A dike house on the Amstel
This is a home with a story. A 1937 dike house on the Amsteldijk Zuid, in the green strip of Nes aan de Amstel, part of the Buitengebied Zuid district in Amstelveen. It sits on the water with open views, a setting that feels a world away from the city bustle, yet Amstelveen's centre is not far. The asking price of €1,245,000 is 43% below the average asking price of €2,182,778 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €8,627, and this home is listed at €8,469 per m². If you are looking at [apartments in Amstelveen], this one stands out for its size and setting.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this is a five-room home with three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 147 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 148 m². The property is fully insulated and has a central heating boiler. There is a garden at the front and back, with the back garden facing west and accessible via the back alley, plus a roof terrace. The home is described as a semi-detached dike house, and the agent notes it is fully insulated. The volume is 472 m³.
Life in Nes aan de Amstel
Nes aan de Amstel is a small village with about 1,020 residents, where the houses are mostly single-family homes. It is a quiet, green area along the river, and the residents who live here seem to appreciate that. Across the municipality of Amstelveen, residents give an average score of 7.95 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident says: "I have never had any problems in the neighbourhood and hardly any nuisance." Another says: "Nice neighbourhood to live in with all amenities nearby and pleasant people." The reviews reflect a friendly, calm atmosphere, though they describe the wider municipality rather than this specific village. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents over 65. For more on the area, see [the Nes aan de Amstel neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is a PLUS, just around the corner, and there are several other options within a short walk or drive, including Lidl, Vomar and Albert Heijn. The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool Jan Hekman, a couple of streets away, and there are more schools within a few kilometres. For healthcare, the nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Aemstelwijck in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, about 1.3 km away, and the Nicolaes Tulp Apotheek is about 1.1 km away. The nearest hospital is Ziekenhuis Amstelland, about 1.1 km. For public transport, the bus stop Amstelveen, Langerhuize is about 820 metres away, with bus line 356, and the stop Ouderkerk a/d Amstel, Ouderkerk West is about 956 metres, with line 171. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, about 4.4 km away. This is all within the municipality of Amstelveen, which offers a good range of amenities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €988,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 26% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed as recorded by the municipality. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to be aware of. The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while aircraft noise is 45 dB and industrial noise is 46 dB, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with notes that the home was built in 1937 on peat soil, and that in this postcode area 62% of buildings were built before 1970. The climate risk for pluvial flooding is medium, while the flood risk is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Bart Postema Makelaardij B.V. and the same agent on 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Amsteldijk Zuid 61, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €1,245,000, while the WOZ value is €988,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is 26% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the difference is a fact to consider, not a judgement.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is a five-room home with three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is 147 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 148 m². There is a garden at the front and back, with the rear garden facing west and accessible via the back path, plus a terrace. The home is fully owned.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent states that the home is fully insulated and has a central heating boiler. The energy label is a fact, and the insulation is a separate feature mentioned by the agent.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1937 on peat soil, and the notes mention that in this postcode area, 2% of homes have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard. The noise from air traffic is 45 dB and from industry is 46 dB, both below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at about 900 metres, and there are Lidl, Vomar and Albert Heijn within about 1.4 km. The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool Jan Hekman at about 740 metres. The GP is Huisartspraktijk Aemstelwijck in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, about 1.3 km away, and the pharmacy is Nicolaes Tulp Apotheek, about 1.1 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Amstelveen, Langerhuize, about 820 metres away, with bus line 356. Another stop, Ouderkerk a/d Amstel, Ouderkerk West, is about 950 metres away, with line 171. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, about 4.4 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Nes aan de Amstel is a small village with about 1,020 residents. The homes are mostly single-family houses, and the area is rural and green. Residents of the municipality of Amstelveen give an average score of 7.95 out of 10, based on 57 reviews, with comments about a friendly and quiet atmosphere. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents over 45.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €8,469, based on the agent's living area of 147 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €8,627. So this home is priced slightly below the neighbourhood average per m².
