A classic Amsterdam apartment with water views
This apartment on the Amstelkade sits in the IJselbuurt-West neighbourhood, a quiet residential pocket of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with classic pre-war buildings. The asking price was €925,000. The living area of 122 m² according to the agent was 61% larger than the neighbourhood average of 76 m². For context, there were at the time 18 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with asking prices ranging from €425,000 to €1,230,000. If you are looking at [apartments in Amsterdam], this one stands out for its size and setting. This home has not been online since 29 October 2026.
A spacious home on the second floor
Built in 1924, this apartment spans two floors and includes five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent described the setting as along a quiet road, by the water and in a residential area. The home has a balcony, double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is municipal ground lease, so the land is leased from the municipality. The living area was listed as 122 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 116 m². The asking price per square metre was €7,582, based on the agent's floor area.
Life in the IJselbuurt-West
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy", with "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another, who has lived here for over six years, calls it "calm, green and evolving", noting that it has changed a lot in recent years and now hosts younger residents and families. The neighbourhood itself has 2,330 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 63%. The housing stock is predominantly pre-war, with 95% of homes built before 1945. For more on the area, see [the IJselbuurt-West neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, and a Coop is a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Berlage Lyceum is on your doorstep, and the 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster is a five-minute walk. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek van Wou, is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice is a bit further out. Tram line 12 stops at Waalstraat, just around the corner, and the Amstelkade stop with lines 4 and N84 is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Amstel station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price could be made. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, railway noise 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise 44 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is medium, with heat stress expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels: JA Makelaardij and JA Makelaardij on Pararius.
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About Amstelkade 70-2, Amsterdam
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price was €925,000. The living area was listed as 122 m² by the agent, which worked out to €7,582 per square metre. The neighbourhood had 18 homes at the time for sale, with asking prices ranging from €425,000 to €1,230,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood was €643,170.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The home is located on the second living floor and has a balcony. The agent listed the living area as 122 m², while the BAG registration records 116 m². The volume is 400 m³.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. The agent stated that the home had double glazing and floor insulation, which could help with keeping the home warm. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1924, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone for pre-1970 construction. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The address-level noise data shows road traffic noise at 48 dB Lden, railway noise at 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 44 dB Lden, all measured in 2022 or 2023. All three are below the relevant noise standards, so the home is not exposed to excessive noise from these sources according to the data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest is an Albert Heijn at 374 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 387 metres. A Coop is at 541 metres, and there are two more Albert Heijn stores at 591 and 600 metres. In total, there are 151 supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Berlage Lyceum, a secondary school, is just 111 metres away. For primary education, the 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster is at 358 metres, the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal at 470 metres, and the Dongeschool at 487 metres. The Mediacollege Amsterdam vmbo is at 550 metres.
What public transport options are available?
Tram line 12 stops at Waalstraat, 165 metres away, and at Maasstraat, 313 metres away. The Amstelkade stop, served by tram line 4 and bus line N84, is at 349 metres. Amsterdam Amstel train station is 1.3 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy" with lots of amenities, parks and bars. Another calls it "calm, green and evolving", noting it has changed for the better in recent years.
What is the ownership situation for this property?
The property is described as municipal ground lease, meaning the land is owned by the municipality and leased to the property owner. This is a common arrangement in Amsterdam. The agent listed the ownership as "Gemeentelijk eigendom belast met erfpacht", which translated to municipal ownership subject to ground lease.
