Spacious Apartment with Garage and Roof Terrace in Zaandam Center
Key Features
Upsides
- The apartment is located on its own ground (volle eigendom), meaning there is no leasehold (erfpacht) to pay.
- The property includes a private roof terrace of 25 square meters, which is a significant outdoor space for a city apartment.
- A private garage box with electricity is included, providing secure parking and storage in the busy city center.
- The monthly service costs (VvE) are very low at only 75 euros per month.
- Energy label C indicates a relatively energy-efficient home for its construction year (1993).
Downsides
- The heating and hot water are provided by electric systems (electrische verwarming and elektrische boiler), which generally results in higher energy costs compared to gas or heat networks.
- The apartment has a living area of 55 square meters with only one bedroom, which might be too small for families or those needing a separate workspace.
- The property is located in the city center, which could imply noise from the surroundings or busy traffic, despite the mention of a 'rustige' flat.
- The property was built in 1993, meaning it may have older technical installations compared to new builds.
Description
This beautiful starter apartment is situated in the vibrant heart of Zaandam, offering a comfortable and modern living experience. Located on the Zuiddijk, the property is positioned in a lively urban area that provides residents with immediate access to a wide range of amenities, including various shops, boutiques, and hospitality establishments. The apartment is located on the first floor and boasts a wide and unobstructed view towards the Zaan, providing a sense of space and freedom that is highly valued in city living. Built in 1993, the residence has a living area of 55 square meters and is maintained in good condition both internally and externally. The property is an excellent choice for starters, singles, or couples looking for a home that combines the dynamics of the city with the comfort of a private retreat.
Upon entering the apartment, you are welcomed into a light and inviting living room. The large windows ensure that an abundance of natural light enters the space, enhancing the feeling of openness. The open kitchen is practically designed and equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking. The layout of the apartment is efficient, comprising a total of two rooms. There is one comfortable bedroom, providing a quiet space to rest. The bathroom is described as luxurious and features a walk-in shower and a vanity cabinet with a sink. A separate toilet is also present, adding to the convenience of the floor plan. The apartment features electric heating and an electric boiler for warm water supply, ensuring that the essential domestic needs are met. Additional provisions include mechanical ventilation and a TV cable connection, contributing to a modern and comfortable living environment.
One of the most remarkable features of this property is the private outdoor space. The apartment includes a roof terrace measuring 25 square meters. This terrace offers a perfect spot to escape the busy city life and enjoy some fresh air. Whether you want to relax in the sun or enjoy a homemade meal outdoors, this space provides a valuable extension of the living area. Furthermore, the property comes with the significant benefit of a private garage box. The garage is located on the premises and is equipped with electricity. Having a private parking space in the city center is a major advantage, as it eliminates the stress of searching for a parking spot and provides a secure place to store your vehicle.
The apartment is located on its own land, which is a financially attractive aspect as there is no ground lease to pay. The Owners Association (VvE) is active and professionally managed. The monthly contribution to the VvE is notably low at 75 euros. The association is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, has a maintenance plan in place, and maintains a reserve fund. Building insurance is also arranged, ensuring that the property and the shared interests are well protected. The property has an energy label C, which indicates a reasonable level of energy efficiency for a building from this period.
Living in the center of Zaandam means enjoying the best of two worlds. On one hand, you have the city buzz with all its conveniences and social life right at your doorstep. On the other hand, the apartment itself and the roof terrace offer a peaceful haven where you can unwind. The location on the Zuiddijk is central yet offers a free view, so you do not feel overlooked. The property is available for immediate acceptance, making it a ready to move into home for prospective buyers. With its combination of a good size, private outdoor space, parking, and central location, this apartment presents a unique opportunity for those wanting to live in Zaandam.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions an 'inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The listing describes a walk-in shower and does not mention a bathtub in the bathroom features.
Ensuite Bathroom
The apartment has 2 rooms (1 bedroom) and 1 bathroom with a separate toilet, suggesting a standard layout rather than ensuite.
Guest Toilet
The features list explicitly states '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet' (1 bathroom and 1 separate toilet).
Bidet
No bidet is listed in the bathroom features (Inloopdouche, wastafel, en wastafelmeubel).
Double Shower
Only a single 'inloopdouche' is mentioned without details indicating it is a double shower.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment, so the shower is private.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment with its own separate toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'wastafel' (singular), not multiple sinks.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a 'dakterras' (rooftop terrace) but does not mention a standard balcony.
Rear Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment in the city center, so it does not have a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment in the city center, so it does not have a front garden.
Side Garden
The property is a first-floor apartment in the city center, so it does not have a side garden.
Terrace
While the property has a 'dakterras', the specific key 'rooftop_terrace' covers this feature more accurately. It does not appear to have a ground-level terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly states 'eigen dakterras van 25 m²' and 'Ruim dakterras beschikbaar'.
Barbecue Area
There is no mention of a specific barbecue area or facilities, only the presence of a terrace.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment with a rooftop terrace, not a fenced yard.
Patio
The property has a rooftop terrace. A patio is typically a ground-level paved area.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
This is a 55m² apartment with one bedroom, making a guest house impossible.
Waterfront
The listing mentions a view towards the Zaan, but the apartment is located in the city center (Zuiddijk), not directly on the waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
The property is an apartment without a garden.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a city center apartment; no equestrian facilities are present.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is a city center apartment; no small livestock facilities are present.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
This is an apartment; no tennis court is present.
Remarkable Mountain View
The Netherlands is flat; there are no mountains in Zaandam.
Remarkable City View
Located in the heart of Zaandam's city center, offering a view of the urban environment.
Remarkable Garden View
The apartment faces the city and the Zaan, not a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Zaandam is inland, so there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The listing highlights a 'weids en onbelemmerd uitzicht richting de Zaan', which is a river/harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark is mentioned, only the general city and river view.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned in the listing. In the Netherlands, it is uncommon in apartments unless explicitly stated as a feature. Only mechanical ventilation is listed.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'Verwarming: Elektrische verwarming' (Electric heating). In the context of Dutch real estate, this distinguishes it from standard 'central heating' (CV), which typically refers to gas-fired systems.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace. The apartment relies on electric heating, making a traditional fireplace unlikely.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned. With explicit mention of 'electric heating' (usually convection panels or blocks in this type of apartment), underfloor heating is unlikely.
Walk In Closet
The apartment is 55m² with only one bedroom. It is unlikely there is space for a separate walk-in closet, and none is mentioned.
Home Office
The apartment consists of 2 rooms (living room and 1 bedroom). There is no mention of a dedicated workspace or third room for a home office.
Skylight
The apartment is on the first floor (eerste verdieping) and has large windows, but there is no mention of skylights (dakramen).
Exposed Beams
Exposed beams are not mentioned. The building is from 1993, typical of standard apartment construction with finished ceilings.
Bay Window
The text mentions 'grote ramen' (large windows), but does not describe a specific bay window (erker) structure.
Private Indoor Pool
A private indoor pool is impossible in a 55m² apartment.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna is mentioned, and the size of the apartment (55m²) makes it highly unlikely to accommodate one.
French Doors
The apartment has a roof terrace, but the access point is not described as French doors. It is likely a standard door or sliding door given the build year.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamentation is mentioned. A 1993 build typically features standard, modern finishes without ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No specific Scandinavian design elements (such as specific minimalism, light wood types, or color palettes) are described in the text. The description is generic for a starter apartment.
Modern
The apartment was built in 1993, which is relatively recent but not brand new. However, the listing mentions a 'luxe badkamer' (luxury bathroom) and an open kitchen, suggesting contemporary updates or a modern feel compared to older architecture.
Industrial
There are no descriptions of industrial features like exposed brick, concrete walls, or open loft layouts typical of industrial conversions.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean architectural elements (e.g., terracotta, arches, white stucco) are mentioned. The roof terrace is an outdoor space but does not define the architectural style.
Classic
The property was built in 1993, which places it in the modern era of construction rather than the classic period (pre-WWII) often associated with classic style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1993.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 1993.
Post War Functional
Built in 1993, it fits the broader post-war era of functional mass housing, although it is newer than the typical reconstruction period.
Modernist
Built in 1993, it represents a modern style of apartment living, though the specific architectural style isn't detailed.
Newly Build
The building is from 1993, which is not considered newly built.
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The text explicitly states 'De open keuken is praktisch' (The open kitchen is practical).
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment ('volle eigendom', 'starters appartement'), not a shared living space.
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as 'practical' rather than 'design'. No luxury brands are mentioned.
New Kitchen
The apartment was built in 1993 and there is no mention of a kitchen renovation. The kitchen is described as practical.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions 'Parkeerfaciliteiten op eigen terrein' (Parking facilities on own grounds) and includes a garage.
Storage Room
The features section explicitly lists 'Externe bergruimte 15 m²' (External storage space 15 m²).
Garage
The description and features explicitly state there is an 'eigen garage' (private garage) and 'Garagebox'.
Double Garage
The features section specifies the garage capacity is '1 auto' (1 car).
Covered Parking
The property has a garagebox, which provides covered parking.
Underground Parking
The parking is described as a 'Garagebox' on 'eigen terrein' (own ground), not an underground parking garage.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The garage is owned and included in the property, not rented.
Parkspot Sale Price
The garage is included in the asking price of the apartment; no separate sale price is listed for the spot.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a VvE contribution (€75/month) and provides a VvE checklist.
Leasehold
The listing states 'Appartement is gelegen op eigen grond!' and 'Eigendomssituatie: Volle eigendom'.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja'.
Oa Fees
The listing mentions 'Bijdrage VVE slechts €75 p/m' and 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing does not mention an elevator. The apartment is on the first floor, and for a building from 1993, the absence of an elevator is common and would typically be highlighted if present.
Intercom
No intercom system is explicitly mentioned in the listing description or features.
Alarm System
No alarm system is mentioned in the text.
Security Cameras
No security cameras are mentioned in the text.
Private Entrance
The property is described as an 'bovenwoning' (upper apartment) on the first floor, which implies access via a shared staircase rather than a private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
No automatic gate is mentioned for the garage or property entrance.
Video Door Phone
No video door phone is mentioned in the features.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors are not listed in the amenities, despite likely being legally required.
Security Door Window Hardware
No specific security hardware for doors or windows is mentioned.
Gated Community
The property is located in the center of Zaandam and is a standard apartment, not part of a secured or gated complex.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the first floor with no mention of an elevator, making it inaccessible for wheelchairs without navigating stairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
It is standard for apartments built in 1993 with a kitchen and bathroom to have connections, though not explicitly stated.
Laundry Room
The apartment has a total area of 55m² with only 2 rooms (1 bedroom), making a separate laundry room highly unlikely.
High Speed Internet
The property is located in the city center of Zaandam and has a cable TV connection, which typically facilitates high-speed internet availability.
Smart Home
The building is from 1993 with electric heating, and there is no mention of smart home technology or specific smart installations.
Ventilation System
The listing explicitly mentions 'mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) in the text and features.
Cable Tv
The listing explicitly mentions 'tv-kabelaansluiting' (TV cable connection) in the text and features.
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener, which is not a standard feature in Dutch apartments of this age and type.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
Solar panels are not mentioned in the description or features list. Given the apartment has electric heating and an electric boiler, solar panels would be a significant selling point to offset costs, so their absence suggests they are not present.
Triple Glazing
Triple glazing is not mentioned. The building was constructed in 1993, a time when triple glazing was not standard in the Netherlands, making it highly unlikely to be present.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly states 'Elektrische verwarming' (Electric heating) and an 'Elektrische boiler'. A heat pump would typically be listed as 'Warmtepomp' if installed. The terminology suggests resistance heating rather than a heat pump.
Home Battery
A home battery is not mentioned and is extremely rare in 1993 apartments.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation) under the provisions.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.