Populierenlaan 77
Populierenbuurt, Amstelveen
AreaA 1960s apartment in leafy Amstelveen
Populierenlaan 77 sits in the Populierenbuurt, a post-war neighbourhood in Amstelveen where the streets are lined with mature trees and the pace of life feels calm. This is a gallery flat from 1960, a classic example of the era's practical, light-filled design. With an asking price of €429,000, it lands on the high side compared to the average of €484,000 for the seven homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, though the median asking price of €435,000 is close. The price per square metre of €5,296 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €5,202. For context, [apartments in Amstelveen] typically command a premium given the town's popularity.
Inside the home
This four-room apartment offers three bedrooms and a living space that flows naturally, with a total volume of 210 cubic metres. The home is heated by block heating, a communal system that serves the whole building. According to the agent, the living area is 81 square metres, which matches the BAG registration exactly. The property is a gallery flat, meaning you enter via an external walkway, a layout that was popular in the 1960s for its efficient use of space.
Life in the Populierenbuurt
Residents here give their neighbourhood a modest average score of 6.85, based on three reviews. One resident notes that "the most important shops are nearby" but that "sometimes everything is a bit far." Another mentions that "many children causing trouble" can be an issue, though they add it's "sometimes fun." The neighbourhood is home to around 3,600 people, with a mix of ages and household types. It's a densely populated area, with an address density of 2,575 per square kilometre, which classifies it as very strongly urban. For a closer look at what life here entails, [the Populierenbuurt neighbourhood] page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are straightforward from this address. The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk away, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets further. For healthcare, the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijken H.L. Kieviet is a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Keizer Karelpark pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. School options include the Amstelveen College secondary school and Het Palet primary school, both within a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at Lindenlaan and Handweg are just around the corner, served by lines 171 and 174. The nearest train station, Amsterdam Zuid, is about 5.3 kilometres away. [The municipality of Amstelveen] offers a broader view of the area's amenities.
WOZ value and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the current data. The address does carry some risk indications that are worth noting as area-level signals rather than a verdict on this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, while aircraft noise at 48 dB Lden stays within the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1960 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The climate risk data shows medium levels for pluvial flooding, current flood risk, and flood risk by 2050, with heat stress currently low but rising to medium by 2050. These are public data at address level, not an inspection of this particular property.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels: directly through Gerrit Jan Heemskerk makelaardij o.g. and on Funda. The listing has been active since 3 July 2025.
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About Populierenlaan 77, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Populierenbuurt?
The asking price of €429,000 is close to the median of €435,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The average asking price is €484,000, and the range spans from €390,000 to €659,000. At €5,296 per square metre, this apartment is priced slightly above the neighbourhood average of €5,202 per square metre. The seven homes currently listed give a snapshot of the market, with 30 homes sold in the area recently at an average of €434,700.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a gallery flat with four rooms in total, including three bedrooms. The living area is 81 square metres according to both the agent and the BAG registration, with a total volume of 210 cubic metres. The home is heated by block heating, a communal system. The gallery flat layout means you enter via an external walkway, which was a common design in 1960s apartment buildings.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label D. This is a mid-range label, meaning you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home was built in 1960, which is typical for the neighbourhood, where nearly 89% of homes date from between 1945 and 1970. The listing does not mention any specific insulation features, so the label reflects the building's original construction era.
What do residents say about living in the Populierenbuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.85, based on three reviews. One resident appreciates that "the most important shops are nearby" but finds that "sometimes everything is a bit far." Another mentions that "many children causing trouble" can be an issue, though they add it's "sometimes fun." A third review notes that "the safety is fine" but warns to "watch out for people" when entering the adjacent Middenhoven area. These are personal experiences rather than a comprehensive picture.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Coop supermarket is just around the corner at 358 metres, with an Ekoplaza at 633 metres and an Albert Heijn at 726 metres. For schools, the Amstelveen College secondary school is 676 metres away, and Het Palet primary school is 834 metres. The Keizer Karel College secondary school is also nearby at 872 metres. These distances make daily errands and school runs manageable on foot or by bike.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Amstelveen, Lindenlaan, just around the corner at 245 metres, served by lines 171 and 174. Two other stops, Handweg and Maalderij, are also within a short walk at 335 and 390 metres respectively, both served by line 171. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Zuid, about 5.3 kilometres away, which connects to the wider rail network.
What risk indications are associated with this address?
The address has a medium foundation risk indication, based on the home being built in 1960 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Road traffic noise is measured at 66 dB Lden, above the Dutch noise standard, while aircraft noise at 48 dB Lden stays within the norm. Climate data shows medium levels for pluvial flooding and flood risk, with heat stress currently low but rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property in the current listing data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not always included in listing information. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official municipal valuation. The asking price of €429,000 stands on its own as the seller's expectation.
How long has this apartment been on the market?
The listing has been active since 3 July 2025. The home is offered through two channels: directly via Gerrit Jan Heemskerk makelaardij o.g. and on Funda. The neighbourhood has seen 30 homes sold recently, with an average time on the market of 76 days, which gives some context for how long properties typically take to sell in this area.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The Populierenbuurt has around 3,605 residents, with a fairly even spread across age groups. About 28% are aged 25 to 45, while 24% are 45 to 65 and another 24% are 65 or older. Nearly half of households are single-person households at 48%, and 29% are households with children. The average household size is 1.9 people. It's a densely populated area with an address density of 2,575 per square kilometre, classified as very strongly urban.
