A calm spot in Amsterdam Oost
This apartment on Kastanjeweg 56 sits on a quiet road in a residential area, with a free view. It is part of the Oosterparkbuurt-Zuidoost neighbourhood, a pocket of Amsterdam Oost that feels a world away from the city's hustle. The asking price is €775,000. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam reflects the broader market, but this home's price stands on its own.
Inside the home
Built in 1984, this apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 88 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 91 m². The home has roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is located on the third floor, with a volume of 293 m³. The property is municipal ground lease, with the perpetual leasehold bought off, so there is no annual ground rent. The homeowners' association fee is €185.17 per month.
Life in Oosterparkbuurt-Zuidoost
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.7, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I've been living on Vrolikstraat in Oost for over six months now and I feel so happy here. Ten minutes by bike from my work, a green quiet street, and yet right in the middle of the most beautiful city in the country (in the world)!" Another notes: "Everything is nearby, from Albert Heijn to the hairdresser. Also, Oosterpark is within walking distance and there are plenty of trams and buses passing by." The same resident mentions a downside: "the rubbish; bins and containers are often overused, so in some places, especially in summer, it can smell really bad." A third review is less positive, citing "lots of crime in the neighbourhood." The district has a mix of solo living and family life, with many family apartments and studios. About 57% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.7. This is the Oosterparkbuurt-Zuidoost neighbourhood, where the housing stock is a blend of old and newer builds.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, a Dirk and an Albert Heijn are just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Primary schools like IKC Frankendael and Openbare Basisschool De Dapper are within a five-minute walk, and secondary options like Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort are also close. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a ten-minute walk, while the Linnaeus Apotheek is just around the corner. The OLVG hospital, location Oost, is a five-minute walk. For public transport, tram and bus stops at Oostpoort and Linnaeusstraat are just around the corner, with lines 29, N87, 7, 14, 25, and 245. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam, where urban life is never far.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €714,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 37%, from €520,000 to €714,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the area is a KCAF attention zone where 60% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Forte Makelaars and other listings. The main agent is Forte Makelaars.
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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 Kastanjeweg 56, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €775,000. This is the price set by the seller. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €703,903, but no comparison or verdict is given here. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 88 m², is €8,807.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the third floor of the building. The living area is 88 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 91 m². The volume is 293 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate compared to less efficient labels. The home has roof insulation, double glazing, and wall insulation, which contribute to its efficiency. The exact energy costs depend on usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. However, the postcode area is a KCAF attention zone, where 60% of buildings were constructed before 1970. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 53 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Dirk and an Albert Heijn are both about 300 metres away, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is about 400 metres away, and a Lidl is about 500 metres away. These are within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Primary schools IKC Frankendael and Openbare Basisschool De Dapper are within about 300 to 400 metres. Secondary schools include Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort at about 430 metres and Havo De Hof at about 500 metres. All are within a short walk.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram and bus stops are just around the corner: Oostpoort with lines 29 and N87, and Linnaeusstraat with lines 7, 14, 25, and 245. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is about 600 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.7 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident praises the green, quiet streets and proximity to the Oosterpark, while another mentions a downside: overused rubbish bins that can smell in summer. A third review mentions crime. These reviews describe the district, not specifically this neighbourhood.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €185.17 per month. This fee typically covers maintenance of common areas and the building.
