A classic Amsterdam apartment
This apartment on Van Alphenstraat 1II sits in the Bellamybuurt-Noord neighbourhood, part of the Bellamybuurt district in Amsterdam. Built in 1905, it is a piece of the city's historic housing stock. The asking price of €525,000 is 25% below the average asking price of €703,077 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the keen side of the market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,956, and this home is listed at €9,906 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its price point.
What the listing tells us
This listing does not state the energy label. As a result, you cannot gauge the home's energy performance from the listing alone. The apartment has a living area of 53 square metres according to the BAG registration. The agent has not provided additional details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor any information about outdoor space or installations. The year of construction, 1905, is a fact of the building's history, but the listing gives no indication of its current condition.
Life in Bellamybuurt-Noord
The Bellamybuurt-Noord neighbourhood is home to around 2,390 people, with a high proportion of single-person households at 56%. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident, who has lived in the area for over six years, notes: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident appreciates the greenery and quiet at night, though they mention that rubbish around the containers is a recurring issue. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. For more on the area, see the Bellamybuurt-Noord neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Daltonschool De Waterkant, is a five-minute walk, and Huygens College for secondary education is about 562 metres away. The GP practice, SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, is a ten-minute walk, while the BENU Apotheek Bilderdijk pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the Bilderdijkstraat tram stop is on your doorstep, serving lines 13 and 19, and De Clercqstraat stop is nearby with lines 12, 13 and 19. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 2.5 kilometres away. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. For climate, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Thoma Post Makelaars.
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About Van Alphenstraat 1II, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €525,000 is 25% below the average asking price of €703,077 for homes currently for sale in the Bellamybuurt-Noord neighbourhood. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,956, while this home is listed at €9,906 per square metre based on the BAG registration. This comparison is based on the neighbourhood's current listings, which include 13 homes for sale.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 53 square metres. This is 25% smaller than the average living area of 71 square metres for homes in the neighbourhood. The agent has not provided a separate floor area figure, so the BAG registration is the only source for the size of this home.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this information. As a result, you cannot assess the home's energy performance from the listing alone. The year of construction is 1905, but no conclusions about the energy efficiency can be drawn from that fact without a label.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures are based on public risk data at the address level and are indications for the area, not a measurement of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1905, and that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, making it a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of this particular home.
What are the climate-related risks for this address?
According to area-level climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, and the current flood risk is also low, as is the projected flood risk for 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not a specific assessment of this home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Dirk, located 221 metres away. Albert Heijn has two branches nearby, at 267 and 268 metres. Vomar is 403 metres away, and SPAR is 424 metres away. These distances mean you can reach a supermarket on foot in a few minutes.
What public transport options are available near Van Alphenstraat?
The Bilderdijkstraat tram stop is 206 metres away, serving lines 13 and 19. De Clercqstraat stop is 236 metres away with lines 12, 13 and 19. The Kinkerstraat stop, at 335 metres, offers lines 1, 12, 13, 17, 19 and N83. Amsterdam Centraal train station is approximately 2.5 kilometres away.
What schools are near this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Daltonschool De Waterkant, 313 metres away. St. Janschool is 435 metres away, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is 495 metres away. For secondary education, Huygens College is 562 metres away. These are all within walking distance.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions the many amenities, parks and bars, while another highlights the calm and green character of the area. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just the Bellamybuurt-Noord neighbourhood specifically.
