A calm spot in Banne-Zuidwest
This apartment on the Aakstraat sits in Banne-Zuidwest, a residential pocket of Amsterdam-Noord where the streets are quiet and the views are open. The home is on the third floor of a 1967 building, and the asking price of €395,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average. According to the agent, the price is 18% below the average asking price of €483,200 in the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam are listed across a wide range, but this one is positioned at the lower end.
Inside the apartment
The flat spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 72 m². It has double glazing and wall insulation, a central heating boiler, and a balcony. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent permanently prepaid, so there is no annual charge for that. The homeowners' association fee is €159 per month.
Life in Banne-Zuidwest
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes the area as "calm, safe and green", noting it has "changed a lot in the past years, offering now more options for entertainment and horeca". A third resident mentions the greenery and trees, but also points out that rubbish containers can be messy. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,690 inhabitants, and about 41% of households include children. For a closer look at what this part of the city is like, the Banne-Zuidwest neighbourhood page has more details.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. A Lidl and a PLUS supermarket are just around the corner, and a second PLUS is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool De Botteloef and IBS Elif Noord are both within a ten-minute walk, and Xplore - Agora Amsterdam offers secondary education nearby. The nearest pharmacy, Service Apotheek Buiksloter, is on your doorstep, while the GP practice is further out in Landsmeer. Bus stops at Statenjachtstraat and Tjalkstraat are just around the corner, with lines 34, 39 and N93. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 3.3 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam covers a large area, and this part of it is well served by local transport.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was set at €428,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €271,000 to €428,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data: the building dates from 1967 on peat soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050. These are indications for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050; heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including 't Huys Makelaardij and Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Aakstraat 185, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €395,000 is 18% below the average asking price of €483,200 in Banne-Zuidwest. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 75 m², is €5,267, which is 9% below the neighbourhood average of €5,807 per m². The price verdict is described as keen, meaning it is on the low side compared with other homes currently for sale in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 72 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the third floor of the building. The volume is 240 m³. The property is municipal leasehold with the ground rent permanently prepaid.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value for this property was set at €428,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% below that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 58%, from €271,000 in 2020 to €428,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, which is not the same as the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The building dates from 1967 and sits on peat soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk data comes from public sources such as KCAF and the Climate Impact Atlas.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
A Lidl and a PLUS supermarket are both about 350 metres away, so just around the corner. A second PLUS is about 600 metres away. For schools, Basisschool De Botteloef and IBS Elif Noord are both within a ten-minute walk, and Xplore - Agora Amsterdam offers secondary education about 400 metres away. There is also a pharmacy, Service Apotheek Buiksloter, about 270 metres from the home.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stops are Statenjachtstraat and Tjalkstraat, both within a few hundred metres, served by lines 34, 39 and N93. The Banne Buikslootlaan stop is about 380 metres away with lines 245 and N93. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 3.3 km away. The bus lines connect to various parts of the city, though specific destinations are not listed.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes the area as "calm, safe and green", noting it has changed for the better in recent years. A third resident appreciates the greenery but mentions that rubbish containers can be messy. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this apartment is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate compared with more efficient homes, but lower than those with the least efficient labels. The agent states that the home has double glazing and wall insulation, which can help with energy efficiency.
