Van Speijkstraat 137-1
Kortenaerkwartier, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam apartment with a keen price
This first-floor apartment sits on Van Speijkstraat in the Kortenaerkwartier, a quiet residential street in Amsterdam West. Built in 1924, it is part of the pre-war housing stock that characterises this corner of the city. The asking price of €575,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €802,000, a difference of 28 percent. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,697, while this home is listed at €8,846 per square metre. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Amsterdam].
The home itself
The apartment spans one floor on the second storey and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 65 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 67 square metres. The property has a balcony and a combined heating system with a central heating boiler. It is held under municipal ground lease, with the perpetual lease already bought off, so there is no annual ground rent to worry about. The homeowners association fee is €100 per month. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable.
Life in the Kortenaerkwartier
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 256 reviews. One resident describes the area as extremely nice and cozy, with lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another, who has lived here for over six years, says it is calm, safe and green, and notes that it has changed a lot in recent years, now offering more options for entertainment and hospitality, and hosting younger residents and families with little kids and dogs. A third resident praises the quiet, green streets and the great trees that provide cooling and relaxation, though they mention that rubbish around the waste containers is a daily eyesore. The neighbourhood has around 2,185 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at the area, see [the Kortenaerkwartier neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close at hand. Albert Heijn and Aldi are both just around the corner, with a second Albert Heijn, Dirk and SPAR a couple of streets away. For primary education, Islamitische basisschool Al Maes and the 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn are on your doorstep, with St. Janschool just around the corner. The nearest GP is Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, a five-minute walk away, and the BENU pharmacy is just around the corner. Tram stop Admiraal de Ruijterweg with lines 13 and 19 is on your doorstep, and bus stop Jan Evertsenstraat with lines 18 and 247 is just around the corner. Amsterdam Lelylaan station is about 2.2 kilometres away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 56 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but elevated by 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Smit & Heinen Makelaars Haarlem and Smit & Heinen Makelaars en Taxateurs on Funda. The listing has been active since 6 October 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Van Speijkstraat 137-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €575,000 is 28 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €802,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,697, while this home is listed at €8,846 per square metre. The price verdict is keen, which means it is priced below the neighbourhood average. There are currently 10 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €500,000 to €1,250,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the second storey. The living area is 65 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 67 square metres. The property includes a balcony and has a volume of 215 cubic metres. It is held under municipal ground lease with the perpetual lease already bought off.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has a central heating boiler. The neighbourhood has a mix of energy labels, with 37.5 percent of homes at label A and 25 percent at label B, according to recent data.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from the KCAF. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and 100 percent of the properties in this postcode area were built before that year. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is given as medium, which means it is neither low nor high.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Albert Heijn and Aldi are both just around the corner, with a second Albert Heijn, Dirk and SPAR a couple of streets away. For primary education, Islamitische basisschool Al Maes and the 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn are on your doorstep. The nearest GP is Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, a five-minute walk away, and the BENU pharmacy is just around the corner. A hospital, Reade, is about a ten-minute walk away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram stop Admiraal de Ruijterweg with lines 13 and 19 is on your doorstep, and bus stop Jan Evertsenstraat with lines 18 and 247 is just around the corner. Another tram stop, Willem de Zwijgerlaan, also with lines 13 and 19, is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 2.2 kilometres away, which is roughly a 25-minute walk or a short cycle.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 256 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 notes it has changed a lot in recent years, now offering more options for entertainment and hospitality. A third resident praises the quiet, green streets and the great trees, though they mention rubbish around the waste containers is a daily eyesore.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 56 dB Lden, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications from public sources, not measurements taken at this specific home. The noise levels are given as they are, without further interpretation.
What is the ownership structure of this property?
The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the perpetual lease already bought off. This means the ground rent has been settled in full and there is no annual lease payment to make. The homeowners association fee is €100 per month. This ownership structure is common for properties in Amsterdam and is stated in the listing.
How does the living area compare with the neighbourhood average?
The living area of 65 square metres according to the agent is 32 percent smaller than the neighbourhood average of 95 square metres. The BAG registration records 67 square metres. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,697, while this home is listed at €8,846 per square metre. The home is priced keenly overall, despite the smaller floor area.
