A classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This apartment on Jan van Galenstraat 223-1 sits in the John Franklinbuurt, a lively pocket of Amsterdam West. Built in 1932, it is a pre-war home with a traditional layout and a real sense of history. The asking price of €450,000 is keen, which means it sits below the average asking price for similar homes in the neighbourhood.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor and includes four rooms, with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The living area is listed at 61 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². It has a volume of 207 m³ and is heated by a central heating boiler. The setting is described as along a busy road, near a park, in the centre, in a residential area, sheltered, with a free view.
Life in the John Franklinbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living experience an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another notes: "Calm, green and evolving. I've been living in this neighborhood for over 6 years and just bought a larger apartment in the same building." A third resident mentions the greenery and trees, but also points out that hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue. The neighbourhood has around 1,870 residents, with a high share of single-person households.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Dirk is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Rosa Boekdrukker is on your doorstep, and the Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, and the Service Apotheek Mercator is just around the corner. Tram stops at Jan van Galenstraat and Marco Polostraat are a couple of streets away, with lines 7, 15, and N82, and 13, 18, and 247 respectively. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about two kilometres away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €475,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 34%, from €355,000 to €475,000. As for address-level risks, the road traffic noise is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. 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 Nieuw West Makelaardij B.V.
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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 223-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €450,000 is 16% below the average asking price of €537,857 for homes in the John Franklinbuurt. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 61 m², is €7,377, which is also below the neighbourhood average of €9,109 per m². This makes the asking price keen relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 61 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². The volume is 207 m³. It is heated by a central heating boiler. The setting is described as along a busy road, near a park, in the centre, in a residential area, sheltered, with a free view.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €475,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €450,000 is 5% below this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 34%, from €355,000 in 2020 to €475,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1932, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention area. This is an area-level indication from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 426 metres away, and a Dirk is about 495 metres away. Another Albert Heijn is at 565 metres, and a second Dirk at 618 metres. An Aldi is about 661 metres away. These options cover daily grocery shopping well.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest tram stops are Jan van Galenstraat and Marco Polostraat, both about 300 metres away. Jan van Galenstraat is served by lines 7, 15, and N82, while Marco Polostraat is served by lines 13, 18, and 247. The Mercatorplein stop, about 400 metres away, offers lines 7, 13, 15, 18, 247, and N82. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 2 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam rate their living experience with an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy" with lots of amenities, parks, and bars. Another mentions it is "calm, green and evolving," with more options for entertainment and younger residents. A third resident highlights the greenery but notes issues with waste container hygiene.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Rosa Boekdrukker, about 136 metres away. The Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is about 426 metres away, and the Admiraal De Ruyterschool is about 469 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 kilometres away. These distances make school runs manageable on foot or by bike.
