Retiefstraat 8A
Transvaalbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
AreaA ground-floor apartment with a garden in Amsterdam
This ground-floor apartment on the Retiefstraat sits in the Transvaalbuurt-Oost, a lively part of Amsterdam where the streets hum with daily life. Built in 1922, the home has a compact footprint but comes with a private garden, which is a rare find in this part of the city. At €500,000, the asking price is 19% below the average asking price of €615,308 for apartments in Amsterdam, so it sits on the sharp side of the market.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor and includes two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 56 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 m². The garden faces northwest and is accessible via the back entrance. The home has double glazing and HR glazing, a central heating boiler, and is heated efficiently. The ground lease is municipal and has been paid off until 31-07-2068, with a homeowners' association fee of €108 per month.
Life in the Transvaalbuurt-Oost
Residents of the wider Transvaalbuurt district give their area an average score of 7.47, based on four reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 79 years, says: "I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!" Another resident is less positive, noting that "people are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is." The neighbourhood is home to about 4,750 people, and the average household size is 1.8. For more on the area, see the Transvaalbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, IKC Frankendael is a couple of streets away, and the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a ten-minute walk, and the Linnaeus Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram and bus stop Oostpoort is on your doorstep, with lines 29 and N87, and Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is a ten-minute walk. All this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €605,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 17% below that value. According to the precomputed data, the asking price has not changed relative to the WOZ over the past five years. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, with current flood risk low. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium by 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via MAKELAAR BERT.
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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 Retiefstraat 8A, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €500,000 is 17% below the WOZ value of €605,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply that the home is underpriced or overpriced; it simply reflects the difference between the two figures.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is a ground-floor benedenwoning with one floor. It has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 56 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 57 m². There is a garden facing northwest, accessible via the back entrance.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing and HR glazing, which can contribute to keeping the home warm. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as actual usage varies.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. This is not an inspection of the specific home, but an indication for the area. The home was built in 1922, and 100% of 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?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 54 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Dirk, just 116 metres away, followed by an Albert Heijn at 169 metres. Another Albert Heijn is at 420 metres, and a Vomar at 522 metres. These distances mean you can walk to a supermarket in a couple of minutes, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
IKC Frankendael, a primary school, is 251 metres away, and De Kraal primary school is at 462 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort is at 337 metres. These are within a short walk, so school runs are manageable on foot.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest stop is Oostpoort, at 119 metres, served by bus and tram lines 29 and N87. Linnaeusstraat stop is at 381 metres with lines 7, 14, 25, and 245. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is 617 metres away, so you have both tram and train options nearby.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Transvaalbuurt district give an average score of 7.47, based on four reviews. One long-time resident praises the area, saying they have lived there for 79 years with great pleasure. Another resident describes negative experiences with neighbours. These reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €108 per month. This is stated in the listing. The fee typically covers shared maintenance and costs for the building, but the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
