Van Ostadestraat 169-2
Van der Helstpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA 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.
Source
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.
