A classic Amsterdam upper floor apartment
This upper floor apartment on the Kerkstraat sits in the heart of the Vijzelstraatbuurt, a stone's throw from the lively canals and the Muntplein. Built in 1905, it is a piece of classic Amsterdam architecture, with the energy label B. The asking price of €1,350,000 is keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €2,341,338. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one is positioned below the local average.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor, with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 130 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 132 m². The home has wall insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The volume is 467 m³. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €24,000, which is a significant amount to factor into the running costs.
The Vijzelstraatbuurt
This is a neighbourhood where the old and new Amsterdam meet. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another notes: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." The area is home to about 1,390 people, with a mix of ages and household types. The Vijzelstraatbuurt neighbourhood is a compact, central part of the city.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Albert Heijn on the corner is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest primary school, IKC De Kleine Reus, is a couple of streets away, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The GP practice De Wetering is just around the corner, and the pharmacy is even closer. Public transport is well served: the Muntplein bus stop is a five-minute walk with night lines N82, N83 and N88, and the Rijksmuseum tram stop is nearby with lines 1, 7 and 19. The metro at Vijzelgracht is also within a five-minute walk. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €1,144,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 24%, from €924,000 to €1,144,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area is a KCAF attention area, with 87% of buildings in this postcode area built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Honq-Makelaardij and Honq-Makelaardij 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 Kerkstraat 211C, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €1,350,000 is 42% below the average asking price in the Vijzelstraatbuurt, which is €2,341,338. The price per square metre is €10,385, which is 8% below the neighbourhood average of €11,261 per m². This makes the asking price keen relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is an upper floor home on the fourth floor, with two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 130 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 132 m². The home has a volume of 467 m³ and is spread over one floor.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €1,144,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 24%, from €924,000 in 2020 to €1,144,000 in 2025.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
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 area is a KCAF attention area, with 87% of buildings in this postcode area built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like around this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures are area-level indications from 2022 and 2023.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest Albert Heijn is just 93 metres away, on your doorstep. Another Albert Heijn is at 356 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 381 metres. There are also an AH to go at 469 metres and another Albert Heijn at 516 metres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is IKC De Kleine Reus, at 254 metres. For secondary education, the Barlaeus Gymnasium is at 429 metres. Other primary schools within a short distance include ASVO at 722 metres and the Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs at 827 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The Muntplein bus stop is at 348 metres, with night lines N82, N83 and N88. The Rijksmuseum tram stop is at 371 metres, with lines 1, 7 and 19. The Vijzelgracht metro stop is at 424 metres, offering bus, metro and tram connections. Amsterdam Centraal station is 1.9 km away.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is B. The home has wall insulation and double glazing, according to the agent. The energy label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label B, energy costs are likely to be moderate compared to less efficient labels.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €24,000. This is a significant amount that covers the costs of the shared parts of the building. It is important to consider this in the total monthly costs of owning this apartment.
