A studio with a park view in Amsterdam
This studio sits on the second floor of a classic Amsterdam building from 1899, right on the edge of the Fannius Scholtenbuurt. The setting is calm, with the building facing a park and a quiet road, yet the city centre is within easy reach. With a floor area of 42 square metres, it is a compact home that makes the most of its space. The asking price of €375,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €523,708. For context, there are currently 24 homes for sale in the area, and the average price per square metre is €10,779. If you are looking for a compact home in this part of Amsterdam, this studio is one of the [studios in Amsterdam] to consider.
Inside the home
The home has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living space measures 42 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. It comes with a balcony, which is a nice bonus for a studio. The property is a bovenwoning, meaning it is an upper-floor apartment. It has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The home is municipally owned land with a ground lease that has been paid off until 30 September 2053. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €268.50.
The Fannius Scholtenbuurt
This is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new residents, where people who own their homes live alongside those who rent through social housing. One resident describes it as a pleasant place to live, with beautiful Amsterdam buildings from around 1910 and a strong sense of social cohesion. Another resident mentions the diverse group of residents and the proximity of Westerpark, which is just around the corner. However, not all feedback is glowing: one review is highly critical, complaining about noise and anti-social behaviour. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 6.36 out of 10. The area has around 3,630 residents, and a large share of households are single-person households. For more details, you can read more about [the Fannius Scholtenbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there are other supermarkets a short walk away, including another Albert Heijn, a Jumbo and an Ekoplaza. Primary schools are also close by, with Basisschool De Bron and Basisschool Westerpark both within a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Medisch Kwartier, about a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Zieseniss is just around the corner. For public transport, the Van Limburg Stirumstraat tram stop is on your doorstep, with tram line 5 and night bus N88. Amsterdam Centraal station is about a ten-minute walk away. This is all within [the municipality of Amsterdam], which offers a wide range of amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €389,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €285,000 to €389,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress is currently medium but could become elevated by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including van der Linden Groep, Funda and Pararius.
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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 Bentinckstraat 22-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €389,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it is a useful reference point. The price is also 28% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €523,708.
What is the layout of this studio?
The home has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 42 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is also a balcony. The property is a bovenwoning, meaning it is an upper-floor apartment, located on the second floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels. The home also has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label is based on the building's characteristics and does not say anything about the condition of the structure itself.
What is the ground lease situation?
The home is on municipally owned land with a ground lease (erfpacht). The ground lease has been paid off until 30 September 2053, so there are no annual ground lease payments to make until that date. After that, the situation will depend on the municipality's policy at the time. The homeowners' association contribution is €268.50 per month.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1899, which is before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This means the foundation risk is a consideration for the area as a whole.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, also below the norm. These are area-level indications based on the address, not measurements inside the home.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Fannius Scholtenbuurt has a mix of residents, with people who own their homes living alongside those who rent through social housing. One resident says it is a pleasant neighbourhood with beautiful Amsterdam buildings and a strong sense of social cohesion. Another resident mentions the diverse group of residents and the proximity of Westerpark. However, one review is very critical, complaining about noise and anti-social behaviour. The average score from five reviews is 6.36 out of 10.
What amenities are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there are other supermarkets within a short walk, including another Albert Heijn, a Jumbo and an Ekoplaza. Primary schools such as Basisschool De Bron and Basisschool Westerpark are also close by. The nearest GP is Medisch Kwartier, about a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Zieseniss is just around the corner.
How is the public transport connection?
The Van Limburg Stirumstraat tram stop is on your doorstep, with tram line 5 and night bus N88. There are also other stops nearby, including De Wittenkade with tram line 5 and Van der Hoopstraat with bus line 21 and N88. Amsterdam Centraal station is about a ten-minute walk away, which gives access to national and international rail connections.
What is the price per square metre for this home?
The price per square metre is €8,929, based on the agent's listing of 42 square metres. This is 17% below the average price per square metre in the neighbourhood, which is €10,779. The average asking price for homes in the area is €523,708, and the median price is €440,000.
