Plantage Middenlaan 8D
Plantage, Amsterdam
AreaA grand apartment on the edge of the Plantage
This spacious apartment sits on Plantage Middenlaan, right where the city's energy meets the calm of the green Plantage district. Built in 1905, the home carries the character of its era, while the asking price of €1,500,000 reflects its size and position. At €9,740 per square metre based on the agent's listing, the price sits on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €11,519 per m² for available homes, though the living area is well above the local norm. For context, the average asking price in the area is €1,348,611, with a median of €1,050,000. This is one of the larger options among the [apartments in Amsterdam], and its price is in line with what similar grand apartments command here.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this fifth-floor apartment (the third floor in Dutch terms) spans 154 m² of living space, though the BAG registration records 160 m². It has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single level. The home comes with a balcony and is described as having a free view, set alongside a park in the middle of the city. It is fully owned, with no leasehold. The agent notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, plus double glazing. Heating is provided by a combination of a central heating boiler, electric heating, a wood stove and partial underfloor heating.
Life in the Plantage
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a "very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," adding that it is "quiet and dark at night," which they value for the animals. Another notes the area is "well accessible with metro 54" and that amenities are within walking distance at shopping centre de Poort. The same resident, however, points to a persistent issue: "It is a daily mess at the waste containers. Litter blows everywhere." The neighbourhood itself is home to around 2,520 people, with a high share of single-person households. This is [the Plantage neighbourhood], a district where the green of the park meets the bustle of the city.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are well covered here. A SPAR and an Albert Heijn are both just around the corner, and a pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Dr. E. Boekmanschool is a five-minute walk, with De Witte Olifant slightly further. The nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is excellent: the Artis/Nationaal Holocaustmuseum stop is on your doorstep, served by tram lines 7, 14 and N87, and the Plantage Parklaan stop is equally close. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. This all sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam], where the city's full range of services is never far.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The address does carry some area-level risk indications from public sources. Road traffic noise is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 43 dB Lden and aircraft noise 44 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, noting the building dates from before 1970 and that 81% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium for both the present and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via De Plantage Makelaars through three channels, including Funda and Huispedia.
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About Plantage Middenlaan 8D, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Plantage?
The asking price is €1,500,000 for a living area of 154 m² according to the agent, which works out to €9,740 per square metre. The average asking price for homes currently available in the neighbourhood is €1,348,611, with a median of €1,050,000. The average price per square metre for available homes is €11,519. So this apartment is priced above the neighbourhood average in absolute terms, but below the average price per square metre.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 154 m², while the BAG registration records 160 m². The home is on the third floor (fifth floor in Dutch counting) and comes with a balcony. It is fully owned, with no leasehold, and the agent describes it as having a free view, set alongside a park.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in the listing information we have. Without this figure, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address has area-level noise indications from public data. Road traffic noise is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 43 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The notes indicate the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1905, and that 81% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data sources, not an inspection of this particular home.
What are the climate-related risks for this address?
The climate indications for this address show pluvial flooding at heavy rain as elevated, while flood risk is low both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the present and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
A SPAR is about 456 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is at 458 metres, both roughly a five-minute walk. There is also another SPAR at 458 metres and an AH to go at 544 metres. A further Albert Heijn is at 565 metres. So daily grocery shopping is well covered within a short walk of the home.
What schools are near this home?
The nearest primary school is Dr. E. Boekmanschool at 323 metres, about a five-minute walk. De Witte Olifant is at 523 metres, and the St. Antoniusschool is at 861 metres. For secondary education, the Metis Montessori Lyceum is at 779 metres. All are within a comfortable walking distance.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The Artis/Nationaal Holocaustmuseum stop is just 120 metres away, served by tram lines 7, 14 and N87. The Plantage Parklaan stop is at 122 metres with line 7, and Mr. Visserplein is at 292 metres with line 14. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 1.5 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
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 praises the "very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees," while another mentions the area is "well accessible with metro 54." The same resident also notes a persistent issue with litter around the waste containers.
What is the neighbourhood like demographically?
The Plantage neighbourhood has around 2,520 residents. A large share, 56%, live in single-person households, and the average household size is 1.6 people. The age distribution is fairly even, with 35% aged 25 to 45 and 22% aged 65 or older. The housing stock consists mostly of apartments, with only 4% single-family homes.
