Bosboom Toussaintstraat 68A
Helmersbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
AreaA grand apartment in the heart of Amsterdam
This spacious apartment sits on Bosboom Toussaintstraat in the Helmersbuurt-Oost, a lively pocket of Amsterdam where the streets hum with cafés, shops and museums. With 151 square metres of living space, it is a substantial home in a city where space is precious. The asking price of €1,650,000 is on the high side, sitting 110% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €787,500. For context, the home is 96% larger than the typical 77 square metres in the area. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Amsterdam].
A home from 1896
Built in 1896, this apartment carries the character of a late-19th-century Amsterdam building. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The living area is recorded as 151 square metres according to the BAG registration. The listing does not provide further details on the layout, bedrooms or outdoor space.
Life in the Helmersbuurt-Oost
Residents of the wider Helmersbuurt district give their area an average score of 7.28 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a "pleasant, beautiful neighbourhood with lots to see and do", noting the cultural visits to museums and parks, and the cosiness of shops, cafés and restaurants. Another says it is "above average and pleasantly composed", with lots of supermarkets and easy access to public transport. A third resident finds it "too busy", mentioning dirt and exhaust fumes. The neighbourhood is home to around 2,640 people, with a high proportion of single-person households. For more on the area, see [the Helmersbuurt-Oost neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with Lidl just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Huygens College for secondary education is just around the corner, and OBS Leonardo da Vinci primary school is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Wittop Koning pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the Overtoom tram stop is just around the corner with lines 1, 12, 17 and N83, and Bilderdijkstraat stop is a couple of streets away with additional lines 7, 13 and 19. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The area falls under [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
Public risk data at address level indicates the noise from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing the home is 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 Bosboom Toussaintstraat 68A, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,650,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €787,500, which means it sits 110% above that figure. The average asking price per square metre in the area is €10,967, while this home is listed at €10,927 per square metre based on the BAG living area of 151 square metres.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 151 square metres according to the BAG registration. This is 96% larger than the neighbourhood average of 77 square metres. The listing does not provide additional details about the layout, number of bedrooms or bathrooms.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
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 tell you about the condition of the building itself, which dates from 1896. No insulation details are stated in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building being constructed before 1970, specifically in 1896, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, placing it within a KCAF attention zone. 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?
Public data indicates road traffic noise at this address is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 32 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from the Atlas Leefomgeving and are area-level indications rather than measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. Jumbo is the closest at 140 metres, followed by Lidl at 198 metres and Albert Heijn at 248 metres. A Vomar is at 313 metres and another Albert Heijn at 360 metres. In total, there are 154 supermarkets within five kilometres of the address.
What public transport options are available?
The Overtoom tram stop is 223 metres away and serves lines 1, 12, 17 and N83. Bilderdijkstraat stop at 273 metres adds lines 7, 13 and 19, and Kinkerstraat stop at 274 metres also serves lines 1, 12, 13, 17, 19 and N83. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 2,358 metres away.
What do residents say about the Helmersbuurt district?
Residents of the wider Helmersbuurt district give an average score of 7.28 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident calls it a "pleasant, beautiful neighbourhood with lots to see and do", while another notes it is "above average and pleasantly composed" with good public transport. A third finds it "too busy" with exhaust fumes. These reviews describe the district, not specifically the Helmersbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Huygens College for secondary education is the nearest school at 98 metres. For primary education, OBS Leonardo da Vinci is at 358 metres, Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt at 571 metres, Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs at 692 metres, and 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan at 697 metres. There are 217 schools within five kilometres in total.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is indicated as medium, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is also medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, based on public data at address level, and do not constitute an inspection of this specific property.
