A classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This two-storey apartment on Van Rappardstraat 11-3 sits in the Buyskade e.o. neighbourhood, part of the Staatsliedenbuurt district in Amsterdam. Built in 1916, it is a classic piece of the city's housing stock, with a living area of 68 square metres according to the BAG registration and 69 square metres according to the agent. The asking price of €585,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €776,789, which puts it 25% below that figure. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,468, while this home comes in at €8,478 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out on price.
The home itself
The apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the third living floor and comes with a balcony. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, in the centre, with a free view. The home is fully owned, so there is no leasehold to worry about. According to the agent, the insulation consists of HR glazing and floor insulation, though there is no cavity wall. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The homeowners' association fee is €298 per month.
Life in Buyskade e.o.
Residents of the Staatsliedenbuurt district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 6.36, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a "nice old working-class neighbourhood near the centre", noting the diverse mix of people and the proximity of Westerpark. Another says it is a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in", with beautiful Amsterdam buildings from around 1910 and good social cohesion. A third review is less positive, mentioning noise and social tensions. The district has a high proportion of single-person households, at 56%, and many residents are between 25 and 45 years old. This is a lively, mixed part of the city, as the reviews suggest. For more on the area, see the Buyskade e.o. neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, just around the corner, with a Dirk and another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool De Bron is a five-minute walk, and Het Cartesius Lyceum for secondary education is similarly close. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, a ten-minute walk, while the Service Apotheek Staatslieden pharmacy is on your doorstep. Public transport is well served: the Kostverlorenstraat bus stop is just around the corner with lines 21 and N88, and the Frederik Hendrikplnts tram stop is a couple of streets away with lines 12, 18, 21, N82 and N88. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 2 kilometres away. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam, a city known for its connectivity.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €372,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 57% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 37%, from €272,000 in 2020 to €372,000 in 2025. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ameo makelaars and Funda.
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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 Rappardstraat 11-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €585,000 is 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €776,789. The price per square metre is €8,478, which is 10% below the neighbourhood average of €9,468 per square metre. This makes the price keen compared with other homes currently for sale in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the third living floor and includes a balcony. The living area is 68 square metres according to the BAG registration and 69 square metres according to the agent. The volume is 223 cubic metres.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €372,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 57% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 37%, from €272,000 in 2020 to €372,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level data, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Noise from rail traffic is 36 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and noise from air traffic is 45 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are indications at area level, not measurements at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1916. The area is a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication and not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 425 metres, which is just around the corner. A Dirk is at 570 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 717 metres. There are also Albert Heijn stores at 753 and 835 metres. In total, there are 149 supermarkets within 5 kilometres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Basisschool De Bron is at 456 metres, a five-minute walk. Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is at 502 metres, and Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer is at 554 metres. For secondary education, Het Cartesius Lyceum is at 445 metres and Marcanti College is at 495 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Kostverlorenstraat at 148 metres, with lines 21 and N88. The Van Beuningenplein stop is at 314 metres with the same lines. The Frederik Hendrikplnts tram stop is at 315 metres, serving lines 12, 18, 21, N82 and N88. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 2 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Staatsliedenbuurt district, which includes this neighbourhood, give an average score of 6.36 based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a "nice old working-class neighbourhood near the centre" with a diverse mix of people. Another calls it a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in" with beautiful buildings from around 1910. A third review is less positive, mentioning noise and social tensions.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the home's energy performance, with higher labels being more efficient. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has HR glazing and floor insulation, though there is no cavity wall.
