Saenredamstraat 38-2
Frans Halsbuurt · 1072 CH Amsterdam
A studio in the heart of the Oude Pijp
This studio on the second floor of a classic 1878 building sits in the lively Frans Halsbuurt, part of Amsterdam's beloved Oude Pijp. The last known asking price of €395,000 was 48% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stood at €760,588. That made it a sharp price for a studio in this part of town. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one was on the low end. This home has not been online since 8 October 2026.
The home itself
The agent described this as a studio with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed as 42 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 40 m². The home has a balcony, a central heating boiler, and is part of a full ownership (volle eigendom) arrangement. The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €110. The property was located in the centre and in a residential area, as the agent noted.
The Frans Halsbuurt
This is a neighbourhood where life spills onto the streets, with cafes and restaurants just around the corner. Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.46, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for fifty years, calls it a lovely neighbourhood. Another appreciates that everything is within reach, saying you can easily get out. However, a third resident is less enthusiastic, mentioning the growing number of tourists, noise from pubs, and rubbish in the streets. The neighbourhood has about 2,640 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person. For more on the area, see the Frans Halsbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the Coop is on your doorstep, and the Jumbo and Dirk are just around the corner. For healthcare, the pharmacy is a couple of streets away, and the GP is a ten-minute walk. The nearest metro stop, De Pijp, is a five-minute walk and serves lines 12, 25, 52, and N84. The train station Amsterdam RAI is about 2 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €438,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 10% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed as recorded by the municipality. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 51 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. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk from the sea or rivers is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to be elevated by 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels, including The One Real Estate on Funda.
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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 Saenredamstraat 38-2, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €395,000 was 10% below the WOZ value of €438,000, which was determined on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. This comparison was a fact, and it was up to you to interpret what it meant for the asking price.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this was a studio with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on one floor. The living area was listed as 42 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 40 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the second floor. The property was part of a full ownership arrangement, and the monthly homeowners' association contribution was €110.
What is the energy label of this home?
The agent had not published this information. As a result, the energy performance of the home is unknown.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to area-level data. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and the entire postcode area is a KCAF attention area. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop is just around the corner, about 188 metres away. The Jumbo is 220 metres away, and the Dirk is 251 metres away. There are also an Ekoplaza and an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
Which schools are close to this home?
There are several schools within walking distance. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam - Hoofdlocatie, a secondary school, is about 286 metres away. Basisschool Oscar Carré, a primary school, is 342 metres away. Other secondary schools, including the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam - Van Ostadestraat and Sweelinck College, are also nearby.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest metro stop is De Pijp, about 317 metres away, serving lines 12, 25, 52, and N84. Vijzelgracht metro stop is 445 metres away with more lines. There is also a tram stop at 2e Van der Helststraat, 452 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam RAI, about 2 km away.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.46, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived there for fifty years, calls it a lovely neighbourhood. Another appreciates that everything is within reach. However, a third resident mentions increasing tourism, noise, and rubbish. These reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What was the average price per square metre in this neighbourhood?
The average asking price per square metre in the Frans Halsbuurt was €10,483, based on 17 homes at the time for sale. This studio was listed at €9,405 per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 42 m². This is lower than the neighbourhood average.
