description or features
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly described as 'open keuken' in the description
Pantry
No pantry mentioned. While there is an indoor storage room, it's for washing machine and CV, not pantry storage
Stove
Induction cooktop explicitly mentioned as 'inductiekookplaat'
Induction Stove
Explicitly mentioned as 'inductiekookplaat' in the description
Build In Coffee Maker
No coffee maker mentioned in the listing
Boiling Water Tap
No boiling water tap (like Quooker) mentioned in the description
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared facility
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as 'modern afgewerkt' (modernly finished) but no specific designer kitchen brand or style mentioned
New Kitchen
Kitchen appears functional and modern but no specific mention of recent renovation or replacement like the bathroom received
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing states 'Betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen' indicating paid parking and parking permits are available in the area, though not private dedicated parking.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions both an 'inpandige berging' (built-in storage) and a 'separate berging in het souterrain' (separate storage in the basement).
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. The parking section only references paid street parking and permits.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists at all, so an automatic garage door is not applicable.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Attic
This is a gallery flat apartment on the 2nd floor with no mention of an attic.
Covered Parking
Only street-level paid parking and parking permits are mentioned. No covered or indoor parking facility is described.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned. Only paid street parking and permits are referenced.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No outdoor shed is mentioned. The listing only references an indoor 'inpandige berging' and a basement storage in the souterrain.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen' (paid parking and parking permits), indicating parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing states 'Betaald parkeren en parkeervergunningen', confirming that parking permits are required for street parking in the area.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions VvE (owners association) with a monthly contribution of €191 and various VvE characteristics.
Leasehold
The listing shows 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' indicating full ownership, not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The listing mentions 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' indicating the VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce.
Oa Annual Meeting
The listing mentions 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' indicating annual meetings are held.
Oa Fees
The listing mentions 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 191,00 per maand)' indicating monthly service fees.
Oa Reserve Fund
The listing mentions 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' indicating a reserve fund exists.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The listing mentions 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' indicating a maintenance plan is in place.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The listing mentions 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' indicating buildings insurance is present.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The description explicitly states 'Via de lift bereikt u de 2e verdieping' (You reach the 2nd floor via the elevator). The facilities list also confirms 'Lift' is present.
Intercom
The description explicitly mentions 'Video intercom systeem' (Video intercom system) as a special feature.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system anywhere in the listing description or features list.
Security Cameras
There is no mention of security cameras in the listing.
Private Entrance
The listing describes it as a 'galerijflat' (gallery flat), which typically has shared entrances/hallways. No mention of a private entrance.
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of an automatic gate. The listing only mentions the entrance via lift to the 2nd floor and video intercom system.
Video Door Phone
The description specifically mentions 'Video intercom systeem' (Video intercom system), which is essentially a video door phone system.
Smoke Detectors
There is no mention of smoke detectors in the description or features list.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific mention of security door or window hardware. The listing mentions insulation and double glazing but not security hardware.
Gated Community
While the listing mentions the prestigious complex 'Village', there is no mention of it being a gated community with controlled access gates.
Wheelchair Accessible
The presence of an elevator (lift) allows access to the 2nd floor, which is a positive factor for wheelchair accessibility. However, there is no specific mention of wheelchair-adapted features in the bathroom, door widths, or other accessibility adaptations. The gallery-flat structure suggests step-free access to the apartment, but overall wheelchair accessibility cannot be confirmed with certainty.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions 'inpandige berging met ruimte voor een wasmachine' (built-in storage with space for a washing machine), indicating the connections and space are available. However, it does not explicitly state that a washing machine is included in the sale.
Washing Machine Connections
The storage room is described as having space for a washing machine, implying the necessary plumbing connections are present in the apartment.
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is mentioned. The washing machine (if any) would be located in the utility/storage room, not a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only space for a washing machine is specified.
Smart Home
A video intercom system is mentioned, which could be considered a basic smart home feature, but the listing does not describe any comprehensive smart home integration.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly states 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under both Voorzieningen (facilities) and Energie sections.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the listing, and this is typically not a standard feature unless explicitly stated.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. Properties typically list solar panels as a feature if present.
Double Glazing
Explicitly mentioned in both description ('dubbele beglazing') and features section ('dubbel glas').
Triple Glazing
Only double glazing is mentioned. No indication of triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolation: 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) is mentioned.
Floor Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolation: 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) is mentioned.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly listed under isolation: 'Dakisolatie' (roof insulation) is mentioned.
Heat Pump
Listing specifies 'Gas gestookt combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) for heating. No heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
No mention of home battery storage system in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Additional features include: mechanical ventilation (positive for energy efficiency), Energy Label A (excellent), and the building is fully insulated with good overall construction quality. The property has a modern renovation including new bathroom and was built in 1998 with antroposofical architecture. However, these are not additional active energy-saving measures like smart thermostats or EV charging.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.