A classic Amsterdam apartment with a story
This 1930s apartment on the Biesboschstraat sits in the Scheldebuurt-Midden neighbourhood, a pocket of Amsterdam that residents describe as a cosy little village within the city. The asking price is €645,000, which is the lowest of the 35 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood and sits 22% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €827,571. For a sense of what this price buys across the city, you can compare with other apartments in Amsterdam.
The home itself
The apartment is on the second floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 74 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 83 m². The home has a balcony, and the ownership is perpetual ground lease, already bought off. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof and floor insulation, and the heating runs on a combi boiler. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home was built in 1930, a fact that speaks to its age but not to its condition.
Life in Scheldebuurt-Midden
Residents of the wider Scheldebuurt district give their living experience an average score of 8.29, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another." Another notes: "Feels like a village in the city. Close to various schools, Beatrixpark and the centre." The same resident mentions the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat as a downside. A third resident appreciates the green spaces and the quiet street where children can play, but points to overflowing rubbish bins. These reviews describe the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood. The area counts about 3,120 residents, and 43% of them are between 25 and 45 years old. For more on this area, see the Scheldebuurt-Midden neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The Albert Heijn on the Maasstraat is just around the corner, and a Coop is a couple of streets away. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep, and the Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is a couple of streets away. The BENU Apotheek Maas is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice, Huisartsen Van Baerle, is about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the Waalstraat stop is just around the corner, served by tram and bus lines 4, 23, 62, 245 and N84. Amsterdam RAI train station is about a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €707,000, and the asking price sits 9% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 30%, from €543,000 to €707,000. As for the address, the area-level indications show road traffic noise at 47 dB, rail noise at 36 dB and aircraft noise at 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level signal, not an inspection of this home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ramon Mossel Makelaardij and its listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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 Biesboschstraat 7-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €707,000, and the asking price of €645,000 sits 9% below that value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 30%, from €543,000 to €707,000. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply a judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is located on the second floor and has a balcony. The agent lists the living area at 74 m², while the BAG registration records 83 m². The home has roof and floor insulation according to the agent, and heating runs on a combi boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect energy costs that are neither very low nor extremely high. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The agent does mention roof and floor insulation, which are separate facts from the label.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level public data. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1930, and the area is marked as a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. No conclusion about this particular property should be drawn from this.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Albert Heijn on the Maasstraat is about 289 metres away, and a Coop is about 314 metres away. For schools, the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is about 194 metres away, and the Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is about 363 metres away. The nearest pharmacy, BENU Apotheek Maas, is about 234 metres away, while the nearest GP practice, Huisartsen Van Baerle, is about 1.65 kilometres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The Waalstraat stop is about 155 metres away and is served by tram and bus lines 4, 23, 62, 245 and N84. The Maasstraat stop is about 310 metres away with lines 4, 23, 245 and N84. Amsterdam RAI train station is about 1.1 kilometres away. These are the nearest options, and no travel times or destinations are implied.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the Scheldebuurt district give an average score of 8.29, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another." Another mentions the pleasant, quiet atmosphere and the proximity to schools and the Beatrixpark, but notes the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat. These reviews describe the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €645,000 is the lowest of the 35 homes currently for sale in the Scheldebuurt-Midden neighbourhood. It sits 22% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €827,571. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €9,070, while this home is listed at €8,716 per m² based on the agent's floor area. These figures are precomputed and presented without interpretation.
What is the ownership structure of this apartment?
The apartment is held under municipal ground lease, and the lease has been bought off in perpetuity. This means the ground lease is settled and does not require ongoing payments. The home is part of a homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €291. This information comes directly from the agent's listing.
