A 1930s apartment in Amsterdam West
This apartment on Mercatorstraat sits in the Robert Scottbuurt-Oost, a corner of Amsterdam West that feels calm and residential. The building dates from 1932, so it carries the character of pre-war Amsterdam architecture. At €495,000, the asking price sits 23% below the average asking price of €639,091 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the sharp side of the market. For context, that average is based on the [apartments in Amsterdam]( /koopwoningen/amsterdam/appartementen/) currently listed across the municipality.
What the listing tells us
The listing does not state the energy label, so that information is missing. The living area is 54 m² according to the BAG registration, which is 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 77 m². At €9,167 per m², the price per square metre reflects the premium attached to living in this part of the city. The apartment is offered for sale through a single agent, and the details beyond the floor area are limited.
Life in Robert Scottbuurt-Oost
The neighbourhood is home to around 1,740 people, and nearly half of households are single-person homes. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees that offer shade and relaxation, though they also mention that rubbish around the containers is a daily eyesore. Another resident of the municipality notes that the area is well connected by metro line 54 and that shops are within walking distance of the De Poort shopping centre. The [Robert Scottbuurt-Oost neighbourhood]( /buurt/robert-scottbuurt-oost-amsterdam/) itself is a small, tight-knit pocket within the wider Erasmuspark district.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. The Tijl Uilenspiegelschool is a couple of streets away for primary education, and the nearest GP practice, Sanitas Gezondheidscentrum, is a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy is closer still,. For public transport, the Jan van Galenstraat tram stop is on your doorstep with lines 7, 15 and N82, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 1.7 km away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam]( /gemeente/amsterdam/), where the urbanity level is very strongly urban with an address density of over 8,000 per km².
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise stay below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level signal given that the building predates 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
The agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Ouwehand v/d Meijden Makelaars.
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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 Mercatorstraat 147-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €495,000 is 23% below the average asking price of €639,091 for homes currently listed in Robert Scottbuurt-Oost. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is also €495,000, so this apartment sits right at the middle of the market. The price per square metre is €9,167, based on the 54 m² living area from the BAG registration.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 54 m². That is 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 77 m². The listing does not provide additional details about the layout, number of bedrooms or bathrooms, so those specifics are not stated.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this field, so there is no official label to reference. Without it, the energy performance of the home cannot be assessed from the listing alone.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building was constructed in 1932, before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone where all properties were built before 1970.
How noisy is the location?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data at address level and reflect the surrounding area rather than the interior of the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Dirk supermarket is 370 metres away, just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is 492 metres away, a five-minute walk. A second Dirk is 672 metres away and another Albert Heijn is 754 metres away. In total, there are 133 supermarkets within 5 km of the address.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Tijl Uilenspiegelschool is 368 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. The Enderun Hisar Amsterdam school is 370 metres away, and the Rosa Boekdrukker school is 468 metres away. All three are primary schools. Secondary education is 1.4 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The Jan van Galenstraat stop is 219 metres away and serves tram and bus lines 7, 15 and N82. The Erasmusgracht stop is 229 metres away with the same lines. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is 1.7 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees, though they also mention that rubbish around the containers is a daily problem. Another resident notes the area is well connected and that amenities are within walking distance.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is indicated as low, and it remains low for 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
