Spacious Apartment with Exceptional Sunny Terrace and Private Parking
Key Features
Upsides
- Exceptionally large 38m² southwest-facing terrace with electric sunshade, providing outstanding outdoor living space rarely found with apartments of this size.
- Energy label A++ with solar panels installed in 2025, ensuring very low energy costs and excellent sustainability credentials.
- Private covered parking space on secured enclosed premises, eliminating parking concerns and providing protection for your vehicle.
- Well-organized VVE with reserve fund, maintenance plan, and building insurance, indicating responsible management of the building.
- Central location in Mijdrecht with good connections to Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Woerden, combined with a green residential environment near parks and sports facilities.
Downsides
- The central heating boiler dates from 2012 and may require replacement in the coming years, which represents a potential future expense.
- Price per square meter at approximately 6,420 euros is relatively high for the Mijdrecht area, which may affect future resale value.
- Monthly VVE contribution of 172 euros adds to the ongoing housing costs beyond mortgage and utilities.
- The apartment is located on the first floor, which may not be ideal for those who prefer ground floor living or higher floor views.
- Storage space of only 5m² is relatively limited for an 81m² apartment with two bedrooms.
Description
This apartment is situated in a pleasant location within the De Grutto residential building, constructed in 2012, in the Twistvlied neighborhood of Mijdrecht. The property offers a comfortable living environment with a particularly attractive feature being the exceptionally large terrace measuring 38 square meters, oriented to the southwest to capture ample sunlight throughout the day.
Access to the building is through a secured entrance equipped with a video intercom system. Residents can reach the first floor apartment either by stairs or by elevator. Upon entering the apartment, you are welcomed into a bright and well-lit hallway that provides access to all rooms. The hallway offers space for a wardrobe or coat rack, making it practical for daily use. The video intercom installation is conveniently located in the hallway, allowing residents to remotely open the main entrance door on the ground floor.
The living room is a generous space that benefits from large windows, allowing natural light to fill the area. A sliding door provides direct access to the impressive terrace, which at 38 square meters offers exceptional outdoor living space for an apartment of this size. The terrace is equipped with an electric sunshade, providing shade when desired during warm summer days. This outdoor space is truly remarkable and offers numerous possibilities for outdoor dining, relaxation, or gardening.
The kitchen is arranged in a practical U-shape and is equipped with built-in appliances. The kitchen includes an induction cooktop, an extractor hood, a combination oven, and recently updated appliances including a refrigerator-freezer combination and a dishwasher, both installed in 2025. This ensures that the kitchen meets modern standards and provides convenience for daily meal preparation.
The apartment contains two bedrooms. The master bedroom offers ample space for a large bed and multiple wardrobes, providing comfortable accommodation for the primary occupants. The second bedroom is also well-proportioned and offers sufficient space for a bed, a wardrobe, and a desk, making it suitable as a children's room, guest room, or home office.
The bathroom is neatly finished and features a spacious walk-in shower, a washbasin with a vanity unit, a mirror, a practical storage cabinet, and a heated towel rail. The toilet is located in a separate room, which includes a toilet and a small sink, adding convenience for daily use. This separation of toilet and bathroom is a practical feature that enhances the functionality of the apartment.
A separate utility room houses the central heating boiler, the heat recovery ventilation unit, and provides connections for a washing machine. This dedicated space keeps the practical installations organized and out of sight from the living areas.
The apartment is finished to a high standard throughout, with laminate flooring, quality wall finishes, and large windows that contribute to the bright and airy atmosphere. The building features balanced ventilation, ensuring good air quality throughout the apartment without the need to open windows.
On the ground floor of the building, residents have access to a private storage unit measuring 5 square meters, equipped with electricity. This storage space is conveniently located directly adjacent to the parking area. The parking facility is enclosed and secured, providing a safe environment for vehicles. This apartment comes with its own covered parking space on the enclosed premises, eliminating the hassle of searching for street parking. Additionally, there are numerous public parking spaces available for visitors.
The De Grutto building is located in the Twistvlied district of Mijdrecht, an area characterized by its green surroundings. The neighborhood offers pleasant walking opportunities, with parks and sports fields located nearby. The town center is also within close proximity, providing access to shops, restaurants, and other urban amenities. Mijdrecht benefits from a central location with excellent road connections, making cities such as Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Woerden easily accessible for commuters.
The property holds an A++ energy label, indicating excellent energy efficiency. This is further enhanced by the presence of solar panels installed in 2025, which contribute to reduced energy costs and a smaller environmental footprint. The building features comprehensive insulation including roof insulation, high-efficiency glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation.
The heating is provided by an Intergas Kombicompact HRE 28/24 gas-fired combination boiler from 2012, which is owned by the property. While this boiler has been in service for over a decade, it remains a reliable and well-regarded model.
The homeowners association is well-organized, as evidenced by several positive indicators. The VVE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, collects periodic contributions, maintains a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan in place, and has arranged building insurance. The monthly service costs amount to 172 euros, which covers the maintenance of common areas and the building's facilities.
The building is accessible for elderly residents and people with physical limitations, making it suitable for a wide range of potential buyers. The presence of an elevator ensures that all floors are easily accessible without the need to climb stairs.
The property is offered at 520,000 euros, with the buyer responsible for transfer costs (kosten koper). This translates to approximately 6,420 euros per square meter of living space. The apartment is available immediately, with the exact acceptance date to be negotiated. The property is offered with full ownership rights, as confirmed by the cadastral data showing two parcels both with full ownership status.
Additional features of the property include fiber optic cable connectivity, television cable, and the aforementioned balanced ventilation system. The building has a flat roof construction, which is typical for apartment buildings of this period.
prospective buyers are advised to engage their own NVM-certified real estate agent to assist with the purchase process, ensuring professional representation during the transaction.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'royale inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
There is no mention of a bathtub in the description or features list.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout lists 2 bedrooms and 1 separate bathroom, with no indication that the bathroom is directly connected to the master bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The description states there is a 'hele nette toiletruimte met toilet en fonteintje' (separate toilet room with toilet and sink).
Heated Towel Rail
The listing explicitly includes a 'handdoekenradiator' (heated towel rail) in the bathroom features.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Rain Shower
While a walk-in shower is mentioned, there is no specific mention of a rain shower head.
Double Shower
The listing mentions a single 'royale inloopdouche' but gives no indication of it being a double shower.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment, so the shower is not shared with other households.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment with its own separate toilet, so it is not shared.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions a 'wastafelmeubel' (singular), indicating a single sink rather than his and hers sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
Although the property has floor insulation ('vloerisolatie'), there is no specific mention of bathroom floor heating.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The features list explicitly states 'Dakterras aanwezig en balkon aanwezig'.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor with no mention of a rear garden.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor with no mention of a front garden.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the first floor with no mention of a side garden.
Terrace
The description repeatedly mentions a 'riant terras' of 38m2 located on the Southwest.
Rooftop Terrace
The features list explicitly states 'Dakterras aanwezig'.
Fenced Yard
The property is an apartment and does not have a yard.
Patio
The property has a large terrace, but no separate patio is mentioned.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
The property is an apartment with no separate guest house.
Waterfront
The listing mentions a green environment and park, but no water features or waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
There is no kitchen garden mentioned; it is an apartment.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned or present in this apartment setting.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned or present.
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
Mijdrecht is located in a completely flat province with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
The apartment is on the 1st floor in a residential neighborhood (Twistvlied) overlooking a green environment, not a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The listing mentions living in a 'groene omgeving' (green environment) near a park and sports fields, which is likely visible from the large Southwest-facing terrace.
Remarkable Sea View
Mijdrecht is an inland municipality with no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
There is no harbour in or near the immediate vicinity of this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmarks are mentioned as being visible from the property.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not listed among the features or amenities.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly mentions a CV-ketel (Intergas Kombicompact HRE 28/24) for heating.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the description or features list.
Hardwood Floors
The listing explicitly states there is a laminate floor (laminaatvloer), not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
Tiled floors are not mentioned; the description specifies laminate flooring.
Laminate Flooring
The text explicitly mentions 'laminaatvloer' (laminate flooring) throughout the apartment.
Carpeted Floors
Carpeted floors are not mentioned; laminate flooring is specified instead.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned. The heating is provided by a CV-ketel, and a towel radiator is mentioned in the bathroom.
Walk In Closet
While the master bedroom has space for multiple closets, a specific walk-in closet is not mentioned.
Home Office
The second bedroom is mentioned as having space for a desk, but it is not explicitly listed or designated as a home office.
Skylight
Skylights are not mentioned; the property has large windows and a sliding door to the terrace.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams on the ceilings.
Bay Window
No bay window is mentioned in the property description.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard apartment; a private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not mentioned in the listing.
Built-In Wardrobes
The text mentions space for closets and a practical cabinet in the bathroom, but does not explicitly confirm built-in wardrobes.
French Doors
The listing mentions a 'schuifpui' (sliding door) to the terrace, not French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The walls are described as having neat finishes ('keurige wandafwerkingen'), with no mention of ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements such as minimalist mid-century modern furniture or specific light wood types are mentioned.
Modern
The apartment was built in 2012, features a modern kitchen with recent 2025 appliances, an A++ energy label, and balanced ventilation.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial features like exposed brick, metal accents, or open ductwork.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean elements like terracotta tiles, arched doorways, or specific color palettes are described.
Classic
The property is relatively new (2012) and described with modern and neat finishes, lacking classic ornamental details.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed between 2011 and 2020, making it modern, not historic.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed between 2011 and 2020, long after the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
The building was constructed between 2011 and 2020, which is well after the post-war period.
Modernist
Built in 2012, the apartment features modern specifications like an A++ energy label, induction cooking, balanced ventilation, and solar panels.
Newly Build
Built in 2012, it is relatively new, and recent 2025 upgrades to appliances and solar panels give it a newly built feel, though technically over a decade old.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing explicitly mentions a 'vaatwasser (2025)'.
Oven
The listing explicitly mentions a 'combioven'.
Refrigerator
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombi'.
Freezer
The listing mentions a 'koel-/vriescombi'.
Kitchen Island
The kitchen is described as U-shaped, and there is no mention of a kitchen island.
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the description.
Stove
The listing mentions an 'inductieplaat' (induction cooktop).
Induction Stove
The listing explicitly states 'inductieplaat'.
Build In Coffee Maker
There is no mention of a built-in coffee maker in the kitchen appliances.
Boiling Water Tap
There is no mention of a boiling water tap such as a Quooker.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing mentions an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), not a downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The property is described as an independent apartment.
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'moderne keuken' (modern kitchen) with built-in appliances, but no specific high-end designer brands are mentioned.
New Kitchen
Some appliances are from 2025, but the building is from 2011-2020 and the kitchen itself is not described as newly installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing explicitly states there is an own parking place (Eigen parkeerplaats).
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions an external storage room (berging) of 5 m² with electricity on the ground floor.
Garage
Under 'Soort garage' it lists 'Carport en parkeerplaats', implying a carport is present.
Double Garage
The listing refers to a single 'Eigen parkeerplaats' (own parking spot) and singular carport/parking space.
Attic
It is a 1st-floor apartment with no mention of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar in the listing.
Covered Parking
The listing explicitly describes 'Eigen parkeerplaats (overdekt en op afgesloten terrein)' meaning covered parking on enclosed grounds.
Underground Parking
The parking and storage are described as being on the ground floor (begane grond), with no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of EV charging stations or facilities.
Workshop
There is no mention of a workshop in the description or features.
Shed
The features list 'Schuur/berging' (shed/storage room) under the storage category.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The property is for sale, not for rent, and the parking spot is owned, not rented.
Parkspot Sale Price
The parking spot is included with the apartment and does not have a separate sale price listed.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren) with monthly service costs of €172.
Leasehold
The cadastral data shows 'Volle eigendom' (full ownership/freehold), indicating it is not leasehold.
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 service costs of €172 per month.
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'.
Open Viewing
The listing asks 'Komt u kijken?' (Come take a look?) but does not specify any scheduled open viewing days or times.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions taking a lift to the 1st floor and lists 'lift' under provisions.
Intercom
The video door phone system is used to communicate with and open the central hall door, functioning as an intercom.
Private Entrance
It is an upper-floor apartment accessed via a shared central locked entrance and a lift or stairs.
Video Door Phone
The listing explicitly mentions a 'videofoon installatie' at the closed entrance and in the apartment's hallway.
Gated Community
Although the building entrance and parking area are closed/locked, it is a standard apartment block in a residential neighborhood, not a full gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The features explicitly state it is accessible for people with a disability and the elderly, supported by an elevator and covered ground-floor parking.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The text explicitly mentions 'aansluiting wasmachine' (washing machine connection) in the storage/heating room.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions an 'aparte was-/stookruimte' (separate laundry/heating room).
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or dryer connections in the description or features list.
High Speed Internet
The property has a fiber optic cable connection (glasvezelkabel), which inherently provides high-speed internet.
Fibre Internet
The features list explicitly includes 'glasvezelkabel' (fiber optic cable).
Smart Home
No smart home features or systems are mentioned in the listing.
Ventilation System
The text mentions a 'WTW installatie' (heat recovery ventilation unit) and the features list includes 'Balansventilatie' (balanced ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Water Softener
There is no mention of a water softener in the description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The listing explicitly states 'er zijn overigens zonnepanelen (2025)!'
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions 'HR-glas' (High Efficiency glass), which is the standard Dutch term for double glazing.
Wall Insulation
The listing explicitly lists 'muurisolatie' (wall insulation) under the isolation features.
Floor Insulation
The listing explicitly lists 'vloerisolatie' (floor insulation) under the isolation features.
Roof Insulation
The listing explicitly lists 'Dakisolatie' (roof insulation) under the isolation features.
Heat Pump
The heating system is specified as a gas-fired combi boiler ('c.v. Ketel' Intergas Kombicompact HRE 28/24), with no mention of a heat pump.
Home Battery
There is no mention of a home battery or energy storage system anywhere in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features a WTW (Heat Recovery Ventilation) unit, explicitly mentioned as 'unit voor de WTW installatie' and 'Balansventilatie' in the amenities.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.