Spectacular corner apartment on the 17th floor with panoramic views over Rotterdam
Key Features
Description
This exceptional 3-room apartment is situated on the 17th floor of the iconic 'The Red Apple' building, located on Wijnhaveneiland in the heart of Rotterdam's Stadsdriehoek district. The building was designed by KCAP Architects & Planners in collaboration with Jan des Bouvrie, whose signature lifestyle concept is evident throughout the interior design of the residences.
The apartment offers approximately 75 square meters of living space and comprises a bright corner living room, an open kitchen with spoeleiland, two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a separate toilet, and a practical storage room with washer and dryer connections. The total content of the apartment is approximately 251 cubic meters.
One of the most striking features of this apartment is the spectacular floor-to-ceiling window design that wraps around the entire corner of the living room. These floor-to-ceiling windows, combined with two French balconies, ensure that natural light floods the space throughout the day and that residents can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Rotterdam skyline from virtually every angle. The generous corner layout of the living room provides an ideal setting for a large dining table, where you can enjoy memorable evenings while taking in the impressive cityscape below.
The open kitchen is equipped with a spoeleiland and includes a 4-burner ceramic cooktop, a Miele oven, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher. All necessary built-in appliances are included, making the kitchen fully functional and ready for daily use.
The master bedroom measures approximately 14 square meters and has direct access to the bathroom. The modern bathroom features both a shower cabin and a bathtub, as well as a vanity unit with a sink. The second bedroom, approximately 9 square meters, is well-suited for use as a guest room, home office, or hobby space.
The apartment is equipped with an advanced underfloor heating and cooling system, allowing individual temperature control throughout the year. Heating and hot water are provided via district heating (stadsverwarming), which is a sustainable and low-maintenance solution.
The building offers various communal facilities, including a shared bicycle storage area in the basement. Residents of The Red Apple have the option to rent a parking space in the underground parking garage for an additional fee. The monthly VvE contribution is €329.06, which covers general maintenance, building insurance, and reserve funds. The VvE is properly organized with an annual meeting, maintenance plan, and registration at the Chamber of Commerce.
The location of The Red Apple on Wijnhaveneiland is exceptionally central. The immediate surroundings offer a variety of amenities including a supermarket, lunchroom, hairdresser, gym, and several restaurants. Within a short walk, you can reach the bustling center of Rotterdam, including the hip Oude Haven area, the Markthal, the popular Meent shopping street, the Pannekoekstraat, the Witte de Withstraat, and the SOHO district of Rotterdam. The area is well-connected by public transport, with multiple tram and metro connections nearby, making it easy to reach other parts of the city.
The building was constructed in 2009 using traditional materials and methods, with a flat roof covered with bituminous roofing. The apartment has an A energy label, and the property is fully insulated with double glazing throughout. Ownership is freehold (volle eigendom), with no leasehold obligations.
The property is available for handover by mutual agreement. Please note that the seller has never occupied the property, and the non-occupancy clause will be included in the purchase agreement as required by Dutch law. All information provided should be considered as an invitation to make an offer or enter into negotiations. The stated floor area is based on the NEN2580 measurement standard.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing mentions 'douchecabine' (shower cabin) in the bathroom description: 'De badkamer is voorzien van een douchecabine, ligbad en een wastafelmeubel.'
Bathtub
The listing mentions 'ligbad' (bathtub) in the bathroom: 'De badkamer is voorzien van een douchecabine, ligbad en een wastafelmeubel.'
En-Suite Bathroom
The listing states 'De eerste slaapkamer is ca. 14m² groot heeft ook direct toegang tot de badkamer.' This indicates direct access from the master bedroom to the bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions on the 17th floor: 'half betegelde toiletruimte met een zwevend toilet en fontein' (half-tiled toilet room with floating toilet and fountain). This is separate from the main bathroom.
Heated Towel Rail
No mention of a heated towel rail in the listing.
Bidet
No mention of a bidet in the listing.
Double Shower
Only one shower cabin is mentioned, not a double shower.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment; the shower is not shared.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment; the toilet is not shared with other units.
His & Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafelmeubel' (sink furniture) but does not specify two separate sinks. Only one 'wastafel' is mentioned in the bathroom description.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions 'twee Franse balkons' (two French balconies) providing views over the city.
Rear Garden
This is a high-rise apartment on the 17th floor of The Red Apple building. No garden facilities are mentioned or feasible.
Front Garden
High-rise apartment building with no private garden. Common area only.
Side Garden
High-rise apartment with no private garden spaces mentioned.
Terrace
No private terrace mentioned. Only French balconies are listed.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace mentioned. This is a standard apartment on the 17th floor.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
No yard or garden present. This is a high-rise apartment.
Patio
No private patio mentioned. Only French balconies.
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house facilities in this apartment listing.
Waterfront
The listing states the location is 'aan vaarwater, aan water' (on waterway, on water) on Wijnhaveneiland. Wijnhaven literally means 'wine harbor'.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned. High-rise apartment with no growing facilities.
Equestrian Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment listing.
Small Livestock Facilities
Not applicable for this urban apartment listing.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool mentioned. High-rise apartment building.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court mentioned in this urban apartment listing.
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is a flat, coastal city. No mountains nearby. Listing mentions city views.
Remarkable City View
The listing explicitly mentions 'spectaculaire raampartijen van vloer tot plafond' and 'prachtig uitzicht over de stad' and 'indrukwekkend uitzicht over Rotterdam'. The 17th floor location ensures impressive city panorama.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden views possible as no gardens exist in this high-rise setting.
Remarkable Sea View
Rotterdam is not known for sea views. The listing focuses on city views from the 17th floor.
Remarkable Harbour View
The building is on Wijnhaveneiland (Wine Harbor Island) and mentions water views, but the listing emphasizes city views rather than specifically highlighting harbour views.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing mentions 'bruisende centrum van Rotterdam' and views over the city, but does not specifically mention landmarks visible from the apartment.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Advanced floor heating AND cooling system mentioned ('vloerverwarming en verkoeling systeem') which provides climate control similar to AC.
Central Heating
District heating (stadsverwarming) explicitly listed as heating system.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the extensive property description.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly mentioned as 'geavanceerd vloerverwarming en verkoeling systeem'.
Walk-In Closet
No walk-in closet mentioned; only a storage room with washer/dryer connections.
Home Office
Second bedroom (9m²) described as suitable for office or hobby space.
Skylight
17th floor high-rise apartment; skylights not applicable or mentioned.
Exposed Beams
Modern high-rise building; no exposed structural elements mentioned.
Bay Window
Corner windows mentioned but not specifically bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool facilities mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in listing.
French Doors
French balconies ('Frans balkon') explicitly mentioned multiple times - these include floor-to-ceiling door combinations.
Ornamental Plasterwork
Modern building from 2009; no decorative plasterwork features described.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Modern Dutch urban apartment by Jan des Bouvrie with contemporary design elements, but lacks distinct Scandinavian characteristics such as light woods, minimalism, or hygge aesthetics.
Modern
The Red Apple building (2009) designed by KCAP Architects & Jan des Bouvrie features floor-to-ceiling windows, open kitchen, advanced climate control, and contemporary architectural design throughout.
Industrial
Urban location near water and city center with modern amenities, but no industrial design elements like exposed brick, metal fixtures, or warehouse-style features.
Mediterranean
Completely absent Mediterranean influences - no terracotta, warm colors, or outdoor living spaces.
Classic
New build from 2009 with contemporary features; no traditional or classic architectural elements.
Exterior Style
Traditional / Historic
The Red Apple was built in 2009 by KCAP Architects & Planners and Jan des Bouvrie. It is a modern glass tower, not a traditional or historic building.
Early 20th Century
Built in 2009, this is a contemporary building. No early 20th century characteristics.
Post-War Functional
Built in 2009, this is a modern building not related to post-war functional architecture.
Modernist
The Red Apple is a modern glass tower designed by renowned architects KCAP and Jan des Bouvrie. It features floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary design elements typical of modernist architecture.
Newly Built
The building was constructed in 2009 and the listing is marked as 'Nieuw' (New). While 2009 is not brand new, the listing treats it as a new property with all modern features.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions 'vaatwasser' (dishwasher) as part of the built-in appliances in the open kitchen.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions a 'Miele oven' as part of the built-in kitchen appliances.
Microwave
No mention of a microwave in the listing. The listed appliances include a 4-pits ceramic cooktop, Miele oven, koelkast (refrigerator) and vaatwasser (dishwasher), but no microwave.
Refrigerator
The listing explicitly mentions 'koelkast' (refrigerator) as part of the built-in kitchen appliances.
Freezer
No mention of a separate freezer. Only 'koelkast' (refrigerator) is mentioned, which typically in Dutch listings refers to a fridge without a freezer compartment or a separate freezer unit is not specified.
Kitchen Island
The listing explicitly mentions 'spoeleiland' (sink island) in the kitchen description. It states the open kitchen is equipped with a spoeleiland and various built-in appliances.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly describes it as an 'open keuken' (open kitchen). The text states 'Vanuit de hal kom je in de lichte woonkamer met open keuken' (From the hall you enter the bright living room with open kitchen).
Pantry
No specific mention of a pantry (voorraadkast/kastruimte) in the listing. There is mention of a 'ruime berging met wasmachine- en drogeraansluiting' (spacious storage with washer and dryer connections) but this is separate from the kitchen.
Stove
The listing explicitly mentions a '4-pits keramische kookplaat' (4-burner ceramic cooktop) as part of the kitchen appliances.
Induction Stove
The listing specifically states '4-pits keramische kookplaat' (4-burner ceramic cooktop), which is ceramic/electric radiant heat, not induction. These are distinct technologies.
Built-in Coffee Maker
No mention of a built-in coffee maker in the listing. The listed appliances are: 4-pits keramische kookplaat, Miele oven, koelkast, and vaatwasser. No coffee maker is mentioned.
Boiling Water Tap
No mention of a boiling water tap (e.g., Quooker) in the listing. The kitchen is described with standard appliances but no instant boiling water feature is mentioned.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions 'kookplaat met afzuigkap' (cooktop with extractor hood), but does not specify the type as a downdraft extractor. A standard overhead or integrated extractor hood is more commonly implied.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment (appartment) with its own private kitchen. The listing describes a personal residence with an 'open keuken' within the unit, not a shared kitchen facility.
Designer Kitchen
The building 'The Red Apple' was designed by Jan des Bouvrie, and the listing states 'De hand van Des Bouvrie is met name terug te zien in het lifestyle concept van de woningen' (The hand of Des Bouvrie is particularly visible in the lifestyle concept of the homes), suggesting a designed/luxury aesthetic.
New Kitchen
The building was constructed in 2009, making the kitchen 16 years old as of 2025. The kitchen is described as modern and well-equipped but not explicitly stated as newly renovated. The appliances (Miele) and overall condition suggest good quality but not necessarily new.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states 'Bewoners van The Red Apple hebben tegen betaling beschikking over een parkeerplaats in de parkeergarage' (Residents have paid access to a parking spot in the parking garage).
Storage Room
The listing mentions 'ruime berging met wasmachine- en drogeraansluiting' (spacious storage with washer and dryer connections) on the 17th floor.
Garage
A parking garage (parkeergarage) is mentioned as available to residents for a fee.
Attic
The apartment is on the 17th floor of a high-rise building (The Red Apple), no attic space exists or is mentioned.
Bike Storage
The listing mentions 'gemeenschappelijke fietsenstelling in onderbouw' (communal bicycle storage in the substructure).
Covered Parking
The parking is in a parking garage (parkeergarage), which implies covered parking.
Underground Parking
A parking garage (parkeergarage) is mentioned, which typically implies underground parking in high-rise buildings in Dutch cities.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No separate shed is mentioned; only an indoor storage room (berging) is present.
Rules
Owners Association
VvE mentioned with monthly contribution of €329.06, registered with KvK, annual meetings held, reserve fund, maintenance plan, and buildings insurance all confirmed.
Leasehold
Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom (Full ownership/freehold).
Chamber of Commerce Registered
Inschrijving KvK: Ja - registered with Chamber of Commerce.
Annual Meeting
Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja - annual meetings held.
Owners Association Fees
Periodieke bijdrage: Ja (€329,06 per maand) - monthly fees charged.
Reserve Fund
Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja - reserve fund present.
Maintenance Plan
Onderhoudsplan: Ja - maintenance plan present.
Buildings Insurance
Opstalverzekering: Ja - buildings insurance present.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing mentions 'liften naar diverse verdiepingen' (lifts to various floors) in the building description. Being a high-rise apartment on the 17th floor, an elevator is explicitly mentioned for the building.
Intercom
The listing mentions 'bellentableau' (doorbell/intercom panel) at the building entrance on the ground floor with mailboxes, indicating an intercom system is present.
Private Entrance
This is an apartment in a multi-story building, so it does not have a private entrance in the traditional sense. All residents use a common entrance lobby.
Gated Community
The property is located on Wijnhaveneiland in the city center of Rotterdam, in a modern apartment building 'The Red Apple'. There is no mention of any gated or controlled access community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has an elevator (lifts), which provides accessibility to higher floors. However, there is no explicit mention that the apartment itself is wheelchair accessible or that the building meets accessibility standards.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Only washing machine connections are mentioned in the storage room, not an actual washing machine included with the apartment.
Washing Machine Connections
Explicitly mentioned in the listing: 'ruime berging met wasmachine- en drogeraansluiting' (spacious storage with washing machine and dryer connections).
Laundry Room
Storage room has washer/dryer connections but is described as 'berging' (storage) rather than a dedicated laundry room. No separate laundry room is mentioned in the layout.
Dryer
Only dryer connections are mentioned in the storage room, not an actual dryer included with the apartment.
Ventilation System
Explicitly mentioned under 'Voorzieningen': 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation system).
Cable TV
Explicitly mentioned under 'Voorzieningen': 'TV kabel' (cable TV connection).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. The listing mentions district heating (stadsverwarming) as the heating source.
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated in the energy section: 'Isolatie: Dubbel glas en volledig geïsoleerd' (Insulation: Double glazing and fully insulated).
Triple Glazing
No mention of triple glazing. Only double glazing is mentioned.
Heat Pump
No heat pump mentioned. The listing specifies 'Verwarming: Stadsverwarming' (heating: district heating) as the heating source.
Home Battery
No mention of home battery storage in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions several energy efficiency features: Energy label A (excellent), district heating (stadsverwarming) which is generally efficient, advanced floor heating and cooling system (vloerverwarming en verkoeling), mechanical ventilation, Miele appliances (energy efficient), double glazing, and full insulation. The building was designed by KCAP Architects & Jan des Bouvrie with a lifestyle concept that likely includes sustainability features.