Jan Olphert Vaillantlaan 42A
Steigereiland-Zuid, Amsterdam
AreaA calm spot on Steigereiland-Zuid
This apartment sits on Jan Olphert Vaillantlaan 42A in Steigereiland-Zuid, part of the IJburg-West district in Amsterdam. The setting is described as a quiet road, which sets a peaceful tone from the start. Built in 2006, the home carries an A energy label. With an asking price of €825,000, it sits exactly at the median for the neighbourhood, so the price is in line with the local market. For context, there are currently 22 apartments for sale in the area, and the average asking price is €794,727. If you are weighing options, this is one of the apartments in Amsterdam to consider.
Inside the apartment
The agent lists this as a 4-room apartment with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom spread over 4 floors, with a volume of 517 m³. There is a garden of 59 m² facing south. According to the agent, the living area is 152 m², while the BAG registration records 141 m². The home has double glazing, floor insulation, roof insulation and is described as fully insulated, with partial double glazing noted as well. Heating comes from district heating.
The Steigereiland-Zuid neighbourhood
Residents of the wider IJburg-West district give their area an average score of 6.7, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "I find the neighbourhood very free, there are many families living here so I often feel safe and it's always cosy. There is a supermarket nearby, a hairdresser, a dentist and a restaurant so I only have to walk if I want something." Another resident notes: "Heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station. But other neighbourhoods always require multiple transfers, even adjacent ones." The district is home to about 2,600 people, with a mix of households. The reviews reflect a place with nature and facilities, though some mention a sense of isolation in winter. This paints a picture of the Steigereiland-Zuid neighbourhood as one with both strengths and trade-offs.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Montessorischool Steigereiland is a couple of streets away, with De Zuiderzee primary school. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Diemen-Noord, Huisartsen, about 1.2 km away, and the BENU Apotheek Haveneiland is. For public transport, the Steigereiland stop is just around the corner, served by tram and bus lines 26 and N89. The nearest train station is Diemen, about 2 km away. These connections tie into the municipality of Amsterdam as a whole.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property, so no municipal valuation is stated. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 53 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently 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 only via Urban Homies - Your Independent Real Estate Agency. The listing has been active since 4 June 2026.
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About Jan Olphert Vaillantlaan 42A, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €825,000. This matches the median price for homes currently for sale in Steigereiland-Zuid, where the average asking price is €794,727 and prices range from €375,000 to €1,575,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 152 m², is €5,428.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 4 floors. The total volume is 517 m³. There is also a garden of 59 m² facing south. The living area is listed as 152 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 141 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is described as fully insulated with double glazing, floor insulation and roof insulation, and it uses district heating. These features support the efficient label.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, but it is not available for this property in the data provided. Without this figure, there is no comparison to make with the asking price or any historical development to reference.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to the address-level data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home. It provides a general sense of the ground conditions in the vicinity.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Vomar is the nearest supermarket at 803 metres, just around the corner. Albert Heijn is at 973 metres, a ten-minute walk away. Jumbo is at 1,312 metres, and there are additional Albert Heijn and SPAR options within 2 km. In total, there are 49 supermarkets within 5 km of the address.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Montessorischool Steigereiland is the nearest primary school at 279 metres, a couple of streets away. De Zuiderzee primary school is at 685 metres, and Daltonschool Neptunus at 899 metres. For secondary education, ALASCA (vwo+, havo/vwo and IB) is at 1,292 metres. There are 101 schools within 5 km.
How is the public transport connection?
The Steigereiland stop is just around the corner at 215 metres, served by tram and bus lines 26 and N89. The Vennepluimstraat stop at 963 metres adds line 66, and Zeezigt at 1,033 metres is served by bus line 44. The nearest train station is Diemen at about 2 km.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the IJburg-West district give an average score of 6.7 based on seven reviews. One resident appreciates the freedom and family atmosphere, noting the nearby supermarket and facilities. Another mentions the wide open feel and good tram connection to Central Station, but misses better connections to other neighbourhoods and notes a sense of isolation in winter.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The flood risk is low, both currently and projected for 2050. Pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rain, has a medium risk indication. Heat stress is low now but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the climate impact atlas, not specific to this property.
