Renovation Apartment with Two Bedrooms in Charming Hillegersberg
Key Features
Upsides
- Located in the popular Hillegersberg neighborhood near the Bergse Plassen, offering a village like atmosphere with green surroundings while maintaining good connections to Rotterdam city center.
- The apartment features large windows in the living room, providing plenty of natural daylight and a pleasant atmosphere in the main living space.
- The property offers complete freedom for renovation and customization, allowing buyers to create a home entirely according to their own taste and requirements.
- The layout includes two bedrooms, providing flexibility for use as sleeping quarters, home office, or guest room depending on the buyer's needs.
- The heating system in the form of a combi boiler is owned by the seller, meaning it transfers to the buyer as part of the property.
Downsides
- The apartment requires complete renovation and modernization, as explicitly stated in the listing, which involves significant time, effort, and financial investment from the buyer.
- The energy label E indicates poor energy efficiency, which will likely result in higher energy costs and may require insulation improvements as part of any renovation.
- The Homeowners Association is not yet established, meaning there are no formal arrangements for maintenance, no reserve fund, no maintenance plan, and no building insurance in place.
- The building dates from 1926 and is subject to an old age clause and a possible asbestos clause, which may indicate hidden structural issues or materials that need to be addressed.
- Parking in the area consists of paid parking, public parking, and parking garage options, meaning no dedicated parking space is included with the property.
Description
This apartment is situated on the first floor of a characteristic building located in the desirable neighborhood of Hillegersberg in Rotterdam. The property at Willem van Hillegaersbergstraat 141B offers a total living area of approximately 55 square meters with a volume of 192 cubic meters. The apartment is specifically marketed towards buyers who are looking for a renovation project and wish to create a home entirely according to their own preferences and style.
The building dates back to 1926 and features a traditional pitched roof covered with tiles. The apartment is classified as an existing build upper floor apartment. Access to the property is through a shared entrance, after which stairs lead to the first floor where the apartment is located.
Upon entering the apartment, you reach the entrance hall which provides access to the living room, kitchen, and bathroom. The living room is located at the front of the property and benefits from large windows that allow plenty of natural daylight to enter the space. The kitchen measures approximately 6 square meters and is also situated at the front of the apartment.
The bathroom is accessible from the hall and is equipped with a shower, a washbasin, and a toilet. The apartment contains two bedrooms in total. The main bedroom is spacious and offers enough room for a double bed and wardrobe space. The second bedroom is smaller but can be used effectively as a children's room, home office, or guest room.
All rooms in the apartment offer possibilities for modernization and achieving a contemporary finish. The property requires significant renovation work, making it suitable for buyers who have the vision and capability to transform the space according to their own wishes.
Hillegersberg is a well known neighborhood in Rotterdam characterized by its village like charm, green avenues, and unique location near the Bergse Plassen. The Bergse Plassen are a series of lakes that provide recreational opportunities and a pleasant natural environment. The direct vicinity offers a varied selection of shops, restaurants, sports facilities, and excellent connections to the center of Rotterdam. Living in this area means enjoying a quiet and green environment while having all urban amenities within easy reach.
The apartment has an energy label E, indicating that the energy efficiency is relatively low. The heating and hot water are provided by a gas fired combi boiler which is owned by the current owner. The property features natural ventilation and a TV cable connection.
Regarding the outdoor situation, the property is described as being located near a park, on a quiet road, near water, and in a residential area. Parking options in the area include paid parking, public parking, and a parking garage.
Several legal clauses apply to this property. These include the old age clause, a possible asbestos clause, and a clause stating that the seller has not personally occupied the property. The notary designated for the transaction is Blom and Pijpers Notarissen.
An important aspect to note is that the Homeowners Association, known in Dutch as VvE or Vereniging van Eigenaren, is currently being established. This means that the formal organization for the management and maintenance of the shared parts of the building has not yet been fully set up. There is currently no registration with the Chamber of Commerce, no annual meeting has been held, no periodic contribution has been determined, no reserve fund has been established, no maintenance plan is in place, and no building insurance has been arranged.
The property is offered at a price of 225,000 euros, which is equivalent to approximately 4,091 euros per square meter. The asking price is stated as costs koper, meaning that the buyer is responsible for the additional costs associated with the purchase such as transfer tax and notary fees.
The listing agent is Max Makelaars, who represents the seller. Prospective buyers are advised to engage their own real estate agent to represent their interests in the purchase of this property.
The measurements provided are based on the NEN2580 measurement standard, which is intended to provide a more uniform method of measuring and indicating the usable surface area. However, differences in interpretation, rounding, or limitations in carrying out the measurement may lead to differences in measurement outcomes. Buyers are given the opportunity to verify the accuracy of the stated surface areas of the purchased property.
The information has been compiled by Max Makelaars with due care. However, no liability is accepted for any incompleteness, incorrectness or otherwise, nor for the consequences thereof. All stated dimensions and surface areas are indicative. The VBO conditions apply to this offer.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states the bathroom is equipped with a shower ('douche').
Bathtub
Only a shower is mentioned in the bathroom provisions. It is a small 55m2 apartment needing renovation, making a bathtub unlikely.
Ensuite Bathroom
The description states the bathroom is accessible from the hallway ('Vanuit de hal is tevens de badkamer bereikbaar'), not directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
There is only one bathroom which contains the toilet. No separate guest toilet is mentioned.
Heated Towel Rail
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the apartment is a 1926 fixer-upper, it is unlikely to have this modern luxury feature.
Bidet
Not mentioned and highly uncommon in standard Dutch apartments, especially older ones needing renovation.
Rain Shower
Not mentioned. The apartment is advertised for 'real do-it-yourselfers' needing full modernization, so a luxury rain shower is not present.
Double Shower
Not mentioned. The space is small (55m2 total) and in need of renovation, making a double shower setup highly improbable.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment ('Bovenwelling') with its own bathroom, not a shared living arrangement.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment with its own bathroom and toilet, not a shared living arrangement.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing only mentions a single 'wastafel' (sink). Given the size and need for renovation, double sinks are not present.
Bathroom Heated Floor
Not mentioned. The building dates from 1926 and requires modernization, making underfloor heating in the bathroom very unlikely.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features
Rear Garden
First floor apartment with no garden mentioned
Front Garden
First floor apartment with no front garden mentioned
Side Garden
First floor apartment with no side garden mentioned
Terrace
No terrace mentioned in the listing
Rooftop Terrace
First floor apartment, rooftop terrace would be impossible
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area mentioned
Fenced Yard
Apartment without yard, no fenced yard mentioned
Patio
No patio mentioned in the listing
Veranda
No veranda mentioned in the listing
Guest House
No guest house mentioned, small 55m2 apartment
Waterfront
Listing states 'aan water' under location features, but this likely refers to the general area near Bergse Plassen rather than direct waterfront
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden mentioned, apartment on first floor
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities mentioned
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool mentioned
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi mentioned
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court mentioned
Remarkable Mountain View
Rotterdam is completely flat with no mountains
Remarkable City View
First floor apartment in village-like Hillegersberg area, no city view mentioned
Remarkable Garden View
Located 'aan park' with green lanes in the area, but apartment windows face the street side
Remarkable Sea View
Hillegersberg is inland near lakes, not near the sea
Remarkable Harbour View
Hillegersberg is not in the harbour area of Rotterdam
Remarkable Landmark View
No landmark views mentioned in the listing
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Not listed in the features or description.
Central Heating
Listing specifies a gas-fired combi boiler (Cv-ketel) for heating.
Fireplace
Not mentioned in the description or features.
Underfloor Heating
Not listed in features; only a Cv-ketel is mentioned for heating.
Walk In Closet
Description mentions closet space in the master bedroom, but not a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The second bedroom is explicitly mentioned as being excellently suited for use as a workspace (werkkamer).
Skylight
Only large windows at the front are mentioned; no skylights are referenced.
Exposed Beams
No mention of exposed beams in the text.
Bay Window
No mention of a bay window in the text.
Private Indoor Pool
It is a 55 m² apartment; a pool is impossible and not mentioned.
Private Indoor Sauna
It is a 55 m² apartment; a sauna is impossible and not mentioned.
French Doors
Not mentioned in the text.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No indication of Scandinavian design in the text; property is a 1926 fixer-upper.
Modern
Listing explicitly states the rooms offer possibilities for modernization, implying it is not currently modern.
Industrial
No industrial elements are mentioned in the description.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements are mentioned in the description.
Classic
The building is from 1926 and described as a characteristic building, suggesting classic elements, although it requires renovation.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1926, described as 'karakteristiek pand' (characteristic building) in area known for 'dorpse charme' (village charm)
Early 20th Century
Built in 1926 which is early 20th century, but not explicitly described as 'jaren-30 woning'
Post War Functional
Built in 1926, which is pre-war, not post-war
Modernist
Listing mentions need for 'eigentijdse afwerking' (contemporary finish) suggesting current style is not modernist
Newly Build
Built in 1926, explicitly listed as 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction)
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is only 6m² in a 1926 building and accessed separately from the living room, making an island highly improbable.
Open Plan Kitchen
The layout description states the living room and kitchen are separate rooms accessed individually from the entrance hall.
Pantry
No pantry is mentioned, and the small 6m² kitchen size makes it very unlikely.
Induction Stove
The property is from 1926 and described as needing full modernization, making a modern induction stove very unlikely to be present.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned and highly inconsistent with a fixer-upper property.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned and highly inconsistent with a property needing complete modernization.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned and highly unlikely in a 1926 fixer-upper.
Shared Kitchen
It is a private apartment for sale, not a shared housing situation.
Design Kitchen
The listing explicitly targets 'klussers' (DIYers) and mentions the need for modernization, indicating an outdated, non-design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The text highlights 'mogelijkheden voor modernisering' (opportunities for modernization), meaning the kitchen is old.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions 'Betaald parkeren, openbaar parkeren en parkeergarage' which indicates public paid parking and a public parking garage in the area, but no private parking belongs to the property.
Storage Room
No storage room is mentioned in the listing. The description only covers hallway, living room, kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms.
Garage
No private garage is mentioned for the property. The 'parkeergarage' mentioned refers to a public parking garage in the area, not a private garage.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists for this property, so there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists for this property, so there is no double garage.
Attic
The apartment is on the first floor and no attic is mentioned in the description or features.
Cellar
No cellar is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Covered Parking
No private covered parking is mentioned for the property. The public parking garage mentioned is not part of the property.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station or facility is mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
No shed is mentioned in the listing.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), meaning street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing mentions 'Betaald parkeren' which in Rotterdam typically indicates a paid parking zone where residents can obtain a parking permit. However, the exact permit system is not explicitly confirmed.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states 'VvE in oprichting' (Homeowners Association is being established).
Leasehold
The listing states 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Nee' (Chamber of Commerce registration: No).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee' (Annual meeting: No).
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Nee' (Periodic contribution: No).
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee' (Reserve fund present: No).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee' (Maintenance plan: No).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Nee' (Buildings insurance: No).
Other Rules
The listing mentions specific clauses: 'ouderdom, mogelijk asbest en zelf niet bewoond' (age clause, possible asbestos clause, and non-owner-occupancy clause).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states the apartment is reached via stairs ('met de trap') and the building is from 1926. No elevator is mentioned.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned, and the property is described as a fixer-upper for 'échte klussers' (real handymen) needing complete modernization.
Security Cameras
Not mentioned in the listing. The VvE checklist indicates no insurance, maintenance plan, or reserves, making advanced security features highly unlikely.
Private Entrance
The description explicitly states 'Via de gezamenlijke entree bereik je met de trap', meaning it has a shared entrance, not a private one.
Automatic Gate
Not mentioned. The property is in a residential neighborhood ('in woonwijk') with no indication of gated access.
Security Door Window Hardware
The property is from 1926 and requires complete modernization, implying standard or outdated original hardware rather than modern security hardware.
Gated Community
The location is described as a residential area ('in woonwijk') and 'aan rustige weg' (on a quiet road) with public and paid parking, indicating no gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the first floor and is only accessible via stairs. There is no elevator in the 1926 building.
Utilities & Technical
Laundry Room
The layout description mentions a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms, but no dedicated laundry room.
Smart Home
The property is a 1926 fixer-upper requiring complete modernization, making smart home features highly unlikely and unmentioned.
Ventilation System
The features explicitly list 'Natuurlijke ventilatie' (natural ventilation), indicating there is no mechanical ventilation system installed.
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable) under provisions.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Not mentioned in the listing. Given the 1926 build year, E energy label, and the description of the apartment as a fixer-upper, it is highly unlikely to have solar panels.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned, and highly improbable for a 1926 fixer-upper with an E energy label.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states that heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combi boiler (Cv-ketel), meaning there is no heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned and highly improbable for an older apartment with an E energy label that requires full renovation and lacks solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions natural ventilation but no specific energy efficiency measures. It is marketed as a project for 'real do-it-yourselfers' needing full modernization, and holds an E energy label.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.