Characterful Upper Apartment with Exceptional Light and Three Outdoor Spaces in Hoofddorppleinbuurt
Key Features
Upsides
- Full freehold ownership with no leasehold, which is relatively rare in Amsterdam and provides long-term financial security.
- Three outdoor spaces including a rooftop terrace with water and electricity connections, offering exceptional outdoor living potential for an apartment.
- High-quality renovation completed in 2020-2021 that successfully preserves original 1934 character features such as exposed roof beams while incorporating modern amenities.
- Exceptional natural light in the living room due to the cross-street position with no direct opposing buildings, allowing deep winter and afternoon sun penetration.
- Prime location in the popular Hoofddorppleinbuurt with excellent amenities, public transport connections, and proximity to major parks.
Downsides
- A non-self-occupancy clause applies because the property has previously been rented out, which may affect financing options or future rental plans.
- The apartment is located on the second floor without an elevator, which could be a concern for those with mobility limitations or when moving furniture.
- Paid parking is required through the permit system with a maximum of one permit per household, adding to ongoing living costs.
- Only two bedrooms within 86 square meters of living space may be insufficient for larger families seeking more room.
- An age clause is applicable due to the 1934 construction year, which is standard for older buildings but should be understood by buyers.
Description
This spacious and atmospheric upper apartment is located in the highly sought-after Hoofddorppleinbuurt in Amsterdam-Zuid. The property offers approximately 86 square meters of living space spread across two residential floors, complemented by a private rooftop terrace. Situated on a cross street, the apartment benefits from an unobstructed view with no buildings directly opposite, allowing afternoon and winter sunlight to penetrate deep into the living room. This is a distinctive feature that most properties in this street do not possess. Original details dating back to 1934 have been thoughtfully combined with a high-quality renovation, resulting in a home that balances historical character with contemporary comfort.
The Hoofddorppleinbuurt is known for offering both tranquility and vibrancy within close proximity. This child-friendly neighborhood in Amsterdam-Zuid features wide sidewalks, 1930s architecture, and a diverse mix of young families, professionals, and international residents. The Hoofddorpplein serves as the vibrant heart of the area, with coffee shops, eateries, and local stores. Nearby, the waterways of the Sloterkade and Westlandgracht add to the appeal. The property also benefits from an extra-wide sidewalk in front of the building, creating a social space where children play and neighbors meet.
For daily necessities, residents have convenient access to multiple supermarkets. An Albert Heijn on the Rietwijkerstraat and a Dirk on the Sloterkade are both within walking distance, while organic groceries are available at Marqt on the Hoofddorpweg. The dining scene around Hoofddorpplein includes establishments such as bistro Café Maurits, and coffee and lunch spots Nana and Buno. The popular Lokaal van de Stad is situated along the nearby water.
Families will appreciate the proximity to several schools and childcare facilities. Primary schools De Nautilus and De Notenkraker are located on Theophile de Bockstraat, and child center De Leertuin is within walking and cycling distance. For outdoor recreation, both Vondelpark and Rembrandtpark are nearby, with the Amsterdamse Bos slightly further away but easily accessible.
Public transportation options are excellent. Tram lines 1, 2, and 17 stop at Surinameplein and Hoofddorpplein, while bus lines 15 and 62 are within walking distance. Train stations Lelylaan and Amsterdam Zuid are nearby, with direct connections to Schiphol Airport from Amsterdam Zuid. By car, the A10 ring road is reachable within minutes, and Schiphol Airport can be reached in approximately fifteen minutes.
Access to the apartment is via a shared staircase leading to the second residential floor. The living room is positioned at the front and serves as the light-filled centerpiece of the home. Thanks to the absence of opposing buildings, this room receives abundant afternoon and winter sun. A wall featuring a characteristic Brabants-bonte brick appearance gives the space a distinctive character, complemented by an oak parquet floor installed in 2020. The open kitchen connects seamlessly to the living area and is equipped with a Quooker instant boiling water tap and an extra-tall refrigerator-freezer combination. The kitchen also provides access to a private balcony. A separate toilet is located on this floor.
A staircase leads to the upper floor, which consists of a fully insulated extension. This level contains the bedrooms, which feature sound-insulated dividing walls, and a second balcony. The standout feature of this floor is the bathroom, which boasts a ceiling height of over four meters with the original 1934 roof beams visible. The bathroom includes electrically operated skylights with rain sensors, a walk-in shower with a built-in seat and a lime-repellent glass door by Sealskin, and a custom-made vanity constructed from original Chinese doors.
Storage space is abundant throughout the property. This includes cabinet space on the balcony and in the kitchen, a corner closet in the hallway, and a separate storage room that can also function as a home office. Additionally, there is attic storage space available.
The property offers three distinct outdoor areas. On the living floor, there is a balcony adjacent to the kitchen. The bedroom floor features a second balcony. The crown of the outdoor spaces is the rooftop terrace, which is equipped with water and electricity connections, an outdoor shower, and a storage box.
From a financial perspective, the property is held in full ownership, meaning there is no leasehold (erfpacht) to consider. The monthly VvE (homeowners association) contribution is 120 euros. The apartment is part of a small-scale VvE consisting of three buildings, which is self-managed by the owners. Maintenance is arranged collectively, and minutes from recent meetings are available. The roof of the complex has recently been addressed, with new roof tiles installed, affected parts of the roof decking replaced, and the roof made watertight again.
The property was built in 1934 and features two residential levels with an insulated extension. It offers 86 square meters of living space, two bedrooms, and an energy label C. The kitchen and bathroom were both renovated in 2021, while the oak parquet floor on the living floor was installed in 2020. The extension is clad in red western cedar. The apartment includes double glazing for insulation. Parking is available through a permit system in the Amsterdam-Zuid zone, with a maximum of one permit per household.
It is important to note that a non-self-occupancy clause applies to the property, as it has previously been rented out. Additionally, an age clause is in effect given the building's construction year of 1934. These clauses should be carefully considered by potential buyers.
The Woestduinstraat takes its name from Woestduin, a former country estate in the dunes near Aerdenhout. In 1901, the Maatschappij Renbaan Woestduin purchased the estate and commissioned landscape architect L.A. Springer to design a horse racing track, which closed in 1909. The streets in this part of the Hoofddorppleinbuurt, including the nearby Vogelenzangstraat, are named after places and estates in the dune area between Haarlem and the coast. The neighborhood itself was developed in the 1920s and 1930s, which explains the 1934 construction year of this building.
All surface areas have been determined in accordance with the NEN 2580 measurement standard. Due to differences in interpretation or rounding, minor deviations may occur. Buyers accept any such deviations and cannot derive any rights from them. The information provided has been compiled with the greatest possible care, though no rights can be derived from the text, floor plans, or specified dimensions. All measurements and surface areas are indicative. Interested parties are advised to conduct their own research into all matters that are important to them.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the description. The bathroom is described with a walk-in shower only.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'een apart toilet' (separate toilet) on the living floor, distinct from the main bathroom.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Double Shower
The description mentions a single walk-in shower ('inloopdouche') with no indication of double shower heads or multiple shower stations.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment, not a shared living arrangement. The shower belongs to the apartment.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment with its own toilet. No indication of shared facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a balcony by the eat-in kitchen and a second balcony on the sleeping floor.
Rear Garden
This is an upper apartment (bovenwoning) with no mention of a garden.
Front Garden
This is an upper apartment with no mention of a front garden.
Side Garden
This is an upper apartment with no mention of a side garden.
Terrace
No ground-level terrace is mentioned; the outdoor space is specified as a rooftop terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a rooftop terrace (dakterras) equipped with water, electricity, an outdoor shower, and a storage box.
Fenced Yard
As an upper apartment, it does not have a yard to fence.
Patio
No patio is mentioned in the description.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the description.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned or present.
Waterfront
While the neighborhood has nearby water (Sloterkade), the apartment itself is not described as being directly on the waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are present or mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are present or mentioned.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Amsterdam, which is entirely flat and has no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The listing mentions an unobstructed view and no direct neighbors opposite, but does not highlight a remarkable or sweeping city view.
Remarkable Garden View
The property is an upper apartment and does not overlook a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Amsterdam is inland and does not offer sea views.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or implied.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark view is mentioned in the text.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies an oak parquet floor (eikenhouten parketvloer) laid in 2020 on the living floor.
Tiled Floors
Tiled floors are not mentioned as a primary flooring type, though likely present in the bathroom.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly specifies real oak parquet, not laminate.
Carpeted Floors
No carpeting is mentioned in the property.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned in the listing.
Walk In Closet
Ample storage space is mentioned, but no walk-in closet is described.
Home Office
The listing explicitly states the separate storage room (berging) can excellently serve as a workspace (werkkamer).
Skylight
The bathroom features electrically operated skylights (elektrisch bedienbare dakramen) with a rain sensor.
Exposed Beams
The bathroom ceiling has the original 1934 roof beams in sight (originele dakbalken uit 1934 in het zicht).
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the layout or description.
Private Indoor Pool
There is no indoor pool in this apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no indoor sauna in this apartment.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements are mentioned; the style is a mix of 1930s Dutch architecture and modern renovations with brick and cedar.
Modern
The property features recent high-quality renovations from 2020/2021, including a modern kitchen and bathroom, but retains strong classic 1934 elements.
Industrial
No industrial materials or design cues like raw concrete or steel are described in the listing.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features are present.
Classic
Built in 1934, the listing highlights original details, 1930s architecture, and a characteristic brick wall.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Early 20th Century
Post War Functional
Modernist
Newly Build
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Listing explicitly mentions an 'extra hoge koelvriescombinatie'.
Freezer
Listing explicitly mentions a 'koelvriescombinatie', which includes a freezer.
Kitchen Island
Described as an 'open eetkeuken', but there is no mention of an island.
Open Plan Kitchen
Listing explicitly states 'open eetkeuken' connecting to the living room.
Pantry
Mentions storage space in the kitchen and balcony, but no separate pantry is indicated.
Boiling Water Tap
Listing explicitly mentions a 'Quooker' in the kitchen.
Shared Kitchen
It is a private apartment ('bovenhuis') with its own facilities.
Design Kitchen
Described as part of a 'doordachte, hoogwaardige verbouwing' (thoughtful, high-quality renovation), but lacks specific high-end designer brand names.
New Kitchen
The listing states the kitchen is from 2021.
Parking & Storage
Parking
No private parking spot mentioned. Only street parking with permit (betaald parkeren) is available.
Storage Room
Multiple storage spaces mentioned: balcony closet, kitchen closet, corner closet in hallway, internal storage room that can serve as home office, and 5m² external storage. 'Schuur/berging' also listed in features.
Garage
No garage mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, therefore no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, therefore no double garage.
Attic
'Zolder' (attic/loft) is mentioned in the storage description. The top floor is an 'opbouw' (extension) with visible original roof beams from 1934.
Cellar
No cellar (kelder) mentioned in the listing.
Covered Parking
No covered parking mentioned. Only street parking available.
Underground Parking
No underground parking mentioned in the listing.
Ev Charging
No EV charging station mentioned. The rooftop terrace has water and electricity, but not specified for EV charging.
Workshop
The storage room is described as suitable for a 'werkkamer' (home office), not a workshop (werkplaats).
Shed
'Schuur/berging' (shed/storage) is listed in the features, and 5m² external storage space is mentioned.
Street Parking Free
Listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), confirming street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
Listing explicitly states 'Parkeren met parkeervergunning (zone Amsterdam-Zuid, max. 1 per huishouden)' - parking with permit in Amsterdam-South zone.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No private parking spot is available for rent, so no monthly rental price mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
No private parking spot is for sale, so no sale price mentioned.
Rules
Long Term Rentals Allowed
A 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupancy clause) is mentioned, indicating the property has been rented before, suggesting long-term rentals are permitted. However, specific rental terms are not detailed.
Owners Association
Explicitly mentioned: Vereniging van Eigenaren (VvE) with €120 monthly contribution.
Leasehold
Listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom (geen erfpacht dus!)' meaning full freehold ownership, no leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
Features section shows 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
Features section explicitly shows 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee'.
Oa Fees
Monthly VvE contribution of €120 is clearly stated.
Oa Reserve Fund
Features section shows 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
Features section shows 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
Features section shows 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Other Rules
Two clauses are explicitly mentioned: 'niet-zelfbewoningsclausule' (non-self-occupancy clause) and 'ouderdomsclausule' (age clause) apply to the property.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing states it is an upper apartment (bovenwoning) on the 2nd floor accessed via a common stairwell (gemeenschappelijk trappenhuis) in a 1934 building, with no mention of an elevator.
Private Entrance
The listing explicitly states that access is via a common stairwell (gemeenschappelijk trappenhuis).
Automatic Gate
The property is a standard upper-floor apartment in an urban residential block, making an automatic gate highly improbable and unmentioned.
Gated Community
The property is located in a standard Amsterdam neighborhood (Hoofddorppleinbuurt) and is not described as a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the 2nd floor and is only accessible via a common stairwell, with no elevator present.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Not mentioned in the description or feature list. The property is furnished but no laundry appliances are specified.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions a storage room that can be used as a home office, but no dedicated laundry room is described.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the property description or features.
Smart Home
The property features electrically operated skylights with a rain sensor, but it is not described as having a full smart home system.
Cable Tv
Explicitly listed under the 'Voorzieningen' (Facilities) section in the features as 'TV kabel'.
Water Softener
Not mentioned and highly unusual for a standard 1934 Amsterdam apartment.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the listing description or features; they are typically highlighted if present.
Double Glazing
The features table explicitly lists 'Dubbel glas' (double glazing) under Isolatie.
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions double glazing but makes no mention of triple glazing.
Roof Insulation
The description states that the extension (opbouw) is 'volledig geïsoleerd' (fully insulated).
Heat Pump
No heat pump or related HVAC system upgrades are mentioned in the listing.
Home Battery
No home battery storage system is mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property has an Energy Label C.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.