Marnixkade 57-2
Marnixbuurt-Noord · 1015 XV Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This two-room apartment on the Marnixkade sits in the Marnixbuurt-Noord, part of the Jordaan district in Amsterdam. Built in 1888, it is a piece of the city's historic housing stock. The last known asking price of €525,000 was keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which came to €599,167. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area was €10,165, while this home was listed at €9,052 per square metre. If you were looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stood out for its price position. This home has not been online since 29 October 2026.
The home itself
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 58 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 56 square metres. The home was built in 1888, a fact that speaks to its age but says nothing about its condition. The agent had not published details on insulation, heating, or ownership structure.
Life in the Marnixbuurt-Noord
Residents of the wider Jordaan district give their area an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam. The shops and markets are within walking distance of my home. And people give each other a helping hand when needed. The social contacts are great." Another adds: "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich. But still we make sure among ourselves that the neighbourhood remains safe and that you can call on someone if necessary." The neighbourhood itself has 1,445 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 63 percent. These reviews describe the district, not this specific street, but they give a sense of the area's character. For more on the local area, see the Marnixbuurt-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam is a five-minute walk, while secondary school Het Cartesius Lyceum is just around the corner. The BENU Apotheek Zieseniss is on your doorstep, and the nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, is a ten-minute walk. Tram line 5 stops at Nassaukade on your doorstep, and lines 13, 18, and 21 are available at Nieuwe Willemsstraat and Marnixplein, both a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. For a broader view of the area, the municipality of Amsterdam offers plenty of context.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, was €561,000. The asking price of €525,000 sat 6 percent below this valuation. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market, though the exact figures are not provided here. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk is indicated as medium, which is common for buildings constructed before 1970, and this property dates from 1888. Noise from road traffic is measured at 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the present and 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via JA Makelaardij on Pararius. The listing did not state the energy label, which was a gap in the information provided.
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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 Marnixkade 57-2, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The WOZ value, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025, was €561,000. The asking price of €525,000 was 6 percent below this figure. This meant the asking price was lower than the official valuation, which was a factual comparison. The price was also described as keen relative to the neighbourhood average asking price of €599,167. No further conclusions are drawn here; the figures speak for themselves.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment had two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 58 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 56 square metres. The home was built in 1888. No details on insulation, heating, or ownership structure are provided.
What is the WOZ value and what does it mean?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation of the property, set on 1 January 2025 at €561,000. This is not the current market value but an official figure used for taxation purposes. The asking price of €525,000 was 6 percent below this WOZ value. The historical development of the WOZ value over the past five years is not detailed here, so no trend can be described.
What are the foundation risks for this address?
The foundation risk for this address is indicated as medium, based on area-level data from public sources such as KCAF. This is not an inspection of this specific home but an indication for the area. The property was built in 1888, and the entire postcode area consists of buildings constructed before 1970. This information is provided for context, not as a diagnosis of the home's condition.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram line 5 stops at Nassaukade, which is on your doorstep. At Nieuwe Willemsstraat, a couple of streets away, you can catch trams and buses on lines 13, 18, and 21. Marnixplein, also a couple of streets away, offers lines 5, 13, 18, and 21. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about a ten-minute walk from the apartment, providing access to national rail services.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider Jordaan district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another mentions a mixed population and a sense of mutual support. These reviews describe the district, not this specific street.
Are there supermarkets and schools within walking distance?
Yes, the Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner at 325 metres, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away at 378 metres. For primary education, the Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam is a five-minute walk at 349 metres, and Basisschool De Bron is a couple of streets away at 435 metres. Secondary school Het Cartesius Lyceum is just around the corner at 280 metres.
