A classic Amsterdam apartment on the Hortusplantsoen
This apartment sits on the Hortusplantsoen in the Weesperbuurt, a stone's throw from the Plantage and the heart of Amsterdam. Built in 1905, it is a piece of the city's historic housing stock, with the characteristic charm that comes with a home of that era. The asking price of €799,000 is 33% below the average asking price of €1,187,042 for homes in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared to the local market. This listing does not state the energy label, so you will have to factor in unknown energy costs. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare it with other [apartments in Amsterdam].
The home itself
The apartment offers a living area of 82 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent has not published any further details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms, nor about the garden, insulation or heating. The year of construction, 1905, is a fact of the building's history, but the listing gives no indication of its current condition. What is clear is that you are buying a home with a classic Amsterdam pedigree, in a building that has stood for well over a century.
Life in the Weesperbuurt
The Weesperbuurt is a lively, central part of Amsterdam, and residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes the area as "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another calls it "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The neighbourhood counts around 3,160 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households. It is a dense, urban environment, with an address density of over 8,000 per square kilometre, which reflects the vibrant city life here. To get a fuller picture of the area, you can read more about [the Weesperbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, along with an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Dr. E. Boekmanschool is just around the corner, and De Witte Olifant is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, is a ten-minute walk, while the Service Apotheek de Castro is on your doorstep. Tram line 14 stops at Mr. Visserplein just around the corner, and the Waterlooplein metro station, with lines 51, 53 and 54, is a five-minute walk. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this is part of [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property in the listing. Public risk data at the address level indicates that the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and that 78% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The climate indications show a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea now and in 2050, and a medium heat stress level. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Ouwehand v/d Meijden Makelaars.
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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 Hortusplantsoen 7-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Weesperbuurt?
The asking price of €799,000 is 33% below the average asking price of €1,187,042 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The median asking price in the area is €737,500, and prices range from €400,000 to €9,250,000. The average price per square metre for homes in the neighbourhood is €11,932, while this apartment is listed at €9,744 per m² based on the BAG living area.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 82 m². The agent has not published any additional details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms. The price per square metre, based on the BAG area, is €9,744. No other floor areas are stated in the listing.
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has not published this field, so the energy efficiency of the home is unknown. This means you cannot estimate the energy costs from the label. The year of construction is 1905, but no conclusions about the insulation or installations can be drawn from that fact alone.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The municipal valuation for this address has not been published by the agent, so there is no reference date or value to compare with the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to see how the asking price relates to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building being constructed before 1970, in 1905, and on the fact that 78% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The climate indications for this address show a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea both now and in 2050, and a medium heat stress level now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Climate Impact Atlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep at 274 metres, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 385 metres. An Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away at 473 metres. There are also two AH to go stores within walking distance, at 380 and 563 metres. In total, there are 155 supermarkets within five kilometres of this address.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is the Dr. E. Boekmanschool, just around the corner at 305 metres. De Witte Olifant is a five-minute walk at 482 metres, and the ASVO school is at 702 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.3 kilometres away. There are 209 schools within five kilometres of this address.
How is the public transport from this address?
Tram line 14 stops at Mr. Visserplein, just around the corner at 210 metres. Tram line 7 stops at Plantage Parklaan at 284 metres. The Waterlooplein metro station, with lines 51, 53 and 54, is a five-minute walk at 301 metres. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 1.5 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes the area as "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another calls it "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just the Weesperbuurt.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The Weesperbuurt has around 3,160 inhabitants. The majority of households, 67%, are single-person households, and only 10% of households have children. The age distribution shows 37% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 20% are 65 or older. The average household size is 1.5 people, reflecting the urban character of the area.
