Kastelenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Walenburg sits in the Kastelenbuurt, a residential area with wide streets and plenty of green. With 173 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average home in the neighbourhood, the typical home here measures 55 m². The asking price of €975,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but that reflects the size and the fact that it is a corner house. For more context, see end-of-terrace houses in Amstelveen.
The Kastelenbuurt is a quiet, family-oriented part of Amstelveen. Most homes are owner-occupied (65%) and the area is dominated by single-family houses (70%). The population is relatively young, with many families and children. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS figures show a low crime rate (64 incidents total) and a strong sense of community. The neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt is well-maintained and popular among families.
For your daily shopping, you have an Albert Heijn and a Vomar about a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, such as Karel Eykmanschool (a couple of streets away) and De Brug (also a short walk). The area is well served by public transport, though the nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so a car or bike is handy for longer journeys. The municipality Amstelveen offers plenty of parks and recreational areas nearby.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Koops Makelaardij Amstelveen, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Walenburg 10, Amstelveen
Data from Kastelenbuurt
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About Walenburg 10, Amstelveen
The asking price of €975,000 is significantly above the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but this home is also much larger than typical homes in Kastelenbuurt (173 m² vs 55 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €5,635, which is below the neighbourhood average of €6,909 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting more space for your money.
This home has an energy label A+, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have label A+ and the other half label A, so this home is among the most energy-efficient in the area. That means lower energy bills and a smaller environmental footprint.
The plot measures 266 m², which is generous for a corner house in this area. The home itself has 173 m² of living space spread over several floors. The exact layout is not described in the listing, but as a corner house it likely has windows on multiple sides, giving plenty of natural light.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Karel Eykmanschool is about 600 m away, De Brug about 900 m, and Katholieke basisschool De Triangel about 900 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 3.5 km away, so a bike or bus is needed.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Vomar, both about 1 km away, a ten-minute walk. There is also an Aldi at 1.3 km and a Hoogvliet at 1.8 km. So daily groceries are easily accessible on foot or by bike.
Kastelenbuurt has a low crime rate, with 64 total incidents recorded. That is relatively low for a neighbourhood of this size (about 3,085 residents). The area is quiet and family-friendly, with many children and a strong community feel.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so it is not within walking distance. However, there are likely bus stops nearby, the listing does not specify exact bus lines. For daily commuting, a car or bike is more practical.
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