A grand apartment on the Overtoom
This spacious apartment sits on the lively Overtoom, right in the heart of Amsterdam's WG-terrein area. The street is known for its energy, with shops, cafés and restaurants close by, and the city's museums and parks within easy reach. This listing did not state the energy label. At €1,325,000, the asking price sat 64% above the average last known asking price of €805,733 for apartments in Amsterdam, which put it on the high side. This home has not been online since 15 September 2026.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1931 and offers a living area of 145 m² according to the BAG registration. That makes it 86% larger than the neighbourhood average of 78 m².
WG-terrein
Residents of the Helmersbuurt district, which includes the WG-terrein, give their surroundings an average score of 7.28, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a pleasant, beautiful neighbourhood with lots to see and do, mentioning cultural visits to museums and parks, and plenty of cosiness from shops, cafés and restaurants. Another resident notes that everyone is very much to themselves, with little contact between neighbours, but appreciates the many supermarkets, shops and cafés, and the easy access to public transport. A third review is less positive, mentioning a dirty place, exhaust fumes and noise. The neighbourhood has around 2,585 inhabitants, and 64% of households are single-person households. For more context, you can read more about the WG-terrein neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with the Jumbo just around the corner and a Lidl a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Huygens College is a five-minute walk, and primary schools are within a ten-minute walk. The GP practice SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Wittop Koning is a couple of streets away. Tram line 1 stops at 1e C. Huygensstraat on your doorstep, and the Overtoom stop, served by lines 1, 12, 17 and N83, is just around the corner. Amsterdam Zuid station is about 2.6 km away. All of this is part of the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value was available for this property, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with area-level risk indications from public data sources. The noise load from road traffic is 67 dB Lden, above the noise standard, and aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard, while railway noise at 29 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via ME Makelaars B.V.
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About Overtoom 186HS, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,325,000 was 64% above the average asking price of €805,733 in the neighbourhood. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood was €10,802, while this home was listed at €9,138 per m² based on the BAG living area of 145 m². The neighbourhood average living area was 78 m², so this apartment was considerably larger than most homes at the time on the market there.
What is known about the layout of this apartment?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms. The agent had not published details about the layout, the presence of a garden or balcony, or any information about insulation or heating. What is known is that the apartment was built in 1931 and has a living area of 145 m² according to the BAG registration.
Why was there no energy label in this listing?
The agent had not published this field, so there was no information available about the home's energy efficiency. The address itself is complete, so the location and neighbourhood data are accurate.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the Helmersbuurt district, which includes the WG-terrein, give their surroundings an average score of 7.28 based on four reviews. One resident praises the neighbourhood as lively and bustling, with museums, parks, shops and restaurants, while noting that peace and quiet can still be found. Another appreciates the many amenities and good public transport, though mentions little contact between neighbours. A third review is more critical, mentioning dirt, exhaust fumes and noise.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data indicates that the noise load from road traffic is 67 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard, while railway noise at 29 dB Lden stays below it. These are indications at area level from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific home. The data is based on the reference years 2022 and 2023.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1931, and the KCAF attention area indicates that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are close to this apartment?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 215 metres away, with a Jumbo at 284 metres and a Lidl at 378 metres. A second Albert Heijn is at 557 metres and a third at 565 metres. In total, there are 156 supermarkets within 5 km of this address, so grocery shopping is well covered in this part of Amsterdam.
Which schools are near this apartment?
For secondary education, Huygens College is about 327 metres away. For primary education, Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is at 530 metres, the Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs at 579 metres, and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier at 632 metres. There are 212 schools within 5 km of this address, covering both primary and secondary education.
How accessible is this home by public transport?
The tram stop 1e C. Huygensstraat is about 159 metres away and is served by tram line 1. The Overtoom stop at 225 metres is served by lines 1, 12, 17 and N83, with both bus and tram connections. A third stop, Jan Pieter Heijestraat, is at 441 metres and also serves line 1. Amsterdam Zuid train station is approximately 2.6 km away.
What is the climate risk for this address?
Area-level climate data indicates that the risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. The current flood risk is low, and this remains low for 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the current situation and for 2050. These are indications at area level from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
