A quiet spot in Bosleeuw
Hofwijckstraat 34-2 is a ground-floor apartment in Bosleeuw, a residential pocket of Amsterdam that feels a world away from the tourist crowds. The street is quiet, and the setting is described as a residential area, which suits the calm, community-minded vibe residents talk about. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which sits at €501,344. For context, the wider market for apartments in Amsterdam shows a range of prices, but this home is priced above the local norm.
The home itself
Built in 1950, this apartment spans one floor and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 65 square metres, matching the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent paid off until 15 August 2055. The homeowners' association fee is €173.76 per month. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be on the lower side.
Life in Bosleeuw
Residents of the district of Landlust, which includes Bosleeuw, give their area an average score of 7.03, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Quiet and safe neighbourhood," while another describes it as "quiet but still quite lively with a perfect combination of young professionals and families." The same resident notes that you can reach Oud-West and Jordaan in five minutes by bike, and that Erasmus Park and Westerpark are within walking distance. A third resident, who has lived there all their life, calls it "one of the simplest yet nicest neighbourhoods in the city," praising the lack of tourists and the strong sense of community. The neighbourhood itself has around 5,975 inhabitants, and about 40% are between 25 and 45 years old. For more on the area, see the Bosleeuw neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn on the corner is just around the corner, and a Dirk is a couple of streets away, with a Lidl a ten-minute walk. For primary education, De Zijderoute is just around the corner, and the Tijl Uilenspiegelschool is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Bos en Lommer is a couple of streets away. For public transport, the Egidiusstraat bus stop is on your doorstep, served by lines 21, 247 and N82, and the Amsterdam, Egidiusstraat stop is also nearby with lines 80 and N80. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €511,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 65%, from €310,000 to €511,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate data shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding and heat stress, with a low flood risk now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Plantage Makelaars and their listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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 Hofwijckstraat 34-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €550,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €511,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €501,344. The difference per square metre is 5% above the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a one-floor apartment with three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 65 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent paid off until 15 August 2055.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, not a statement about its structural condition. The home was built in 1950, and the label reflects its current energy characteristics.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication based on the postcode area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1950, and 25% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the flood and heat stress risk?
The climate data for this address shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding, meaning flooding from heavy rain, and a medium indication for heat stress, both now and in 2050. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both currently and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 261 metres away, and a Dirk is about 285 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is 435 metres away, and a Lidl is 527 metres away. This means you have a choice of grocery stores within a short walk from the apartment.
What schools are close to this home?
Several primary schools are within walking distance. De Zijderoute is about 215 metres away, the Tijl Uilenspiegelschool is 252 metres away, and Enderun Hisar Amsterdam is 285 metres away. OBS Multatuli is 361 metres away, and IKC de Boomgaard is 435 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.8 kilometres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Egidiusstraat, about 136 metres away, served by lines 21, 247 and N82. The Amsterdam, Egidiusstraat stop is 133 metres away with lines 80 and N80. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is about 1.3 kilometres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for getting around the city and beyond.
What do residents say about the neighbourhood?
Residents of the district of Landlust, which includes Bosleeuw, give their area an average score of 7.03, based on six reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is "quiet and safe," while another describes it as "quiet but still quite lively" with a mix of young professionals and families. A third resident, who has lived there all their life, calls it "one of the simplest yet nicest neighbourhoods in the city."
