Boekenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Max Havelaarlaan sits in a quiet, leafy part of Amstelveen. With 109 m² of living space and an energy label B, it's a practical home for someone who wants space without the upkeep of a house. The price of €479,000 is 40% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €798,800, making it a keen entry point into the area. For context, apartments in Amstelveen typically sell for around €6,595 per m².
The Boekenbuurt is a residential area with a mix of ages: about a third of homes were built between 1970 and 1990, and over 40% after 2010. It's a fairly urban spot, address density is high at 2,828 addresses per km², but the streets are tree-lined and quiet. The population is diverse: many singles and older residents, with a smaller share of families. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a low crime rate of 104 total offences, which suggests a safe environment. You can read more about the Boekenbuurt neighbourhood on Buurtje.
For daily groceries, you have a Lidl and a Vomar just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Montessori Kindcentrum Mio Mondo and Brede School Omnibus, both about a five-minute walk. Secondary school Futuris is also just a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, perfect for a morning stroll. The municipality of Amstelveen maintains the green spaces and local amenities, see the municipality of Amstelveen for more.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including BNV makelaars.
Details of this home
Max Havelaarlaan 333, Amstelveen
Data from Boekenbuurt
Data from Boekenbuurt
49 within 5 km
78 within 5 km
About Max Havelaarlaan 333, Amstelveen
The asking price of €479,000 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €798,800, which makes it look keen. However, the average includes larger and more expensive homes. The median price in the Boekenbuurt is €675,000, so this apartment is still well below that. Given the 109 m² floor area and energy label B, the price per m² works out at about €4,394, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €6,595 per m².
The nearest train station is 5 km away, so commuting by train would require a bus or bike ride first. For local travel, the neighbourhood is well-connected by road and cycle paths.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In the Boekenbuurt, about 9% of homes have label B, while 32% have label A or better. Label B means lower energy bills compared to older, less efficient homes, but it's not the top tier. You can expect reasonable heating and electricity costs.
The Boekenbuurt is a residential area with a mix of housing: 23% single-family homes and 77% apartments. It's densely populated but quiet, with many singles and older residents. The crime rate is low (104 total offences), and there's a park within 100 metres. It's not a family-heavy area, only 400 households have children, but it's safe and well-maintained.
In the Boekenbuurt, sold homes took an average of 41 days to sell. That's a reasonable timeframe, suggesting a balanced market. With 15 apartments currently for sale and 26 sold recently, there is steady turnover. This apartment's price is well below average, so it may attract interest quickly.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. Primary schools include Montessori Kindcentrum Mio Mondo (440 m) and Brede School Omnibus (552 m). For secondary education, Futuris is 552 m away. There's also a special primary school, De Bloeiwijzer, at 349 m. All are within a ten-minute walk.
You have a Lidl and a Vomar both 523 m away, and an Albert Heijn at 586 m, all just around the corner. A Dirk is 753 m away, and another Albert Heijn is 995 m. For daily shopping, you won't need to go far.
With 109 m² and energy label B, the apartment has decent space. However, the neighbourhood has relatively few families, only 400 out of 1,175 households have children. The area is more popular with singles and older residents.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Boekenbuurt