A bright start in De Wester Quartier
This apartment sits on the fifth floor of a 2011 building along the water in De Wester Quartier, a pocket of Amsterdam that feels calm and green. The home is a single-floor layout with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 65 square metres. The asking price of €550,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €661,000. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one sits below the local norm.
The home itself
According to the agent, the apartment has double glazing, HR+ glass and is fully insulated, with a central heating boiler. It is on the fifth floor and comes with a balcony. The property is municipal ground lease, but the annual fee has been permanently bought off, so there is no recurring ground rent. The homeowners' association fee is €175.37 per month. The living area is 65 square metres, both according to the BAG registration and the agent's listing.
Life in De Wester Quartier
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 to litter around the waste containers as a recurring issue. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,700 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. The De Wester Quartier neighbourhood is part of the larger Chassébuurt district.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The GP practice Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West is on your doorstep, and the BENU Apotheek Wester Amsterdam is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, SPAR is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Aldi a couple of streets away. Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is a short walk, and there are several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The tram stop Witte de Withstraat is just around the corner, with lines 1, 7, 17 and N83. Amsterdam Lelylaan station is about 2 kilometres away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €616,000, and the asking price sits 11% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 34%, from €459,000 to €616,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, with medium heat stress currently and elevated heat stress expected by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Vos & Kleian Makelaardij B.V. and a listing 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.
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About Baarsjesweg 191D, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €550,000 is 17% below the average asking price in De Wester Quartier, which is €661,000. The price per square metre is €8,462, based on the agent's listing. The price verdict is described as keen, meaning it is on the low side compared with other homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the fifth floor of the building and includes a balcony. The living area is 65 square metres, and the volume is 217 cubic metres. The property was built in 2011.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €616,000. The asking price is 11% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 34%, from €459,000 in 2020 to €616,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 31 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 46 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to KCAF data. However, 67% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is noted as an attention area. This is an area-level indication and does not replace an inspection of the specific property.
What climate risks apply to this location?
The climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low and remains low in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
SPAR is about 333 metres away, Albert Heijn about 400 metres, and Aldi about 460 metres. For schools, Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is about 157 metres away, and 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is about 361 metres. Several other primary schools are within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Witte de Withstraat, about 146 metres away, served by lines 1, 7, 17 and N83. Nicolaas Beetsstraat is about 366 metres away with the same lines, and Postjesweg is about 505 metres away with lines 1, 7, 15, 17 and 18. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 2 kilometres away.
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 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions the many amenities, parks and bars. Another describes the area as calm, safe and green, though noting some issues with litter around waste containers. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
