A 1929 apartment in Amsterdam's Transvaalbuurt-West
This apartment on Joubertstraat sits in the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood, a part of Amsterdam with a lived-in, everyday character. The building dates from 1929, so it carries the history of the area on its facade. With a living area of 51 square metres according to the BAG registration, this is a compact home. The asking price of €450,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €509,967. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam reflects the wider market in the municipality.
What the listing tells us
This listing does not state the energy label. As a result, there is no official indication of the home's energy performance. The apartment was built in 1929, which is a fact about its age rather than a comment on its condition. The agent has not published details about the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space, so those aspects remain unconfirmed.
Life in Transvaalbuurt-West
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One resident who has lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years says: "I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!" Another resident is less positive, describing people who "talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason." A third resident simply gives a score of 7.75 without elaboration. The neighbourhood has around 3,965 inhabitants, with 55% living alone. The Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood has its own character within the wider district.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine here is well served. The Albert Heijn on the corner is just around the corner, with a Vomar and another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is a five-minute walk, and IBS De Vijgenboom is just around the corner. The Transvaal Apotheek is on your doorstep, while the nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Krugerplein and James Wattstraat, both a couple of streets away, offer lines 37, 245 and N87. Amsterdam Amstel station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam provides the wider context for these local facilities.
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 sits 5% below this valuation. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €349,000 to €475,000. At the address level, road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, with flood risk currently low and expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including VHM Makelaars Amsterdam B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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.
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About Joubertstraat 23-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €450,000 is 5% below the WOZ value of €475,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €509,967, a difference of 12%.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The agent has not published this information, so there is no official indication of the home's energy performance. This means the energy costs cannot be estimated from the listing.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €349,000 to €475,000. The value increased steadily, with a notable jump from €355,000 in 2021 to €440,000 in 2022, before settling at €475,000 by 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation over that period.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
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 building dates from 1929, and 88% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment.
What public transport options are nearby?
Bus stops at Krugerplein and James Wattstraat are both a couple of streets away, offering lines 37, 245 and N87. Amsterdam Amstel train station is about 700 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk. These options connect the home to the wider city.
What do residents say about living in Transvaalbuurt-West?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One long-time resident who has lived there for 79 years speaks warmly of the area, while another describes negative experiences with neighbours. A third resident gives a score of 7.75 without further comment. The reviews reflect mixed experiences.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is a primary school about 207 metres away, and IBS De Vijgenboom is at 233 metres. For secondary education, Cygnus Gymnasium is at 351 metres and Kiem Montessori at 430 metres. These are all within a short walk of the home.
What is the noise situation at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is at 49 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is at 43 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data from 2022 and 2023.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The agent has not published details about the layout, number of rooms, or energy label. The address itself is complete, so the location and neighbourhood information is accurate.
