A calm corner of Amsterdam
Van Boshuizenstraat 17 is an apartment in Buitenveldert-Zuidoost, a quiet part of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with trees and the pace feels a little slower. The home was built in 1962 and carries an energy label D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With a living area of 67 square metres, this is a compact home. The asking price of €495,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €938,000, a difference of 47 percent. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,990, while this home comes in at €7,388 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
The home itself
The listing does not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. What is known is that the apartment was built in 1962 and has an energy label D. The living area is 67 square metres according to the BAG registration. The agent does not specify any additional features such as a garden, balcony, or garage. This is a straightforward apartment where the essentials are clear, but the finer details are left to your own visit.
Life in Buitenveldert-Zuidoost
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy," mentioning "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another says: "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 quiet and the greenery, noting that "the neighbourhood is easily accessible by metro 54 and amenities are within walking distance in shopping centre de Poort," though they also mention that hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue. The neighbourhood has around 4,055 residents, and about 60 percent of households are single-person households. If you are curious about the Buitenveldert-Zuidoost neighbourhood, these reviews give a sense of what living here feels like.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the AH XL is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Basisschool Rosj Pina is on your doorstep, and the Buitenveldertse Montessorischool is a couple of streets away. Secondary education is also close by, with Joodse SGM Maimonides just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Kastelenbuurt, a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek de Buitenveldert is also a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 62 stops at Nieuw Herlaer on your doorstep, and the Amsterdam RAI train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city, and the municipality of Amsterdam has more to explore. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that the foundation risk is medium, based on the fact that the home was built in 1962 on peat soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard, and from air traffic it is 54 dB Lden, also above the standard. Rail noise is 41 dB Lden, which is within the norm. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is medium, as is the current flood risk and the flood risk in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are all area-level indications.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via Van Baerle Makelaars (Certified Expat Broker).
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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 Van Boshuizenstraat 17, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €495,000 is 47 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €938,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,990, while this home is listed at €7,388 per square metre, which is 18 percent lower. This makes the price keen compared with the local market, but the home is also smaller than the average, with 67 square metres versus the neighbourhood average of 104 square metres.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 67 square metres according to the BAG registration. The listing does not provide any additional details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms. The home was built in 1962 and has an energy label D.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The asking price of €495,000 is the only price information available for this home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. This is based on the home being built in 1962 on peat soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo, which is about 440 metres away, so just around the corner. An AH XL is about 970 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are also an Ekoplaza at 1.3 kilometres and a Dirk at 1.6 kilometres. In total, there are 110 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool Rosj Pina, a primary school, is about 123 metres away, so on your doorstep. Joodse SGM Maimonides, a secondary school, is about 193 metres away, also just around the corner. The Buitenveldertse Montessorischool is about 704 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are 145 schools within five kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Nieuw Herlaer, about 133 metres away, served by bus line 62. Another stop, Van Heenvlietlaan, is about 409 metres away, also on line 62. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, about 1.3 kilometres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you both bus and train options for getting around Amsterdam and beyond.
What do residents say about 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 says the area is "extremely nice and cozy" with "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes it as "calm, safe and green" and notes it is "still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third mentions the quiet and green surroundings, though they also point out that hygiene around waste containers is a recurring issue.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label is based on the home's characteristics, but the listing does not provide details on insulation or heating installations. The home was built in 1962, which may influence its energy performance, but no specific features are stated in the listing.
