Waalstraat 35-2
Scheldebuurt-Oost · 1078 BR Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment with a village feel
This apartment on the Waalstraat sits in the Scheldebuurt-Oost neighbourhood, a corner of Amsterdam where residents describe life as a cosy little village in the middle of the city. The last known asking price of €875,000 was 15% above the average asking price of €763,765 in the neighbourhood, so it sat on the high side of the local market. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, and this home reflected the premium often attached to pre-war character. This home has not been online since 20 October 2026.
The home itself
Built in 1931, this apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent listed the living area at 108 m², while the BAG registration records 97 m². According to the agent, the home had double glazing, a central heating boiler, and a balcony as well as a roof terrace. There was a garden, and the property was part of a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €338. The ground lease has been bought off until 28 February 2055, and the home is described as being on a quiet road in a residential area with a free view. The energy label is C.
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 says: "It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another." Another mentions: "Feels like a village in the city. Close to various schools, Beatrixpark and the centre." The same resident notes the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat as a downside. The neighbourhood has around 2,430 inhabitants, and about half of households are single-person households. The Scheldebuurt-Oost neighbourhood is one of the older parts of Amsterdam, with all homes built before 1945.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well served here. The Albert Heijn on the Maasstraat is just around the corner, with a Coop and a Vomar a couple of streets away. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is a five-minute walk, and the Berlage Lyceum is just around the corner. The BENU Apotheek Maas is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP practice is Huisartsen Van Baerle. Tram line 12 stops at Waalstraat on your doorstep, and the Victorieplein stop offers lines 4, 12, 23, 62, 245 and N84. Amsterdam RAI station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the amenities of a major city within easy reach. The address risk data, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home, shows road traffic noise at 57 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via Ameo makelaars through two channels, including Funda. The listing had been available since 20 August 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 Waalstraat 35-2, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €875,000 was 15% above the average asking price of €763,765 in Scheldebuurt-Oost. The median asking price in the neighbourhood was €695,000, and prices range from €425,000 to €1,525,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €8,004, while this home was listed at €8,102 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area was listed at 108 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 97 m². The home also has a balcony and a roof terrace, and there is a garden. The volume of the property is 457 m³.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. The agent stated that the home had double glazing, which helped with insulation.
What is the ground lease situation?
The ground lease is municipal leasehold, and it has been bought off until 28 February 2055. This meant the ground lease was paid in full for that period, so there were no annual ground rent charges to budget for until that date. After 2055, the situation would need to be reviewed, but that is more than 25 years away.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly contribution to the homeowners' association was €338. This covers the shared costs of the building, including maintenance of common areas.
What is the noise situation around this address?
The address risk data shows road traffic noise at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in this case in 1931, and the area is a KCAF attention area where 100% of properties in the postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What are the climate risks for this address?
The climate risk data shows that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk from surrounding waters is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not specific to this property.
What shops and schools are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance, including Albert Heijn at 347 metres and 394 metres, a Coop at 418 metres, and a Vomar at 529 metres. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is 241 metres away, and the Berlage Lyceum secondary school is 323 metres away. The BENU Apotheek Maas is 320 metres from the home.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram line 12 stops at Waalstraat, just 65 metres from the home. The Maasstraat stop with line 12 is 352 metres away, and Victorieplein offers lines 4, 12, 23, 62, 245 and N84 at 376 metres. Amsterdam RAI train station is 1.2 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the Scheldebuurt district give their living environment an average score of 8.29, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "cosy little village" where most people know each other. Another mentions the quiet streets, the nearby Beatrixpark, and the shopping streets within walking distance, while noting that traffic on the Scheldestraat can be dangerous.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did state property details, including the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, floor area, energy label and year of construction. If you were looking for the WOZ value, it was not included in the available data for this home.
