A bright apartment in Amstel III
This apartment on the Hogehilweg sits in the Amstel III deel A/B-Noord neighbourhood, a part of Amsterdam that has been changing fast. The area is calm and green, with parks and shopping areas nearby, and it is home to a growing number of young residents and families. The asking price of €762,000 is 20% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €636,962. For context, the neighbourhood has 68 homes for sale, with an average price per m² of €6,903. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its energy label and its position on a high floor.
The home itself
This apartment has 3 rooms, including 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over a single floor on the 10th residential level. The living area is 112 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 114 m². The home comes with a sunny terrace, a balcony, and a parking space in the garage. It is fully insulated, has underfloor heating throughout, and a heat recovery system. The property is municipal leasehold, with an annual ground rent of €1,555. The setting is described as being next to a park, on a quiet road, in a residential area, with a free view. The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label, so expect relatively low energy costs.
The 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, says: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the greenery and the quiet at night, but also points out that the hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,150 residents, and most homes here were built after 2010. This is the Amstel III deel A/B-Noord neighbourhood, a place that seems to be evolving.
Amenities and transport
The pharmacy is just around the corner, at Apotheek Hondsrugpark. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Holendrecht, Huisartsen, a couple of streets away. For groceries, there is an AH to go within a ten-minute walk, and a Lidl just a bit further. The nearest primary school, IKC Metropool, is on your doorstep, and there is also a secondary school, the Amsterdam International Community School, within walking distance. For public transport, bus stops at Karspeldreef and Gebouw Atlas are just around the corner, with lines 120, 326, N85, 276, and 370. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, a ten-minute walk away. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers a wide range of amenities. The address-level risk data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF, and Klimaateffectatlas indicates that the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while noise from rail, air, and industry is below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding is elevated, and the flood risk is medium for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is also indicated as medium for both now and 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 Eefje Voogd Makelaardij and Eefje Voogd Makelaardij on Funda.
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About Hogehilweg 12B56, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €762,000 is 20% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €636,962. The neighbourhood has 68 homes for sale, with an average price per m² of €6,903. The average living area of homes for sale here is 93 m². This apartment is larger than that average, at 112 m² according to the BAG registration, which may partly explain the higher price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has 3 rooms in total, including 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the 10th residential level, which gives it a free view. The living area is 112 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 114 m². There is also a sunny terrace, a balcony, and a parking space in the garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to homes with less efficient labels. The home is fully insulated and has underfloor heating throughout, along with a heat recovery system. These features contribute to the efficient energy performance, though the label itself is the official indicator.
What is the ground rent situation for this property?
The property is municipal leasehold, with an annual ground rent of €1,555. This means the land is owned by the municipality, and you pay an annual fee for the right to use it. The amount is fixed at €1,555 per year, as stated in the listing. This is a recurring cost to factor into your budget.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Noise from rail traffic is 42 dB Lden, from air traffic 47 dB Lden, and from industry 50 dB Lden, all of which are below the norm. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to the risk data. However, the soil type is peat, which is noted as being sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the ground conditions in the area, but it does not replace a structural survey.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this location?
The climate risk data indicates that pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated, and the flood risk is medium for both the current situation and for 2050. Heat stress is also indicated as medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not predictions for this specific property.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The pharmacy, Apotheek Hondsrugpark, is just around the corner. The nearest primary school, IKC Metropool, is on your doorstep, and there is a secondary school, the Amsterdam International Community School, within a ten-minute walk. For groceries, an AH to go is a ten-minute walk away, and a Lidl is a bit further. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Holendrecht, Huisartsen, a couple of streets away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus stops at Karspeldreef and Gebouw Atlas are just around the corner, with lines 120, 326, N85, 276, and 370. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, which is a ten-minute walk away. This gives you access to both local buses and the national rail network, without needing to rely on a car.
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 says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident mentions the calm, green character and the quiet at night, but also notes that hygiene around waste containers is a recurring issue. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
