A classic Amsterdam apartment with a story
This apartment on the Marco Polostraat sits in the Columbusplein e.o. neighbourhood, part of the Hoofdweg en omgeving district in Amsterdam. It is a 1929 build, so it carries the character of its era. The asking price is €675,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €548,318, and the price per square metre here is €6,618, based on the agent's listing. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its size and period charm.
Inside the home
The agent describes a five-room apartment spread over two floors, with three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 102 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 89 m². The home has a balcony and a roof terrace, and there is a garden, though it is shared via the homeowners' association. The property is on the second floor. Insulation includes roof insulation and double glazing, and heating is provided by gas heaters. The home is part of a leasehold arrangement with the municipality, with the leasehold ending on 15-08-2053, and an annual fee of €605.76. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €91.25.
The Columbusplein e.o. neighbourhood
Residents of the wider district, which includes this neighbourhood, give it an average score of 7.82, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Neighbourhood has many amenities and nature with Rembrandtpark around the corner, is easily accessible by bus or tram. The neighbourhood is almost always clean and housing is well organised." Another notes: "There are many shops in the neighbourhood, where you can get almost everything. It is reasonably clean and tidy, and traffic is fairly quiet. There isn't much greenery in the area, which I personally find a shame. There is little to no noise pollution, and I always feel safe, even in the evenings." The district is home to about 3,400 people, and a large share of households are single-person. The neighbourhood itself is part of the Columbusplein e.o. neighbourhood, where the housing stock is entirely pre-1945.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn, Dirk, and Aldi supermarkets are all just around the corner, within a few hundred metres. For primary education, the Joop en Willy Westerweel school is a couple of streets away, and the 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, just around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Wester Amsterdam is a couple of streets away. For public transport, the Willem Schoutenstraat stop, served by tram lines 7, 15, and 18, is a couple of streets away, and the Witte de Withstraat stop, with lines 1, 7, 17, and N83, is similarly close. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not available in the records, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address-level risk data, based on public sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and Klimaateffectatlas, gives an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding risk 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 Van de Steege Makelaarsgroep Amsterdam-Noord, Bosch&Duyn Makelaars, and others. The listing has been available since 12 June 2026.
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About Marco Polostraat 72-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of this apartment is €675,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €548,318, and the median is €500,000. The price per square metre here is €6,618, based on the agent's floor area of 102 m², while the neighbourhood average is €9,242 per square metre. These figures give a sense of where this home sits in the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 102 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 89 m². There is a balcony and a roof terrace, and the property is on the second floor. The home also has a garden, which is shared via the homeowners' association.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared to more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, and heating is provided by gas heaters. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with about 19% of homes at label A and 44% at label C.
What is the leasehold situation for this property?
The property is on municipal leasehold land, with the leasehold ending on 15-08-2053. The annual leasehold fee is €605.76. There is also a monthly homeowners' association contribution of €91.25. The leasehold arrangement is a standard feature for many older Amsterdam properties, and the end date is fixed.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from the KCAF. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before that year. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not confirm any actual foundation issues.
How noisy is the area around this apartment?
According to address-level risk data, road traffic noise is measured at 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself, so actual noise levels may vary.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
There are several supermarkets within a few hundred metres. The Albert Heijn is 361 metres away, the Dirk is 377 metres, and the Aldi is 387 metres. Another Albert Heijn is at 444 metres, and another Aldi at 568 metres. This means you have a good choice for daily groceries within a short walk.
Which schools are close by?
The nearest primary school is Joop en Willy Westerweel, at 215 metres. The 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is at 366 metres, and the St. Janschool is at 423 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.7 km away. There are also several childcare options within a short distance.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram and bus stop is Willem Schoutenstraat, at 280 metres, served by tram lines 7, 15, and 18. The Witte de Withstraat stop, at 294 metres, has lines 1, 7, 17, and N83. The Postjesweg stop, at 402 metres, offers lines 1, 7, 15, 17, and 18. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is 1.8 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district, which includes this neighbourhood, give it an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident mentions the many amenities and the nearby Rembrandtpark, while another appreciates the quiet traffic and feeling of safety. Some note a lack of greenery, and one mentions the impact of the Oranje Loper project on tram 13.
