A classic semi-detached home in Amstelveen
On a leafy street in the Kastanjebuurt, this 1933 semi-detached house stands out with its generous proportions. The home sits in the Keizer Karelpark district, a short walk from the Lindenlaan bus stop. With a living area of 224 m² on a plot of 614 m², it is a substantial family home. The asking price is €1,250,000, and it is the most expensive of the 13 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The average asking price in the area is €891,077, and this home is priced 40% above that figure. It is also one of the [semi-detached houses in Amstelveen]( /koopwoningen/amstelveen/twee-onder-een-kapwoningen/) currently on the market.
The home itself
The listing does not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space. What is known is that the house was built in 1933 and has an energy label C. The living area according to the BAG registration is 224 m², and the plot measures 614 m². The price per square metre, based on the BAG figure, is €5,580. The agent has not specified any features such as insulation, heating, or whether there is a garden or garage.
Life in the Kastanjebuurt
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 6.78, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "It's very quiet here, sometimes some nuisance from youngsters but generally fine. There are plenty of facilities such as snack bars, swimming pools, gyms and there's a nice shopping centre." Another resident is less positive: "A lot of nuisance from the caravan camp and the house is too remote to be able to walk safely in the dark." The reviews reflect a mixed picture, with safety mentioned as a concern by some. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,315 inhabitants, and about 42% of households include children. For a closer look at the area, you can read more about [the Kastanjebuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/kastanjebuurt-amstelveen/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, with Ekoplaza just around the corner and a PLUS a couple of streets away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool Piet Hein is a ten-minute walk, and the Keizer Karel College for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijken H.L. Kieviet is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Keizer Karelpark is a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Lindenlaan and Oakpark are on your doorstep, with lines 171 and 174. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Zuid, about 5 km away. The municipality of Amstelveen offers further amenities and connections, as you can see on the page for [the municipality of Amstelveen]( /gemeente/amstelveen/). As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, above the norm, and from air traffic 49 dB Lden, also above the norm, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with notes mentioning the 1933 construction on clay soil and that 87% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is low, while the current flood risk is medium, and the heat stress risk is low, rising to medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Gerrit Jan Heemskerk makelaardij o.g.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Handweg 53, Amstelveen
What is the asking price for this semi-detached house?
The asking price is €1,250,000. This is 40% above the average asking price of €891,077 for homes currently for sale in the Kastanjebuurt, and it is the most expensive of the 13 properties on the market here. The price per square metre, based on the BAG living area of 224 m², is €5,580.
What is the living area and plot size of this home?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 224 m² and the plot measures 614 m². The agent has not provided a separate floor area figure. The price per square metre, calculated from the BAG living area, is €5,580.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient labels, so energy costs are likely to be moderate. The listing does not mention any specific insulation features, such as double glazing or floor insulation.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for taxes, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level data indicates that the noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, and the noise from air traffic is 49 dB Lden, also above the norm, based on 2022 figures. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on the fact that the home was built in 1933 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 87% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are near this home?
The nearest supermarket is the Coop, about 518 metres away. Ekoplaza is at 645 metres, and a PLUS is at 917 metres. An Albert Heijn is at 989 metres, and another at 1,071 metres. There are 36 supermarkets within a 5 km radius.
What schools are close to this property?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool Piet Hein, about 787 metres away, and Het Palet is at 844 metres. For secondary education, the Keizer Karel College is at 622 metres, and the Amstelveen College is at 925 metres. There are 48 schools within 5 km.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Amstelveen, Lindenlaan, about 176 metres away, with lines 171 and 174. The Oakpark stop is at 243 metres with line 174. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Zuid, about 5 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.78 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident mentions it is quiet with good facilities, while another raises concerns about safety in certain parts. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences, so it is worth considering the specific location.
