A calm corner of Geuzenveld
This apartment sits in the Bakemabuurt, a quiet pocket of Geuzenveld in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. The area feels residential and green, with wide streets and a relaxed pace. Built in 2004, the home is part of a modern development that has matured nicely. With a price of €539,000, the asking price sits 3% above the municipal valuation, which puts it on the high side compared with the average of €509,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one is in line with the local market's upper range.
Inside the apartment
The agent describes this as a four-room apartment with three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 105 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 104 m². The home has double glazing (HR+ or HR++) and a central heating boiler. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable. The total volume is 347 m³, giving the rooms a generous feel.
Life in the Bakemabuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes the wider area as "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," though they also mention that rubbish around the containers is a recurring issue. Another resident notes that the district is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The neighbourhood itself is home to around 3,100 people, with a mix of ages and household types. It is a young area, with 36% of residents between 25 and 45. For a sense of what the Bakemabuurt neighbourhood feels like, these reviews give a flavour, though they reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific street.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Vomar just around the corner and Lidl a couple of streets away. The Oecumenische basisschool Timotheusschool is a five-minute walk, and the Pieter Jelles Troelstraschool is also close by. The BENU Geuzenveld Apotheek is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is Sanitas Gezondheidscentrum, a short drive away. Tram line 13 stops at Lambertus Zijlplein, right outside, and the N82 night bus is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 2.6 km from the home, offering connections across the city. The municipality of Amsterdam is well served by public transport, and this location is no exception.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €523,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this valuation. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 43%, from €367,000 to €523,000. As for the address, the area-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 53 dB, and aircraft noise is also above the norm at 50 dB, while railway noise stays below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is also medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via LDB Makelaardij.
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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 Willem Baerdesenstraat 4, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €539,000, which is 3% above the WOZ value of €523,000 (reference date 1 January 2025). The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 43%, from €367,000 in 2020 to €523,000 in 2025. This gives some context for the price, though the market determines what buyers are willing to pay.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a four-room apartment with three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 105 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 104 m². The home has double glazing (HR+ or HR++) and a central heating boiler. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient, so you can expect moderate heating costs. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing (HR+ or HR++) and a central heating boiler. No specific energy cost figures are provided in the listing, but a B label generally indicates a well-performing home in terms of energy use.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data from KCAF. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data also notes that 50% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, but this home was built in 2004, so it is relatively new.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 50 dB Lden, also above the norm. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden, which stays below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home. The actual noise experience can vary depending on the exact position of the rooms.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 116 metres away. Vomar is just around the corner at 241 metres, and Lidl is a couple of streets away at 671 metres. For a wider choice, Dekamarkt is about 1 km away and Jumbo is 1.3 km. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient, with several options within walking distance.
What schools are close to this home?
The Oecumenische basisschool Timotheusschool is a five-minute walk away, at 208 metres. The Pieter Jelles Troelstraschool is also close, at 362 metres. Both are primary schools. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 1.4 km away. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance, including Goeman Borgesiusschool and De Dadelpalm.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram line 13 stops at Lambertus Zijlplein, right outside the door at 20 metres. The N82 night bus stops at Burgemeester Röellstraat, 224 metres away. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is about 2.6 km from the home, offering connections across the city. This makes the home well connected for both daily commutes and getting around Amsterdam.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Bakemabuurt is a residential area in Geuzenveld, Amsterdam Nieuw-West. It has around 3,100 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35. One resident describes the wider area as quiet and green, though they mention that rubbish around containers can be an issue. The neighbourhood has a young feel, with 36% of residents between 25 and 45.
What is the average price for homes in this neighbourhood?
Currently, there are 6 homes for sale in the Bakemabuurt, with an average asking price of €509,000 and a median price of €427,000. The prices range from €400,000 to €925,000. The average price per square metre is €4,995. This home, at €539,000, is above the average, which reflects its size and condition. In the past period, 24 homes were sold at an average price of €410,208.
