A classic Amsterdam apartment with a park view
This apartment on Zaanstraat sits in the Spaarndammerbuurt-Noordwest, a lively part of Amsterdam where the streets have a real community feel. The home is on the second floor of a building from 1918, and the asking price of €650,000 is on the high side compared to the average of €567,500 for the two other apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, that average is based on a small sample, and this home is priced at €8,333 per square metre according to the agent's listing. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its location and character.
Inside the home
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 78 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 75 square metres. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and there is a balcony. The property is subject to ground lease, with the lease expiring on 01-01-2060, and the homeowners' association fee is €337.65 per month. The agent describes the setting as being by a park, in the centre and in a residential area.
Life in Spaarndammerbuurt-Noordwest
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Zeeheldenbuurt, give their area an average score of 8.32, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Super nice, we live together as a family, help each other keep the stairwell clean, weed, renovate, also keep an eye on each other's things, etc." Another mentions: "Very cosy and a neighbourhood with many different cultures that has many nice places to offer. Lots of schools and many nice restaurants and parks. Close to central station but a lot of mess and rarely cleaned." A third review notes "Crack dealers are a nuisance." The neighbourhood has around 1,920 residents, and most households are single people. This is a dense, urban area, with over 4,000 addresses per square kilometre. For more on the area, see the Spaarndammerbuurt-Noordwest neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
The daily essentials are close by. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with an AH to go and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For schools, Het 4e Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and Onze Amsterdamse School is also nearby. The GP practice Medisch Kwartier and the Spaarndammer Apotheek are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops on Zaanstraat and Spaarndammerstraat are just around the corner, with lines 22, 48 and N81. Amsterdam Sloterdijk station is about 2.4 kilometres away. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The address risk data, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home, shows that road traffic noise is 42 dB, railway noise 51 dB and aircraft noise 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. Industrial noise is 54 dB, which is above the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while the current and 2050 flood risk are both low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via three channels, including, HousingNet on Pararius and HOUSINGNET Vastgoedprofessionals on Funda.
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Frequently asked questions
About Zaanstraat 288, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €650,000. According to the agent's listing, that works out to €8,333 per square metre based on a living area of 78 square metres. For comparison, the average asking price for the two other apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €567,500, so this home is priced above that average.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 78 square metres, while the BAG registration records 75 square metres. There is also a balcony, and the home is on the second floor.
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 compared to the least efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not always included in listing information. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address risk data shows that road traffic noise is 42 dB, railway noise 51 dB and aircraft noise 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. Industrial noise is 54 dB, which is above the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this building?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in this case in 1918, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where all properties in the postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
An Albert Heijn is about 429 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. An AH to go is at 575 metres and a Jumbo at 593 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. There are also other Albert Heijn locations at 827 and 1,058 metres, so you have several options for groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
Het 4e Gymnasium, a secondary school, is about 342 metres away. Onze Amsterdamse School, a primary school, is at 470 metres, and Daltonschool De Spaarndammerhout is at 486 metres. There are also Basisschool Westerpark at 752 metres and Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran at 892 metres.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Zaanstraat, about 246 metres away, with lines 22 and N81. The Spaarndammerstraat stop at 400 metres has lines 22, 48 and N81, and Haparandaweg at 482 metres has line 48. Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station is about 2.4 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Zeeheldenbuurt, give an average score of 8.32 based on four reviews. One resident praises the community spirit, while another mentions the many cultures, schools, restaurants and parks, but also notes mess in the area. A third review mentions nuisance from crack dealers.
What is the ground lease situation for this property?
The property is subject to ground lease, with the lease expiring on 01-01-2060. This means the land is leased from the municipality, and the lease has a fixed end date. The homeowners' association fee is €337.65 per month, which covers the shared costs of the building.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. However, the pluvial flooding risk, which relates to heavy rainfall, is elevated. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to stay medium in 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate data.
