A high-rise home in Amstelveen's Boekenbuurt
This apartment sits on the 12th floor of a building on Max Havelaarlaan, in the Boekenbuurt area of Amstelveen. It is a 1974 build with an energy label B, and the asking price of €395,000 is 49% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €771,759. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, is €6,270. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,058. If you are weighing up options, you might also look at other [apartments in Amstelveen]( /koopwoningen/amstelveen/appartementen/).
Inside the apartment
The home has two rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and is spread over a single floor. The living area is 63 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The apartment has floor insulation and is heated by block heating. It is located in a residential area near public transport. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €28,930, which is a substantial amount to factor into your budget.
Life in the Boekenbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amstelveen give their living environment an average score of 7.96, based on 58 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." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. The Boekenbuurt itself has around 3,070 residents, and about 45% of the homes are owner-occupied. For a closer look at what this area is like, you can read more about [the Boekenbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/boekenbuurt-amstelveen/).
Amenities and getting around
The pharmacy is just around the corner, and the GP practice is a couple of streets away. For groceries, you have Lidl and Vomar within a five-minute walk, and Albert Heijn a bit further. Schools nearby include Montessori Kindcentrum Mio Mondo and Futuris, both within a short walk. The nearest tram and bus stop is Onderuit, with lines 5, 6, 25, and N84, just around the corner. Amsterdam RAI train station is about 3.6 km away. For more on the wider area, see [the municipality of Amstelveen]( /gemeente/amstelveen/).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home was €375,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 5% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 43%, from €262,000 to €375,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise is 48 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk indications for the area include medium flood risk and medium heat stress, both now and in 2050.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Felix de makelaar van Amstelveen and other platforms.
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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 Max Havelaarlaan 409A, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €395,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €375,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, is €6,270, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,058 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 63 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. It is located on the 12th floor of the building. The home has floor insulation and is heated by block heating.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value was €375,000 on 1 January 2025. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 43%, from €262,000 to €375,000. This reflects the municipal valuation, which is used for property taxes and is not the same as the asking price or market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 48 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications based on data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is peat, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the specific property. The climate risk data also indicates a medium flood risk and medium heat stress for the area, both now and in 2050.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Lidl and Vomar are both about 523 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Albert Heijn is slightly further at 586 metres, and Dirk is at 753 metres. There are 49 supermarkets within 5 km of the address, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest stop is Onderuit, about 189 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 5, 6, 25, and N84. Amstelveen Oranjebaan is about 392 metres away with bus lines 171, 300, and N30. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, about 3.6 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Boekenbuurt has about 3,070 residents, with a mix of household types: 48% are single-person households, and 26% are households with children. About 45% of homes are owner-occupied. Residents across the municipality of Amstelveen give their living environment an average score of 7.96, based on 58 reviews, though this reflects the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
