Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 26B
WG-terrein, Amsterdam
AreaA modern apartment in the heart of Amsterdam
This apartment on the Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat sits in the lively WG-terrein area of Amsterdam, a district known for its cultural buzz and green spaces. Built in 2011, the home offers a contemporary living space with a B energy label. At €649,000, the asking price is 19% below the average asking price of €805,733 for apartments in Amsterdam, which puts it on the sharp side for this market.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor and includes two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. It features a roof terrace, and the agent notes it is fully insulated and heated by district heating. The living area is listed as 67 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 65 m². The home is located on the fourth floor and offers a free view.
The WG-terrein neighbourhood
The WG-terrein neighbourhood is a compact urban area with about 2,585 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.28 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Pleasant, beautiful neighbourhood with lots to see and do. Cultural visits to the many museums and parks, with plenty of cosiness from shops, cafés and restaurants." Another notes: "Lots of supermarkets, shops and cafés. Very accessible by public transport." A third resident finds it "too busy," mentioning noise and exhaust fumes. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: a Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, and a Lidl and Albert Heijn are just around the corner. For healthcare, the SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat GP practice is a couple of streets away, and the BENU Apotheek Bilderdijk pharmacy is nearby. Huygens College, a secondary school, is right next door, and primary schools are within a ten-minute walk. Public transport is well covered: tram stops Bilderdijkstraat and Kinkerstraat are just around the corner, served by lines 1, 7, 13, 17, 19, and N83. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 2.4 km away, within the municipality of Amsterdam. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though 50% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, but heat stress is currently medium and could become 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 Makelaar in Amsterdam B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Eerste Constantijn Huygensstraat 26B, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other apartments in the area?
The asking price of €649,000 is 19% below the average asking price of €805,733 for apartments in this neighbourhood. The median asking price is €650,000, so this home is priced in line with the median. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €10,802, while this home is listed at €9,687 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is located on the fourth floor and includes a roof terrace. The living area is 67 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration states 65 m². The volume is 248 m³.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not available here. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data indicates that road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 48 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. A Jumbo is about 190 metres away, a Lidl is 279 metres, and an Albert Heijn is 280 metres. Another Albert Heijn is at 286 metres, and a Vomar is 319 metres. This gives plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The WG-terrein neighbourhood is very strongly urban with a high address density. Residents of the district rate it 7.28 out of 10 on average. Reviews mention a lively atmosphere with museums, parks, shops, and cafés, but also note it can be busy and noisy. The area has many single-person households.
How is the public transport connectivity?
The nearest tram stops are Bilderdijkstraat and Kinkerstraat, both about 230 metres away, served by lines 1, 7, 13, 17, 19, and N83. The Overtoom stop is also close. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 2.4 km away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This label indicates the home's energy performance. The agent states the home is fully insulated and heated by district heating. A B label is relatively efficient, so energy costs are likely to be moderate, but actual costs depend on usage.
Are there any flood risks for this property?
According to climate risk data, the current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is also low. These are area-level indications, not a guarantee for the specific property.
What schools are in the area?
Huygens College, a secondary school, is right next door at 22 metres. For primary education, OBS Leonardo da Vinci is 413 metres away, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is 476 metres. There are also other primary schools within a short distance.
