A classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This third-floor apartment on Jan van Galenstraat sits in the John Franklinbuurt, part of the Van Galenbuurt district in Amsterdam. Built in 1931, it's a pre-war home with a classic Amsterdam feel, set on a quiet road in a residential area. The asking price of €400,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €455,455, according to the precomputed comparison. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam sits at a different level entirely.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 52 m². It comes with a balcony, double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is in full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €83.33. The energy label is C.
Life in the John Franklinbuurt
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 256 reviews. One resident describes a "very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that provide cooling and relaxation," adding that it's "quiet and dark at night." Another notes the area is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,870 residents, with a high share of single-person households. You can read more about the John Franklinbuurt neighbourhood for further details.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are well covered. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another, and Dirk. Primary school Rosa Boekdrukker is on your doorstep. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, and De Ruyter Apotheek is a couple of streets away. For public transport, tram and bus stop Marco Polostraat is a five-minute walk, serving lines 13, 18 and 247. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 2 kilometres away. All within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €442,000 as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 30%, from €339,000 to €442,000. As for address-level risk indications, road traffic noise is measured at 63 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, with flood risk currently low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Mooijekind Vleut Makelaars Amsterdam.
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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 Jan van Galenstraat 201-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €400,000 is 10% below the WOZ value of €442,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 30%, from €339,000 to €442,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 54 m², while the BAG registration records 52 m². There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership with a monthly HOA fee of €83.33.
What energy label does the home have?
The energy label is C. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label indicates expected energy costs, so with label C you can expect moderate energy bills compared to less efficient labels.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1931, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention area where 100% of properties were built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket at 400 metres, with another at 490 metres. Dirk is at 542 metres and Aldi at 615 metres. All are within a short walk from the apartment.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Rosa Boekdrukker primary school is on your doorstep at 99 metres. Islamitische basisschool Al Maes (de Diamant) is at 400 metres, and Admiraal De Ruyterschool is at 401 metres. Several other primary schools are within 500 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram and bus stop Marco Polostraat is at 321 metres, serving lines 13, 18 and 247. Jan van Galenstraat stop is at 363 metres with lines 18, 19, 247 and N82. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is about 2 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.37 based on 256 reviews. One resident mentions a "very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees," while another describes it as "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." These reviews describe the wider municipality, not specifically the John Franklinbuurt.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €7,407, based on the agent's listed living area of 54 m². The neighbourhood average asking price per m² is €9,301. The price verdict is keen compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €455,455.
