Ben Viljoenstraat 29
Transvaalbuurt-West, Amsterdam
AreaA 1950s apartment in the heart of Amsterdam East
Ben Viljoenstraat 29 sits in the Transvaalbuurt-West, a lively pocket of Amsterdam where the streets hum with daily life. This is a 1950s apartment with an energy label C, listed for €450,000. With a floor area of 54 m² according to the agent, the asking price works out at €8,333 per m², which is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Amsterdam.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a volume of 169 m³. The agent lists the living area at 54 m², while the BAG registration records 48 m². Both figures are stated here as they come from different sources. The home dates from 1950 and carries an energy label C, so expect moderate energy costs.
Life in the Transvaalbuurt-West
Residents give their neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 79 years, says: "A wonderful neighbourhood to live in. I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!" Another resident is less positive, describing people as "not okay" and saying they "talk too much about you with lies". The neighbourhood counts 4,020 residents, with a high share of single-person households at 56%. For a fuller picture of the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood, the data shows a mix of long-term locals and newcomers.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. Three Albert Heijn supermarkets are just around the corner, with a Vomar and a Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap and IBS De Vijgenboom are both within a five-minute walk, while Cygnus Gymnasium for secondary education is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a ten-minute walk, and the Transvaal Apotheek is just around the corner. The OLVG hospital at location Oost is a five-minute walk. For public transport, bus stop Krugerplein with lines 37, 245 and N87 is just around the corner, and metro station Wibautstraat with lines 4, 25, 51, 53, 54 and N85 is a five-minute walk. Amsterdam Amstel train station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Amsterdam is well served by these connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard for the reference year 2022. Railway noise is 52 dB Lden, not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also within limits. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970, and this postcode area is a KCAF attention area with 100% of properties built before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Hoekstra en Van Eck Amsterdam Centrum.
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Frequently asked questions
About Ben Viljoenstraat 29, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €450,000. Based on the agent's stated living area of 54 m², that works out at €8,333 per m². The average price per m² in the Transvaalbuurt-West is €8,873, so this apartment is priced slightly below the neighbourhood average per square metre.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The total volume is 169 m³. The living area is listed as 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 48 m².
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, which dates from 1950.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, but it is not mentioned here, so no comparison with the asking price can be made.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building dating from 1950, before 1970, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, making it a KCAF attention area. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard for the reference year 2022. Railway noise is 52 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also within limits. These are area-level indications from public data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are three Albert Heijn supermarkets within a short walk, the nearest being about 363 metres away. A Vomar is about 589 metres away and a Lidl about 653 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk of the apartment.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is about 269 metres away and IBS De Vijgenboom about 274 metres. For secondary education, Cygnus Gymnasium is about 305 metres away and Kiem Montessori about 397 metres. All are within a five-minute walk.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stop Krugerplein with lines 37, 245 and N87 is about 332 metres away. Metro station Wibautstraat with lines 4, 25, 51, 53, 54 and N85 is about 451 metres away. Amsterdam Amstel train station is about 714 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
How do residents rate the Transvaalbuurt-West?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One long-term resident who has lived there for 79 years speaks very positively, while another is critical of the social atmosphere. The reviews reflect personal experiences and opinions.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of surface water accumulation during intense rainfall. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications.
