In the monumental building 'De Garage' at Overtoom 197, an industrial and turnkey office space of approximately 452 m² GFA is Available on the third floor. Characteristic features include the high ceiling with robust beams and the large number of windows at the front and on both sides.
There is a shared entrance on the ground floor and parking space for two cars in the internal parking garage. The upper floor can be reached via the staircase or via the sturdy car lift, which is still in working order.
Due to its location on Overtoom, this office space is easily accessible by both public transport and private transport. You can relax during lunch or after work in the Vondelpark behind the building or at one of the many food hotspots that Overtoom has to offer. This cool space in a great location is ideal for creative companies.
Details
• listed building
• industrial space
• includes two parking spaces
• conveniently located on Overtoom
Building
The building at Overtoom 197 is a municipal monument and was built in 1925 to a design by architect Harmen van Jaarsveld Jr. Its original function was as a garage with a showroom, but later the space was also used as a workshop and warehouse. The car dealership and garage company v/h C.L. de Groot was originally located here. From 1988, the De Zon auction house moved into this building. Today, there is still a link to this history. The painted bricks of the De Zon auction house can still be seen on the facade. Currently, a car rental company is located on the ground floor, and the other floors are used as office space by various creative parties.
Neighbourhood + hotspots
The Overtoom has a rich history and has evolved from a pilgrimage route to a major thoroughfare. But Amsterdam's famous Overtoom is more than that; the street is a real hotspot in Amsterdam West. Work and living come together here, attracting more and more trendy shops and boutiques, fun and tasty cafés and restaurants, and trendy sports facilities. Examples include Olivity, One Dim Sum, Movements Yoga, and Gymbase Amsterdam. The adjacent Jan Pieter Heijestraat also has countless popular hotspots.
One of the luxuries of working on Overtoom is the Vondelpark, which Rear garden be considered Rear garden . Pedestrian access to the park is via Vondelstraat at the rear, making a walk during lunch break or a run after work attractive options.
Accessibility
Due to its location on Overtoom, the office space is easily accessible by car and public transport. From the A-10 ring road, exit 6, 'De Garage' can be reached within 10 minutes via the major thoroughfare S106. At the beginning of Overtoom, the S106 connects to the S100 city center ring road, making the office easily accessible from other parts of the city. The tram stop for line 1 is located Immediately Overtoom, and the tram stop for line 3 is around the corner on Eerste Constantijn Huygenstraat. These tram lines provide access to various parts of the city and train stations, including Amsterdam Central Station.
Parking facilities
There are two parking spaces Available the internal parking garage for rent.
Parking is also possible on public roads by means of payment or a permit system. Information about conditions and options for obtaining a (business) permit and any waiting times can be requested from the Local authority .
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