Van Gentstraat 53-1
Gibraltarbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA pre-war apartment in Amsterdam's Gibraltarbuurt
This apartment on Van Gentstraat 53-1 sits in the Gibraltarbuurt, a neighbourhood in Amsterdam's Landlust district. The area has a lively, community feel, with residents describing it as quiet yet vibrant, a place where young professionals and families mix. The asking price of €385,000 is 27% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €528,864, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one stands out for its relative affordability.
The home itself
Built in 1936, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms, according to the agent. The living area is listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 46 m². The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home is offered for sale via multiple channels, including Scholten Makelaars.
Life in the Gibraltarbuurt
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.03 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Everything has been renovated. Quiet and safe neighbourhood." Another notes: "This is a neighborhood that has improved a lot in the last 10 years. The buurt is quiet but still quite lively with a perfect combination of young professionals and families." The neighbourhood has about 4,200 inhabitants, with a high proportion of single-person households. It's a place where people really live, as one long-time resident puts it: "People really live here, there are many parks nearby and plenty of amenities!" For more on the area, see the Gibraltarbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Lidl and an Albert Heijn are just around the corner, and there's a primary school, IKC de Boomgaard, on your doorstep. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, a ten-minute walk away, and the BENU Apotheek Landlust is a couple of streets away. For public transport, tram line 19 stops at Wiltzanghlaan, just around the corner, and bus line 21 at Solebaystraat. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive connections. According to public address data, the area has a medium foundation risk indication, as the building dates from before 1970. Noise from road traffic is above the norm at 62 dB Lden, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Scholten Makelaars on Funda.
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About Van Gentstraat 53-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Gibraltarbuurt?
The asking price of €385,000 is 27% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €528,864. The median asking price in the area is €417,500, and prices range from €350,000 to €1,050,000. This places the apartment on the lower end of the market, though the exact comparison depends on the specific features and condition of the home.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms. The living area is listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 46 m². The home was built in 1936 and has an energy label D. No details about the bathroom, kitchen, or outdoor space are provided in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to public address data, road traffic noise is above the norm at 62 dB Lden, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and air traffic noise is 45 dB Lden, also below the norm. These are area-level indications and may vary depending on the exact location of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. A Lidl is about 371 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is about 384 metres away. Another Albert Heijn is at 418 metres, and a Dirk is at 759 metres. These options cover daily grocery shopping needs.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is IKC de Boomgaard, just 110 metres away. Other primary schools within a short distance include De Zijderoute at 279 metres, OBS Multatuli at 285 metres, and Tijl Uilenspiegelschool at 741 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.7 km away.
What public transport options are available?
Tram line 19 stops at Wiltzanghlaan, about 215 metres away, and at Molenwerf, about 373 metres away. Bus line 21 stops at Solebaystraat, about 291 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Sloterdijk, approximately 1.1 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.03 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Everything has been renovated. Quiet and safe neighbourhood." Another notes: "This is a neighborhood that has improved a lot in the last 10 years. The buurt is quiet but still quite lively with a perfect combination of young professionals and families."
What is the climate risk for this area?
According to public climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium, while the risk of flooding from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications.
