Aalsmeerwegbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Westlandgracht sits in a quiet, leafy pocket of Amsterdam, with the Vondelpark and the lively Hoofddorppleinbuurt just a short walk away. At 108 m² it is unusually spacious for the area, and the 1933 bones give it high ceilings and a sense of solidity. The asking price of €865,000 is 34% above the neighbourhood average of €645,216, but that reflects the size: the average apartment here is 63 m², so you are paying for 71% more space. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, and this one is on the high side for the street.
The Aalsmeerwegbuurt-West neighbourhood is a calm residential area within the bustling Hoofddorppleinbuurt district. It is densely built with pre-war architecture, and almost all homes are apartments. The population is young, over half are between 25 and 45, and many live alone (795 single-person households). There are few children, so the streets are quiet. The neighbourhood has a very strong urban feel (address density 6,865 addresses per km²), yet it is green: a park or public garden is just a five-minute walk away. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the area is known for its mix of quiet and convenience.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Lidl and Dirk are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Brede school Fiep Westendorp and Kindcentrum De Leertuin. A secondary school, Tobiasschool VMBO, is on your doorstep. The neighbourhood also has a GP practice and a restaurant within a five-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all the usual city amenities, from libraries to parks.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Van Baerle Makelaars.
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Westlandgracht 195-3, Amsterdam
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About Westlandgracht 195-3, Amsterdam
The asking price is 34% above the neighbourhood average of €645,216, but this apartment is also 71% larger than the average (108 m² vs 63 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €8,009, which is below the neighbourhood average of €10,508 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting more space for your money compared to other homes in the area.
The energy label is C. That is a middling score, the home is not particularly efficient, but it is not a draughty pre-war building either. Most homes in the neighbourhood (60.6%) also have label C, so it is typical for the area. You can expect reasonable heating costs, but not the lowest bills.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. Amsterdam's tram and bus network is extensive, so you can also reach the station by public transport.
Aalsmeerwegbuurt-West is popular with young professionals, over half the residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. It is quiet but well-connected, with shops, restaurants and parks within walking distance. The Vondelpark is a ten-minute walk away, and the city centre is easily reachable by bike or tram.
The listing does not state the number of rooms. With 108 m², it is a spacious apartment, but the exact layout is not provided. You would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for details.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace.
There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Brede school Fiep Westendorp (497 m) and Kindcentrum De Leertuin (548 m). A secondary school, Tobiasschool VMBO, is just 104 m away. The area has a good selection of schools for different ages.
The neighbourhood recorded 142 total crimes in the latest data. That is a moderate number for a dense urban area. The streets are generally quiet, and the area is well-lit and popular with families and professionals.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Aalsmeerwegbuurt-West