Camera Obscuralaan 368
Boekenbuurt, Amstelveen
AreaA quiet spot in the Boekenbuurt
This apartment sits on the Camera Obscuralaan, a quiet road in the Boekenbuurt with an open view. The home was built in 1966 and has an energy label D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With an asking price of €412,500, the price is 34% below the average asking price of €628,313 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with other apartments in Amstelveen.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a total volume of 237 m³. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is on the second floor and has a balcony. The agent notes partial double glazing, block heating, and a setting on a quiet road in a residential area with an open view.
Life in the Boekenbuurt
Across the municipality of Amstelveen, residents give an average score of 7.95 based on 57 reviews. Some residents say: "it is a good neighbourhood full of joy" and "I have never had any problems in the neighbourhood and hardly any nuisance." Others describe it as a "cosy, friendly neighbourhood" with "all amenities nearby and pleasant people." The neighbourhood has around 3,080 residents, and the average household size is 1.9 people. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 2,828 per km². For more on the area, see the Boekenbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The weekday routine is well covered here. Lidl and Vomar are just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For schools, De Bloeiwijzer is on your doorstep, and Futuris is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Academische Huisartsenpraktijk Bankras, is just around the corner, and Service Apotheek Bankras is a couple of streets away. Bus line 171 stops at Amstelveen, Bankrashof, a couple of streets away, and the Onderuit tram stop with lines 5, 6, 25 and N84 is also nearby. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, about 3.5 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amstelveen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €405,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 2% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 32%, from €306,000 to €405,000. As for address-level indications, road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil type is peat, with the groundwater level expected to drop towards 2050. Pluvial flooding risk is low, while current flood risk and flood risk in 2050 are both medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rijsterborgh Makelaars B.V. and Rijsterborgh Makelaars B.V. on Funda.
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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.
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About Camera Obscuralaan 368, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €405,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €412,500 is 2% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 32%, from €306,000 to €405,000. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is on the second floor and has a balcony. The total volume is 237 m³.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, according to public area-level data. The soil type is peat, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Lidl and Vomar are both about 580 metres away, and Albert Heijn is about 750 metres away. Dirk is about 810 metres away. These are the nearest supermarkets within the area, so daily groceries are within easy reach.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 171 stops at Amstelveen, Bankrashof, about 525 metres away. The Onderuit tram stop, with lines 5, 6, 25 and N84, is about 596 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, about 3.5 km away.
What schools are close to this home?
De Bloeiwijzer, a special primary school, is about 280 metres away. Futuris, a secondary school, is about 349 metres away, and Brede School Omnibus, a primary school, is also about 349 metres away. School of Understanding is about 456 metres away.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Across the municipality of Amstelveen, residents give an average score of 7.95 based on 57 reviews. Some residents say: "it is a good neighbourhood full of joy" and "I have never had any problems in the neighbourhood and hardly any nuisance." Others describe it as a "cosy, friendly neighbourhood" with "all amenities nearby and pleasant people."
What is the noise situation at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, according to area-level data from 2022. Railway noise is 22 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 48 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the home itself.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent also notes partial double glazing and block heating. The label is a general indication, not a detailed assessment of the home's condition.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €5,729, based on the agent's listed living area of 72 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,120. The living area is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m².
