Experience the ultimate city living in this light-filled corner apartment located in the highly sought-after Stadionplein neighborhood. Enjoy a charming living and dining area with a characteristic 1930s bay window and a modern enclosed kitchen equipped with various built-in appliances. Additionally, the apartment features two full-sized bedrooms, each accommodating a double bed and storage. The timelessly designed bathroom, a separate toilet, and a laundry room are accessible from the hallway. It offers a perfect mix of comfort, style, and functionality in the heart of the city.
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The apartment, located on the second floor of an Amsterdam School complex, has an approximate living area of 77 m². The light and airy layout features a spacious living room with a charming bay window and a modern enclosed kitchen with built-in appliances and a natural stone countertop. The hallway provides access to a guest toilet and laundry room, and the entire apartment is finished with an oak laminate floor. The two spacious bedrooms include a master bedroom facing Eosstraat and a second bedroom facing Hestiastraat, both with built-in wardrobes. The well-maintained bathroom, with black-and-white tiles, includes a walk-in shower, vanity unit, and designer radiator.
Neighborhood guide
The Stadionbuurt, located in Amsterdam Zuid, is named after the former National Stadium by Harry Elte, not to be confused with the Olympic Stadium by Jan Wils. The original stadium was located on the site of the current Jason and Argonauten streets until 1929, when it was demolished for housing after the 1928 Olympic Games.
The most notable building in the Stadionbuurt is the Olympic Stadium, designed by architect Jan Wils for the 1928 Olympic Games. Along the axis from the Olympic Stadium to Parnassusweg, green spaces and small parks with play areas enhance the neighborhood's diversity and appeal.
The renovated 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 offers a pleasant living environment with its mix of buildings and amenities in the heart of Amsterdam.
Specifics
• Living area approximately 77 m²
• Located on leasehold land from the Municipality of Amsterdam. Current lease period runs until May 31, 2052, AB 2016, with an annual ground rent of €1,156.49 (indexed every 5 years)
• Transitioned to perpetual leasehold with a fixed annual ground rent
• Energy label C
• Professional property management by VvE – Stedenplan
• VvE service costs €xxx-xx per month
• Multi-Year Maintenance Plan (MJOP) available
• Protected city view
This information has been compiled with due care. However, no liability is accepted for any incompleteness, inaccuracies, or otherwise, or the consequences thereof. All stated dimensions and areas are indicative. The Measurement Instruction is based on NEN2580 and is intended to apply a more uniform measurement method for providing an indication of the usable area. It does not fully exclude differences in measurement outcomes due to interpretation differences, rounding, or limitations in measurement execution.
Goddess of domesticity
Our office handles the sale of a diverse range of properties. This variety as a real estate agent is not only challenging but also provides a comprehensive view of the housing market in Amsterdam. The dynamics of the neighborhood have significantly changed in recent years, particularly due to the redevelopment of Stadionplein. This has made the area livelier and more attractive, with excellent amenities. Along Stadionweg, Amstelveenseweg, and Zeilstraat, you’ll find a variety of shops, specialty stores, and delicatessens, as well as several outstanding restaurants and cozy cafes.
The apartment is a well-designed upper-floor residence of approximately 77 m², located on the second floor. It sits on municipal leasehold land in the popular Stadionplein area. The property features a practical layout with two full-sized bedrooms. What makes this apartment unique is its location on the square and the playful corner positioning, which creates various sightlines down the street.
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Design vision
The apartment at Hestiastraat 59 II is part of a larger building complex originally consisting of 73 residences, 2 garages, and 7 shops. Built between 1926 and 1928 on behalf of N.V. Sellmeyer’s Bouwmaatschappij, the complex was designed by architect Lau Peters. The design features two long and two short sides with accentuated corner sections. The detailing is fairly consistent throughout, with bay windows, extensions, and porticos with stone staircases. The side facing the square includes several wrought iron ornaments. The masonry around the porticos (similar to zip closures) and some of the portico grilles bear resemblances to Peters’ block on Maasstraat-Deurloostraat in Amsterdam South. An exception is the portico at the corner of Hestiastraat, which features a wooden and glass canopy on a column. The style is characteristic of Peters and represents a more streamlined variant of the Amsterdam School. It aligns seamlessly with the similarly substantial and streamlined block by Cornelis Kruyswijk further down Amstelveenseweg (built 1924-1928). However, it differs significantly in detailing from the opposite block by Patrimonium (1919-1923). Some may even question whether this block should still be considered part of the Amsterdam School.
Living and cooking
The apartment is located on the second floor of an Amsterdam School complex, accessible via an external stone staircase leading to the first floor. The living area on this floor is approximately 77 m². Thanks to its corner location and practical layout, the apartment is exceptionally bright and pleasant. The spacious living area provides ample room for both a sitting and dining area. The charming bay window in the dining room highlights the beautiful 1930s architectural style.
The enclosed kitchen has a modern look and is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a 4-burner AEG induction cooktop, extractor hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, and oven. The light kitchen design is finished with a luxurious natural stone countertop. The hallway provides access to the guest toilet and the utility room.
The entire apartment features a neat oak laminate parquet floor.
Sleeping and bathing
The apartment features two spacious bedrooms. The master bedroom, located on Eosstraat, offers ample space for a double bed and a wardrobe. The second bedroom, situated at the front (Hestiastraat), is also large enough for a double bed. Both bedrooms are equipped with ample built-in closets, originally installed during construction.
The well-maintained bathroom is finished in black and white tiles and includes a generous walk-in shower, a vanity unit, and a designer radiator.
Neighborhood guide
The Stadionbuurt, located in Amsterdam Zuid, is named after the former National Stadium of Harry Elte, not to be confused with the Olympic Stadium designed by Jan Wils. The original stadium was situated where the Jason- and Argonautenstraat are now, until it was demolished in 1929 for residential development after the 1928 Olympic Games.
The most notable building in the Stadionbuurt is the Olympic Stadium, designed by architect Jan Wils for the 1928 Olympic Games. Along the axis from the Olympic Stadium to Parnassusweg, you’ll find green spaces and small parks with play areas, which add to the diversity and appeal of the neighborhood.
The revitalized 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, with its mix of housing and amenities, offers a pleasant living environment in the heart of Amsterdam.
Accessibility
The apartment is easily accessible by bike, car, and public transport. The Ring A10 is just a 5-minute drive away via exit S108 (Oud-Zuid). Multiple tram and bus lines depart from both Olympiaplein and Haarlemmermeerstation, including tram 24 to Frederiksplein and VUmc, and buses to Station Sloterdijk and Stadion Zuid. Regional transport from Olympisch Stadion includes a direct connection to Schiphol Airport. By bike, Station Zuid is reachable within 5 minutes.
Parking
Parking is available via a permit system on the public road (permit area Zuid 2.2). With a Zuid 2.2 parking permit, you are allowed to park in Zuid-1, Zuid-2, and Zuid-8. A resident parking permit costs €186.29 per 6 months. Currently, there is no waiting time for this permit area. A second parking permit costs €465.73 per 6 months (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, August 2024).