A classic Amsterdam apartment in Marathonbuurt-Oost
This apartment on Herculesstraat 38C sits in the Marathonbuurt-Oost neighbourhood, part of the Stadionbuurt district in Amsterdam. The area has a calm, green feel, with residents mentioning the trees and quiet nights. The asking price is €640,000. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,692, and this home is listed at €7,901 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its size relative to the local average.
The home itself
Built in 1930, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, according to the agent. The living area is listed as 81 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 62 m². The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has been listed since 11 November 2026.
The Marathonbuurt-Oost neighbourhood
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident, who has lived in the area for over six years, describes it as "calm, green and evolving", noting that it has changed a lot in recent years, with more options for entertainment and hospitality, and now hosting younger residents and families. A third resident mentions the neighbourhood is "een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden", though they also point out that hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue. The neighbourhood has about 1,440 inhabitants, and 60% of households are single-person households. For more details, you can read about the Marathonbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School is on your doorstep, and the Europaschool is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Hygieaplein, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Stadion is a couple of streets away. For public transport, tram and bus stop Olympiaplein is a couple of streets away, served by lines 15, 24, 62 and N88. Amsterdam Zuid train station is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address risks, these are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise levels from road traffic, rail traffic and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current and 2050 flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Aemestelle Makelaars Weesp and Aemestelle Makelaars Amsterdam.
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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 Herculesstraat 38C, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of this apartment is €640,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,692, while this home is listed at €7,901 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 81 m². The average asking price for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €532,143, but no direct comparison or verdict is provided for this specific listing.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 81 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 62 m². The home was built in 1930 and has an energy label C.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. As a result, no comparison with the asking price or information about the value development over the past five years can be provided.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which places it within a KCAF attention zone. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest public transport stop is Olympiaplein, a couple of streets away, served by tram and bus lines 15, 24, 62 and N88. The Haarlemmermeerstation stop is also nearby, with bus lines 257, 357, 397, N47, N57 and N97. Amsterdam Zuid train station is about 1.3 km away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School is on your doorstep, and the Europaschool is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Hygieaplein, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Stadion is a couple of streets away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy", with lots of amenities, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another resident, who has lived there for over six years, calls it "calm, green and evolving", noting it has changed for the better in recent years.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the WOZ value. As a result, no information about the municipal valuation or its development is available. Other property details, such as the layout and floor area, are provided by the agent and the BAG registration.
