Semi-detached house of approximately 207 m² located in the Apollo neighborhood. The house is situated on a spacious plot of 459 m² with a deep west-facing garden on the waterfront. The house was designed by the architect couple Pot-Keegstra and features an indoor garage, four bedrooms, a balcony, and solar panels.
Guided tour
The house is in a quiet location behind a green Front garden offers plenty of privacy. The entrance hall is bright and spacious. At the rear of the ground floor is the living room, with large windows and French doors leading to the garden. The dining room connects to the garden and terrace and flows into the kitchen, which also overlooks the garden. At the front is the indoor garage with washing machine connection. On the first floor are two spacious bedrooms a bathroom with bathtub, shower, and separate toilet. The second floor offers two more bedrooms, one of which has access to the balcony. The Rear garden west, borders the water, and offers a green and quiet outdoor space in the middle of the city.
Renovation options
Architectural firm Allard Architecture has been commissioned by the seller to develop a plan for the renovation options for the house at Haringvlietstraat 12. This mainly involves merging and converting the current garage into living space and raising the existing side extension and garage by 1 meter outside the building line, which will allow for a higher ceiling in the extension. It is also likely possible to create a basement under the extension, but this extension is currently outside the zoning plan. If this entire extension could be realized, the Floor area could be Floor area to approximately 275 m². For more information, a site plan is Available Allard Architecture and see the alternative floor plan.
neighborhood guide
Haringvlietstraat is a quiet and safe street located in the popular Apollo neighborhood near Beatrixpark and Apollolaan. The neighborhood is characterized by its green character and wide streets. Scheldestraat and Maasstraat offer a wide and diverse range of shops, such as a fishmonger, coffee shops, and a bakery. Beatrixpark is an excellent place for relaxation. Beethovenstraat is also within walking distance. If you want to enjoy a delicious lunch, Feduzzi and Vinnies are two very nice places in the neighborhood. Various gyms are located in the vicinity, and De Mirandabad is only a few minutes away by bike.
Details
• Living area of approximately 207 m²
• Front garden of approximately 161 m² and Rear garden of approximately 165 m²
• Balcony of approximately 8 m² facing west
• Located on leasehold land owned by Local authority . The leasehold has been purchased until April 15, 2054
• Energy label D
• Municipal monument
• Nationally protected cityscape
• Architect’s design plan Available
Huys Pot-Keegstra
In 1955, architects Pot and Keegstra built this semi-detached house for themselves and friends. No façade, no frills — just a house with structure, light, and character. Now, seventy years later, that vision is still palpable. Huys Pot-Keegstra was designed based on a clear principle: spaciousness without excess, rhythm without repetition, and comfort without embellishment. Every detail is functional and carefully chosen. What makes this house extra special is the rare cohesion between architecture and landscape. The garden — once designed by Mien Ruys — is not a frame, but an extension of the plan. And then there is the location: on a quiet street in the Apollobuurt neighborhood, with a deep, green garden on the water of the Boerenwetering, Amsterdam's oldest canal. Huys Pot-Keegstra is not for everyone. It is for those who appreciate craftsmanship and tranquility. For those who prefer to live in a good idea rather than a familiar form. For those who see space in simplicity.
Ronald van de Bijl | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
Judith de Jong | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
This monumental semi-detached house, designed and inhabited by the architect couple Pot-Keegstra, is located on the quiet Haringvlietstraat. The house—built in 1955 as a residence with an office—is a striking example of late modernist architecture in a neighborhood mainly characterized by late 1920sresidences The design is clear and functional, with a rhythmic façade composition, straight volumes, and understated materials. Architect Pot advocated sober architecture, in which expression arises from proportion, rhythm, and form. No decoration or nostalgia, but pure construction using spatial means. This is reflected in the vertical window strips, abundant light, subtle masonry relief, and the precise balance between closed and open surfaces. The house is deliberately understated, but carefully constructed — with an eye for proportion, scale, and structure. The house opens up in layers: from a deep Front garden a spacious living floor to a wide Rear garden the water. The entrance, with wooden facades and white-framed panels, is low and friendly in design. Inside, the sightlines are long and the spaces are logically connected. The indoor garage — originally detached — increases ease of use and is rare in this context. The garden was designed by Mien Ruys. Solar panels on the roof and a redesign already in place offer scope for contemporary adaptations. The architect couple Pot-Keegstra, later also responsible for the Bijlmerbajes, show here how modest means can lead to a powerful and sustainable home.
Renovation options
Architectural firm Allard Architecture has been commissioned by the seller to develop a plan for the renovation options for the house at Haringvlietstraat 12. This mainly involves merging and converting the current garage into living space and raising the existing side extension and garage by 1 meter outside the building line, which will allow for a higher ceiling in the extension. It is also likely possible to create a basement under the extension, but this extension is currently outside the zoning plan. If this entire extension could be realized, the Floor area could be Floor area to approximately 275 m². For more information, a site plan is Available Allard Architecture and see the alternative floor plan.
The house opens with a bright hallway offering a view of the garden. Tall glass panels next to the front door create a pleasant entrance, with daylight softening the space. The hall forms a natural hub in the floor plan, with direct access to the living room, dining room, kitchen, and guest toilet. The living room overlooks the deep garden and the water beyond through large windows. The space is bright and uncluttered, with light wood flooring and a calm layout. French doors connect the interior Immediately the greenery. At the front, the light filters in beautifully, making the room feel open on both sides. The Italian kitchen is slightly separate, but remains visually connected to the rest of the ground floor. The layout is functional, with deep cabinet fronts in warm red high gloss and a white worktop. A wide window provides daylight in the sink area. The space is clearly laid out and practically furnished. The dining room has a beautiful view of the garden and is a wonderful place in the house. The layout creates a natural transition between living, cooking, and being outside. The indoor garage offers plenty of space for bicycles and storage and is equipped with a washing machine connection.
On the first floor, there are two bedrooms, both in a quiet location with views of greenery. The room on the garden side is spacious and overlooks the water. The layout is simple and practical, with enough space for a large bed and a wall of closets. The second room is at the front and is currently used as a study, with plenty of natural light coming in through the large windows. Each bedroom has two spacious built-in closets. The bathroom has a bright finish, with white wall and floor tiles, a bathtub, separate shower cubicle, and double sink. Thanks to the window, there is plenty of daylight and natural ventilation. The toilet is separate, next to the bathroom, and is Immediately from the landing. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms the flat roof. The room on the garden side has access to a balcony and is suitable as a guest room, study, or studio. The other room overlooks the trees of the Front garden. Together, they form a quiet floor with many possibilities.
The tree-lined Front garden a green transition between the house and the street. Thanks to its deep profile and mature planting, there is plenty of privacy, both at the entrance and in front of the ground floor windows. The driveway offers space for two cars, with direct access to the indoor garage. The garden design, originally by Mien Ruys, emphasizes the simplicity and symmetry of the house. At the rear is a deep west-facing garden, with plenty of sun from early afternoon until sunset. The garden borders Immediately the water, with views of the residences opposite residences tree-lined banks. The garden is completely enclosed and offers peace, space, and a free connection with nature. Several doors from the dining room and living room provide access to the garden. On the second floor is a sheltered balcony, accessible from one of the bedrooms. From here, you can look out over the water and the green gardens of the neighborhood and the water. It is a quiet place with afternoon sun and a wide perspective over the neighborhood. In combination with the garden by the water and the green Front garden a home that is connected to the outdoors on every level.
Haringvlietstraat is a quiet and safe street located in the popular Apollo neighborhood near Beatrixpark and Apollolaan. The neighborhood is characterized by its green character and wide streets. Scheldestraat and Maasstraat offer a wide and diverse range of shops, such as a fishmonger, coffee shops, and a bakery. Beatrixpark is an excellent place for relaxation. Beethovenstraat is also within walking distance. If you want to enjoy a delicious lunch, Feduzzi and Vinnies are two very nice places in the neighborhood. Several gyms are located in the vicinity, and De Mirandabad is only a few minutes away by bike.
accessibility
The property is easily accessible by bicycle, car, and public transportation. The A10 ring road can be reached within five minutes by car via exit S109. Rooms tram, metro, and bus lines depart from RAI Rooms Station, such as tram 4 to Central Station and buses to Amstel Station and Zuid Station. Regional transport, including a direct connection to Schiphol Airport, also departs from this stop. In addition, RAI Station is a boarding point for the North-South line. RAI Station is a five-minute walk away.
Parking facilities
In addition to the private driveway with space for two cars, parking is possible via a permit system on public roads (permit area Zuid 4.1 Rivierenbuurt Noord). A parking permit for Zuid 4.1 Rivierenbuurt Noord allows parking in Zuid-3 and Zuid-4. A parking permit for residents costs €192.81 per six months. There is currently a waiting period of two months for this area. A second parking permit is not possible (Source: Local authority , May 2025).
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Pisa IJs
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1078 GG Amsterdam
Vinnies
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KID
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1078 HK Amsterdam
Pizza Project
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Conservatory
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1078 HL Amsterdam
Hummus bistro d&a
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Toet Amsterdam
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Teppanyaki Restaurant Sazanka
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En Japanese kitchen & Sake bar
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Yamazato (*)
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Mangi Amore
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Ciel Bleu (**)
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Boss bike
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Embassy of Scandinavia
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1078 GR Amsterdam
Sab's Deli
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Feduzzi
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Grammes
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1078 HM Amsterdam
Sophie Eats
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Poelier Jonker
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Woorts Butcher Shop
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Galerie Fleur & Wouter
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GoMulan Gallery
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