Sustainable 1-Bedroom Apartment with Loggia in Amsterdam's Houthavens
Key Features
Upsides
- The property features an Energy Label A+++ and advanced sustainability systems including heat recovery, HR+++ glass, and solar panels, ensuring very low energy costs and a comfortable indoor climate.
- Located in the popular Houthavens district, the apartment offers a unique waterfront lifestyle with a southeast-facing loggia, while still being only a fifteen-minute bike ride from Amsterdam Central Station.
- The apartment is move-in ready and fully accessible by lift, featuring a practical layout with a separate laundry room, private basement storage, and a goods lift for easy moving.
Downsides
- The property is subject to municipal leasehold (erfpacht) with a current annual canon of over 2300 euros, and while a switch to perpetual leasehold is applied for, it represents an additional ongoing financial obligation.
- With a living area of 67 square meters and only one bedroom, the apartment may be less suitable for families or those requiring more extensive living space.
- The monthly VvE service costs are 286 euros, which includes a heating advance, adding to the fixed monthly housing costs on top of the mortgage or rent.
Description
Located in the vibrant and contemporary district of the Houthavens in Amsterdam, this bright and modern apartment offers a comfortable and sustainable living environment. Situated directly on the water in the heart of the neighborhood, the property is part of the innovative residential building known as The Future. This apartment is designed with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and modern living standards. The residence spans approximately 67 square meters and features a thoughtful layout that maximizes space and natural light. With high ceilings and large window sections, the interior feels open and airy. A key feature of this home is the spacious loggia facing southeast, providing an excellent outdoor space for relaxation and enjoyment of the water views. Additionally, the property includes a private storage room located in the basement of the complex.
The Houthavens area is a distinctive and sustainable neighborhood built on a series of peninsulas along the IJ river. The architecture and layout of the area pay homage to the rich maritime history of Amsterdam. Living here offers a unique combination of waterside tranquility and urban energy. The district is largely car free, making it an exceptionally safe and pleasant environment for pedestrians and cyclists. The location is highly convenient, with the city center within easy reach. Residents can cycle to Amsterdam Central Station in approximately fifteen minutes. For daily needs, the adjacent Spaarndammerbuurt offers a wide range of shops, supermarkets, and dining options. Furthermore, the location provides quick access to popular waterfront venues such as Pont 13 and REM Eiland. Public transportation connections are excellent, with bus services nearby and a ferry connection to Amsterdam North. The proximity to the Jordaan district and Westerpark further enhances the appeal of this location, offering a variety of recreational and cultural activities.
The building itself, The Future, is a testament to modern sustainable architecture. It was developed with a primary focus on durability and comfort. The construction features high quality insulation for the floors, facades, and roof. Windows are fitted with HR+++ glass to ensure optimal thermal performance. The building employs a balanced ventilation system with heat recovery to maintain a healthy indoor climate. A notable technical feature is the recovery of heat from shower water, which contributes to the overall energy efficiency of the property. Heating and cooling are provided by a sustainable groundwater system that powers the floor heating and cooling. This ensures a comfortable temperature throughout the year. Integrated solar panels contribute to the energy supply of the complex. These combined features result in an official Energy Label A+++, valid until May 2036, guaranteeing low energy consumption and reduced utility costs for the resident.
Access to the apartment is via the central entrance of the building. The hallway is neat and spacious, offering access to the various rooms in the apartment. This entrance area is sufficiently large to accommodate a workspace or a large built in wardrobe, providing practical storage solutions immediately upon entering. The apartment is situated on a single floor and is easily accessible by elevator, making it suitable for a wide range of residents, including those with limited mobility. The presence of a goods lift that runs from the street level directly to the basement storage area is a particularly practical feature, simplifying the process of moving house or transporting large items.
The living room forms the heart of the apartment and is generously proportioned. It combines the living area with an open plan kitchen and dining space. The modern kitchen is equipped with sleek built-in appliances that blend seamlessly into the design. The layout of the living space is flexible enough to include an additional workspace near the loggia, allowing residents to work from home while enjoying plenty of daylight and views over the water. A standout feature in the living room is the floor to ceiling built-in cupboard. This custom unit cleverly conceals the television and provides a mix of closed and open storage compartments. This design choice offers ample space for storage while also allowing for attractive styling of the room.
The sleeping quarters consist of one bedroom. The bedroom features a smart partition that creates a pleasant separation within the space, optimizing the layout and privacy. Adjacent to the bedroom is the bathroom, which is fully finished and fitted with a generous and wide washbasin. The apartment also includes a separate utility room for laundry and white goods, adding an extra layer of convenience to the daily routine. The southeast facing loggia is accessible from the living areas and serves as a delightful extension of the living space. It is a sunny spot perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or relaxing in the evening sun while overlooking the water.
In addition to the internal living space, the property includes a substantial external storage room measuring nearly 6 square meters in the basement. This space is ideal for storing bicycles, seasonal items, or luggage. The Owners Association, or Vereniging van Eigenaars, is active and professionally managed by Munnik VvE Beheer. The monthly service charges amount to 286 euros. This fee consists of 214 euros for general service costs and 72 euros as an advance payment for heating costs. The VvE is healthy, with a reserve fund, a maintenance plan, and buildings insurance in place.
A crucial aspect of purchasing property in Amsterdam is the ground lease situation, known as erfpacht. This apartment is situated on municipal leasehold land on a continuous basis. The current ground lease, or canon, is 2346 euros per year. This amount has been fixed until January 15, 2027. The current time period for the ground lease runs until January 15, 2067. Importantly, an application has been made to switch to perpetual leasehold, which can offer long term financial security and predictability for the new owner. The property itself is an apartment right with a share in the community, specifically a 7 over 131 share, plus an additional share for the storage room.
The technical specifications of the apartment underscore its modern construction. Built in 2018, the property is classified as existing construction but retains the quality and standards of new build. The ceiling height is approximately 2.77 meters, contributing to the spacious feel of the interior. The apartment is located on the first floor. It is fully equipped with modern installations including the aforementioned floor heating and cooling, shower heat recovery, and an advanced ventilation system. The building is accessible for people with disabilities and the elderly. Connectivity is also assured with fiber optic cables available in the building.
This apartment presents a compelling opportunity for those seeking a modern, energy efficient home in one of Amsterdam's most dynamic neighborhoods. The combination of a well designed interior, high quality technical installations, and a prime waterside location makes it a standout listing. The thoughtful inclusion of a private loggia and external storage adds significant value to the property. Whether for a working professional or a couple looking for a comfortable city base, this residence meets the demands of contemporary living with style and sustainability.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The text explicitly lists 'douche' (shower) in the 'Badkamervoorzieningen' (Bathroom facilities) section.
Bathtub
The text lists 'douche' (shower) and 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom facilities section. There is no mention of a 'bad' (bathtub), which is a standard feature that would be listed if present. Therefore, it can be confidently inferred that there is no bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout description states, 'De aangrenzende badkamer' (the adjoining bathroom), which directly connects it to the bedroom. This confirms it is an ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The bathroom facilities are listed as 'douche, inloopdouche, toilet, wastafel'. The toilet is included in the bathroom. There is no mention of a second, separate toilet that would serve as a guest toilet. Therefore, it is safe to conclude there is no guest toilet.
Shared Shower
The apartment is described as having 'De aangrenzende badkamer' (the adjoining bathroom), implying it is an ensuite for the single bedroom. There is no indication of multiple occupants sharing facilities beyond the apartment's residents, which is typical for a single-bathroom unit. Therefore, the shower is not 'shared' in the sense of being for multiple tenants.
Shared Toilet
The single toilet is part of the ensuite bathroom. As with the shower, it is not shared among multiple tenants and serves the apartment's occupants.
His And Hers Sinks
The description of the bathroom mentions 'een royale, brede wastafel' (a generous, wide washbasin). The use of the singular 'een wastafel' suggests a single sink unit, even if it is wide. This makes a 'his and hers' setup with two separate sinks unlikely.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The apartment features 'volledig gelijkvloers' (entirely on one level) and is described as having 'vloerverwarming' (underfloor heating) as a general feature ('Voorzien van moderne installaties... vloerkoeling en -verwarming'). It is standard practice for underfloor heating to extend into the bathroom in such modern, well-insulated new builds.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing describes a 'ruime loggia' (spacious loggia) and the features section explicitly states 'Balkon aanwezig' (Balcony present).
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 1st floor; there is no mention of a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment; no front garden is mentioned.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment; no side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The outdoor space is specifically identified as a loggia/balcony, not a separate terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
There is 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 private fenced yard.
Patio
The property has a loggia, not a ground-level patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned.
Guest House
The property is a single apartment; there is no guest house.
Waterfront
The listing is titled 'Aan het water' (On the water) and repeatedly mentions the waterside location and views over the water.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is present in this apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present.
Small Livestock Facilities
No livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Amsterdam, which is flat and has no mountain views.
Remarkable City View
While located in the city, the listing specifically emphasizes the water views over city skyline views.
Remarkable Garden View
There are no gardens to view from the apartment.
Remarkable Sea View
The view is of the IJ, which is a body of water in Amsterdam, not the sea.
Remarkable Harbour View
Located in the Houthavens (Timber Harbour) with views over the water and maritime surroundings.
Remarkable Landmark View
Landmarks like REM Island are nearby, but the view from the loggia is described primarily as 'over the water'.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions 'floor cooling' (vloerkoeling) provided by a sustainable groundwater system, which functions as air conditioning/climate control.
Central Heating
The property features district heating (stadsverwarming) and whole-floor underfloor heating.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the description of this new build apartment.
Hardwood Floors
The description mentions 'high-quality materials' but does not specify the floor type (could be tiles, laminate, or wood).
Tiled Floors
The floor type is not specified in the listing.
Laminate Flooring
The floor type is not specified in the listing.
Carpeted Floors
Carpeting is highly unlikely in a Dutch new build apartment, especially one equipped with underfloor heating and cooling.
Underfloor Heating
The listing explicitly states 'gehele vloerverwarming' (entire underfloor heating) and a groundwater system for heating.
Walk In Closet
The description mentions a 'clever partition' in the bedroom and a floor-to-ceiling cupboard, but does not describe a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The text explicitly mentions space for a 'workplek' (workspace) in the entrance and an 'extra workspace' in the living area.
Skylight
The listing mentions 'large window sections' but no skylights.
Exposed Beams
As a modern, finished new build apartment, exposed beams are not a feature.
Bay Window
The listing mentions large windows and a loggia, but no bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment; a private pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing specifically mentions a 'tot aan het plafond doorlopende inbouwkast' (floor-to-ceiling built-in cupboard) in the living room.
French Doors
Access to the loggia in modern Dutch new builds is typically via sliding doors rather than hinged French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
This is a modern new build (2018) and does not feature ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The apartment is bright, new, and has a 'smart layout', which can align with Scandinavian design principles, but it is explicitly described as 'contemporary' rather than specifically Scandinavian.
Modern
The listing explicitly describes the property as a 'contemporary new-build apartment' with a 'modern open kitchen' and 'sleek built-in appliances'.
Industrial
The property is a sustainable new build (2018) in the Houthavens, but features high-quality finishes and insulation without mentioning typical industrial elements like exposed concrete or brick.
Mediterranean
The property is located in Amsterdam and is a modern new build; there are no Mediterranean architectural features described.
Classic
This is a new build apartment from 2018, not a classic or period-style home.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is a new build from 2018, described as 'contemporary' and 'modern', not historic.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2018.
Post War Functional
The building is a modern new build, not a post-war reconstruction building.
Modernist
The listing describes a 'contemporary new-build apartment' called 'The Future' with a smart layout and modern aesthetics.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states 'nieuwbouwappartement' (new-build apartment) and the construction year is 2018.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states: 'The spacious living room with open-plan kitchen and dining area forms the heart of the home.'
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment, not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'modern' with 'sleek built-in appliances' and 'high-quality materials' in a 'contemporary' building, suggesting a design aesthetic typical of the area's new builds, though no specific designer brand is cited.
New Kitchen
The building was constructed in 2018 (new-build). The kitchen is original to the property. While modern, it is not brand new (approx. 6 years old).
Parking & Storage
Parking
No mention of dedicated parking in the listing. In Amsterdam's Houthavens area, parking is typically limited and not included with apartments unless specifically stated.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 5.9 m² external storage room in the basement
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage is mentioned, so there wouldn't be an automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage is mentioned, so there wouldn't be a double garage.
Attic
The listing describes the apartment layout but doesn't mention an attic.
Cellar
There's an external storage in the basement, but no mention of a cellar specifically as part of the apartment.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned in the listing.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
There's an external storage of 5.9 m² in the basement, which could be considered a shed.
Street Parking Free
In Amsterdam's Houthavens area, street parking is typically not free, and there's no mention of it being free.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No parking spot is mentioned, so no rental price is provided.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is mentioned, so no sale price is provided.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions an 'Active Owners' Association (VvE)' and details the monthly service costs.
Leasehold
The listing states the property is situated on municipal leasehold land ('gemeentelijke erfpachtgrond') and provides details on the canon.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the listing explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist in the listing explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing details 'Service costs of €286 per month' and the VvE checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist in the listing explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist in the listing explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist in the listing explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions 'bereikbaar per lift' (accessible by lift) in the description and lists 'lift' in the features section.
Private Entrance
The description states the home is entered via a 'centrale entree' (central entrance), indicating it is a shared entrance.
Automatic Gate
The property has a central entrance and is located in a largely car-free area; no gates are mentioned.
Gated Community
The Houthavens is a public urban district; the listing mentions public access, buses, and ferries, not a gated perimeter.
Wheelchair Accessible
The feature list explicitly states 'Toegankelijk voor mensen met een beperking en toegankelijk voor ouderen' (Accessible for people with disabilities and elderly), the apartment is on one level ('volledig gelijkvloers'), and it is accessible by lift.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The presence of a 'separate utility room' (separate wasruimte) strongly implies the existence of plumbing and connections for laundry appliances.
Laundry Room
The description explicitly mentions a 'separate wasruimte' (separate utility room) and a 'separate utility room' in the English text.
High Speed Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable), which constitutes a high-speed internet connection.
Fibre Internet
The feature list explicitly states 'Glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
The word 'smart' is used only to describe the layout ('slimme indeling') and a partition. There is no mention of home automation or smart home technology.
Ventilation System
The listing describes 'balansventilatie met warmteterugwinning' (balanced ventilation with heat recovery) and lists 'mechanische ventilatie' in the features.
Water Softener
The listing mentions a groundwater system for heating/cooling and heat recovery, but makes no mention of a water softening system.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly mentions 'geïntegreerde zonnepanelen' (integrated solar panels) in the description and lists 'zonnepanelen' in the features section.
Double Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR+++ beglazing' (HR+++ glazing), which in the Netherlands typically refers to triple glazing rather than standard double glazing.
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'HR+++ beglazing', which is the Dutch standard designation for high-efficiency triple glazing.
Wall Insulation
The text states the building has 'hoogwaardige ... gevelisolatie' (high-quality facade insulation) and 'muurisolatie' is listed in the features.
Floor Insulation
The text states the building has 'hoogwaardige vloerisolatie' (high-quality floor insulation) and 'vloerisolatie' is listed in the features.
Roof Insulation
The text states the building has 'hoogwaardige dakisolatie' (high-quality roof insulation) and 'dakisolatie' is listed in the features.
Heat Pump
The features section explicitly lists 'warmtepomp' (heat pump), and the description mentions a sustainable groundwater system for heating and cooling.
Home Battery
The listing details various sustainability features such as solar panels and heat pumps but does not mention a home battery, implying it is likely not present.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing describes several additional sustainability features including ventilation systems and heat recovery.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.