Startbaan 264
Startbaanbuurt, Amstelveen
AreaA brand-new apartment in Amstelveen
This 2024-built apartment on Startbaan is as efficient as they come, with an A+++ energy label and a compact 75 m² floor plan. The price of €625,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €594,000, but the new build status and top energy rating justify a premium. For context, apartments in Amstelveen sell for an average of €5,797 per m², so this one sits slightly above that.
The Startbaanbuurt neighbourhood
Startbaanbuurt is a quiet, green pocket of Amstelveen with a mix of ages, a third of residents are 65 or older, and a quarter are between 25 and 45. The area feels suburban, with parks and open spaces just a couple of streets away. One resident describes it as "Mediocre neighbourhood, mediocre district, mediocre facilities", a single review that gives a 4.88 out of 5, so take it with a pinch of salt. Overall, the Startbaanbuurt neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 2,335 per km²) but plenty of greenery nearby.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Coop and PLUS a five-minute walk away. Schools are well within reach: two secondary schools, Amstelveen College and Hermann Wesselink College, are a five-minute walk, and primary schools like OBS de Pioniers are a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by restaurants and a library, all within walking distance. The municipality of Amstelveen manages the local amenities and green spaces.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij & Co.
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About Startbaan 264, Amstelveen
Is €625,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €625,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €594,000 and the median of €637,500. However, this is a brand-new apartment (2024) with an A+++ energy label, which typically commands a premium. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,797, and this home works out to about €8,333 per m², higher than average, but for a new build with minimal energy costs, it's in line with what similar new apartments fetch.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. The building is from 2024, so it meets the latest insulation and ventilation standards. You can expect minimal energy bills compared to older homes.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 7.5 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a bike, car, or bus to reach it.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Startbaanbuurt is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mix of ages. About a third of residents are 65 or older, and a quarter are between 25 and 45. The area has a strong urban feel (address density 2,335 per km²) but plenty of parks and open spaces nearby. One resident gave it a 4.88 out of 5, describing it as 'mediocre', but that's just one opinion.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
Currently, 12 homes are for sale in Startbaanbuurt, with prices ranging from €280,000 to €995,000. The average price is €594,000, and the median is €637,500. Homes sell relatively quickly, with an average time on the market of 47 days.
What schools are nearby?
Two secondary schools are within a five-minute walk: Amstelveen College (1,690 pupils) and Hermann Wesselink College (1,856 pupils). Primary schools like OBS de Pioniers and De Cirkel are about a ten-minute walk away. The area has 48 schools within 5 km, so there's plenty of choice.
What supermarkets are close by?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (477 m), and Coop and PLUS are about a five-minute walk away (772 m). There's also an Ekoplaza within a 10-minute walk. For daily shopping, you're well covered.
Is the apartment suitable for a family?
At 75 m², the apartment is compact. The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 120 with children and 170 without. The area is quiet and green, with parks nearby, so it could work for a small family, but the floor area is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 108 m², so space may be tight.
