Van Woustraat 50B
Sarphatiparkbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam apartment on a lively street
This apartment sits on the Van Woustraat in the Sarphatiparkbuurt, right in the middle of the Oude Pijp. It is a busy, urban setting with the Albert Cuypstraat market just around the corner. The asking price of €585,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €792,528, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price depending on size and condition.
Inside the home
Built in 1885, this apartment is spread over two floors on the second storey. The agent lists three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 63 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 67 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it comes with a balcony. It is freehold property, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider. The agent notes the home is on a busy road, which is worth knowing given the setting.
Life in the Sarphatiparkbuurt
The Sarphatiparkbuurt is a dense, lively part of Amsterdam, with over 11,000 addresses per square kilometre making it very strongly urban. Residents of the Oude Pijp district give it an average score of 6.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood for fifty years." Another describes it as "busy neighbourhood with many tourists", adding that it is getting busier and that houses are in poor condition with damp and mould. The mix of opinions reflects a neighbourhood that is loved for its convenience but feels the pressure of tourism. For more on the area, see the Sarphatiparkbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, the 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm is a five-minute walk, and the IVKO secondary school is a similar distance. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering, is a ten-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek de Pijp is just around the corner. Tram line 4 stops at Albert Cuypstraat on your doorstep, and the Van Woustraat stop offers lines 4, 25 and N84. Amsterdam Amstel station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all the usual city services and infrastructure.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €575,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 2% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 26%, from €455,000 to €575,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but elevated by 2050, again as area-level indications.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rappange Makelaardij B.V. and a listing on 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 Woustraat 50B, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €585,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €575,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 26%, from €455,000 to €575,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors on the second storey. The living area is listed as 63 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 67 m². There is a balcony, and the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient properties. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing, which contributes to keeping heat in. No further energy details are provided in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Rail noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building dates from 1885, before 1970, and the KCAF indicates that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The Lidl is just 211 metres away, an Albert Heijn is 286 metres away, and a Jumbo is 337 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is 410 metres away, and a third is 534 metres away. All are within a short walk of the apartment.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm, a primary school, is 381 metres away. The IVKO - Leren van Kunst secondary school is 475 metres away. Basisschool Oscar Carré is 522 metres away, and the ASVO primary school is 538 metres away. The 4e Montessorischool de Pinksterbloem is 559 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
Tram line 4 stops at Albert Cuypstraat, 144 metres away, and at Ceintuurbaan, 174 metres away. The Van Woustraat stop, 175 metres away, offers tram and bus lines 4, 25 and N84. Amsterdam Amstel train station is 1.7 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €585,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €792,528. The median asking price in the area is €595,000, so this apartment is priced below that too. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €11,013, while this home is listed at €9,286 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
What do residents say about the Oude Pijp district?
Residents of the Oude Pijp district give it an average score of 6.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood for fifty years." Another says: "You can easily get out in this neighbourhood." A third describes it as a "busy neighbourhood with many tourists", noting it is getting busier and that houses are in poor condition with damp and mould.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Pluvial flooding, which occurs when heavy rain overwhelms drainage, is rated as medium. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not assessments of this specific property.
Is this a freehold property?
Yes, the agent lists this as freehold ownership, meaning there is no leasehold ground rent to pay. The property is an apartment on the second floor of a building from 1885. The home has a balcony and is situated on a busy road, according to the agent.
