A bright upper apartment by the park
This upper apartment on Elpermeer 160 sits in Buikslotermeer-Noord, a quiet pocket of Amsterdam North. The home is set against a park, in a residential area, with an unobstructed view. Built in 1966, it carries an energy label B. The asking price of €390,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €430,474. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one sits at the lower end for its size.
The home itself
The apartment spans one floor, with four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 83 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 79 m². It has double glazing and is heated by district heating. The balcony is a bonus, and the home is on the second living floor. The property is municipal leasehold, with the lease ending on 15-02-2040, and an annual fee of €220.08. The homeowners' association fee is €219.17 per month.
Life in Buikslotermeer-Noord
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.0, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I find the neighbourhood quiet and green," though they add that "lately there has been a lot of violence and many shops are closing down." Another is "very satisfied," describing the area as "very green, very clean, nice and quiet," with "many diverse residents" and "a lot organised for young and old." The neighbourhood has about 2,485 inhabitants, and 69% of households are single-person. The Buikslotermeer-Noord neighbourhood is home to a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents over 65.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Basisschool De Biënkorf is a five-minute walk, and the 11e Montessorischool Boven 't IJ is also close. The nearest GP is Praktijk de Oostkaap, about 3.2 km away, while the Safe Apotheek is on your doorstep. Bus stops Spelderholt and J. Drijverweg are nearby, served by lines 39, N91, 37 and 245. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 4 km away, and the BovenIJ Ziekenhuis is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive public transport and amenities. According to public address-level risk data, the home is in an area with a road traffic noise level of 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm, and aircraft noise of 46 dB Lden, which is not. The foundation risk indication is low, though the area is on peat soil. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, as is flood risk now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Teunisse Makelaars van Purmerend on Funda.
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About Elpermeer 160, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €390,000 is 9% below the average asking price of €430,474 for homes in Buikslotermeer-Noord. On a per-square-metre basis, the price is €4,699, which is 10% lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,236 per m². The price verdict is described as keen, meaning it is on the low side compared with the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 83 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 79 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the second living floor. The property is an upper apartment, so it has its own entrance and no neighbours above.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label B, which is an efficient label. This means the energy costs are likely to be relatively moderate compared with less efficient labels. The home has double glazing and is heated by district heating, which can be a cost-effective way to heat the home.
What is the leasehold situation for this property?
The property is municipal leasehold, with the lease ending on 15-02-2040. The annual lease fee is €220.08. This is a relatively low annual fee, and the lease has a fixed end date. The homeowners' association fee is €219.17 per month. These are the only costs mentioned in the listing.
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 a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing does not provide this information.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to public address-level risk data, the road traffic noise level is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications, not measurements at this specific home. The home is set against a park, which may provide some buffer, but the data suggests road traffic noise is noticeable.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The area is on peat soil, and the home was built in 1966, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No foundation issues are stated in the listing.
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 flood risk from rivers or the sea is also medium, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Climate Impact Atlas, not a prediction for this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Dirk, about 640 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Albert Heijn is about 770 metres away, and Jumbo and Lidl are both about 860 metres away. There are also 53 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
Basisschool De Biënkorf is about 380 metres away, a five-minute walk, and the 11e Montessorischool Boven 't IJ is about 525 metres away. There is also a special primary school, School voor Speciaal Basisonderwijs Universum, at 361 metres. For secondary education, Hogelant is about 770 metres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Spelderholt, about 250 metres away, served by lines 39 and N91. The J. Drijverweg stop is about 360 metres away, with lines 37, 39, 245 and N91. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 4 km away, so you can reach the city centre by train or bus.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.0, based on three reviews. One resident says the area is "quiet and green" but notes "a lot of violence and many shops are closing down." Another is "very satisfied," praising the greenery, cleanliness and diversity. A third gives a lower score, saying "Live in Amsterdam North, says enough."
