A high-rise home in a green pocket of Amsterdam
This fourth-floor apartment sits in Buitenveldert-Zuidoost, a calm, leafy corner of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with mature trees. The home is part of a 1969 complex, and at 650,000 euros it is priced keenly compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The asking price sits 29% below the neighbourhood average of 921,959 euros, which makes it an interesting entry point into this part of the city. For context, the median asking price here is also 650,000 euros, so this home is right in line with what most buyers are paying. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its price relative to the local market.
A bright, single-level layout with city views
This apartment spans one floor and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 118 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 109 square metres. The home sits on the 11th floor, which gives it a sense of height and light. It has double glazing and is heated by district heating, and the ownership is municipal leasehold with the ground rent permanently bought off. The property is offered for sale via multiple channels, and the agent lists it as being in a residential setting.
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, with lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another says the neighbourhood is calm, safe and green, and has changed a lot in recent years, now offering more options for entertainment and horeca, and hosting younger residents and families. A third resident mentions the many trees that provide cooling and relaxation, and notes that the area is well reachable by metro 54, with amenities within walking distance at shopping centre de Poort. The same resident also points out that hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue. The neighbourhood has around 4,055 inhabitants, and 60% of households are single-person households. For a closer look at what this area has to offer, see the Buitenveldert-Zuidoost neighbourhood.
Daily errands and getting around
For groceries, the Jumbo is just around the corner, and the AH XL is a couple of streets away. The Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk. For primary education, the Buitenveldertse Montessorischool is on your doorstep, and the Stichting Joodse Kindergemeenschap Cheider is. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Kastelenbuurt, and the BENU Apotheek de Buitenveldert is. For public transport, bus stops Gijsbrecht v Aemstelpark and Kastelenstraat are both just around the corner, with lines 463 and 62, 463 respectively. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, a ten-minute walk away. All of this is within the municipality of Amsterdam, where the city's broader amenities are easily accessible.
WOZ value and address-level data
The WOZ value of this home is 636,000 euros, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 53%, from 415,000 euros to 636,000 euros. As for address-level risk indications, the noise load from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 52 dB Lden, both also above their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from 1969 and sits on peat soil. The pluvial flooding risk is low, while the flood risk is medium for both the current situation and 2050, and heat stress is also medium for both periods. These are all area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including KRK Makelaars. The listing has been active since 28 August 2026.
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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 Leijenberghlaan 171, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of 650,000 euros is 2% above the WOZ value of 636,000 euros, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 53%, from 415,000 euros in 2020 to 636,000 euros in 2025. This gives you a sense of how the property has appreciated in the eyes of the municipality.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 118 square metres, while the BAG registration records 109 square metres. The home is on the 11th floor of the building. It has double glazing and is heated by district heating. The ownership is municipal leasehold with the ground rent permanently bought off.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation, but the label itself does not tell you about the overall condition of the building. It is a fact about the property's energy performance, not a judgement on its quality.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1969 and sits on peat soil, which can be a factor in foundation issues. The KCAF attention area shows that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is information to be aware of, but it does not mean there is a confirmed problem.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level noise data shows that road traffic noise is 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and aircraft noise is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard. These figures are based on 2022 and 2023 data and are area-level indications. They give you an idea of the acoustic environment, but they do not reflect the soundproofing of this particular home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The Jumbo is just around the corner at 279 metres, and the AH XL is a couple of streets away at 392 metres. The Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk at 633 metres. For a wider selection, there are 117 supermarkets within a 5-kilometre radius, so you will have plenty of options for your weekly shopping.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, the Buitenveldertse Montessorischool is on your doorstep at 173 metres, and the Stichting Joodse Kindergemeenschap Cheider is at 95 metres. For secondary education, the Stichting Joodse Kindergemeenschap Cheider MAVO HAVO VWO is at 73 metres, and the Joodse SGM Maimonides is at 523 metres. There are also 149 schools within a 5-kilometre radius, so there is a good range of options.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stops are Gijsbrecht v Aemstelpark and Kastelenstraat, both just around the corner at 116 and 125 metres respectively. Bus line 463 stops at both, and line 62 also stops at Kastelenstraat. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, which is a ten-minute walk away at 1,276 metres. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
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, with lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another says it is calm, safe and green, and has changed a lot in recent years, now offering more options for entertainment and horeca. A third resident mentions the many trees that provide cooling and relaxation, but also notes that hygiene around the waste containers is a recurring issue.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is 5,508 euros, based on the agent's listed living area of 118 square metres. The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre is 8,956 euros, which means this home is priced 38% below that average. This is a significant difference, and it is reflected in the overall asking price being 29% below the neighbourhood average of 921,959 euros.
