Marco Polostraat 253-3
John Franklinbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA studio in the John Franklinbuurt
This studio sits in the John Franklinbuurt, a pocket of Amsterdam's Van Galenbuurt district. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, yet it has a calm, residential feel. The asking price of €425,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €455,455. For context, studios in Amsterdam are listed across a range of prices.
This listing does not state the energy label. As a result, you cannot judge the home's energy performance from the listing.
The home itself
The studio was built in 1926 and has a living area of 44 m² according to the BAG registration. The price per square metre works out at €9,659 on that basis.
The John Franklinbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with plenty of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation, though they also mention that the area around the waste containers is often messy. Another resident speaks of a quiet, peaceful, relaxed and green neighbourhood with a nice mix of people. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,870 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person. You can read more about the John Franklinbuurt neighbourhood on its own page.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk and Aldi a couple of streets away. Rosa Boekdrukker primary school is on your doorstep, and the Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk de Admiraal, is a ten-minute walk, and Service Apotheek Mercator is just around the corner. Tram and bus stop Marco Polostraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 13, 18 and 247, and Amsterdam Lelylaan station is about 2.1 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €402,000. The asking price is 6% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 34%, from €301,000 to €402,000. As for the address itself, the road-traffic noise level is 51 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding indication at heavy rain is medium, with flood risk currently low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via Heeren Makelaars.
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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 Marco Polostraat 253-3, Amsterdam
What does the asking price of €425,000 mean for this studio?
The asking price is €425,000, which is keen compared with the average asking price of €455,455 for homes in the John Franklinbuurt. The price per square metre is €9,659 based on the BAG living area of 44 m². The neighbourhood median asking price is also €425,000, so this studio sits right at that midpoint.
What is the WOZ value of this studio?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €402,000. The asking price is 6% above that value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 34%, from €301,000 to €402,000. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
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 1926, and the postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone where all properties were built before 1970.
How noisy is the area around Marco Polostraat?
The road-traffic noise level at this address is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address and are indications at area level.
What supermarkets are near this studio?
An Albert Heijn is about 239 metres away, a Dirk is 374 metres away, and an Aldi is 499 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is at 544 metres and another Dirk at 820 metres. All are within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
Which schools are closest to this address?
Rosa Boekdrukker primary school is about 123 metres away, and the Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is at 239 metres. Joop en Willy Westerweel is at 333 metres, and the Admiraal De Ruyterschool at 395 metres. Secondary education is about 1.2 km away.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The tram and bus stop Marco Polostraat is about 115 metres away, served by lines 13, 18 and 247. Jan Evertsenstraat bus stop is at 314 metres with lines 18 and 247, and Mercatorplein tram stop is at 354 metres with lines 7, 13, 15, 18, 247 and N82. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 2.1 km away.
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has not published this field. As a result, you cannot judge the home's energy performance from the listing itself. The home was built in 1926, but no conclusions about its insulation or efficiency can be drawn from that fact alone.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident mentions a quiet neighbourhood with greenery and trees that provide cooling, though they also note mess around the waste containers. Another describes the area as quiet, peaceful, relaxed and green with a nice mix of people.
How does this studio compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 11 homes for sale in the John Franklinbuurt, with an average asking price of €455,455 and a median of €425,000. The average asking price per square metre is €9,301. This studio's price per square metre of €9,659 is slightly above that average, while its total asking price sits at the neighbourhood median.
