Fokke Simonszstraat 4-2
Weteringbuurt · 1017 TG Amsterdam
A compact studio in the heart of Amsterdam
This studio on Fokke Simonszstraat 4-2 sits in the Weteringbuurt, a lively pocket of Amsterdam where the streets hum with activity. The building dates from 1905, so it carries the character of a classic Amsterdam property. With a living area of 28 m² according to the BAG registration, this is a compact home in a city that rarely offers space at this scale. The last known asking price of €299,500 sat 74% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,140,537, which put it on the low side for the area. For context, [studios in Amsterdam] vary widely in price depending on location and condition. This home has not been online since 15 September 2026.
What the listing tells us
This listing did not state the energy label. The agent had not published any details about the layout, rooms, or installations, so the information here was limited to what was publicly registered. The property is a studio, which typically means a single open living space combining bedroom and living areas. The year of construction, 1905, is a fact of the building's history rather than a comment on its current state.
The Weteringbuurt neighbourhood
Residents of the district De Weteringschans give their area an average score of 7.63, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Very nice quiet neighbourhood, friendly neighbours, helping each other, looking out for each other when needed." Another describes it as "incredibly busy here, which has both advantages and disadvantages. There's a lot of noise and few rules because of it. But there's also plenty of cosiness and always something to do!" The neighbourhood counts 2,455 inhabitants, with 61% living alone. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 9,676 per km². [The Weteringbuurt neighbourhood] is one of the older parts of the city, with 81.8% of homes built before 1945.
Daily life and getting around
An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Ekoplaza just around the corner. For primary education, IKC De Kleine Reus is a couple of streets away, while Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education sits a ten-minute walk off. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Alphega Apotheek Koek, Schaeffer & van Tijen is close by too. Metro stop Vijzelgracht is on your doorstep, serving lines 1, 7, 19, 52, N82, N83 and N88. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 2.2 km away. [The municipality of Amsterdam] offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records. The address-level risk data from public sources (Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF, Klimaateffectatlas) gives area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 59 dB Lden, above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise 44 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via ME Makelaars B.V. The listing was available through this single channel.
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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 Fokke Simonszstraat 4-2, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the Weteringbuurt?
The asking price of €299,500 was 74% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,140,537. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €16,174, while this studio worked out at €10,696 per m² based on the BAG living area of 28 m². The median asking price in the area was €900,000, so this studio sat well below that figure.
What is the living area of this studio?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 28 m². This is 69% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 91 m². The agent had not published a separate floor area in the listing, so the BAG figure was the only one available. The price per m² based on this area was €10,696.
Why was there no energy label in this listing?
The agent had not published this field, so there was no official label to reference. The property was built in 1905, which is a fact of its construction date, but no conclusions about insulation or energy efficiency can be drawn from that.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. This is an indication for the area rather than an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1905, before 1970, and 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is factual information about the area, not a diagnosis of this particular property.
What supermarkets are near this studio?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just 60 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. An Ekoplaza organic supermarket is 182 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 270 metres. A Dirk is at 379 metres and a Jumbo at 401 metres. In total, there are 148 supermarkets within 5 km, so grocery shopping is well covered in this part of Amsterdam.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Metro stop Vijzelgracht is 115 metres away and serves bus, metro and tram lines 1, 7, 19, 52, N82, N83 and N88. Bus stop Ruysdaelkade is 339 metres away with night lines N82, N83, N84 and N88. Tram stop Rijksmuseum is 345 metres away with lines 1, 7 and 19. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 2.2 km from the property.
What is the noise situation at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific home. The noise levels reflect the general environment of this busy part of Amsterdam.
What schools are close to this property?
IKC De Kleine Reus, a primary school, is 72 metres away. ASVO primary school is at 642 metres and Basisschool Oscar Carré at 732 metres. For secondary education, Barlaeus Gymnasium is 482 metres away and Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is at 749 metres. The nearest childcare facility is 500 metres away. There are 208 schools within 5 km of the property.
How many residents live in the Weteringbuurt?
The Weteringbuurt has 2,455 inhabitants. Of these, 61% live in single-person households, which is 955 households in total. Households with children number 205, and households without children number 410. The average household size is 1.6 people. The largest age group is 25 to 45 year olds, making up 43% of the population.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk is indicated as low, and this remains low for 2050 projections. Pluvial flooding from heavy rain is indicated as elevated. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not assessments of this specific property. The data reflects the general situation for the area around this address in Amsterdam.
