Nieuwe Achtergracht 12-2
Sarphatistrook, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam upper floor flat
This is a classic 1939 upper floor apartment on the Nieuwe Achtergracht, right in the middle of the Sarphatistrook. It sits on the third floor of the building, facing a quiet road and the water, with an unobstructed view. The asking price of €485,000 is keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €1,249,667. For context, that average is based on the [apartments in Amsterdam] currently on the market.
Inside the home
The flat has three rooms, including two bedrooms, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 49 m², while the BAG registration records 45 m². It has floor insulation and a central heating boiler, and it is sold as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €180. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
The Sarphatistrook
The Sarphatistrook is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,950 residents, many of whom live alone. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.37 based on 256 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees that offer cooling and relaxation, though they also mention that rubbish around the containers is a daily eyesore. Another resident calls it a quiet, peaceful, relaxed and social neighbourhood with a nice mix of people. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with 31% owner-occupied homes. You can read more about [the Sarphatistrook neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, there is an AH to go just around the corner, a SPAR a couple of streets away, and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, ASVO, is a couple of streets away, and the Dr. E. Boekmanschool is a five-minute walk. The GP practice is a ten-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Utrechtsestraat is just around the corner. Metro station Weesperplein is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 7, 19, 51, 53, 54 and N85. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is about 1.8 km away. All of this is within [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was set at €439,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 10% above that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 18%, from €373,000 to €439,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and aircraft noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate data shows low pluvial flooding risk, low flood risk now and in 2050, and medium heat stress that is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Zuiver 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.
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About Nieuwe Achtergracht 12-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was set at €439,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €485,000 is 10% above that WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it is used for tax purposes. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 18%, from €373,000 to €439,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is an upper floor apartment on the third floor with three rooms, including two bedrooms, all on one level. The living area is listed at 49 m², while the BAG registration records 45 m². The volume is 181 m³. It is sold as full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is the least efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs for heating and hot water. The home does have floor insulation and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
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 dates from 1939, and 83% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail noise is 40 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the climate risk for this location?
The climate data for this address shows a low risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, and low flood risk both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
What public transport is available nearby?
Metro station Weesperplein is about 190 metres away, with metro, bus and tram services on lines 1, 7, 19, 51, 53, 54 and N85. There is also a tram stop at Roetersstraat on line 7, and one at Prinsengracht with lines 4 and N85. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is about 1.8 km away.
What amenities are within walking distance?
There is an AH to go about 230 metres away, a SPAR about 245 metres away, and an Albert Heijn about 364 metres away. The nearest primary school, ASVO, is about 300 metres away. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Utrechtsestraat, is about 455 metres away, and the GP practice is about 1 km away.
How does this home compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €485,000 is 61% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,249,667. The living area of 49 m² is 62% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 130 m². The price per m² is €9,898 based on the agent's listed area, which is 10% below the neighbourhood average per m².
What do residents say about living in Amsterdam?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.37 based on 256 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees that offer cooling and relaxation, though they also mention that rubbish around the containers is a daily eyesore. Another resident calls it a quiet, peaceful, relaxed and social neighbourhood with a nice mix of people.
