A grand apartment in a village-like corner of Amsterdam
This spacious apartment sits in the Scheldebuurt-Oost neighbourhood, a pocket of Amsterdam that residents describe as a cosy little village within the city. The asking price is €1,450,000, and the average asking price for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €727,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €7,582, while this home is listed at €6,840 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its size and character.
The home itself
Built in 1933, this apartment spans three floors and offers eight rooms, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is 212 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 202 m². The home has a balcony, double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is municipal ground lease, with the perpetual leasehold bought off, so there is no annual ground rent to pay. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €368.92.
Life in Scheldebuurt-Oost
Residents of the wider Scheldebuurt district give their living environment an average score of 8.29, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 19 years, says: "It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another." Another resident mentions the Beatrixpark opposite, the cosy Maasstraat around the corner, and that the street is quiet enough for children to play. The same resident notes the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat as a downside. The neighbourhood has 2,385 inhabitants, and 45% of them are between 25 and 45 years old. For more on the area, see the Scheldebuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. The Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep, and the Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Van Baerle, a ten-minute walk away, and the Rijn Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram and bus stop Waalstraat is just around the corner, with lines 4, 23, 62, 245 and N84. Amsterdam RAI station is a ten-minute walk. For the wider picture, the municipality of Amsterdam offers plenty of options.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records. The address does have public risk data, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including TWM Makelaardij and TWM Makelaardij Amsterdam on Funda.
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About Waalstraat 118-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,450,000 is stated in the listing. For context, the average asking price for homes currently for sale in Scheldebuurt-Oost is €727,000, and the average asking price per square metre is €7,582. This home is listed at €6,840 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. No comparison verdict is provided.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has eight rooms, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is 212 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 202 m². There is a balcony, and the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is municipal ground lease, with the perpetual leasehold bought off.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €368.92. This amount is stated in the listing and covers the costs of the shared parts of the building.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing according to the agent, which helps with insulation.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Scheldebuurt district give their living environment an average score of 8.29, based on three reviews. One resident says it is a cosy little village where most people know each other. Another mentions the Beatrixpark opposite, the cosy Maasstraat around the corner, and that the street is quiet enough for children to play. The busy traffic on the Scheldestraat is mentioned as a downside.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep, and the Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is just around the corner. There are also several other primary schools within walking distance, including IBS Elif Amsterdam.
How is the public transport in this area?
The tram and bus stop Waalstraat is just around the corner, with lines 4, 23, 62, 245 and N84. The Maasstraat stop is a couple of streets away, with lines 4, 23, 245 and N84. Amsterdam RAI train station is a ten-minute walk away.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1933, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties built before 1970. This means the risk is based on the age of the construction, not on a survey of this property.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Public data shows the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at this specific home.
What is the climate risk for this location?
According to public climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, and flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an assessment of this specific property.
