Joan Melchior Kemperstraat 121-3
Westerstaatsman, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA classic Amsterdam apartment with a story
This third-floor apartment on Joan Melchior Kemperstraat sits in the Westerstaatsman neighbourhood, part of the Staatsliedenbuurt in Amsterdam. Built in 1905, it's a piece of the city's history, with a free view over a quiet residential street. The asking price of €799,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Amsterdam, but the home's size and features help explain the premium.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor and includes four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom. According to the agent, the living area is 93 m², while the BAG registration lists 86 m². The home has a balcony and a roof terrace, both mentioned in the listing. It comes with roof insulation and double glazing, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The property is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €235.34, and the ground lease is perpetual and prepaid.
Life in Westerstaatsman
This is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where long-time residents live alongside newcomers. One resident describes it as a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in," noting the beautiful Amsterdam buildings from around 1910 and the friendly, involved people. Another mentions the diverse community and the nearby Westerpark, though they lament the poor shop selection and reduced public transport since tram line 3 was cancelled. Based on five reviews, residents of the district give an average score of 6.36. The area is very urban, with a high density of addresses, and most households are single-person. For more on the area, see the Westerstaatsman neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Bron is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Medisch Kwartier, is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Staatslieden, is a five-minute walk. Public transport is well within reach: tram and bus stops at Van Hallstraat are on your doorstep, with lines 5, 18, and 21, and the nearest train station, Amsterdam Centraal, is about 2.2 km away. All this is within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €742,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 28%, from €578,000 to €742,000. As for address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area-level climate data shows medium pluvial flooding risk and medium heat stress, with low flood risk now and in 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 multiple channels, including Brummer Makelaars en Taxateurs o.g. and Brummer Makelaars o.g. on Funda.
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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 Joan Melchior Kemperstraat 121-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €799,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €742,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 28%, from €578,000 in 2020 to €742,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is on the third floor and has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area as 93 m², while the BAG registration states 86 m². There is a balcony and a roof terrace, and the home has roof insulation and double glazing. Heating is via a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the home's energy performance, but it does not directly describe the insulation or construction. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs depend on usage and the efficiency of the heating system. The home does have roof insulation and double glazing, according to the agent.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the entire postcode area is a KCAF attention area. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 40 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and 2023 and are area-level indications.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 393 metres away. A Jumbo is about 820 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is about 905 metres away. There are several other supermarkets within a short distance, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is about 184 metres away, and Basisschool De Bron is about 383 metres away. For secondary education, Het Cartesius Lyceum is about 863 metres away. These are the nearest schools according to the data.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest tram and bus stop is Van Hallstraat, about 110 metres away, with lines 5, 18, and 21. Another stop, Van der Hoopstraat, is about 137 metres away with bus lines 21 and N88. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, about 2.2 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.36 based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a pleasant neighbourhood with beautiful buildings from around 1910 and friendly, involved people. Another mentions the diverse community and the nearby Westerpark, but notes the poor shop selection and reduced public transport since tram line 3 was cancelled.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €235.34. This is mentioned in the listing. The property is part of a homeowners' association, and the ground lease is perpetual and prepaid, so there is no annual ground rent to pay.
Statistics for Westerstaatsman
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €495,800 | €445,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,849 | – |
| Rent price | €2,350 p/m | €2,350 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €55 p/m | – |
Experiences from Staatsliedenbuurt
How residents experience their district
Honestly crazy! I live in the centre of little Jordan and it's really not a dream! The people outside are different than the dictionary! And the problem like all the time the 'borders'! Actually. If I want to report everything to the police I call them every day! But I have 'neighbours' with walls like head, they are really magical! All the time they are the people people! All the time willed war you want meet than you! They can try to make the food then call 112 because the other but they live in richland over the phone make noise in the nearby apartment! They are really satisfied with their integration! The one full of experience and we are the brave! Boring and all the time want pampering and dangerous for society! But yes Garden of Eden! Luckily it's forbidden now on us!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has a very diverse group of residents. Here, people with bought apartments live among those who often rent apartments through urgency and the social housing association. Westerpark around the corner, beautiful nature. Accessibility by public transport has worsened since the cancellation of tram line 3. I also find the range of shops very poor.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood with beautiful Amsterdam buildings from around 1910. Location is great, close to the centre but also near the lovely Westerpark. Social cohesion is also present here, older residents through social housing mixed with new residents with high incomes and owner-occupied homes. People are friendly and involved. I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWith a few small adjustments, we can make Staatsliedenbuurt shine again!!
Auto-translated to English by AII've only lived here for a few months and I love my apartment in a building from 1905. I have friendly neighbours with whom I share the stairwell and front door. Unfortunately, my bikes are not safe at night and they are stolen on a regular basis. Because Westerpark is exploited for a polluting commercial festival or event almost every weekend, there is not enough nature in my living environment. Furthermore, as far as I'm concerned, there could be more and different shops and such on Van Hallstraat or the beginning of Haarlemmerweg.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Staatsliedenbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €566,985 | €514,412 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,585 | – |
| Rent price | €2,479 p/m | €2,472 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €35 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Amsterdam
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €827,789 | €697,440 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,908 | – |
| Rent price | €2,792 p/m | €2,627 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Joan Melchior Kemperstraat 121-3, Amsterdam
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