Villa Historique Avec Une Histoire Extérieure

The representative villa was built in 1894 by Privy Councillor Dr. Henry Potonié, a renowned botanist and founding member of the Berlin Botanical Garden. Many of his scientific works were created here. The mature garden with old rhododendrons and an impressive ginkgo tree reflects the botanical passion of the builder. In 1909, the villa received its current spacious structure through an extension of the rear part of the building.

The property is currently divided into three separate areas:

Souterrain – Holiday Apartment
• Fully renovated and converted into a modern holiday apartment with a total of six sleeping places after the termination of the former business premises (as of 31.10.2024).
• Successfully rented out via Airbnb since 01.04.2025 (with the highest rating of 5 out of 5 points). Income (01.04.2025 – 30.11.2025): €29,210.30 total revenue, approx. €3,621.29 monthly on average.

Raised Ground Floor – Residential Unit
• The raised ground floor was rebuilt into an independent residential unit and comprehensively modernized.
• During the renovation: new vinyl floors were laid on the ground floor, mezzanine, and in a smaller room; existing parquet floors were sanded and resealed; a modern shower bathroom and a new fitted kitchen were installed.

Upper Floor and Attic – Private Living Area
• The two upper floors are currently used privately and will be handed over free upon sale.
• Features: classic plank floors, fitted kitchen with partly renewed appliances (2023/24), new balcony and terrace doors (2023), bathrooms: 1st floor with shower bathroom, guest toilet, attic with bathtub and shower bathroom.
• The two floors can easily be used again as separate residential units if needed, offering maximum flexibility.

The rear part of the property offers special development potential: according to the development plan, additional construction is generally possible here. The plot is one of only three parcels between Baseler Straße and Ringstraße with an undeveloped rear area – a rare opportunity in this location.

Location Description: Living culture at the highest level, infrastructure & quality of life. The micro-location of the property is characterized by a perfect blend of green idyll and urban excellence:

Shopping & Culinary:
The nearby Lichterfelde-West S-Bahn station forms the heart of the district. Around the ”village character” of the station square, you will find first-class delicatessens, cozy cafés, owner-run boutiques, and excellent restaurants. For extensive shopping, Schloßstraße in Steglitz – one of Berlin’s largest shopping streets – is reachable within minutes.

Education & Research:
The location is marked by an academically influenced neighborhood. Renowned schools, grammar schools, and proximity to the Free University of Berlin (FU) make the location especially attractive for families and upscale tenants.

Nature & Recreation:
The Botanical Garden, Lichterfelde Palace Park, and the vast green spaces of the nearby Grunewald offer high recreational value right on the doorstep.

Transport Connections:
Despite the quiet location, the connection to Berlin city center is excellent:

Public Transport:
With the S-Bahn line S1, you can reach Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstraße in about 15 minutes.

Private Transport:
Via the city highway (A115/A100) or the B1, City West (Kurfürstendamm) and the surrounding area (Potsdam) are quickly accessible.