A bright apartment on the water
This apartment on the IJburglaan sits in Rieteilanden-West, a modern district on the eastern edge of Amsterdam. The area is known for its wide streets, water and green spaces, and the home itself is on the fifth floor of a building from 2006. With an asking price of €400,000, the price is 66% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,163,000, which puts it on the low side compared with other homes in the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, and this one is at the more accessible end of the market.
Inside the home
The apartment has one room, one bathroom and one floor, with a living area of 49 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 51 m². The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout. It is a bovenwoning, meaning it is an upper-floor apartment, and it is located on the fifth floor. The property is municipal ground lease, with the leasehold permanently prepaid, so there is no annual ground rent to worry about. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €111.65.
Life in Rieteilanden-West
Residents of the wider IJburg district give their area an average score of 6.7 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident describes the neighbourhood as "very free", with many families, a supermarket nearby and plenty of footpaths for walking. Another resident mentions the beautiful nature and sports facilities, but notes that the area is "harder to reach because of tram 26". A third resident appreciates the wide open spaces and the good tram connection to Central Station, but misses a stronger sense of community. The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, which is typical for a district with such a diverse population. The Rieteilanden-West neighbourhood itself is home to around 2,580 people, with a relatively high share of households with children.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. For schools, SBO Het Spectrum vestiging IJburg and Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova are both just around the corner, with De Poseidon primary school a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Diemen-Noord in Diemen, about 2 km away, while the pharmacy Apotheek IJburg-Centrum is a ten-minute walk. The tram stop Lumièrestraat is on your doorstep, with lines 26, 66 and N89, and the IJburg stop is just around the corner. The nearest train station is Diemen, about 2.4 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive public transport connections across the city. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, although the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through KRK Makelaars. The listing was placed on 28 October 2026.
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About IJburglaan 1494B, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €400,000 is 66% below the average asking price of €1,163,000 for homes currently for sale in Rieteilanden-West. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €995,000, and prices range from €375,000 to €2,175,000. This apartment is at the lower end of that range, which reflects its smaller size compared with the neighbourhood average of 164 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has one room, one bathroom and one floor, with a living area of 49 m². The BAG registration lists the living area as 51 m². It is a bovenwoning on the fifth floor, with a volume of 167 m³. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is determined annually by the municipality. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing does not provide this information.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Public risk data at address level indicates that road traffic noise is 60 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Dekamarkt supermarket is about 600 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is about 885 metres away. The pharmacy Apotheek IJburg-Centrum is about 690 metres away. For schools, SBO Het Spectrum vestiging IJburg and Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova are both about 300 metres away. The tram stop Lumièrestraat is just 70 metres from the front door, with lines 26, 66 and N89.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider IJburg district give their area an average score of 6.7 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is "very free" with many families and a safe, cosy atmosphere. Another resident mentions the beautiful nature and sports facilities but finds the area harder to reach because of tram 26. A third resident appreciates the wide open spaces and the good tram connection to Central Station.
Is the ground lease prepaid for this property?
Yes, the property is municipal ground lease with the leasehold permanently prepaid. This means the ground rent has been paid in full for the duration of the lease, so there is no annual ground rent charge. The ownership is described as 'Gemeentelijk eigendom belast met erfpacht (Eeuwigdurend afgekocht)'.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
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 agent also states that the home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with underfloor heating throughout.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Diemen, which is about 2.4 kilometres from the apartment. This is a longer walk, so you would likely take a tram or bus to reach it. The tram stop Lumièrestraat is just 70 metres away, with lines 26, 66 and N89, which connect to the wider Amsterdam transport network.
What is the flood risk for this area?
According to public risk data at address level, the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. The heat stress risk is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate models, not a guarantee for this specific property. The foundation risk indication is low, although the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling.
