Spacious 4-Room Apartment with Unobstructed Views on the 10th Floor in Bouwlust
Key Features
Upsides
- The apartment is located on the 10th floor, providing unobstructed views, abundant natural light, and a quiet living environment away from street-level noise.
- The leasehold has been perpetually bought off, eliminating ongoing leasehold payments that are common with many apartments in the Netherlands.
- The property has three well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexibility for various household compositions including families, home workers, or those needing guest rooms.
- The location offers excellent public transport connections with RandstadRail 4 nearby and multiple bus lines, providing quick access to the city center, train stations, and coastal areas.
- The building has two elevators and is accessible for elderly residents and individuals with mobility limitations, making it a practical long-term living option.
Downsides
- The energy label is E, indicating relatively poor energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs and could affect future resale value as energy standards become stricter.
- The total monthly costs are substantial at 448 euros (253 euros VvE plus 195 euros for heating and water advances), which adds significantly to the monthly housing expenses.
- Parking in the area requires paid parking or a parking permit, which adds an additional cost and potential inconvenience for residents with cars.
- The building dates from the 1960-1970 period, and despite internal renovations, the overall structure and systems reflect the age of the construction.
- The open house dates mentioned in the listing are in June 2026, which seems inconsistent with the property being immediately available and may indicate an error in the listing.
Description
This apartment is situated on the tenth floor of a residential building in the Bouwlust district of The Hague. The property offers a total living area of approximately 80 square meters, complemented by an indoor storage space of 3 square meters, a balcony measuring 3.2 square meters, and an external storage room of 4 square meters. The building has a total volume of 274 cubic meters.
The apartment is accessed through a secure entrance equipped with mailboxes, an intercom system, and a doorbell panel. Two elevators provide convenient access to the tenth floor, making the property easily accessible for elderly residents and individuals with mobility limitations. Upon entering the apartment, there is a hallway that leads to the various rooms. The hallway contains a modern separate toilet with a small sink, as well as the meter cupboard and an indoor storage area that provides space for a washing machine.
The living and dining area is spacious and benefits from significant natural light due to the corner position of the apartment. This room offers an open layout that connects seamlessly to the modern open kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a five-burner gas hob, an extractor hood, a microwave, a refrigerator-freezer combination, and a Siemens dishwasher. These appliances are included in the sale and provide a functional cooking space for daily use.
The apartment contains three bedrooms, making it suitable for various household compositions. The first bedroom measures 11.5 square meters, the second bedroom measures 8.5 square meters, and the third bedroom measures 10.9 square meters. All three rooms are described as spacious and offer adequate space for sleeping areas, home offices, or other purposes depending on the needs of the residents.
The bathroom features a walk-in shower and a washbasin, presented as a luxury fitting within the property. The interior of the apartment has been largely renovated, with plastered walls and laminate flooring throughout. The window frames are made of plastic and fitted with double glazing, which contributes to insulation and reduces maintenance requirements compared to wooden frames.
The balcony, measuring 3.2 square meters, is described as sunny and provides outdoor space for relaxation or gardening. The property also includes a separate external storage room of 4 square meters, which can be used for storing bicycles, garden furniture, or other belongings. Additionally, there is a shared locked bicycle storage area in the building.
The building was constructed during the period between 1960 and 1970 and features a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing material. The property currently holds an energy label E. However, the building is part of an active sustainability project, which may lead to improvements in energy efficiency in the future. The apartment has double glazing and wall insulation. Heating is provided through a block heating system, and hot water is supplied through a central facility. The property has balanced ventilation, mechanical ventilation, and natural ventilation options.
The leasehold on this property has been perpetually bought off, meaning there are no periodic leasehold payments to be made by the owner. This is a significant financial advantage as it eliminates an ongoing cost that many apartment owners in the Netherlands face.
The Owners Association is properly organized, as evidenced by registration with the Chamber of Commerce, annual general meetings, a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and building insurance. The monthly VvE contribution is 253 euros, which includes building insurance, third-party liability insurance, glass insurance, and external maintenance costs. Additionally, residents pay a monthly advance of 195 euros for heating costs and water.
The Bouwlust neighborhood offers various amenities and facilities. The property is located near Sportcentrum De Uithof, several sports clubs, and sports fields. Shopping options are readily available at Winkelcentrum De Stede and De Leyweg, and there is a weekly market in the area. Public transportation connections are excellent, with RandstadRail line 4 located around the corner and bus lines 21, 23, and 25 providing additional options. The city center, train stations, and the seaside resorts of Kijkduin and Scheveningen can be reached within a few minutes by public transport.
For recreational activities, the Madestein area, Landgoed Ockenburg, and Zuiderpark are all within cycling distance. The property also offers quick access to the A4, A12, and A13 highways, making it convenient for car travel to other parts of the region.
Parking in the area is through paid parking, public parking, or parking permits. The cadastral designation for this property is Municipality of The Hague, section AW, complex designation 2816, unit A-48.
The asking price for this apartment is 295,000 euros, which translates to approximately 3,688 euros per square meter of living space. The property is available immediately upon completion of the purchase process. The designated notary for this transaction is Lont and Lalmahomed, located in The Hague.
The property is described as particularly suitable for starters, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. The combination of elevator access, a manageable living space, and proximity to various amenities makes it a practical choice for these demographic groups. The high floor position provides peace and quiet, away from street-level noise, while also offering unobstructed views and abundant natural light throughout the day.
All measurements and surface areas mentioned in this listing are indicative and based on the NEN 2580 measurement instruction as applied by FOTOZOOM b.v. This measurement standard aims to provide a more uniform method of measuring to give an indication of the usable surface area, though it does not completely eliminate differences in measurement outcomes due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations during the measurement process.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
Listing explicitly mentions 'Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower'
Bathtub
No bathtub mentioned; only walk-in shower is described in the bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Bathroom appears to be accessed from the hall, not directly from a bedroom
Guest Toilet
Listing mentions 'Hal met modern separaat toilet + fonteintje' (hall with separate toilet + sink)
Bidet
No bidet mentioned; bidets are uncommon in Dutch apartments
Double Shower
No mention of double shower; would typically be highlighted if present
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment with its own bathroom, not shared housing
Shared Toilet
Separate toilet is within the private apartment, not shared with other units
His And Hers Sinks
Only 'wastafel' (single sink) mentioned in bathroom description
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a sunny balcony of 3.2 m².
Rear Garden
This is a 10th-floor gallery apartment, so it cannot have a rear garden.
Front Garden
This is a 10th-floor gallery apartment, so it cannot have a front garden.
Side Garden
This is a 10th-floor gallery apartment, so it cannot have a side garden.
Terrace
The listing mentions a balcony but not a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The apartment is on the 10th floor, but there is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a barbecue area in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is a 10th-floor apartment, so it does not have a fenced yard.
Patio
There is no mention of a patio in the listing.
Veranda
There is no mention of a veranda in the listing.
Guest House
This is an 80 m² apartment, there is no space or mention of a guest house.
Waterfront
While the automated features list 'aan water' (at water), this is an apartment on the 10th floor in the Bouwlust neighborhood, which does not typically feature waterfront properties in the direct sense of ground-level water access.
Kitchen Garden
This is a 10th-floor apartment, so it cannot have a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
There is no mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
There is no mention of small livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
There is no mention of a private outdoor pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
There is no mention of a private outdoor jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
There is no mention of a private tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is completely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the 10th floor and boasts an unobstructed view ('vrij uitzicht') in The Hague, likely offering a wide view over the city.
Remarkable Garden View
The location mentions being on the edge of a forest ('aan bosrand') and in a wooded environment, so there might be greenery visible from the 10th floor.
Remarkable Sea View
The sea (Scheveningen/Kijkduin) is mentioned as being reachable within minutes, implying it is not directly visible from this inland 10th-floor apartment.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no mention of a harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned as being visible from the apartment.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Dutch apartments of this era typically do not have AC unless specifically noted.
Central Heating
The listing specifies 'Blokverwarming' (block heating), which is a form of district/central heating common in Dutch apartment buildings.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned. A 10th floor apartment in a 1960s gallery flat would not have a fireplace.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifically mentions 'fraaie laminaatvloeren' (beautiful laminate floors), not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
No tiled floors are mentioned. The listing specifies laminate flooring throughout.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly states 'fraaie laminaatvloeren' (beautiful laminate floors).
Carpeted Floors
No carpet is mentioned. The listing specifies laminate flooring.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating is mentioned. The building uses block heating (district heating) with no indication of underfloor systems.
Walk In Closet
No walk-in closet is mentioned. The three bedrooms are described only by their square meterage with no closet details.
Home Office
No home office or dedicated workspace is mentioned. The bedrooms could potentially serve this purpose but are not designed or marketed as such.
Skylight
No skylights are mentioned. A 10th floor gallery flat apartment would not have skylights.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams are mentioned. A 1960s concrete apartment building would not have exposed wooden beams.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned. The corner location provides light but no bay window is specified.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool is mentioned and an 80 m² apartment in a 1960s building would not have one.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned and this would be extremely unusual for this type of apartment.
Built-In Wardrobes
No built-in wardrobes are mentioned in the description of the property.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The walls are described as 'gestukt' (plastered), which refers to standard smooth plastering, not ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment has light spaces due to corner location and high floor, but no specific Scandinavian design elements are mentioned such as light wood tones, minimalist furnishings, or hygge aesthetics.
Modern
The listing explicitly mentions 'modern separaat toilet', 'Moderne open keuken', 'Luxe badkamer', and states the property has been largely renovated internally with plastic window frames and double glazing.
Industrial
No industrial elements mentioned such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, concrete floors, or loft-style design. This is a standard residential apartment from the 1960s.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned such as terracotta tiles, warm colors, arched doorways, or outdoor courtyards. This is a Dutch apartment.
Classic
Although built in 1960-1970, the apartment has been largely renovated to modern standards. No period or classic features are preserved or mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in the 1960-1970 period and does not represent a traditional or historic style.
Early 20th Century
The building is from the 1960-1970 period, which is post-WWII, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
The building is a gallery flat ('galerijflat') from the 1960-1970 period, which perfectly fits the post-war functional building style designed for mass housing.
Modernist
While the interior has been modernized, the building structure itself is a standard 1960s functionalist gallery flat rather than distinct modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states it is 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction) from the 1960-1970 period.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
A Siemens dishwasher is explicitly listed in the kitchen features.
Microwave
A microwave is explicitly listed in the kitchen features.
Refrigerator
A refrigerator-freezer combination is explicitly listed.
Freezer
A refrigerator-freezer combination is explicitly listed.
Kitchen Island
There is no mention of a kitchen island in the description or layout.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes a 'Moderne open keuken' (Modern open kitchen).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the listing.
Stove
A 5-burner gas hob (5-pits gaskookplaat) is explicitly listed.
Induction Stove
The stove is specified as a gas hob, not induction.
Build In Coffee Maker
A built-in coffee maker is not mentioned among the kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap such as a Quooker.
Downdraft Extractor
A standard extractor hood (afzuigkap) is listed, not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The apartment is listed as having its own private modern kitchen, not a shared one.
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'modern open kitchen' but lacks specific high-end design brands or luxury details to warrant a high score.
New Kitchen
The interior is described as 'largely renovated' (grotendeels gerenoveerd), implying the kitchen is updated but not necessarily brand new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions 'Betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeervergunningen' - street parking available but not private/assigned parking.
Storage Room
Listing explicitly mentions 'Eigen berging' (own storage room) and 'Externe bergruimte 4 m²' in the features.
Garage
No mention of a garage anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, so no double garage.
Attic
This is a 10th floor gallery flat apartment from 1960-1970. No attic mentioned or expected.
Cellar
No cellar mentioned. Being a 10th floor apartment, a private cellar is unlikely.
Bike Storage
Listing explicitly mentions 'Apart afgesloten fietsenstalling' (separately locked bicycle shed) and 'GEZAMENLIJKE AFGESLOTEN FIETSENSTALLING'.
Covered Parking
Only street parking mentioned (paid parking, public parking, permits). No covered parking facility mentioned.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The 'berging' mentioned is a storage unit in an apartment building, not a garden shed. No shed exists for a 10th floor apartment.
Street Parking Free
Listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), so street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as available parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No designated parking spot to rent - only street parking with permits is available.
Parkspot Sale Price
No designated parking spot for sale - only street parking with permits is available.
Rules
Owners Association
VvE-bijdrage of €253 per month is explicitly mentioned in the listing.
Leasehold
Listing states 'Erfpacht eeuwigdurend afgekocht' (Leasehold bought off perpetually).
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
VvE checklist shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
VvE checklist shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
VvE contribution of €253 per month is explicitly stated.
Oa Reserve Fund
VvE checklist shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
VvE checklist shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
VvE checklist shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' and description mentions opstalverzekering is included in VvE contribution.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states there are 2 elevators going to the 10th floor.
Intercom
The listing explicitly mentions an intercom system in the closed entrance.
Private Entrance
The property is a gallery flat accessed via a shared closed entrance with mailboxes and elevators.
Automatic Gate
The property is a 10th-floor apartment in a standard residential complex with no mention of gates.
Gated Community
The building is a standard gallery flat in a residential neighborhood (Bouwlust), not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The listing explicitly states it is suitable for disabled people and the elderly, and has elevator access, though specific wheelchair modifications are not detailed.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The listing specifically mentions a designated space for a washing machine ('optelplaats voor wasmachine'), which implies connections are present.
Laundry Room
The washing machine is located in an 'inpandige berging' (indoor storage closet), not a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
No mention of a dryer anywhere in the listing.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned in the listing. The apartment is described as renovated but no smart technology is referenced.
Ventilation System
The features section explicitly lists 'Balansventilatie, mechanische ventilatie, en natuurlijke ventilatie' (balanced ventilation, mechanical ventilation, and natural ventilation).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the listing, and this is not a common feature in Dutch apartments.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Geheel kunststof kozijnen met dubbel glas' (Fully plastic frames with double glazing) and lists 'Dubbel glas' under insulation.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions double glazing, making the presence of triple glazing highly unlikely.
Wall Insulation
The features section explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation).
Heat Pump
The listing specifies 'Blokverwarming' (block heating) as the heating method, with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of solar panels or a home battery system.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has plastic window frames, mechanical/balanced ventilation, and is part of an active sustainability project.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.