A classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This apartment on the Curaçaostraat sits in the Postjeskade e.o. neighbourhood, part of the Westindische Buurt in Amsterdam. It's a 1935 build, so it has that classic Amsterdam character. The asking price of €475,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €651,125. For context, the average asking price per m² in the area is €9,260, while this home is listed at €8,051 per m². If you're looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its price position.
The home itself
This is a between-floor apartment on the third living floor, with four rooms including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 59 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 53 m². The home has a balcony and a free view, and it's set in a residential area. According to the agent, it has double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is via a central heating boiler. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs.
Life in Postjeskade e.o.
The neighbourhood is home to around 2,955 people, and it's a mix of ages, with a large share of residents between 25 and 45. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.1, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer." Another notes: "Always nice, lots of squares for your children and also many babysitting houses, so actually perfect for a family." A third review is less positive, mentioning that the neighbourhood has deteriorated. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific street. For more on the area, see the Postjeskade e.o. neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Jumbo and Lidl are just around the corner, and Aldi is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are close by, with OBS Corantijn just around the corner and the 7e Montessorischool a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Wester Amsterdam is a couple of streets away. For public transport, tram and bus stops at Hoofdweg are on your doorstep, with lines 1, 15 and 17. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €450,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 6% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 25%, from €359,000 to €450,000. As for address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Boelen 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 Curaçaostraat 29-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €475,000 is 27% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €651,125. The average asking price per m² in the area is €9,260, while this home is listed at €8,051 per m². This makes the price keen compared with the local market, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a between-floor apartment on the third living floor, with four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area as 59 m², while the BAG registration records 53 m². There is a balcony, and the property is freehold. The home has double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is via a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €450,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 25%, from €359,000 in 2020 to €450,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to address-level data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 33 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1935, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention area, with 100% of buildings built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it remains low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but it is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo and Lidl are both just around the corner, at about 233 metres. Aldi is a couple of streets away at 478 metres, and there are two Albert Heijn supermarkets within a short walk, at 502 and 686 metres. In total, there are 144 supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are close to this home?
OBS Corantijn, a primary school, is just around the corner at 245 metres. The 7e Montessorischool is a five-minute walk at 550 metres, and Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is at 618 metres. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 1.5 km away. There are 189 schools within 5 km.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest tram and bus stop is Hoofdweg, on your doorstep at 131 metres, with lines 1, 15 and 17. Corantijnstraat is also close at 207 metres, and Surinameplein at 233 metres offers lines 1, 15, 17, 27 and 28. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 1.2 km away.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.1, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities." Another mentions it's "perfect for a family" due to squares and babysitting houses. A third review is critical, saying the neighbourhood has deteriorated. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this street.
