Oostoever Sloterplas, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1997 apartment on Singerstraat sits right by Sloterplas, with the park just around the corner. At 94 m² it's noticeably more compact than the neighbourhood average of 158 m², which is reflected in the asking price of €625,000. That's well below the median of €929,000 for the area, making it a keenly priced entry into this part of Amsterdam. For context, the supply of apartments in Amsterdam varies widely, but here you're getting a modern, energy-efficient home (label A) in a sought-after pocket.
The neighbourhood Oostoever Sloterplas is a quiet, leafy neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. Over a third of households have children, and the area feels spacious thanks to the nearby lake and park. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the CBS figures show a low crime rate (58 incidents) and a very high density of addresses (4,258 per km²), typical of urban Amsterdam. The homes here are mostly built between 1990 and 2010, so you're in a relatively modern part of town.
For groceries, you have a Lidl and an Albert Heijn both just around the corner, and an AH to go a ten-minute walk away. Schools are equally close: the Huizingaschool (primary) is a couple of streets away, and secondary schools like Het Hervormd Lyceum West and Comenius Lyceum Amsterdam are within a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you'd expect, with the city centre a short tram or bike ride away.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hoekstra en van Eck.
Details of this home
Singerstraat 80, Amsterdam
Data from Oostoever Sloterplas
Data from Oostoever Sloterplas
121 within 5 km
158 within 5 km
About Singerstraat 80, Amsterdam
The asking price of €625,000 is significantly below the neighbourhood median of €929,000, but the apartment is also 41% smaller than the average home in Oostoever Sloterplas (94 m² vs 158 m²). Given the modern build, energy label A, and location by the lake, the price per m² (€6,649) is actually above the neighbourhood average of €5,880, so it's priced keenly for its size but not a bargain.
Oostoever Sloterplas is a green, family-oriented area with a mix of ages. It's very urban (address density 4,258 per km²) but feels spacious thanks to the lake and park. Crime is low (58 incidents), and most homes were built between 1990 and 2010. The area has good schools and shops within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The area is well served by trams and buses for connections to Amsterdam city centre.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a good insulation standard. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A, so this is in line with the best-performing properties.
Yes, the park or public garden is just 0.2 km away, literally on your doorstep. Sloterplas lake and its surrounding parkland are a major feature of the area, perfect for walks, jogging, or relaxing by the water.
Currently, only one home is listed for sale in Oostoever Sloterplas, so supply is very limited. In the past, 7 homes sold with an average selling price of €623,571 and an average time on market of 71 days, suggesting a fairly active market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oostoever Sloterplas