Max Havelaarlaan 347A
Boekenbuurt, Amstelveen
AreaA calm home in the Boekenbuurt
This upper-floor apartment sits on a quiet road in the Boekenbuurt, a residential pocket of Amstelveen where the streets are named after writers. The listing does not state the energy label, so that information is missing from the agent's description. At €390,000, the asking price sits 38% below the neighbourhood average of €628,313, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, apartments in Amstelveen vary widely in price, and this one is at the more accessible end of the market.
Inside the apartment
Built in 1974, this one-bedroom home spans a single floor on the fifth storey, with one bathroom and a total living area of 63 m². The agent lists wall insulation, floor insulation and full insulation, along with block heating, and the home is offered in full ownership. There is a balcony, and the property is described as being on a quiet road within a residential area. The HOA fee is €288 per month, which covers the shared costs of the building.
Life in the Boekenbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amstelveen give their living experience an average score of 7.95, based on 57 reviews. One resident says: "I have never had any problems in the neighbourhood and hardly any nuisance." Another adds: "Nice neighbourhood to live in with all amenities nearby and pleasant people." The area is home to around 3,080 people, with a mix of ages and household types. The neighbourhood itself has 16 homes currently on the market, with an average asking price of €628,313, so this apartment is noticeably more affordable than many of its neighbours. For a closer look at the area, the Boekenbuurt neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The pharmacy is just around the corner, and the GP practice is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Lidl and Vomar are both a five-minute walk, with Albert Heijn a little further. Primary schools like Montessori Kindcentrum Mio Mondo and De Bloeiwijzer are within a ten-minute walk, and secondary school Futuris is also close by. The nearest tram and bus stop, Onderuit, is on your doorstep with lines 5, 6, 25 and N84, and the Amsterdam RAI train station is about 3.5 km away. The municipality of Amstelveen offers a broader picture of the area's facilities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €375,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 4% above that figure. The home's living area of 63 m² is 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m², which partly explains the lower price point. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, above the norm, while aircraft noise at 48 dB Lden stays within limits. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat and sensitive to settling, and pluvial flooding risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Houses4let on Funda. The agent has not published the energy label, so that detail is simply absent from the listing.
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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 Max Havelaarlaan 347A, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €375,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €390,000 sits 4% above that figure. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the comparison is a factual reference point rather than a judgement on the price.
What is the apartment's layout and condition?
The apartment has one bedroom, one bathroom and one living floor, with a total living area of 63 m². It was built in 1974 and is on the fifth storey. The agent lists wall insulation, floor insulation and full insulation, along with block heating. There is a balcony, and the home is in full ownership.
What is the HOA fee and what does it cover?
The HOA fee is €288 per month. The listing does not specify exactly what this covers, but it is the standard monthly contribution for the shared costs of the building. The apartment is in full ownership, so there is no ground lease involved.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to public area-level data. The soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, but this is an indication at the address level rather than an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
How noisy is the location?
Road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is measured at 48 dB Lden, which stays below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What amenities are nearby?
The pharmacy is just around the corner, and the GP practice is a couple of streets away. Lidl and Vomar supermarkets are both about a five-minute walk, with Albert Heijn slightly further. Primary schools and secondary school Futuris are within a ten-minute walk, and the nearest tram and bus stop is on your doorstep.
How does this apartment compare to others in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €390,000 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €628,313. The living area of 63 m² is 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 105 m². The neighbourhood has 16 homes on the market, with prices ranging from €315,000 to €1,375,000.
What do residents say about living in Amstelveen?
Residents across the municipality of Amstelveen give an average score of 7.95 out of 10, based on 57 reviews. One resident says: "I have never had any problems in the neighbourhood and hardly any nuisance." Another says: "Nice neighbourhood to live in with all amenities nearby and pleasant people."
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has not published this field, so it is simply missing from the available information. The address itself is complete, so location and neighbourhood data are accurate, but the energy label remains unknown.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest stop, Onderuit, is on your doorstep and serves tram and bus lines 5, 6, 25 and N84. The Amstelveen Oranjebaan stop, about 400 metres away, offers bus lines 171, 300 and N30. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, approximately 3.5 km away.
