About the house
Attention DIY enthusiasts. Well-laid-out, spacious 3-room apartment (4 rooms possible) of approx. 74 m² on the third floor of a small-scale apartment complex in Amsterdam Slotervaart. The property has an open and lively view at the front and is very quiet at the rear.
Surroundings:
The location is very central, close to the A4, A9, and A10 motorways, and near tram, metro, and Intercity train station Lelylaan. Opposite the property is Sierplein and Johan Huizingalaan, where various shops can be found, including several large supermarkets, restaurants, and retail stores. The Sloterplas lake is within walking distance, where you can sail, picnic, walk, or run, and Vondelpark can be reached within 10 minutes by bike.
Lees verderIt is a 20-minute bike ride to Amsterdam city center.
Layout:
Ground floor:
Shared entrance and stairwell.
Third floor:
Entrance hall and corridor. The bright living room at the front is spacious and provides access to the west-facing balcony. Due to the large windows and the location on the third floor, the home receives plenty of natural light. The kitchen is located at the rear and features an older kitchen unit, countertop, and various built-in appliances. The bathroom includes a bathtub and a sink. The toilet is separate. There are two well-sized bedrooms. If desired, an extra bedroom can be created in the large living room by adding a wall.
On the top floor there is a storage room with electricity, and on the ground floor there is a shared bicycle storage area.
Homeowners’ Association (VvE) – Flatgebouw Johan Huizingalaan II, Amsterdam:
The building is professionally managed by an active and healthy homeowners’ association. Administration, finances, and technical maintenance are outsourced to a property manager. The monthly contribution is €199.93.
Land situation:
The apartment is located on a continuous leasehold (erfpacht). The leasehold period runs until 30 November 2033, with an annual ground rent (canon) of €99.38. There is an indication of a possible switch to perpetual leasehold, with either an annual ground rent or a buyout option (approximately €1,700 per year or €60,000 for full buyout, respectively). Periodic leasehold payments are tax-deductible.
The neighbourhood is designated as a post-war reconstruction area of national importance (Westelijke Tuinsteden).
Parking:
Parking is available in front of the building via a parking permit (maximum 2 cars, permit area Nieuw-West 4, €59.10 for the first car per 6 months and €147.76 for the second car per 6 months). Currently, there is no waiting list. With this permit, you may also park in permit areas Nieuw-West 4 and Nieuw-West 7. The street at the front is a dead-end road with only local traffic.
Details:
- Living area 73.8 m², total usable area 83.9 m² (NEN 2580 measurement report available);
- West-facing sunny balcony;
- Built in 1960;
- Active, healthy homeowners’ association with professional management;
- VvE contribution: €199.93 per month;
- Energy label F;
- Block heating and hot water via a gas water heater;
- Shared bicycle storage;
- Parking via permit system;
- Property is delivered “as is, where is”, including existing furniture;
- Perpetual leasehold. The current leasehold period expires on 30 November 2033, with an annual ground rent of €99.38. A request has been submitted for a leasehold buyout quotation.
- Age and asbestos clauses apply;
- Notary of choice: KB Notarissen;
- Delivery in consultation, quick completion possible.
