Molenwijk, Amsterdam
This apartment sits on the eighth floor of a 1968 building on Torenmolen, a quiet road in the Molenwijk neighbourhood of Amsterdam. The home has an open layout and a free view, and it feels a world away from the bustle of the city. With an asking price of €315,000, it comes in 15% below the average asking price of €369,000 for apartments in Amsterdam, which puts it on the sharp side of the market.
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 79 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 77 m². There is a balcony, a souterrain garage, and the property is on the eighth floor. The home is heated by a central heating boiler and is owned under a municipal ground lease that has been paid off until 15 July 2060. The energy label is D, so expect moderate energy costs.
Molenwijk is a post-war neighbourhood with a mix of low-rise and high-rise buildings, and it has a calm, residential feel. The area is home to about 3,000 people, and the housing stock is entirely made up of apartments. Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident says: "Quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." Another notes: "IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery." A third resident mentions that the neighbourhood has good connections by tram, bus and ferry, but also points out a drawback: "structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood. For more on the area, see the Molenwijk neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Bonkelaar is a five-minute walk, and Montessori Kindcentrum Oostzanerwerf is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oostzaan, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Molenwijk is on your doorstep. For public transport, bus stop Petmolen is just around the corner, served by lines 36 and 39, and Amsterdam Centraal station is a short bus ride away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers a wide range of amenities and services, as you'd expect from the capital.
The WOZ value for this home is €292,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €220,000 to €292,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, and from air traffic 47 dB Lden, both below the legal norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the peat soil and the fact that the building dates from 1968. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the flood risk for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Fransen & Kroes Makelaars.
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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.
About Torenmolen 60, Amsterdam
The asking price is €315,000, while the WOZ value is €292,000 (reference date 1 January 2025). This means the asking price is 8% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the market value, and it has risen by 33% over the past five years, from €220,000 in 2020 to €292,000 in 2025.
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 79 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration states 77 m². There is a balcony and a souterrain garage. The property is on the eighth floor of the building.
The energy label is D. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, and with label D you can expect moderate energy costs. The home is heated by a central heating boiler. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the building.
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the peat soil and the fact that the building dates from 1968. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is not an inspection of this specific home.
The noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, and from air traffic 47 dB Lden, both measured in 2022 and not above the legal norm. These are area-level indications. One resident of the municipality mentioned low-frequency noise from shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, but that is not reflected in the official noise data for this address.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 418 metres away, which is just around the corner. Lidl is also close, at 444 metres. Dekamarkt is a bit further, at 688 metres. There are 51 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. De Bonkelaar is 242 metres away, Montessori Kindcentrum Oostzanerwerf is 285 metres, and Daltonschool De Poolster is 582 metres. For secondary education, Kolom praktijkcollege Noord is 642 metres away.
The nearest bus stop is Petmolen, about 234 metres away, served by lines 36 and 39. There is also a stop at Molenaarsweg, 263 metres away, with lines 36, 39 and 245. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 4.5 kilometres away, so you can reach the city centre easily.
Molenwijk is a residential area with about 3,000 inhabitants. The housing stock consists entirely of apartments, and 15% are owner-occupied. Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam rate their living environment with an average of 7.35. One resident describes it as "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people."
The flood risk for this address is low, both for the current situation and for 2050. The risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is also low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of the property itself.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €369,000 | €350,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,305 | – |
How residents experience their district
I experience the neighbourhood as a really fun, safe and familiar place with plenty to do. I grew up here and have lived here for 18 years, so it truly feels like home. The neighbourhood is easily accessible: within about twenty minutes you can be in the city centre by ferry, and by bike, metro and bus everything is easy to reach. In addition, the area is clean, quiet and well-maintained, with good schools and all daily amenities nearby. For me, it's an ideal place to live and to start a family. It's different from other neighbourhoods, and that's exactly what makes this place so special.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €442,056 | €423,333 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,885 | – |
| Rent price | €3,100 p/m | €3,100 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,307 | €692,582 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,885 | – |
| Rent price | €2,790 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Torenmolen 60, Amsterdam
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