Kastelenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis 2013-built apartment on Westhove sits in the Kastelenbuurt, a leafy residential area where the streets are named after castles. With 55 m² of living space and an A energy label, it's an efficient home that keeps running costs low. The asking price of €435,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but the home is newer and more efficient than most. For context, apartments in Amstelveen vary widely in price and size.
The Kastelenbuurt is a quiet, green part of Amstelveen with a strong family feel. Around 675 households have children, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The area is well maintained, with parks and playgrounds within walking distance. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a low crime rate of 64 total offences, which suggests a safe environment. The neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt is popular with families and professionals alike.
For your morning bread run, Albert Heijn and Vomar are both just around the corner. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Karel Eykmanschool and Katholieke basisschool De Triangel. The municipality Amstelveen offers good amenities, with a restaurant and library both about a kilometre away. The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so you'll rely on the bus or car for longer journeys.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including In the City and Pararius. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you can get a clear picture from the listing.
Details of this home
Westhove 120, Amstelveen
Data from Kastelenbuurt
Data from Kastelenbuurt
31 within 5 km
39 within 5 km
About Westhove 120, Amstelveen
The asking price of €435,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €380,000 and the median of €380,000. However, this apartment is built in 2013 with an A energy label, while many homes in the area are older. The price per square metre works out at about €7,909, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €6,909. So it's on the high side, but you're paying for a modern, efficient home.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low energy costs. In the Kastelenbuurt, 50% of homes have label A and 50% have label A+, so this apartment is in line with the best in the neighbourhood.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Vomar, both about 896 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There's also an Aldi at 1.4 km and a Hoogvliet at 1.8 km. So daily shopping is easy on foot or by bike.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. Karel Eykmanschool is 530 metres away, Katholieke basisschool De Triangel is 787 metres, and De Brug is 906 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 3.5 km away, so you may need to cycle or drive.
Kastelenbuurt is a quiet, family-oriented area with many children and a low crime rate. The streets are named after castles, and there are parks and playgrounds nearby. It's not a very urban area, the address density is 1,508 per km², so it feels spacious and green.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need to take a bus or drive to reach it. The area is better suited for those who rely on a car or bike for longer trips.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt
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