Charming top-floor apartment of approximately 51 m² located on the fourth floor in the Stadionbuurt. The apartment features a living room with an open kitchen, a spacious bedroom on the upper level, a bathroom, and a large rooftop terrace accessible from the living room.
Tour
Access the apartment via the shared entrance and a staircase leading to the fourth floor. Upon entering, an internal staircase leads to the various rooms. The living/dining room has a pleasant natural light and a good layout. The open kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a combination oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas stove with an extractor hood.
Adjacent to the living room is a spacious rooftop terrace spanning the entire width of the apartment, facing northwest. In summer, it provides a cool spot during the day and is ideal for evening gatherings in the sun. The bathroom, located on the living floor, has a practical layout and is equipped with a walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.
The staircase leads to the generous bedroom located under the sloping roof. The skylights provide natural light, and the wooden beams add a cozy touch. The central heating boiler is also located on this level.
Neighborhood
The revamped Stadionplein has become a vibrant center with various dining options and a weekly market, making it a hotspot for both residents and visitors. The Stadionbuurt, with its mix of buildings and amenities, offers a pleasant living environment in the heart of Amsterdam.
Key details
• Living area approximately 51 m²
• Rooftop terrace approximately 23 m²
• Current ground rent €529.82 per year (with annual indexing), expiration date December 15, 2054
• Homeowners' association fees €129.75 per month
• Energy label C
• Professionally managed homeowners' association
• Municipal protected city view
• A non-occupancy clause and age clause will be included in the purchase agreement
• Project notary Seinstra Van Rooij
Olympic Rooftop
This charming apartment at Van Tuyll van Serooskerkenweg 4-4 is for sale on behalf of the client. Located in a beautiful area in the heart of the Stadionbuurt, the apartment reflects the typical architecture of Berlage’s Plan Zuid from the 1930s.
Upon entering the fourth floor, the pleasant light and cozy living room with its surrounding windows immediately catch the eye. The spacious roof terrace is accessible from the living room. A staircase leads up to the generous, snug bedroom directly under the sloped roof.
The apartment is situated on a quiet street along the axis of the Olympic Stadium, which was built in 1928, offering plenty of green spaces and creating a peaceful oasis. Just a short walk away is the vibrant Stadionplein, featuring various delightful restaurants and a weekly market. The stylized sculptures on high brick pillars at the beginning of the street serve as a visual gateway to the Olympic Stadium in the distance.
Marjolein Beerbaum | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
Architecture
In 1929, the street plan for Van Tuyll van Serooskerkenweg was approved as part of the Plan-Zuid design from 1917. This plan broke with all traditions in housing construction. Berlage designed an urban expansion that allowed for ample green space. The neat building blocks with social rental housing had a modern appearance. Architects from the Amsterdam School created exceptional brick facades as works of art, incorporating creative masonry, varied window shapes, and wrought iron. They used deep colors and rich decorations, leading to the term ‘workers’ palaces’ for these monumental apartment complexes.
Van Tuyll van Serooskerkenweg is located near the Olympic Stadium, where the 1928 Olympic Games were held. Old postcards show that the sightline from the square ends at the stadium. Architect G.J. Rutgers designed the sleek buildings, while sculptor Antoon Rädecker was commissioned for the decoration. Rädecker designed two equestrian sculptures placed on high pillar-like pedestals.
The Van Tuyll van Serooskerkenplein and the street are named after the first chairman of the Dutch Olympic Committee, Baron Frederik Willem Christiaan Hendrik van Tuyll van Serooskerken (1851-1924), who was instrumental in bringing the Games to the Netherlands in 1928. In 1899, he became the first Dutchman to join the IOC and founded the NOC in 1912. That year, he proposed hosting the Games in the Netherlands in the near future. In 1921, during the selection process in Paris for the 1924 Games, it was negotiated that the Netherlands would host the Games in 1928.
Living and cooking
Accessed via the communal entrance, the apartment on the fourth floor features an internal staircase leading to the various rooms. The living/dining area benefits from pleasant natural light and a thoughtful layout. The open kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a combi oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas stove with an extractor hood.
Sleeping and bathing
Accessed via the staircase, the spacious bedroom is located under the sloped roof. The skylights allow for natural light to fill the space, while the wooden beams create a cozy atmosphere. The heating system is also situated on this floor. The bathroom features a practical layout and is accessible from the living area. It is equipped with a walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.
Rooftop terrace
Adjacent to the living room is a spacious rooftop terrace that spans the entire width of the apartment, facing north. In the summer, it provides a cool spot during the day, while in the evening it creates a lovely setting for enjoying drinks and dining in the sun.
Neighborhood
The Stadionbuurt, located in Amsterdam South, gets its name from the former National Stadium designed by Harry Elte, which should not be confused with the Olympic Stadium by Jan Wils. The original stadium stood on the site of the current Jason and Argonauten streets until 1929, after being demolished for residential development following the 1928 Olympic Games. The most notable building in the Stadionbuurt is the Olympic Stadium, designed by architect Jan Wils for the 1928 Olympics. Along the axis from the Olympic Stadium to Parnassusweg, you’ll find green strips and small parks with play areas, enhancing the diversity and appeal of the neighborhood.
The revamped Stadionplein has become a vibrant center with various dining establishments and a weekly market, making it a hotspot for both residents and visitors. The Stadionbuurt offers a pleasant living environment in the heart of Amsterdam, with its mix of buildings and amenities.
Accessibility
The apartment is very well accessible by bike, car, and public transport. The Ring A10 can be reached within 5 minutes by car via exit S108 (Oud-Zuid). Multiple tram and bus lines, including tram 24 to Frederiksplein and VUmc, depart from both Olympiaplein and Haarlemmermeer station, along with buses to Sloterdijk Station and Zuid Station. From the Olympisch Stadion stop, regional transport provides a direct connection to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. By bike, Zuid Station is just a 5-minute ride away.
Parking
Parking is available via a permit system on the public road (permit area Zuid 2.2). With a parking permit for Zuid 2.2, you can park in Zuid-1, Zuid-2, and Zuid-8. A resident parking permit costs €186.29 for 6 months. Currently, there is no waiting time for this permit area. A second parking permit in this area costs €465.73 for 6 months. In addition to street parking, it’s also possible to park for free with a parking permit in the Stadionplein Zuid garage. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, September 2024).