Akoleienstraat 5-1
Bloemgrachtbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA studio in the heart of the Jordaan
This studio on the Akoleienstraat sits in the Bloemgrachtbuurt, right in the middle of Amsterdam's Jordaan district. It is a lively, historic part of the city where the streets are always busy and the atmosphere is unmistakably Amsterdam. The asking price of €350,000 is 67% below the average asking price of €1,052,187 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €11,145, while this home comes in at €10,294 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are curious about other [studios in Amsterdam], this one is certainly at the more accessible end of the market.
The home itself
Built in 1921, this upstairs apartment (bovenwoning) is on the first floor and covers one level. The agent lists the living area at 34 m², while the BAG registration records 36 m². According to the agent, the home has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, with a total volume of 114 m³. There is a balcony, and the property is freehold (volle eigendom), so there is no ground lease to worry about. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. In a neighbourhood where most of the homes for sale score better on energy, this is worth factoring into your budget.
Life in the Bloemgrachtbuurt
Residents of the Jordaan district give their living environment an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam. The shops and markets are within walking distance of my home. And people give each other a helping hand when needed. The social contacts are great." Another adds: "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich. But still we make sure among ourselves that the neighbourhood remains safe and that you can call on someone if necessary." The neighbourhood itself has around 3,020 inhabitants, and 65% of households are single-person households. It is a very urban area, with an address density of 12,037 per km². For more on what it is like to live here, have a look at [the Bloemgrachtbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is easy. The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several Albert Heijn branches a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer is a five-minute walk, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is also close by. The BENU Apotheek Rozengracht is on your doorstep, while the nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, tram stop Bloemgracht with lines 5 and 13 is just around the corner, and bus stop Amsterdam, Rozengracht with lines 80 and N80 is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is about a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam], where the city's amenities are never far away.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property in the records. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 47 dB Lden are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including 't Huys Makelaardij and 't Huys Makelaardij on Funda.
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About Akoleienstraat 5-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €350,000 is 67% below the average asking price of €1,052,187 for homes in the Bloemgrachtbuurt. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €11,145, while this studio comes in at €10,294 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €750,000, so this home sits well below that.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this upstairs apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 34 m², while the BAG registration records 36 m². There is a balcony, and the total volume is 114 m³. The property is freehold, so there is no ground lease.
What does the energy label E mean for this home?
The energy label E is the least efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. In the Bloemgrachtbuurt, 28.2% of homes for sale have an energy label D or lower, so this home is not alone in its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1921, which is before 1970, and the KCAF attention area notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner at about 258 metres away. There are also several Albert Heijn branches within a short walk, at 397, 412 and 436 metres respectively. An Ekoplaza is at 469 metres. With 154 supermarkets within 5 km, you will never be short of options for groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer is about 305 metres away, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is at 400 metres. For secondary education, Het Cartesius Lyceum is at 541 metres. There is also Jordaan College - iHub onderwijs at 351 metres, which provides voortgezet speciaal onderwijs.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram stop Bloemgracht with lines 5 and 13 is just around the corner at 178 metres. Bus stop Amsterdam, Rozengracht with lines 80 and N80 is at 191 metres, and tram stop Rozengracht with lines 5, 13, N84 and N88 is at 259 metres. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 1.66 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Jordaan district give their living environment an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another mentions the mixed population and the social cohesion in the area.
What is the climate risk for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
