Borgerstraat 208H
Lootsbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA 1911 apartment on Borgerstraat
This apartment sits on Borgerstraat in the Lootsbuurt, part of the Van Lennepbuurt district in Amsterdam. The home dates from 1911 and was offered for €700,000. This listing did not state the energy label. The asking price was in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average. For context, the price sat 40% above the average last known asking price of €498,750 in the area, while the living area of 70 m² was 46% larger than the neighbourhood average of 48 m². If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its size relative to the local norm. This home has not been online since 15 October 2026.
The home itself
The apartment has a living area of 70 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent had not published further details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor about any outdoor space or installations. The year of construction is 1911, a fact that tells you about the building's age but nothing about its condition.
Life in the Lootsbuurt
The Lootsbuurt is a compact urban neighbourhood with 1,865 residents, and the address density is high at 10,570 addresses per square kilometre. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.67, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for over 40 years, my children grew up here, and I've seen the neighbourhood change, for better and for worse." Another adds: "There's often a nice atmosphere and I feel safe walking the streets. You're always greeted kindly by the neighbours." The reviews mention plenty of schools and supermarkets nearby, and a pleasant stroll down Kinkerstraat. The district recorded 108 crimes in total, a figure you can interpret for yourself. For more on the area, see the Lootsbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR a couple of streets away. Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is on your doorstep, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, is just around the corner, and Service Staring Apotheek is a five-minute walk. For public transport, tram stop Witte de Withstraat is just around the corner, served by lines 1, 7, 17 and N83. Amsterdam Lelylaan station is a ten-minute walk away at 2 kilometres. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was not stated in the available data, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with area-level risk indications from public data sources. Road traffic noise is measured at 55 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway noise at 30 dB and aircraft noise at 47 dB stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which applies to the area rather than this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, and heat stress is medium now, rising to elevated by 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this particular property.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via Keij & Stefels B.V.
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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 Borgerstraat 208H, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €700,000 was 40% above the average asking price of €498,750 in the Lootsbuurt. The price per square metre was €10,000 based on the BAG living area, which was 8% below the neighbourhood average per square metre. The price verdict described the asking price as in line with the market.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 70 m² according to the BAG registration. This is 46% larger than the neighbourhood average of 48 m². The agent had not published further details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms.
Why was there no energy label in this listing?
The agent had not published this field. As a result, there was no official indication of how energy-efficient the home was, and no basis to estimate energy costs.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.67, based on three reviews. One resident who has lived there for over 40 years mentions the neighbourhood has changed over time and notes some streets are very dark. Another says there is often a nice atmosphere and they feel safe walking the streets, with many handy shops nearby and a pleasant stroll down Kinkerstraat.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from 1911 and that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. It is not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket at 270 metres, with a SPAR at 293 metres. A second Albert Heijn is at 456 metres, another at 475 metres, and an Aldi at 543 metres. All are within a short walk.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Tram stop Witte de Withstraat is at 235 metres, served by lines 1, 7, 17 and N83. Nicolaas Beetsstraat stop is at 281 metres with the same lines. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is 2 kilometres away.
What schools are near this home?
Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is at 100 metres, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is at 289 metres. Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is at 461 metres and St. Janschool at 545 metres. All are primary schools within walking distance.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it remains low for 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
