Van der Hoopstraat 96-3
Fannius Scholtenbuurt · 1051 VL Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment in the Fannius Scholtenbuurt
This 57 m² apartment on Van der Hoopstraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam West. The building dates from 1904 and has energy label B, so it's reasonably efficient. At €450,000, the asking price matched the neighbourhood median exactly, which suggested it was in line with the market. For context, the average price per m² in the area was €9,700, and this home worked out at about €7,895 per m², a bit below that average. You can compare with other apartments in Amsterdam to see how it stacks up. This home has not been online since 15 July 2026.
Fannius Scholtenbuurt: a diverse, central neighbourhood
The Fannius Scholtenbuurt is a mixed area with a real city feel. It's densely populated, over 9,000 addresses per km², and home to a wide range of people. One resident describes it as a "nice old working-class neighbourhood near the centre," noting the mix of owner-occupied and social housing. Another says it's a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in," with quiet streets and beautiful early-20th-century buildings. The Westerpark is just around the corner, which is a big plus. There are also some less positive views: one review mentions tensions between different groups, but overall the neighbourhood scores a 6.36 out of 10 from five reviews. This is the neighbourhood Fannius Scholtenbuurt, a place with character.
Daily life on Van der Hoopstraat
For your morning bread, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's a Jumbo a couple of streets away. If you prefer organic, Ekoplaza is a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Bron is just around the corner. Secondary school Het Cartesius Lyceum is about a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by restaurants, there's one on your doorstep, and a library is a couple of streets away. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the city's amenities, from parks to cultural spots.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Ameo 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.
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About Van der Hoopstraat 96-3, Amsterdam
Was €450,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €450,000 was exactly the median price for apartments in the Fannius Scholtenbuurt. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €9,700, while this home worked out at about €7,895 per m², below that average. Given the 57 m² size and energy label B, the price seemed in line with the market.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Fannius Scholtenbuurt is a diverse, densely populated area with a mix of owner-occupied and social housing. Residents appreciate the quiet streets, beautiful early-20th-century buildings, and proximity to Westerpark. Some note tensions between different groups, but overall it scores 6.36 out of 10 from five reviews.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away. That's about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride. The area is well connected by other public transport, though one resident mentioned that tram line 3 was cancelled.
What shops and schools are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner (282 m), and a Jumbo is about 750 m away. For schools, Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is 167 m away, and Basisschool De Bron is 303 m. Secondary school Het Cartesius Lyceum is 791 m away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. In the neighbourhood, about 23% of homes have label B, and 19% have label A or better.
How many apartments were for sale in the neighbourhood?
There were at the time 28 apartments for sale in the Fannius Scholtenbuurt, with prices ranging from €365,000 to €875,000. The average price was €513,393, and the median was €450,000, the same as this listing.
