A sunny studio in the Populierenbuurt
This studio on the second floor of a 1962 building sits on a quiet road in the Populierenbuurt, a residential pocket of Amstelveen. With a living area of 42 m², it is a compact home that makes the most of its single level. The asking price of €295,000 is 44% below the average asking price of €531,297 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the keen side of the market. For comparison, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,568, while this home is listed at €7,024 per m². If you are looking at studios in Amstelveen, this one stands out for its price point.
Inside the home
The home has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent describes it as having a sunny terrace and a balcony, and it is located on the second living floor. It is full ownership, so there is no leasehold to worry about. The home has double glazing and is heated by block heating, which is a communal system. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €253. According to the agent, the home is set on a quiet road, in a sheltered position within a residential area.
Life in the Populierenbuurt
Residents of the Populierenbuurt neighbourhood give their area an average score of 6.85, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Sometimes everything is a bit far but the most important shops are nearby." Another resident mentions: "Every day people are threatened with nasty things but otherwise, good shops etc. The safety is fine but as soon as you enter Middenhoven you have to watch out for people." A third review notes: "Many children causing trouble. It's sometimes fun but they often threaten you, etc." The neighbourhood has around 3,700 residents, and about 47% of households are single-person households. The housing stock is mostly from the 1945-1970 period, with 78.6% of homes built then.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Coop is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, Het Palet, is a ten-minute walk, and the secondary school Amstelveen College is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijken H.L. Kieviet is within walking distance, and the Service Apotheek Keizer Karelpark pharmacy is a bit further. For public transport, the bus stop Amstelveen, Handweg is on your doorstep, served by line 171. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Zuid, about 5.5 km away. This is all within the municipality of Amstelveen, which offers a range of amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €250,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 26%, from €198,000 in 2020 to €250,000 in 2025. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and from air traffic it is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard, both measured in 2022. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil type is peat, which is typical for this area. For climate risks, pluvial flooding and flood risk are both indicated as medium, while heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Koning makelaars ERA én NVM. The listing has been available since 9 November 2026.
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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 Populierenlaan 447, Amstelveen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €295,000 is 18% above the WOZ value of €250,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 26%, from €198,000 in 2020 to €250,000 in 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about the asking price.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this studio has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 42 m², and the volume is 142 m³. It is located on the second living floor and has a balcony and a sunny terrace. The home is full ownership, so there is no leasehold. The agent also notes that it is set on a quiet road, in a sheltered position within a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this home is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation, and it is heated by block heating, a communal system. The energy label is a fact about the home's energy performance, and the insulation feature is stated separately by the agent. No further conclusions about the construction should be drawn from the label.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and from air traffic it is 49 dB Lden, also above the standard, both measured in 2022. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken inside this specific home. The data comes from Atlas Leefomgeving and reflects the general noise exposure in the area.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to KCAF data. The home was built in 1962 on peat soil, which may mean it has wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The area is a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What are the flood and climate risks for this area?
The climate risk data for this address indicates that pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is medium both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not predictions for this specific property. They describe the general exposure of the area to these climate-related risks.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is the Coop, at 422 metres, which is just around the corner. The Albert Heijn is at 487 metres, a five-minute walk away. There is also a PLUS at 730 metres and an Ekoplaza at 766 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk, making it convenient for everyday shopping.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Amstelveen, Handweg, at 78 metres, served by bus line 171. There are also stops at Amstelveen, Maalderij (191 metres) and Amstelveen, Lindenlaan (490 metres), with lines 171 and 174. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Zuid, at about 5.5 km. These are the transport options as listed in the data, without any travel times or destinations.
What do residents say about the Populierenbuurt?
Residents of the Populierenbuurt give their neighbourhood an average score of 6.85, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Sometimes everything is a bit far but the most important shops are nearby." Another mentions: "Every day people are threatened with nasty things but otherwise, good shops etc. The safety is fine but as soon as you enter Middenhoven you have to watch out for people." A third review notes: "Many children causing trouble. It's sometimes fun but they often threaten you, etc."
How does this home's price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² for this home is €7,024, based on the agent's listing of 42 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,568. This means the price per m² for this studio is higher than the neighbourhood average. However, the total asking price of €295,000 is 44% below the average asking price of €531,297 for homes in the neighbourhood, because this home is much smaller than the average.
