Jacob van Lennepstraat 86-2
Da Costabuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam apartment
This apartment sits in the Da Costabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood, a lively part of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with classic architecture and the atmosphere is unmistakably urban. The home is a second-floor apartment in a building from 1888, so it carries that characteristic old-Amsterdam charm. With an asking price of €500,000, the price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €643,240. For context, there are currently 25 apartments for sale in the neighbourhood, and the average asking price per square metre is €9,231. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 56 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 55 square metres. The home has a volume of 178 cubic metres. It is located on the second floor, which is typical for this type of building. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Da Costabuurt-Zuid
Residents of the wider district, which includes this neighbourhood, give it an average score of 7.67, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for over 40 years, describes it as a multicultural neighbourhood where education is fine and there are plenty of supermarkets nearby. Another resident, who has lived here their whole life, says it is a nice, friendly neighbourhood with a pleasant atmosphere and handy shops, and mentions that you can enjoy a stroll down Kinkerstraat. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,225 residents, and a large share of households are single-person households. For more on the area, you can read about the Da Costabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, there are several supermarkets just around the corner, including Albert Heijn, Dirk, and Vomar. Schools are also close by, with Huygens College for secondary education just around the corner, and OBS Leonardo da Vinci for primary education a five-minute walk away. The nearest GP is SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, Huisartsen, a five-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Bilderdijk pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the Bilderdijkstraat tram stop is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 7, 13, 17, 19, and N83, and the Kinkerstraat stop is also just around the corner. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, a ten-minute walk away. All of this is within the municipality of Amsterdam. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress risk is medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Huispedia.
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About Jacob van Lennepstraat 86-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €500,000 is 22% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €643,240, which makes it keen compared with the market. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,231, while this home is listed at €8,929 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. There are currently 25 apartments for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €295,000 to €1,425,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the second floor of the building. The living area is 56 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 55 square metres. The volume of the home is 178 cubic metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. The home was built in 1888, which is typical for this part of Amsterdam.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1888, which is before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is a general indication and does not mean there are actual foundation issues with this apartment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at this specific home. The data is from 2022 and 2023.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Albert Heijn is 170 metres away, Dirk is 231 metres, Vomar is 264 metres, Jumbo is 306 metres, and Lidl is 388 metres. This means you have a good choice for daily groceries without needing to travel far.
What schools are in the area?
Huygens College for secondary education is 134 metres away, and OBS Leonardo da Vinci for primary education is 412 metres away. There are also other primary schools within walking distance, including Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt at 416 metres and Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School at 681 metres. The area has plenty of educational options.
How is the public transport in this neighbourhood?
The Bilderdijkstraat tram stop is 137 metres away, with lines 1, 7, 13, 17, 19, and N83. The Kinkerstraat stop is 140 metres away with lines 1, 12, 13, 17, 19, and N83. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, which is 2.4 kilometres away. This gives you good options for getting around the city.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.67, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived there for over 40 years, mentions the multicultural character and says there are plenty of schools and supermarkets. Another resident says it is a nice, friendly neighbourhood with a pleasant atmosphere and that they feel safe walking the streets. A third resident describes it as a cosy, mixed neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The neighbourhood has around 2,225 residents. A large share of households are single-person households, at 67%, and the average household size is 1.5. The age distribution shows that 51% of residents are between 25 and 45 years old, which reflects the urban character of the area. About 11% of households have children.
