This approximately 73 m² apartment is located in the rediscovered Watergraafsmeer neighborhood. It’s the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city while offering plenty of space for an active lifestyle. The charming 1950s home is situated on the second floor of the complex. The apartment features a practical layout with two bedrooms, a living/dining room, a separate kitchen, and two delightful balconies facing southwest and east. Additionally, there is a separate storage space of about 7 m² in the basement.
Tour
The shared entrance provides access to the storage space in the basement and the apartment on the second floor. The apartment includes a separate toilet, two bedrooms, and French doors leading to two balconies. The spacious living room benefits from plenty of natural light thanks to its dual-aspect windows and large panes. There is ample space for a comfortable sitting area and dining table, making it perfect for relaxation and entertaining. The compact kitchen is efficiently designed and can be relocated to create an additional bedroom or home office. There are two generously sized bedrooms: the master bedroom is situated at the quiet front of the building, while the second bedroom at the rear overlooks greenery. The centrally located bathroom offers opportunities for a modern layout. With balconies facing both southwest and east, you can enjoy the sun at any time of day.
Neighborhood Guide
The Max Planckstraat is considered a quiet and child-friendly street in Watergraafsmeer. The neighborhood is characterized by low-rise buildings and green courtyards. The Jaap Eden ice rink is just around the corner, along with tennis and padel courts and several football fields. Within walking distance, you’ll find various schools and the charming children’s farm De Werf. For a relaxing stroll, both Flevopark and Park Frankendael are excellent options. In the early 20th century, Watergraafsmeer was primarily agricultural land with horticulture and livestock farming. The original polder landscape was created in 1629 after the draining of the Diemermeer. In the 17th and 18th centuries, many wealthy residents of Amsterdam built country estates in Watergraafsmeer, with Frankendael being the only one that remains today. The nearby Christiaan Huygensplein offers various amenities such as an Albert Heijn supermarket, drugstores, bakeries, and specialty shops. You’ll also find a variety of shops and restaurants on Molukkenstraat and in Oostpoort, all within minutes by bike.
Specifications
- Living area: approximately 73 m²
- Freehold property
- Two balconies (southwest and east) totaling approximately 7 m²
- Storage space in the basement, approximately 7 m²
- Non-occupancy clause, asbestos clause, and age clause apply
- Professionally managed Homeowners Association (VvE)
- Service charges: € 130.22 per month for the apartment and € 10.72 per month for the storage space
- Energy label E
- Project notary: Lubbers & Dijk
- Quick delivery possible
Max Planck No. 23
As a real estate office, we handle the sale of a diverse range of properties. For us as real estate agents, this variety is highly stimulating and contributes to a broad understanding of the Amsterdam housing market as a whole. On behalf of our professional client, I have had the opportunity to sell many older rental properties in the area. The potential and practical layouts of these properties are truly inspiring. Moreover, the vibrant atmosphere of the neighborhood is very pleasant, with excellent (sports) facilities. In locations such as Christiaan Huygensplein, Middenweg, and Hogeweg, you’ll find a wide variety of shops, specialty stores, and delicatessens. Additionally, the area boasts several outstanding restaurants and cozy cafés. The apartment at Max Planckstraat 23-2, which we now have the pleasure of selling, is a well-laid-out apartment located in the highly sought-after and green neighborhood of De Watergraafsmeer. The property offers great potential and features a lovely southeast-facing garden. Are you interested? I would be delighted to invite you to come by for a viewing. During the tour, I’ll be happy to share more details about this beautiful apartment. Hope to see you soon!
Alexander Gimbrère | Real Estate Agent Broersma Residential
The apartment is situated in a building block constructed in the 1950s. The post-war architectural style is characterized by functional, pragmatic, and efficient design. This is clearly reflected in the rectangular shape of the building and its nearly cubic layout. As a result, the apartment has a very practical and well-organized floor plan. Compared to the 1930s architectural style, the building on Max Planckstraat has no facade decorations, aside from a few ornamental stones. The buildings are simple and modestly executed, which was typical for this period. The minimalist architectural style is not only visible on the exterior but also inside the building. This can be seen, for example, in the design of the stairwell, the storage spaces, and the layout of the apartment. Everything was designed with optimal use of space in mind. Architect Piet Zanstra was the mastermind behind the design of the building block on Max Planckstraat. Zanstra is best known for his designs of studio apartments. Together with architects Giesen and Sijmons, he was a member of Group ’32, a movement heavily inspired by the works of Le Corbusier. This group was considered modernist at the time. In 1954, Zanstra continued independently and returned to elements from his earlier works. This is evident in the functional architecture, choice of materials, and the design of the window arrangements. The property represents an architectural journey back to the 1950s, the era in which it was built.
The living room is the heart of the apartment and offers a generous living space with plenty of natural light, thanks to its through-living layout, large windows, and French doors that open onto two balconies. There is ample room for both a comfortable seating area and a spacious dining table, making the living room perfect for relaxation and social gatherings. The kitchen is compact and efficiently designed, providing everything needed for daily cooking. For those who desire more space, there is the option to relocate the kitchen. This opens up interesting possibilities, such as creating an additional bedroom or home office. In the basement, there is a separate storage unit of approximately 6 m².
The apartment features two fully-fledged bedrooms, both practical and generously sized. The master bedroom is located at the quiet front side of the apartment, making it the perfect place to unwind. This room offers ample space for a double bed and a large wardrobe. The second bedroom is situated at the rear and overlooks the balcony and the green surroundings. This room can be adapted to suit your needs, whether as a guest room, children’s room, or home office. The bathroom is centrally located within the apartment and has a practical, nearly square layout. This makes it easy to create a modern bathroom during a potential renovation, for example, with a walk-in shower, sink, and washing machine connection.
Sitting outside in the sun, that’s perfect here. The first balcony is located on the sunny southwest and can be accessed from the living room. The second balcony is located on the east and is accessible from the dining room and kitchen. Two lovely spots to enjoy the sun and your morning coffee.
The Max Planckstraat is considered a quiet and child-friendly street in Watergraafsmeer. The neighborhood is characterized by many low-rise buildings and green courtyards. The Jaap Eden skating rink is located just around the corner, as well as tennis and padel courts and several football fields. Within walking distance, you’ll find various schools and the charming children’s farm De Werf. For a leisurely stroll, both Flevopark and Park Frankendael are excellent options. In the early 20th century, Watergraafsmeer was primarily agricultural land with horticulture and livestock farming. The original polder landscape was created in 1629 after the draining of the Diemermeer. In the 17th and 18th centuries, many affluent residents of Amsterdam built country estates in Watergraafsmeer, of which Frankendael is the only one remaining. The nearby Christiaan Huygensplein offers various amenities, including an Albert Heijn supermarket, drugstores, bakeries, and specialty shops. Additionally, the Molukkenstraat and Oostpoort feature a variety of shops and dining options, all reachable within minutes by bike.
Accessibility
The apartment is easily accessible by bike, car, and public transport. The A10 Ring Road is conveniently accessible by car. Public transport options can be found on Kruislaan and Middenweg, with tram line 19 and bus lines 40 and 41. Science Park train station is just a 2-minute walk away, and Amstel Station is an 8-minute bike ride.
Parking
Parking is available through a permit system for on-street parking (permit area Oost-5a). With a parking permit for Oost-5a, you are also allowed to park in Oost-5. A resident parking permit costs €192.81 for six months. Currently, there is no waiting list for this permit area. A second parking permit costs €482.03 for six months. (Source: City of Amsterdam, January 2025).