Spuistraat 40B
Spuistraat-Noord, Amsterdam
AreaA historic apartment in the heart of Amsterdam
This upper-floor apartment on Spuistraat 40B sits in the Spuistraat-Noord neighbourhood, right in the centre of Amsterdam. The building dates from 1620, so you are buying a piece of the city's Golden Age. With a price of €725,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Amsterdam, which stands at €826,800.
Inside the home
The apartment spans three floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. According to the agent, the living area is 80 m², while the BAG registration lists 77 m². The home has a roof terrace, and the agent mentions roof insulation and a central heating boiler. You own the property outright, and the monthly HOA fee is €170.
Life on Spuistraat-Noord
Spuistraat-Noord is a compact neighbourhood with about 870 residents, many of whom live alone. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident says: "A very nice, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation." Another notes: "Quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses, reflecting its central urban character. For more on the area, see the Spuistraat-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. An AH to go is on your doorstep, and a SPAR and Dirk are just around the corner. For primary education, de Burght is a couple of streets away, and Vinse School for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The GP practice A'dam Doctors and BENU Apotheek are both within a ten-minute walk. Tram stop Nieuwezijds Kolk is just around the corner, with lines 2, 4, 14, 17, and 24. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €584,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 24% above this value. According to the municipality, the value has developed over the past five years, but this data is not available here. As for address risks, these are area-level indications: road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building predates 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Amster Vastgoed.
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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 Spuistraat 40B, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €725,000, while the WOZ value is €584,000 as of 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is 24% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the difference is a fact to consider, not a judgement.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 80 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration states 77 m². There is a roof terrace, and the property is an upper-floor apartment (bovenwoning).
What is the WOZ value and its reference date?
The WOZ value is €584,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This is the official municipal valuation used for property taxes. The asking price is 24% above this value, which is a precomputed comparison. No further conclusions are drawn here.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not a measurement of this specific home.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram stop Nieuwezijds Kolk is about 147 metres away, with lines 2, 4, 14, 17, and 24. The Dam stop is 224 metres away, serving trams and night buses. Amsterdam Centraal train station is approximately 629 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Spuistraat-Noord is a small neighbourhood with about 870 residents, many living alone. Across the municipality, residents rate their area 7.35 out of 10. One resident mentions the quiet and green surroundings, while another notes the social mix. The neighbourhood has a high address density, typical of the city centre.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, there are several. An AH to go is about 182 metres away, another AH to go at 283 metres, a SPAR at 401 metres, a Dirk at 412 metres, and an Albert Heijn at 416 metres. All are within a short walk, making daily groceries convenient.
What schools are near this apartment?
Primary school de Burght is about 208 metres away, and Vinse School for secondary education is 541 metres away. Other options include St. Antoniusschool and Theo Thijssenschool, both within a kilometre. These are the nearest schools according to the data.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1620, and the entire postcode area is a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties built before 1970. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the energy label. This field is missing from the agent's publication.
