A classic Amsterdam apartment with a sunny terrace
This upper-floor apartment sits on the Koninginneweg in the Valeriusbuurt-West, a stately corner of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with century-old architecture. The asking price of €1,625,000 is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Amsterdam, but the home's size and features help explain the figure. Built in 1901, it is a piece of the city's historic housing stock, and the energy label E means you should budget for noticeable energy costs.
Inside the home
The apartment spans two floors on the third storey and covers 167 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 166 m². It has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, and a volume of 639 m³. Outside, there is a sunny terrace, a roof terrace and a balcony. The home is freehold, so you own the property outright, and it comes with a central heating boiler. The homeowners' association fee is €120 per month.
Life in the Valeriusbuurt-West
The neighbourhood is home to around 2,600 people, and the housing stock is almost entirely pre-war. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.35 based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees that offer shade and relaxation, though they also mention that rubbish containers are a daily eyesore. Another calls it a peaceful, social place with a nice mix of people. The neighbourhood has 26 homes for sale at the moment, with an average asking price of €1,441,096. For more context, have a look at the Valeriusbuurt-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner. De Kleine Nicolaas primary school is a couple of streets away, and secondary options include the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and Het Amsterdams Lyceum within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsen Valeriusplein and the Koninginne Apotheek are both just around the corner. Tram line 2 stops at Valeriusplein nearby, and Amsterdam Zuid station is a ten-minute walk away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was set at €1,523,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 7% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 16%, from €1,308,000 to €1,523,000. As for the address, road traffic noise is measured at 63 dB Lden, above the norm, while aircraft noise at 50 dB Lden also exceeds it; railway noise stays below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, with heat stress currently medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via three channels, all through FEM 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 Koninginneweg 189-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was set at €1,523,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €1,625,000 is 7% above that figure. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the comparison is just one reference point among several.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors on the third storey. The living area is 167 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 166 m². There is a sunny terrace, a roof terrace and a balcony.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home was built in 1901, which is typical for this part of Amsterdam, but the label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at the address is measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 50 dB Lden, also above the norm, while railway noise at 34 dB Lden stays below it. These figures come from public data at area level and are not a measurement inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The home was built in 1901, before 1970, and the KCAF attention area notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A Jumbo supermarket is at 83 metres, essentially on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is at 337 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 497 metres. There is also an Ekoplaza at 500 metres and a Dirk at 607 metres, so daily groceries are well covered within a short walk.
What schools are close to this apartment?
De Kleine Nicolaas primary school is at 153 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK C. Krusemanstraat is at 306 metres and Het Amsterdams Lyceum at 325 metres. A Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School and the Europaschool are also within walking distance.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram line 2 stops at Valeriusplein at 195 metres, and the Amstelveenseweg stop with tram line 2 and night bus N88 is at 278 metres. Bus lines 15, 62 and N88 stop at Zeilstraat at 313 metres. Amsterdam Zuid train station is at 1,725 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.35 based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees offering shade and relaxation, though they note that rubbish containers are a daily eyesore. Another calls it peaceful, social and green with a nice mix of people.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €120 per month. The apartment is freehold, meaning you own the property outright. The fee covers the shared costs of the building, but the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
