A classic Amsterdam upper floor flat
This upper-floor apartment sits on the Palmgracht in the Driehoekbuurt, right in the middle of the Jordaan district. It is a 1938 build with an energy label C, and the asking price of €525,000 sits well below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €869,071. That puts this home at roughly 40% under the neighbourhood average, so the price is on the sharp side. For context, [apartments in Amsterdam] across the municipality vary widely in price depending on size and location.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a total living area of 56 m² and a volume of 188 m³. It is located on the second living floor and comes with a balcony. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The homeowners' association fee is €145 per month. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road in the centre of a residential area.
Life in the Driehoekbuurt
The Driehoekbuurt is a small, tight-knit corner of Amsterdam with around 2,730 residents, and it sits within the wider Jordaan district. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.82, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan!" and talks about the shops and markets being within walking distance, adding that "people give each other a helping hand when needed." Another resident describes a mixed population, "old and young, rich and less rich," who look out for each other to keep the neighbourhood safe. The area is very densely populated, with an address density of over 10,000 per km², which reflects its central urban character. For more on what this pocket of the city is like, have a look at [the Driehoekbuurt neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far: Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and there are two Albert Heijn branches and a Jumbo just around the corner. For primary education, Basisschool Westerpark is a ten-minute walk away, while Vinse School for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Mouw & Kruysse, is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice, Medisch Kwartier, is about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, tram and bus stop Nieuwe Willemsstraat is just around the corner with lines 13, 18 and 21, and Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam], where the city's amenities are always close by.
WOZ and address data
Public risk data at address level indicates that road traffic noise is measured at 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise both come in at 45 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and that 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is medium. These are area-level indications from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Ankersmit Makelaars Amsterdam on Funda.
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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 Palmgracht 21-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €525,000 is about 40% below the average asking price in the Driehoekbuurt, which is €869,071. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €550,000, so this home sits below that too. With a living area of 56 m², the price per square metre comes to €9,375 based on the agent's listing, while the neighbourhood average is €11,131 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this upper-floor apartment has four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is 56 m² with a volume of 188 m³, and there is a balcony. The home is located on the second living floor and is offered as full ownership, with a homeowners' association fee of €145 per month.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the most efficient homes, but lower costs than homes with the least efficient labels. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, which are the installations currently in place.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. This is based on the building year of 1938, which is before 1970, and the fact that 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data indicates that road traffic noise at this address is measured at 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 45 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 45 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. These are area-level indications from public sources, not measurements taken inside the home.
What shops and schools are nearby?
Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with two Albert Heijn branches and a Jumbo just around the corner. For schools, Basisschool Westerpark is a ten-minute walk away, and Vinse School for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The pharmacy is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is about a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The tram and bus stop Nieuwe Willemsstraat is just around the corner, with lines 13, 18 and 21. Amsterdam Centraal station is about a ten-minute walk away. There are also bus stops at Buiten Oranjestraat and Haarlemmerplein within a few minutes' walk, offering additional bus and tram connections.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Jordaan district, where this neighbourhood sits, give their living environment an average score of 8.82 based on six reviews. One resident says the shops and markets are within walking distance and that people help each other out. Another describes a mixed population that looks out for one another to keep the area safe.
What is the flood risk for this area?
Public climate data indicates that the current flood risk for this address is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. The indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the heat stress indication is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public sources.
How many homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 28 homes for sale in the Driehoekbuurt. The average asking price is €869,071, with a median of €550,000. Prices range from €400,000 to €3,850,000. In the past period, 187 homes were sold in the neighbourhood at an average price of €579,711.
