A classic Amsterdam apartment with a view
This first-floor apartment on Hoofdweg sits in the Robert Scottbuurt-Oost, a quiet pocket of Amsterdam West where the streets feel calm and the trees do the talking. Built in 1927, it is a classic Amsterdam apartment with high ceilings and a free view over the neighbourhood. The asking price is €475,000, which is 15% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €558,143. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam reflects the wider market.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom on a single floor, with a balcony. The living area is 58 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 55 m². It has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The ground lease is municipal and has been paid off until 16 January 2064, and the homeowners' association fee is €110 per month.
The Robert Scottbuurt-Oost
This is a neighbourhood of about 1,660 residents, where nearly half of households are single people and a fifth have children. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes it as "calm, green and evolving", noting it has changed a lot in recent years and now hosts younger residents and families. A third resident mentions the greenery and the trees that offer cooling, but also points to daily mess around the waste containers as a recurring frustration. The reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well served here. The pharmacy is just around the corner, and the GP practice is a couple of streets away. The Dirk supermarket is a five-minute walk, with an Albert Heijn a little further. For primary education, the Tijl Uilenspiegelschool is a five-minute walk, and the Enderun Hisar Amsterdam school is just as close. Tram and bus stops at Jan van Galenstraat are on your doorstep, with lines 7, 15 and N82. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 1.8 km away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €459,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €345,000 to €459,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 66 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, with a low flood risk now and in 2050, and medium heat stress. 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 Wester Makelaars B.V. and Funda.
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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 Hoofdweg 443-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €475,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €459,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 33%, from €345,000 in 2020 to €459,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the first living floor and has a balcony. The living area is 58 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 55 m². The volume is 185 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, which are stated in the listing. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only its energy performance.
What is the ground lease situation?
The ground lease is municipal and has been paid off until 16 January 2064. This means the annual ground rent is settled for that period, so there is no recurring ground lease payment to the municipality until that date. After that, the situation would need to be reviewed.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €110 per month. This fee typically covers the costs of maintaining the shared parts of the building, such as the stairwell, roof and exterior. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and reserves, which are not detailed in the listing.
How noisy is the area around this home?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 33 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 46 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1927, and that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat risks in this area?
The climate data for this address shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, meaning water can pool on streets or gardens. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Dirk at 456 metres, about a five-minute walk. An Albert Heijn is at 570 metres, and another Dirk at 612 metres. There are also Albert Heijn stores at 758 and 898 metres. In total, there are 135 supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary schools are Enderun Hisar Amsterdam at 456 metres and Tijl Uilenspiegelschool at 462 metres, both about a five-minute walk. Rosa Boekdrukker is at 492 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.5 km away. A childcare centre is at 300 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The tram and bus stop Jan van Galenstraat is at 146 metres, with lines 7, 15 and N82. The Erasmusgracht stop is at 290 metres with the same lines, and Bos en Lommerplein at 434 metres adds lines 21 and 247. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is 1.8 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident calls it "extremely nice and cozy" with lots of amenities, parks and bars. Another says it is "calm, green and evolving", though a third mentions daily mess around the waste containers as a recurring issue.
