Van Ostadestraat 169-2
Van der Helstpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA classic Amsterdam upper-floor apartment
This upper-floor apartment on Van Ostadestraat sits in the lively Van der Helstpleinbuurt, part of the Nieuwe Pijp in Amsterdam. The home dates from 1903 and is offered for €525,000. The listing does not state the energy label. With a living area of 56 m² according to the agent, the asking price works out at €9,375 per m², which is sharp compared with the average of €10,282 per m² for apartments in Amsterdam.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is on the second floor and has a balcony. The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler. The home is freehold, with a homeowners' association fee of €90 per month. The living area is 53 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 56 m².
Life in the Van der Helstpleinbuurt
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.47, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Lively, with a tram stop right outside and the North-South line station across the street. Albert Cuyp Market within walking distance." Another notes: "It's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night." The neighbourhood has 3,945 inhabitants, and 62% of households are single-person. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 11,906 per km². For more on the area, see the Van der Helstpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Groceries are just around the corner: Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and Coop. Primary schools are close by, with 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm on your doorstep and 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Service Apotheek de Pijp is just around the corner. Tram stop 2e Van der Helststraat is on your doorstep with lines 25 and N84, and metro station De Pijp is a couple of streets away with lines 12, 25, 52, and N84. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Amstel, about 1.7 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €532,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% below that value. The WOZ value has developed over the past five years, though the exact change is not stated here. According to public address data, the road traffic noise level is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium now, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Dokter 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 Ostadestraat 169-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €525,000, while the WOZ value is €532,000 as of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 1% below the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, but this comparison gives an idea of how the price relates to the official valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, on a single floor. It is an upper-floor apartment on the second floor, with a balcony. The living area is 56 m² per the agent, while the BAG registration states 53 m². The volume is 178 m³.
What is the energy label of this home?
The agent does mention that the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, but the official energy label has not been published. Without the label, it is not possible to say how energy-efficient the home is.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1903. The indication is based on area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. It means there is a medium level of risk that foundation issues could occur, but it is not a certainty.
How noisy is the area around Van Ostadestraat?
Public data shows road traffic noise at 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 35 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their standards. These are area-level indications, so the actual noise inside the home may vary depending on insulation and window placement.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Albert Heijn is at 355 m, Jumbo at 374 m, Coop at 438 m, another Albert Heijn at 462 m, and Dirk at 538 m. That means you have a good choice for daily groceries, all within a few minutes' walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
Several primary schools are nearby: 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm at 123 m, 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster at 218 m, and Basisschool Oscar Carré at 226 m. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam - Van Ostadestraat is at 239 m and Berlage Lyceum at 505 m.
What public transport options are available?
Tram stop 2e Van der Helststraat is at 119 m, with lines 25 and N84. Metro station De Pijp is at 377 m, with lines 12, 25, 52, and N84. Tram stop Van Woustraat is at 403 m, with lines 4, 25, and N84. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Amstel, about 1.7 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.47, based on four reviews. One resident says it is lively, with a tram stop right outside and the North-South line station across the street. Another mentions it is easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night, and notes there is only one bus in the area.
Is there a risk of flooding in this area?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. However, pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium. This is an area-level indication, not a guarantee for this specific property. It means that during very heavy rainfall, there could be some water accumulation in the streets.
Experiences from Van der Helstpleinbuurt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night. There's only 1 bus in the area and that one at 5 in the morning (to Schiphol) is super annoying. Furthermore, it's nicely green with parks and trees in the neighbourhood. There are also many amenities; shops, bakeries, butchers, eateries, really everything. Also, it's very safe, there are occasional burglaries but they are minor and only target shops. Furthermore, no one has been murdered or large drug labs found in years. Just lock your bike properly. The houses are nice and good, but WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Renting here is a nightmare if it's not social housing :/
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €611,710 | €549,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,282 | – |
| Rent price | €3,345 p/m | €2,900 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 p/m | – |
Experiences from Nieuwe Pijp
How residents experience their district
Lively, with a tram stop right outside and the North-South line station across the street. Albert Cuyp Market within walking distance. Supermarkets within walking distance. Lively bars and restaurants directly below the homes on this side.
Auto-translated to English by AISometimes nice, sometimes a lot of poverty, sometimes chaotic, sometimes ok.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night. There's only 1 bus in the area and that one at 5 in the morning (to Schiphol) is super annoying. Furthermore, it's nicely green with parks and trees in the neighbourhood. There are also many amenities; shops, bakeries, butchers, eateries, really everything. Also, it's very safe, there are occasional burglaries but they are minor and only target shops. Furthermore, no one has been murdered or large drug labs found in years. Just lock your bike properly. The houses are nice and good, but WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Renting here is a nightmare if it's not social housing :/
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice, safe neighbourhood, beautiful buildings and it's central.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €623,095 | €568,800 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,939 | – |
| Rent price | €3,490 p/m | €3,166 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €828,220 | €697,247 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,903 | – |
| Rent price | €2,785 p/m | €2,613 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Van Ostadestraat 169-2, Amsterdam
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