A modern apartment in a green corner of Amsterdam
This apartment on the Carolina MacGillavrylaan sits in Science Park-Noord, a calm and green part of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with trees and the pace feels relaxed. The home was built in 2012 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. At €595,000, the asking price is 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €747,800, a comparison that puts it on the keen side of the market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,986, and this home is listed at €7,438 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are weighing options, it is worth noting that there are currently five apartments for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €499,000 to €1,175,000. You can browse other [apartments in Amsterdam] to see what else is on the market.
The home itself
The listing does not include details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space like a garden or balcony. What is known is that the home is an apartment built in 2012, with a living area of 80 square metres according to the BAG registration. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so expect relatively modest energy costs. The asking price works out to €7,438 per square metre, based on the BAG floor area.
Science Park-Noord
Science Park-Noord is a neighbourhood that residents describe as calm, green, and evolving. One resident, who has lived here for over six years and recently bought a larger apartment in the same building, says: "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." Another resident appreciates the greenery: "A very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation." Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. The neighbourhood itself has about 2,670 residents, and a large share, 49%, are between 15 and 25 years old, which gives the area a youthful energy. The housing stock is relatively modern, with over half of the homes built after 2010. For more on what this area is like, you can read about [the Science Park-Noord neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. For schools, the Gerhardschool, a special education school, is on your doorstep, and the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, is a ten-minute walk away, and the CBA Apotheek is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Carolina MacGillavrylaan is right outside with bus line 40, and the Valentijnkade stop, with lines 40 and 65, is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Amsterdam Science Park, is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam provides the broader context for these amenities, and you can find more about [the municipality of Amsterdam] on our site. Regarding address-level risks, the data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 58 dB Lden, while railway, aircraft, and industrial noise are all below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the area is a KCAF attention zone, with 20% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. For climate, the indications for pluvial flooding and current flood risk are elevated, while the flood risk for 2050 and heat stress, both current and in 2050, are medium. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via DDB 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 Carolina MacGillavrylaan 33, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €595,000 is 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €747,800. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,986, while this home is listed at €7,438 per square metre based on the BAG registration. Currently, there are five apartments for sale in Science Park-Noord, with prices ranging from €499,000 to €1,175,000. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €625,000.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 80 square metres. This is 25% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 107 square metres. The asking price per square metre, based on the BAG floor area, is €7,438. The listing does not provide details on the number of rooms or bedrooms, so the layout is not fully described.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home was built in 2012, which is a relatively recent construction year. The listing does not mention specific insulation features, so no further details on energy efficiency are available.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is not always included in listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the WOZ value or to see how the value has developed over the past five years.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 43 dB Lden, aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, all of which are below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication is low. However, the area is a KCAF attention zone, meaning that 20% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home itself was built in 2012, which is a relatively recent construction year.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this location?
Area-level climate data indicates that pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) and current flood risk are elevated, while the flood risk for 2050 is medium. Heat stress is medium both currently and for 2050. These are indications for the area, not predictions for this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 393 metres, which is just around the corner. A Lidl is at 423 metres, and a SPAR is at 488 metres, both a couple of streets away. There are also two other Albert Heijn locations within a ten-minute walk, at 553 and 942 metres. In total, there are 116 supermarkets within 5 kilometres.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Gerhardschool, a special education school, is on your doorstep at 129 metres. The Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) is a five-minute walk at 361 metres, and the Vrije School Thula is at 446 metres. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo en pro Amsterdam-Oost is at 546 metres. There are 158 schools within 5 kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop Carolina MacGillavrylaan is right outside the building, with bus line 40. The Valentijnkade stop, with lines 40 and 65, is a couple of streets away at 284 metres. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Science Park, a ten-minute walk at 739 metres. This provides options for getting around Amsterdam and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Science Park-Noord has about 2,670 residents. A large share, 49%, are between 15 and 25 years old, and 33% are between 25 and 45. Most households, 78%, are single-person households, and only 6% are households with children. The housing stock is relatively modern, with 52.6% of homes built after 2010 and 47.4% built between 1990 and 2010.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating, or ownership structures. The home is offered only via DDB Makelaardij.
