A calm spot in Molenwijk
This apartment on Bergmolen 54 sits in Molenwijk, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam-Noord that residents describe as calm, green and evolving. The home is a gallery flat from 1968, set along a quiet road with a free view and surrounded by woodland, according to the agent. The asking price is €345,000, which works out at €3,670 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam are listed across a wide range of prices and sizes.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, spread over a single floor, with a total living area of 94 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent. The volume is 300 cubic metres. There is a balcony, and the property is held under leasehold, with the ground rent paid off until 16 July 2060. The home is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient; expect energy costs that are neither very low nor very high.
Life in Molenwijk
Molenwijk is a district where residents give the municipality an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another notes: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the greenery and the trees that provide cooling, but also points out that the area around the waste containers can be messy. The neighbourhood has around 2,995 residents, and about 17% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Molenwijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. The Dekamarkt is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close by: De Bonkelaar is just around the corner, and Montessori Kindcentrum Oostzanerwerf is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oostzaan, about 1.9 km away, while the BENU Apotheek Molenwijk Amsterdam is just around the corner. Bus stops Petmolen and Bovenkruier, served by lines 36 and 39, are on your doorstep, and Amsterdam Centraal station is about 4.5 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers a wide range of services and connections, as you would expect from the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €337,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 24%, from €272,000 to €337,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the area-level data: the home was built in 1968 on peat soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can affect wooden foundations. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of flooding from heavy rain is low, and the current flood risk is also low, while heat stress is medium.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Openbare Makelaardij and Openbare Makelaardij.
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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 Bergmolen 54, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €345,000, while the WOZ value is €337,000 as of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 2% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the comparison is a factual reference point. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 24%, from €272,000 in 2020 to €337,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, on a single floor. The living area is 94 square metres, and the volume is 300 cubic metres. There is a balcony. The property is a gallery flat, built in 1968. The energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient, so energy costs will be neither very low nor very high.
What is the leasehold situation?
The property is held under leasehold, but the ground rent has been paid off until 16 July 2060. This means that for the coming decades, there is no annual ground rent to pay. After that date, the situation may change, but that is a long way off. The agent lists this as a feature of the property.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public area-level data. The home was built in 1968 on peat soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of flooding from heavy rain is low, and the current flood risk is also low.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 15 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the year 2022 and 2023, and they are area-level indications. They do not reflect the sound insulation of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is about 483 metres away, and the Lidl is about 511 metres away, so both are within a short walk. The Dekamarkt is about 784 metres away, and the Jumbo is about 1 km away. There are also more options within 5 km, with 52 supermarkets in total in the wider area.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. De Bonkelaar is about 328 metres away, Montessori Kindcentrum Oostzanerwerf is about 386 metres away, and Daltonschool De Poolster is about 546 metres away. For secondary education, Kolom praktijkcollege Noord is about 566 metres away. The nearest secondary school overall is about 1.2 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are Petmolen and Bovenkruier, both about 158 and 223 metres away, served by lines 36 and 39. There is also a stop at Amsterdam, Molenaarsweg, about 286 metres away, served by line 103. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, about 4.5 km away, which you can reach by bus or bike.
What do residents say about the neighbourhood?
Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam give an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident says the area is "extremely nice and cozy" with lots of amenities, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another mentions it is "calm, safe and green" and affordable compared with the rest of the city. A third notes the greenery and trees, but also mentions that the area around the waste containers can be messy.
What is the average asking price in Molenwijk?
In Molenwijk, the average asking price for homes currently for sale is €352,222, with a median of €365,000. The range is from €320,000 to €375,000. The average asking price per square metre is €4,198, and the average floor area is 85 square metres. This apartment is listed at €345,000.
