Hofmeyrstraat 38-2
Transvaalbuurt-West · 1091 NA Amsterdam
A studio in the heart of Amsterdam
This studio on Hofmeyrstraat 38-2 sits in the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood, a lively part of Amsterdam where the streets have a distinctly urban rhythm. The last known asking price of €395,000 was 23% below the average asking price of €509,967 in the neighbourhood, which put it on the sharp side for the area. This listing did not state the energy label, so that information was missing from the agent's publication. For context, the price per square metre came to €9,186 based on the BAG registration. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other [studios in Amsterdam]. This home has not been online since 26 September 2026.
The home itself
The studio was built in 1927, making it part of the pre-war housing stock that characterises much of this district. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 43 m², which is 27% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 59 m². The agent had not published details about the layout, outdoor space, or installations, so the specifics of the interior remain unknown from the listing.
Life in Transvaalbuurt-West
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years, says: "I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!" Another resident is less positive, noting that "people are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is." The neighbourhood has around 4,020 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households at 56%. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 8,366 per square kilometre. For a fuller picture of what this part of Amsterdam is like, you can look at [the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. A Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and a Lidl not much further. For primary education, Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is a five-minute walk, while Orion College Amstel is on your doorstep. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, is a ten-minute walk, and the Transvaal Apotheek is just around the corner. The OLVG hospital location Oost is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the Prins Bernhardplein bus stop is just around the corner with night line N85, and Krugerplein is a couple of streets away with lines 37, 245 and N87. Amsterdam Amstel train station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more, as you can see from [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
At this address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 52 dB Lden, not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also not above the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Ouwehand v/d Meijden Makelaars B.V. and their listing on Funda. The agent had not published an energy label for this property.
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Frequently asked questions
About Hofmeyrstraat 38-2, Amsterdam
What was the asking price for this studio?
The asking price was €395,000. This was 23% below the average asking price of €509,967 in the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood. The price per square metre was €9,186 based on the BAG living area of 43 m². The neighbourhood average price per square metre was €8,873, so this studio was priced above that figure.
What is the living area of this studio?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 43 m². This is 27% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 59 m².
Why was there no energy label in this listing?
The agent had not published this field, so there was no information available about the energy performance of this studio. The address itself is complete, so location and neighbourhood data are accurate, but the energy label remains unknown.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium for this address. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1927. In this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970, which contributes to the medium risk level. This is not an inspection of the specific home.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 52 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are near this studio?
A Vomar supermarket is approximately 476 metres away, an Albert Heijn is about 499 metres away, and a Lidl is roughly 543 metres from the address. There are also additional options within a short distance, including an AH to go at 562 metres and another Albert Heijn at 698 metres. This gives plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
Orion College Amstel, a secondary special education school, is about 121 metres away. Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap, a primary school, is approximately 412 metres away, and IBS De Vijgenboom, another primary school, is around 461 metres. For secondary education, Pieter Nieuwland College is about 486 metres and Cygnus Gymnasium is roughly 531 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The Prins Bernhardplein bus stop is about 227 metres away with night line N85. Krugerplein is approximately 349 metres away with lines 37, 245 and N87, and James Wattstraat is around 412 metres with the same lines. Amsterdam Amstel train station is about 479 metres away, making rail connections easily accessible.
What do residents say about the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.88, based on three reviews. One long-time resident says: "I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure!" Another resident is critical, mentioning issues with how people treat each other. The reviews reflect mixed experiences.
What is the flood risk at this address?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, meaning there is a moderate indication of surface water flooding during intense rainfall. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is also medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
