Droogbak 6 D

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DESCRIPTION
Located in the heart of Amsterdam's historic city center, this special and unique apartment is situated on a top location at the edge of the Jordaan. The turn-key 4-bedroom apartment with sunny roof terrace is located on the top two floors of a beautiful monumental building. The property at Droogbak 5-6 is on its own land and was carefully and respectfully renovated in the mid-1980s, taking into account its monumental character, into eight apartments, including foundation repairs. As a result, the house combines the charm and appearance of a national monument with the comfort and construction quality of a more modern home. Thanks to its free layout and the presence of skylights, the apartment has a pleasant light exposure, lots of privacy and free view over the characteristic roofs, façades and church spires of the city center. The apartment is part of a small-scale, active and financially healthy Owners' Association (VvE). The VvE consists of eight apartments and is professionally managed, contributing to a pleasant living environment. In short, a charming double maisonette with roof terrace on a special location at the edge of the Jordaan, which can be moved in without further work.

LAYOUT (see floor plans)
Via the spacious entrance and the well-finished, carpeted staircase, the apartment on the third floor is reached. Upon entering, there is space for the cloakroom. The light living room at the front is characterized by a partially open ceiling, where the beam structure is visible and provides a distinctive appearance. The atmospheric French balcony at the front offers free view over the small park towards the Central Station. The modern open kitchen is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a refrigerator, freezer, gas cooktop, exhaust hood, oven, microwave and dishwasher. The whole is stylishly finished with Belgian granite countertops. The very quiet located master bedroom is located at the back of the house and has a generous walk-in closet and custom-made drawer cabinets. Central in the house lies the luxurious, complete bathroom, provided with a walk-in shower, bathtub, vanity unit and design radiator. Next to the bathroom is a separate toilet with a fountain. From the entrance hall, a separate laundry room with central heating installation is also accessible. The entire floor is finished with an elegant cast iron floor.

Via a fixed staircase, the upper floor is accessible. The landing, which currently serves as a workspace, provides access to a second bedroom at the back and a third bedroom at the front. The sunny terrace in the southwest offers a beautiful, Amsterdam view over the city and enjoys a lot of privacy due to its sheltered location. This floor is provided with a fine wooden floor. In addition, the lower level contains a practical separate storage room, ideal for example for a racing bike.

ENVIRONMENT
The Droogbak is a quiet side street of the Singel, located between the Brouwersgracht and ’t IJ at the edge of the Jordaan on the north side of the canal ring, part of the Unesco World Heritage. In the immediate vicinity, all imaginable facilities can be found. From the street just around the corner lies the lively Haarlemmerstraat with a variety of shops and a large diversity of catering establishments, including cozy cafes and nice restaurants. The Haarlemmerstraat is not without reason multiple times awarded as the most cozy shopping street in the Netherlands! But also the Lindengracht and Noordermarkt in the Jordaan, with every Saturday the well-known food market, and on Mondays a popular antique market within walking distance. As well as the organic farmers' market every Wednesday at Haarlemmerplein. The historical Amsterdam canal ring, the Dam, various museums and other many sights; it's all within easy reach. The Westerpark offers greenery and diverse possibilities for everyone. Besides enjoying the peace of nature, sports and recreation, various events are also organized such as the Rollende Keukens and various markets. Sports can be done at the various sports schools in the area, and swimming is possible at Marnixbad. In short; the surroundings offer a unique living experience that combines Amsterdam's rich history with its vibrant modern life. With its picturesque streets, cultural treasures and diverse facilities, this area is a great place to live/work and enjoy everything that Amsterdam has to offer.

ACCESSIBILITY
Accessibility is excellent with Central Station, the metro/bus/tram and the ferry terminal within a 5 minute walk. Thus, the South Axis and Schiphol Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes. By car, the ring road A-10 can be quickly reached via the IJ Tunnel (s116) or via Haarlemmerweg (s103). Parking is done via the permit system of the city of Amsterdam. Parking is possible in the surrounding streets or below in the parking garages; IJdok / Willemspoort / Pontsteiger / Kop van Diemengarage. Electric charging is possible further down the street and around the corner at Haarlemmerhouttuinen.

FEATURES
- double loft
- nice authentic details
- the property is on its own land
- fixed cabinets and walk-in closets
- national monument from around 1750
- gross floor area 143 m2
- handover in consultation, can be quick
- private storage in the lower level
- very spacious and well-maintained staircase
- current layout with 3 bedrooms
- unique location at the edge of the Jordaan
- living area measured in accordance with NEN-2580
- maintenance inside and outside in good condition
- ideally located with respect to shops/café/restaurants
- sunny rooftop terrace with privacy and fantastic view
- renovation mid 1980s incl. foundation restoration
- Schiphol Airport / South Axis reachable in 20 minutes
- active and financially healthy VvE, professionally managed
- replace the cv-boiler and mechanical ventilation box in 2024
- beautiful marble floor on the third floor, wooden floor on the fourth
- very centrally located with respect to the city center and public transport CS

This information has been compiled by us with due care. However, we accept no responsibility for any incompleteness, inaccuracy, or otherwise, nor the consequences thereof. All given measurements and surface areas are merely indicative.

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DESCRIPTION
Located in the historic city centre of Amsterdam, this unique and distinctive apartment enjoys a prime location on the edge of the Jordaan. This turn-key four-room apartment with sunny roof terrace is situated on the top two floors of an attractive listed building on freehold land. The property at Droogbak 5-6 was carefully redeveloped in the mid-1980s into eight apartments, with full respect for its monumental character, including foundation renewal. As a result, the apartment combines the charm and appearance of a national monument with the comfort and construction quality of a more modern home. Thanks to its open position and the presence of skylights, the apartment benefits from pleasant natural light, a high level of privacy, and unobstructed views over the characteristic rooftops, façades, and church towers of the city centre. The apartment is part of a small-scale, active, and financially healthy Homeowners’ Association (VvE), consisting of eight apartments, contributing to well-maintained management and a pleasant living environment. In short, a charming duplex apartment with a roof terrace in a unique location on the edge of the Jordaan, ready for immediate occupancy.

LAYOUT (see floor plans)
The apartment is accessed via a spacious entrance and a well-maintained, carpeted staircase leading to the third floor. Upon entering, there is space for a wardrobe. The bright living room at the front features a partially open ceiling with visible authentic beam construction, adding character to the space. The charming French balcony at the front offers unobstructed views over a small park and towards Central Station. The modern open kitchen on the living room is equipped with various built-in appliances, including a refrigerator, freezer, gas hob, extractor hood, oven, microwave, and dishwasher. The kitchen is stylishly finished with Belgian bluestone countertops. The quietly located master bedroom is situated at the rear and features a spacious walk-in closet and a large custom-made drawer unit. Centrally located is the luxurious, fully equipped bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower, bathtub, washbasin unit, and designer radiator. Adjacent is a separate toilet with a small sink. From the hallway, a separate laundry/storage room with central heating system is also accessible. This entire floor is finished with a high-quality poured floor. The upper floor is reached via a large staircase. The upstairs hallway is comfortably arranged to accommodate an office area, as well as additional storage. The hallway provides access to a second bedroom at the rear and a third bedroom at the front. The sunny southwest-facing terrace offers beautiful views over the city and enjoys a high degree of privacy and quietness due to its sheltered position. This floor is finished with a wooden floor. Additionally, there is a private storage unit in the basement of the building, ideal for storing, for example, a bicycle.

ENVIRONMENT
Droogbak is a quiet side street off the Singel, located between Brouwersgracht and the IJ, on the edge of the Jordaan on the northern side of the canal belt, a UNESCO World Heritage site. All conceivable amenities can be found in the immediate vicinity. Just around the corner lies the lively Haarlemmerstraat, offering a wide range of shops and a great variety of cafés and restaurants. This street has repeatedly been awarded as one of the most pleasant shopping streets in the Netherlands. The Lindengracht and Noordermarkt in the Jordaan are also within walking distance, hosting a well-known food market every Saturday and a popular antique market on Mondays. The organic farmers’ market on Haarlemmerplein takes place every Wednesday. The historic canal belt, Dam Square, various museums, and numerous other attractions are all within easy reach. Westerpark offers green space as well as many opportunities for relaxation, sports, and events, such as festivals and markets. Sports facilities and swimming options (including the Marnixbad) are also nearby. In short, the area offers a unique living experience, combining Amsterdam’s rich history with modern city life.

ACCESSIBILITY
Accessibility is excellent, with Central Station, metro, bus, tram, and ferry services all within a 5-minute walk. The Zuidas business district and Schiphol Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes. By car, the A10 ring road is easily accessible via the IJ Tunnel (S116) or Haarlemmerweg (S103). Parking is regulated by the municipality of Amsterdam through a permit system. Parking is available in the surrounding streets or in nearby parking garages such as IJdok, Willemspoort, Pontsteiger, and Kop van Diemen garage. Electric charging facilities are available further along the street and around the corner at Haarlemmerhouttuinen.

FEATURES
- duplex apartment
- total floor area 143 m2
- attractive authentic details
- freehold property (no leasehold)
- practical layout with 3 bedrooms
- interior and exterior well maintained
- built-in wardrobes and walk-in closet
- private storage unit in the basement
- spacious and well-maintained staircase
- unique location on the edge of the Jordaan
- national monument dating from approx. 1750
- sunny roof terrace with privacy and great views
- transfer in consultation, possible at short notice
- ideally located near shops, cafés and restaurants
- floor area measured in accordance with NEN 2580
- Schiphol Airport / Zuidas reachable within 20 minutes
- redeveloped in the 1980s, including foundation renewal
- active and financially healthy HOA, professionally managed
- very centrally located near the city centre and Central Station
- high-quality poured floor (3rd floor) and wooden floor (4th floor)
- central heating boiler and mechanical ventilation replaced in 2024

This information has been compiled with due care. However, no liability is accepted for any inaccuracies, omissions, or consequences thereof. All stated measurements and surface areas are indicative only. Read the full description