A hidden Art Deco gem with a surprising twist

Hemiksem
€ 820.000

375

400

6

4
 
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“The swimming pool was a true luxury. Thanks to the heat pump, 32 solar panels and two home batteries, we were able to swim almost all year round.”

The owners,
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A hidden Art Deco gem with a surprising twist

Bosstraat 4
2620 Hemiksem

€ 820.000
Published on 2-9-2026
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Description

Peacefully located in Hemiksem, within easy reach of the village centre and close to shops, schools and everyday amenities. The River Scheldt and its green riverbanks are also nearby. Antwerp is easily accessible via the Waterbus and the main arterial roads. A pleasant combination of peaceful living, greenery and excellent connections to the city.

Behind the understated façade of this remarkable home lies an interior that immediately surprises. The property has been extensively renovated with the utmost respect for its original architecture. Authentic Art Deco features have been carefully preserved and restored, while contemporary comforts and energy-efficient technologies have been seamlessly integrated.

Warm woodwork, herringbone parquet flooring, geometric stained glass and distinctive ceilings define the atmosphere. The undisputed showpiece is the monumental wooden staircase hall, enhanced by colourful stained-glass panels. The living spaces are equally rich in character, with bespoke built-in cabinetry, beamed ceilings and a striking fireplace finished in red and black tiles.

At the rear, the property takes on a more contemporary feel. The spacious kitchen, featuring deep-green cabinetry, flows into the light-filled dining area and south-facing garden. Expansive glazing strengthens the connection with the outdoors and leads to the covered, heated swimming pool, which can be enjoyed almost year-round thanks to a heat pump.

The rear of the property also features a versatile room of approximately 30 m², currently used as a gym. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer beautiful views of the lush garden beyond. This space would work equally well as an artist’s studio, garden room, home office or hobby room.

With six bedrooms and four bathrooms, the property offers an exceptional amount of space. The upper floor, measuring approximately 100 m², has been converted into a fully equipped apartment with a separate staircase and was previously rented out through Airbnb. It is ideal as guest accommodation, for older children living at home, an au pair, or as a self-contained floor for working and living.

Significant investments have also been made in energy efficiency. An EPC B rating, 32 solar panels, roof insulation, double glazing and a fully renewed electrical installation combine the home’s almost century-old character with contemporary comfort.

The lush, south-facing garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and provides a surprisingly peaceful retreat. An exceptional home where Art Deco, generous proportions, greenery and modern comfort come together in a truly distinctive way.

Specifications
  • General
    • Area: 375 m2
    • Ground area: 400 m2
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Garden: Yes
    • State: Renovated
  • Energy
    • EPC score: 147 kwh/m2/j
    • EPC class: B
    • Double glazing
    • Heating: collective
    • Heating type: gas
  • Legal info
    • Electrical inspection: yes, conform
    • EPC score: 147 kwh/m2/j
    • Building permit: Yes
    • Allotment permit: No
    • Destination site: living zone
    • Preemption: No
    • 0-level: not located in flood area
    • P-score: A
    • G-score: A
    • Included in the register of measures: No

Assets

Exceptionally well-preserved Art Deco interior
Contemporary living comfort and EPC B rating
Covered and heated swimming pool
Private and peaceful garden surrounded by greenery
Versatile garden room, currently used as a gym
Self-contained apartment of approximately 100 m²

Location

Verborgen authentieke art-deco met verrassende twists
The swimming pool was a true luxury. Thanks to the heat pump, 32 solar panels and two home batteries, we were able to swim almost all year round.
The owners,

owner speaks out

What has always surprised us most about living here is the tranquillity. Despite its urban setting, the rear of the property hardly feels like the city at all. There is virtually no overlooking, no traffic noise and greenery in every direction, thanks to the many trees surrounding the south-facing garden. Inside, the abundance of wood, the stove and the colourful stained-glass windows create a truly distinctive atmosphere. Especially when the sunlight shines through the glass and casts colourful shadows across the walls, the house never ceases to amaze us. The swimming pool was a true luxury. Thanks to the heat pump, 32 solar panels and two home batteries, we were able to swim almost all year round. We also loved entertaining friends here, with a fully equipped apartment on the top floor providing comfortable accommodation for guests. And then there is the setting. Within a five-minute walk, we can reach the greenery of the Abbey Park and the banks of the Scheldt. Whenever we want to visit Antwerp, we simply take the Waterbus and arrive in the heart of the historic city centre 25 minutes later. We will greatly miss this unique combination of tranquillity, character and accessibility.

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