Ground-Floor Apartment with Deep Sunny Garden and Renovation Potential in Loosduinen
Key Features
Upsides
- Deep rear garden of 131 square meters with southwest facing orientation, providing ample outdoor space and sunlight throughout the day
- Significant renovation potential with the possibility to reconfigure the layout to create a third bedroom and open-plan living kitchen area
- Active and well-organized VvE with monthly contribution of only 50 euros, including a reserve fund, maintenance plan, and building insurance
- Convenient location in Loosduinen near shops, schools, public transport, and recreational areas including Kijkduin beach within cycling distance
- Ground-floor accessibility making the property suitable for elderly residents or those with mobility considerations
Downsides
- Energy label G indicates poor energy efficiency, which will likely result in higher energy costs and may require significant investment to improve
- Heating provided by individual gas heaters rather than a central heating system, and hot water from a geyser, both of which are outdated and less convenient
- The property requires substantial renovation work as indicated by the kluswoning classification, meaning additional costs and effort will be needed
- Only public parking available with no dedicated private parking space for residents
- Currently only two bedrooms, requiring renovation work to achieve the potential third bedroom configuration
Description
Viandenstraat 62 is a ground-floor apartment situated in the residential area of Loosduinen, a neighborhood within The Hague. The property offers approximately 65 square meters of living space and features a notably deep rear garden measuring 131 square meters with a depth of over 20 meters. Built in 1925, this apartment presents itself as a renovation project with various possibilities for modernization and reconfiguration.
The apartment is located on a quiet street and is conveniently positioned near the Loosduinen shopping centre, schools, sports facilities, and public transport options. The beach, boulevard, and dunes of Kijkduin are within short cycling distance. The city centre of The Hague, the Westland area, and major highways connecting to Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Utrecht are also readily accessible from this location.
Upon entering the property, you reach a hall that provides access to all rooms within the apartment. The living room measures approximately 33 square meters and benefits from large windows that allow an abundance of natural light to enter the space. From the living room, there are pleasant views of the rear garden. The separate kitchen is located at the rear of the property and offers direct access to the outdoor area.
The apartment currently contains two bedrooms. The principal bedroom is situated at the rear of the property and overlooks the garden. The second bedroom is located at the front of the property and can serve as a children's room, guest room, home office, or hobby space depending on the needs of the occupants. Additionally, the property includes a shower room, a separate toilet, and a practical storage area that also houses the meter cupboard.
A significant aspect of this property is the potential it offers for reconfiguration. The current layout features a separate kitchen that could potentially be relocated to the living room area to create an open-plan living and kitchen space. Should this approach be taken, the existing kitchen space could then be converted into a third bedroom or additional functional room. This transformation would effectively change the property from a two-bedroom to a three-bedroom apartment with a more contemporary layout.
The rear garden is a prominent feature of this property. With a depth of approximately 20.45 meters and a width of 6.40 meters, the garden provides a substantial outdoor space. The garden is positioned on the southwest, which means it benefits from sunlight throughout much of the day. At the rear of the garden, there is a detached wooden storage unit measuring approximately 6.5 square meters. This external storage space is suitable for storing bicycles, garden furniture, tools, and other items.
The property is part of an active Homeowners Association (VvE) with a monthly contribution of 50 euros. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK), holds annual meetings, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan in place, and has building insurance. These elements indicate a well-organized and properly maintained association structure.
In terms of energy efficiency, the property has an energy label G. The heating is provided by gas heaters rather than a central heating system, and hot water is supplied by a geyser. These systems are typical for older properties of this era and represent areas that future owners may wish to update as part of a modernization project.
Parking at the property is available through public parking in the surrounding area rather than dedicated private parking spaces.
The apartment is classified as a fixer-upper property (kluswoning), which means it requires renovation work and updating. While certain elements of the interior are dated, this characteristic also presents an opportunity for buyers to customize the property according to their own preferences and requirements. The property may appeal to first-time buyers, couples, seniors, individuals with renovation skills, or investors who can recognize the potential value that could be added through thoughtful improvements.
The property is available for occupancy by mutual agreement, with the possibility of a quick transfer if desired. The asking price is 275,000 euros, which is calculated at approximately 4,231 euros per square meter of living space. The transaction is on a costs koper basis, meaning the buyer is responsible for transfer taxes and notary fees.
The cadastral designation for the property is LOOSDUINEN G 2733, and the ownership structure is full ownership (volle eigendom), providing the owner with complete control over the property within the bounds of applicable regulations and VvE rules.
The layout consists of a single living floor, making the apartment accessible for individuals with mobility limitations or elderly residents who prefer to avoid stairs. The ground-floor positioning combined with the direct garden access creates a living environment that connects the indoor and outdoor spaces effectively.
Viewings are recommended for those interested in a property with a substantial garden, a practical existing layout, and considerable potential for customization and value addition through renovation work.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states there is a shower room ('Douche') under bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom facilities; no bathtub is listed.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes a separate shower room and toilet, not directly attached to a specific bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a separate toilet ('separaat toilet').
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the description or features.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom facilities.
Rain Shower
The property is described as dated and in need of renovation, making a luxury rain shower highly unlikely without being explicitly stated.
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower; the property is a basic 1925 apartment needing modernization.
Shared Shower
The property is a full-ownership ground-floor apartment, not a shared living space.
Shared Toilet
The property is a full-ownership ground-floor apartment with its own separate toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
No mention of his and hers sinks; typical for a smaller, dated 65 sqm apartment.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No mention of floor heating in the bathroom; the property has an outdated layout and gas heaters.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
Not mentioned in the listing, typical for a ground-floor apartment of this type to not have one.
Rear Garden
Listing explicitly mentions a deep sunny rear garden of 131 m² and 20 meters deep.
Front Garden
Not mentioned in the text or features list, implying it does not have one.
Side Garden
Not mentioned in the text or features list, implying it does not have one.
Rooftop Terrace
The property is a ground-floor apartment.
Barbecue Area
Not mentioned in the listing.
Veranda
Not mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
There is only a detached wooden storage shed of 6.5 m², not a guest house.
Waterfront
The property is located in a residential neighborhood, not on the water.
Kitchen Garden
Not mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
It is an apartment in a residential area in The Hague.
Small Livestock Facilities
It is an apartment in a residential area in The Hague.
Private Outdoor Pool
Not mentioned and highly unlikely for a 65 m² ground-floor apartment needing renovation.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
Not mentioned and highly unlikely for a 65 m² ground-floor apartment needing renovation.
Private Tennis Court
Not mentioned and impossible given the 131 m² garden size.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is completely flat, no mountain views exist.
Remarkable City View
It is a ground-floor apartment in a quiet street, with views of the garden.
Remarkable Garden View
The living room has large windows and a pleasant view of the deep 20-meter rear garden.
Remarkable Sea View
While the beach is nearby, the property is inland in a residential neighborhood.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour is present or visible from this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmarks are mentioned or visible.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Not mentioned anywhere; very unlikely in a 1925 Dutch ground-floor apartment
Central Heating
Listing explicitly states 'Gaskachels' (individual gas heaters), not central heating (CV ketel)
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the listing
Underfloor Heating
Not mentioned; extremely unlikely in a 1925 property with gas heaters
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned; property has basic storage and meter cupboard only
Home Office
Second bedroom could potentially be used as home office but no dedicated home office exists
Skylight
No skylight mentioned in the property description
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned; unlikely in a ground-floor 1925 apartment
Bay Window
Large windows mentioned but no specific bay window described
Private Indoor Pool
Not mentioned and completely implausible for this type of property
Private Indoor Sauna
Not mentioned and completely implausible for this type of property
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned; property is a 1925 fixer-upper described as dated
Modern
Listing explicitly states the property is dated and needs modernization
Industrial
No industrial style elements mentioned in the description
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned
Classic
Built in 1925, may have some classic period elements but not highlighted as a feature; described as dated
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1925, it has traditional elements but is not marketed as a strictly historic monument.
Early 20th Century
The building year is explicitly listed as 1925.
Post War Functional
Built in 1925, which is before WWII.
Modernist
The listing describes the interior as dated and in need of modernization, implying it is not modernist.
Newly Build
Listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from 1925.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description states it has a separate kitchen with no mention of an island, even when proposing future renovation possibilities.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separate kitchen' and proposes creating an open-plan kitchen as a future renovation possibility.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the layout or features.
Induction Stove
The building is from 1925, described as 'dated' (gedateerd), and uses gas heating (gaskachels), making a modern induction stove highly unlikely to be installed.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned and highly inconsistent with a dated fixer-upper property.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned and highly inconsistent with a dated fixer-upper property.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned and highly inconsistent with a dated fixer-upper property.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private ground-floor apartment with its own separate kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The property is explicitly described as a 'kluswoning' (fixer-upper) and 'dated' (gedateerd).
New Kitchen
The property is marketed specifically as needing modernization and is described as dated.
Parking & Storage
Parking
There is no designated parking space for the property; only public street parking is listed.
Storage Room
A practical storage room (bergruimte/meterkast) is mentioned in the layout.
Garage
No garage is mentioned in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage present.
Double Garage
There is no garage present.
Attic
The property is a ground-floor apartment (1 woonlaag) with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the description or features.
Bike Storage
The detached shed is explicitly described as ideal for storing bicycles.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or facilities are mentioned.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
A detached wooden shed (vrijstaande houten berging) of approximately 6.5 m² is explicitly listed.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
There is no parking spot for rent mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
There is no parking spot for sale mentioned.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'Actieve VvE €50,- per mnd' and includes a detailed VvE checklist.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom' meaning full ownership, not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist shows 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€ 50,00 per maand)'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Private Entrance
The property is described as a ground-floor apartment ('benedenwoning') with its own entrance hall leading to all rooms, which typically indicates a private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property is located on a quiet street in a regular residential neighborhood with no mention of any gates.
Gated Community
The listing describes a standard residential street in Loosduinen with public parking, indicating it is not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing explicitly states the property is 'Toegankelijk voor mensen met een beperking en toegankelijk voor ouderen' (Accessible for people with a disability and accessible for elderly) and it is located entirely on the ground floor.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The listing describes the layout including shower, separate toilet, and storage/meter cupboard, but no laundry room is mentioned.
Smart Home
The property was built in 1925 and is described as dated and requiring modernization. No smart home features are mentioned.
Ventilation System
The heating system is described as gas heaters (gaskachels) with a geyser for hot water, indicating older systems. No modern ventilation system is mentioned.
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned, and this is not a typical feature in Dutch apartments, especially older ones from 1925.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. Given it is a ground-floor apartment built in 1925 that requires full modernization, it is highly unlikely to have them.
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. A 1925 property with an energy label G and marketed as a fixer-upper would not have triple glazing.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states that the heating system consists of 'Gaskachels' (gas heaters), meaning there is no heat pump installed.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery. This is an older, dated property with gas heating and no mentioned solar panels, making a home battery practically impossible.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
No other energy efficiency measures are mentioned. The property relies on gas heaters and a gas water heater (geiser), and holds an energy label G, indicating no significant energy-saving upgrades have been implemented.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.